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Wood Pigeon Breast, Carrot, Granola - Quince Westgate, Westgate-on-Sea, Kent

Quince Westgate

4.9 (526)
£41 and over
British
39 Station Rd, Westgate-on-Sea, Kent CT8 8QY

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Quince Westgate

4.9
£41 and over
British
Westgate-On-Sea

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
Chefs Rafael Lopez & Ben Hughes opened a small intimate Bistro with flavour lead and produce driven food. Local farms are visited daily to gather ingredients to create dishes with. Fine dining in a relaxed dining room. Located on Westgate High street amongst other independent shops and a short walk from the sea front. The Restaurant features in both the Michelin Guide & the Good Food Guide, and is listed in the top 100 restaurants in the UK.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Thu–Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01843 833864
  • Website
    http://www.quincewestgate.co.uk/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress

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Menu

This menu from Quince Westgate was last updated on 10/6/2026.

Appetisers

  • Rabbit Rilettes£5.00

    • Staple Stores Sourdough£4.00

      Starters

      • Pastrami, Tempura Pickled Onions & Green Peppercorns £10.00

        • Margate Mushroom Tart, Coddled Egg & Herbs£9.50

          • Beetroot, Smoked Plums, Goats Curd£9.00

            • Rye Bay Scallops, Cauliflower & Black Pudding£14.00

              Main Course

              • Doddington Lamb, Jerusalem Artichoke, Anchovy Dressing£26.00

                • Line Caught Cod, Bean Cassoulet, Tomatoes & Clams£25.00

                  • Venison Haunch, Parsnip, Sprouts & Marmalade Sauce£26.00

                    • Crown Prince Gnocchi, Lentils, Braised Leeks & Blue Cheese£19.50

                      • Grass Fed Bavette Steak, Shallot Tart & Romesco£29.00

                        Sides

                        • Lyonnaise Potatoes£6.00

                          • Spring Greens & Hot Honey Butter£6.00

                            Dessert

                            • Cote Hill Blue, Quince, Carrot Cake£10.50

                              • Cold Chocolate & Strawberry Fondant, Channel Island Cream£14.00

                                • White Chocolate & Creme Fraiche Parfait, Raspberries & Almond Tuille£11.50

                                  • Lemon Posset, Rhubarb & Biscotti£11.00

                                    Last updated: 10 June 2026

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                                    Reviews

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                                    Reviews from people who have dined at Quince Westgate.

                                    4.9

                                    4.9
                                    (526)
                                    • 4.9Food
                                    • 4.9Service
                                    • 4.8Ambience
                                    • 4.7Value

                                    Noise • Energetic

                                    Diners' Choice Awards

                                    • Kent

                                      Best Overall

                                    • Kent

                                      Best Food

                                    • Kent

                                      Best Service

                                    • Kent

                                      Best Ambience

                                    • Kent

                                      Best Value

                                    • Kent

                                      Neighbourhood gem

                                    • Kent

                                      Good for special occasions

                                    • Kent

                                      British

                                    Review summary

                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                    Quince Westgate delights with "amazing food" and "excellent service," offering a menu that shines with "wonderful flavors" and "seasonal, local ingredients." Diners appreciate the "attentive and friendly staff" and the restaurant's charming location near Westgate-on-Sea railway station. A "hidden gem" that promises a "fantastic experience" every visit.
                                    526 Reviews

                                    1. Ian

                                      Kent1 review

                                      3.0

                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                      1. Overall 3
                                      2. Food 4
                                      3. Service 4
                                      4. Ambience 1
                                      The food was generally very good - and we particularly enjoyed the venison and the cheese cake sweet. The game terrine starter was served too cold and could have had another piece of toast. We were however dissapointed by the wine - which cost over £40, was not particularly notable, and which we found on the Web the next day for £11 a bottle! (the restaurant probably buys it in bulk for about £8). We think a 500% mark up is well OTT.....

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                                    2. moez Gold

                                      London47 reviews

                                      5.0

                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                      1. Overall 5
                                      2. Food 5
                                      3. Service 5
                                      4. Ambience 5
                                      What a nice find in Westgate!. Each of my dishes was good. It was amazing value. The two servers were professional and very quick and efficient in a full restaurant. The town is fortunate to have lovely high end cuisine and so affordable. Very nicely designed restaurant.

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                                    3. Alison

                                      Kent4 reviews

                                      5.0

                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                      1. Overall 5
                                      2. Food 5
                                      3. Service 5
                                      4. Ambience 5
                                      Always a suberb restaurant. The food and service is excellent!

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                                    4. Jacqueline

                                      London9 reviews

                                      5.0

                                      Dined on 24 October 2026

                                      1. Overall 5
                                      2. Food 5
                                      3. Service 5
                                      4. Ambience 5
                                      Absolutely lovely place to eat a stone’s throw from Westgate-on-Sea railway station

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                                    5. Samir&Pinky

                                      Kent1 review

                                      5.0

                                      Dined on 21 October 2026

                                      1. Overall 5
                                      2. Food 5
                                      3. Service 5
                                      4. Ambience 5
                                      Quince is simply a great restaurant in a great, unassuming location, directly opposite the quaint train station, on a bijoux high street with a preserved Victorian canopy. Where? Westgate-on-sea. The ambience is relaxed, the decor pared down- the focus is on what goes on the tables - food is seasonal, local and fresh; the wine list is short but offers a selection of English, as well as the usual wines from around the world. The photos speak for themselves. Ian, the front of house, is charming, and knows about the dishes - he’s not rushing anyone, but knows when it’s time to move in to the next course. Rafa and Ben seem to work in silence but are cooking up a storm of fabulous, unpretentious food, which nevertheless is a far cry from what we find at so many restaurants. When we had (almost) finished the last crumb, it’s rather sweet that the head chef offered us a lift home! An amuse bouche was a nice surprise- spiced pumpkin soup to warm up. Sardine filets and bread as a pre-starter- the tomato kimchi dip was another level, a taste bomb! The starters continued at the same level, the pickled carrot lifting the mussels in toast with aioli rather than being overpowering; and the Thermidor scallops were delicious, suitably rich and perfect to scoop up with the bread. The main was starting to feel a challenge…and they came, hearty plates of sea bream with cauliflower purée, smoked prawn bisque and olive oil pesto - delicious; but star was the haunch of venison on a bed of lentils with beetroot, kale and fresh raspberries?! We both agreed that the raspberry was pure genius. Dessert went in in a similar vein. It was a birthday special treat, and so we could justify, possibly, ordering too much. The English sparkling and white wines we had weee both excellent- and also the Romanian red. We order one glass of each and share - the last of the big drinkers 😂 We suggest you eat at Quince- we do!

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                                    6. Steven

                                      Kent4 reviews

                                      4.0

                                      Dined on 18 October 2026

                                      1. Overall 4
                                      2. Food 4
                                      3. Service 5
                                      4. Ambience 4
                                      Overall the food was good. Service balanced, not intrusive, wine and beer were over priced.

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                                    7. Chris

                                      Surrey3 reviews

                                      5.0

                                      Dined on 18 October 2026

                                      1. Overall 5
                                      2. Food 5
                                      3. Service 5
                                      4. Ambience 5
                                      Lovely Sunday lunch Not cheap but beautiful food and excellent friendly service

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                                    8. Gill

                                      London9 reviews

                                      5.0

                                      Dined on 17 October 2026

                                      1. Overall 5
                                      2. Food 5
                                      3. Service 5
                                      4. Ambience 5
                                      Great meal with outstanding food and brilliant service.

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                                    9. Laura

                                      San Diego12 reviews

                                      5.0

                                      Dined on 16 October 2026

                                      1. Overall 5
                                      2. Food 5
                                      3. Service 5
                                      4. Ambience 5
                                      We enjoyed a meal for two at Quince on a Friday evening. When we arrived there were only 2 empty tables and all other diners were enjoying their evenings. We enjoyed our amuse bouche which was so delicate and tasty. I had the margate mushroom tart which was delicious, the pastry was lined with a duxelle then chunky mushrooms on top. My husband enjoyed the herrings to start. This was followed by Venison and Bavette of beef, both excellent. We love the food Ben and Rafa create and serve and the staff are super attentive always too. Thank you for always maintaining the standard!

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                                    10. Trevor Gold

                                      Kent1 review

                                      5.0

                                      Dined on 16 October 2026

                                      1. Overall 5
                                      2. Food 5
                                      3. Service 5
                                      4. Ambience 5
                                      Our first dining experience at the Quince restaurant at westgate on sea was excellent . The food outstanding. Really good English wine and great friendly service. We definitely will return.

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                                    Additional information

                                    • Dining style
                                      Casual Elegant
                                    • Price
                                      £41 and over
                                    • Cuisines
                                      British
                                    • Hours of Operation
                                      Lunch Thu–Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                    • Phone number
                                      01843 833864
                                    • Website
                                      http://www.quincewestgate.co.uk/
                                    • Payment Options
                                      AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                    • Dress Code
                                      Casual Dress

                                    FAQs

                                    Sunday is a favourite, guests repeatedly praise Quince Westgate’s Sunday lunch and the set menu, making it a popular choice for a relaxed weekend meal.

                                    Quince Westgate is at its most relaxed and great value at lunch, visit during the set lunch service (Thu–Sun, 12:00–15:00), with Sunday lunch singled out by guests.

                                    Quince Westgate centres on a relaxed dining room with an open‑plan kitchen you can see into, and guests often request window seats for a cozier spot.

                                    Portions at Quince Westgate are generally described as generous, guests often say they left comfortably full and note large, satisfying servings on the set lunch and mains.

                                    Yes, Quince Westgate is frequently chosen for anniversaries and Valentine's dinners, with guests praising its intimate, relaxed atmosphere and thoughtful service for special evenings.

                                    Quince Westgate often fills up at peak service, reviewers report Friday nights and midweek evenings frequently near capacity, so booking is wise; Sunday late lunches are described as more relaxed and quieter.

                                    Quince Westgate feels intimate and relaxed, the team describes it as fine dining in a relaxed dining room, with an open kitchen and warm, welcoming service that puts guests at ease.

                                    Yes, Quince Westgate is family‑friendly: guests report bringing children, and staff are praised for being particularly accommodating to families and babies.

                                    Casual dress, comfortable and nothing formal expected; the restaurant presents itself as fine dining in a relaxed dining room, so neat, relaxed clothing is appropriate.

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                                    Quince Westgate

                                    4.9
                                    £41 and over
                                    British
                                    Westgate-On-Sea

                                    Make a booking

                                    2 people
                                    19:00
                                    Booked 9 times today
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