Cafes and Coffee in Kent Guide
Welcome to our guide to Cafes and Coffee in Kent
One thing about Kent is that it has an abundance of great coffee shops, cafes and places to enjoy a warm brew - not to mention the famous tearooms.
There’s seaside espresso bars, countryside tea rooms and a variety of wonderful food spots dotted around the count of Kent. Whether you’re grabbing a quick flat white, meeting friends for brunch, or lingering over cake with a coastal view, there’s a perfect coffee spot waiting for you.
About Cafe and Coffee in Kent
Kent’s love of coffee culture continues to grow, blending artisan craftsmanship with local charm. Independent cafés, roasters and bakeries thrive alongside traditional tea rooms, serving freshly roasted beans, homemade pastries and locally sourced ingredients. Many cafés pride themselves on sustainability—using Kentish milk, supporting fair-trade suppliers and minimising waste.
There’s plenty to choose from and some of the best coffee is served in the likes of Sevenoaks, Hythe, and Deal. But nowadays, you’re really only a stone’s throw away from a great coffee house.
Types of Cafés to Visit in Kent
Seaside Cafés – Enjoy fresh sea air with your morning coffee in towns like Hythe’s very own Cafe On The Beach, Deal’s Middle Street Coffee and Hut 55.
Countryside Tea Rooms – Discover rustic tearooms tucked into villages such as Shoreham’s The Honey Pot - perfect for homemade cakes and afternoon tea.
Artisan Coffee Houses – Independent roasters and modern cafés in Canterbury, Tunbridge Wells and Maidstone offer speciality brews, single-origin beans and pour-over coffee.
Brunch and Bake Cafés – From sourdough bakeries to brunch spots with creative menus, cafés like Bojangles Coffee House (Sevenoaks) The Lane Café (Deal) or No 35 (Canterbury) showcase Kent’s foodie flair.
Our Guides to Kent’s Best Coffee
Kent Coffee Roasters and Local Producers
Kent is home to a new generation of coffee artisans.
Garage Coffee Roasters (Canterbury, Whitstable, Hoath) – Award-winning roasters sourcing sustainable beans.
Lost Sheep Coffee (Canterbury) – Known for small-batch roasting and compostable pods.
Coldblow Coffee (Ashford) – Focused on ethical sourcing and precision roasting. Many cafés across the county serve these local beans, ensuring a distinctive Kentish flavour in every cup.
Vegan, Gluten-Free and Sustainable Cafés
Plant-based and allergy-friendly options are widely available, with many cafés offering dairy alternatives, vegan cakes and locally sourced produce. Towns like Folkestone, Canterbury and Tunbridge Wells lead the way with eco-conscious venues that prioritise zero-waste packaging and ethical supply chains.