The Royal Tankerton

The Royal Tankerton sits at the top of Tankerton Slopes in Whitstable, with a seafront garden that's one of the best vantage points in the area for watching boats and the sunset over the Thames Estuary. The restaurant serves British dishes, including fresh fish and a Sunday lunch, though dogs aren't allowed in the restaurant area, only the bar. There's a real fire, live music, a pool table, and the Tankerton Tidal Walk starts nearby.