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Sportsman

4.6 (711) $$$$ $$$$ Modern, British, Gastropub

Description

Summary: Local fare by the sea, minimal fuss.

Nestled by the sea wall, Sportsman in Whitstable is a gastronomic haven where the passion for local produce and minimal culinary intervention creates a menu that's both comforting and innovative. Diners are treated to the freshest oysters, fish, and meats, with herbs and vegetables from the restaurant's own garden, all seasoned with beach-harvested salt. Traditional yet surprising, the dishes like crab with carrot and hollandaise or roast saddle of lamb with mint sauce, are served in a cozy setting that blends the feel of a traditional inn with the freshness of the surrounding sea and marshlands. The daily changing menu, displayed on blackboards, and the friendly, knowledgeable service make each visit to Sportsman a memorable culinary journey.

Awards

Good Food Guide
Exceptional
Ranked # 5 in the UK
Michelin
1 Star
La Liste
Score 90.5 / 100 2023
Ranked # 532 in the World 2023
Harden's
Ranked # 51 in the UK 2023
Ranked # 70 in the UK 2023
50 Best
Discovery
Google
Good

Location

Faversham Rd, Seasalter, Whitstable CT5 4BP, United Kingdom

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