The Best Places to Eat for Mother’s Day 2026

Celebrate Mother’s Day 2026 with an exceptional meal at one of Kent’s standout restaurants and dining pubs. From Michelin-starred fine dining to relaxed coastal favourites, these hand-picked venues offer memorable food, warm hospitality and the perfect setting for a special occasion.

1. Samphire, Whitstable

Samphire is one of Whitstable’s most refined dining destinations, championing seasonal Kentish produce with elegant, modern cooking. It’s an ideal choice for a calm, sophisticated Mother’s Day lunch or early dinner.

Location: 4 High St, Whitstable CT5 1BQ
Price point: £££
Specialties: Seasonal tasting menus, local seafood, beautifully balanced plates
The Kent Tourist tip: Perfect for mums who love excellent coastal-inspired menus, polished cooking and a beautiful setting without the formality of a big city restaurant.

Some of the best food in Kent, Samphire in Whitstable

2. Hide and Fox, near Hythe

Hide and Fox is one of Kent’s most acclaimed restaurants, and one of our favourites, offering an intimate fine-dining experience centred on inventive tasting menus and impeccable service.

Location: The Grn, Hythe CT21 4PS
Price point: ££££
Specialties: Seasonal tasting menus, creative flavour pairings, refined presentation
The Kent Tourist tip: Ideal for foodie mums and milestone Mother’s Day celebrations.

One of the most unique and special places to eat in Kent: Hide and Fox

3. The Poet at Matfield

The Poet at Matfield combines village pub charm with ambitious, ingredient-led cooking. Its relaxed yet stylish atmosphere makes it a popular Mother’s Day choice in West Kent.

Location: Maidstone Rd, Matfield, Tonbridge TN12 7JH
Price point: £££
Specialties: Modern British dishes, seasonal tasting menus, excellent roasts
The Kent Tourist tip: Book early and opt for a later sitting to enjoy a slower, more relaxed celebration.

4. The Radnor Arms, Folkestone

Equally suited to relaxed lunches and special occasions, The Radnor Arms consistently ranks among the UK’s best gastropubs and delivers one of the finest Mother’s Day menus on the Kent coast.

Location: Christ Church Rd, Folkestone CT20 2SX
Price point: £££
Specialties: Kentish day-boat fish, seasonal small plates, standout Sunday roasts
The Kent Tourist tip: Combine lunch with a coastal walk along The Leas for a perfect Mother’s Day itinerary.

One of our top choices for any time of year: The Radnor Arms

5. The Leicester Arms

Set in the heart of Penshurst, The Leicester Arms offers a cosy, characterful setting with confident, seasonal cooking - a brilliant option for a relaxed yet special Mother’s Day meal.

Location: High St, Penshurst, Tonbridge TN11 8BT
Price point: £££
Specialties: Steak hanger, modern British pub dishes, excellent roasts
The Kent Tourist tip: Extend the celebration with an overnight stay in one of their boutique rooms.

6. The Sportsman, Seasalter

World-famous for its produce-driven cooking, The Sportsman is Kent’s ultimate destinations for a once-a-year celebration like Mother’s Day.

Location: Faversham Rd, Seasalter, Whitstable CT5 4BP
Price point: ££££
Specialties: Tasting menus built around local seafood, game and foraged ingredients
Awards: Michelin-starred
The Kent Tourist tip: If you secure a table, plan your day around it - this is a true Mother’s Day centrepiece.

7. Sargasso, Margate

Sargasso brings relaxed, Mediterranean-inspired dining to Margate, with small plates, seafood and a brilliant natural wine list - perfect for a laid-back but stylish Mother’s Day.

Location: Stone Pier, Margate CT9 1AP
Price point: £££
Specialties: Seasonal small plates, seafood, natural wines
The Kent Tourist tip: Ideal for mums who prefer sharing plates and an informal, buzzy atmosphere.

An alternative but exquisite location for a Mother’s Day meal

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