KENT, Sandwiches, Cakes, Etc Restaurant Guide

“Lovely coffee in a series of book-lined rooms” makes this brightly painted venue “a real social hub” of Folkestone’s ‘Creative Quarter’. Inspired by the book cafés of Paris, it offers a ‘no-menu’ spread of freshly baked goodies, including its well-known cakes, and guests are encouraged to browse the shelves while they graze – with the option to buy the second-hand books.

2023 Review: “Absolutely delicious coffee and pastries” – all made in-house – are on offer at this “bakery with a couple of tables” – “and you can leave with a perfect sourdough loaf”. Founder Jamie Tandoh was the first independent sourdough baker in Tunbridge Wells when he opened in 2014. Top Tip – “the best croissants”.