Deal Pier Kitchen

Located at the end of Deal’s brutalist pier (the last to open in the UK in 1957), Deal Pier Kitchen’s décor is stylishly stripped back to let the view do the talking: across the English Channel to France or to Deal’s seafront (pop in for a cocktail when the town is bathed in the rosy glow of sunset). Breakfasts range from a classic full English to chorizo hash with devilled eggs. A bottle of Railway Hill rose from local wine estate Simpsons is the perfect accompaniment to the ‘Steak & Lobster’ nights thar run on weekends from summer up to Christmas.

Locals were delighted when this revamped diner opened in 2019, its chic interior a backdrop to a forward-thinking menu. There are imaginative plant-based options as well as chalked-up daily lunch specials, such as sirloin-steak sarnies and lobster rolls. Artisan coffee and outstanding cocktails – plus panoramic end-of-pier views back across Deal and the White Cliffs – all make for a foodie haven.

Once home to a lacklustre fisherman’s cafe, the architecturally award-winning space at the bottom of Deal’s striking brutalist pier is now home to Deal Pier Kitchen, a locally-operated cafe and lunch spot that boasts unparalleled views of the sea and pretty Georgian town. Whether you fancy a slice of cake or Swedish cinnamon bun (expertly made by talented local bakers Kate Ampomah aka Eton Mess and Malin Hamilton aka Bygga Bo respectively) and cup of coffee, or a lobster and crayfish roll with skinny fries and a glass of Kentish fizz, you’ll find a warm welcome at this baby friendly, dog friendly spot. Sit by the massive windows and eat with the sea surrounding you - you might even spot a seal or two.

Once set for the morning, make your way over to Deal Castle, a striking coastal artillery fort built in the 1500s. Like Walmer Castle, it is run by English Heritage so a small fee for entry, but well worth it if visiting with family. There’s plenty of interactive activities for youngsters, plus the opportunity to roam the underground tunnels, discover more of the area’s military background and take in the stunning sea views from the castle walls.

Deal Pier Kitchen has developed a reputation as one of the best brunch spots in Kent, and their bottomless brunch is one of the best around too. For £35 per person, you’ll get a snack platter, a choice of brunch or lunch dish, a dessert and ninety minutes of bottomless booze, which is super good value. Saganaki is one of my favourite things on earth, so I think I’d have to choose that dish – how about you?

This cafe at the end of the pier is called Deal Pier Kitchen, and we visited one morning based on a recommendation from someone on Insta. The cafe is so popular that you frequently have to queue to get in, but luckily it was only 5-10 mins before we got a table. The breakfast menu looks really good, so I would’ve liked to try it, but we had a lovely time getting hot chocolates and pastries mid-morning.

The Rose aside, this RIBA-award-winning glass-and-timber café is where locals brunch. Set on the concrete-clad pier it serves full Englishes, avocado-topped fare and some great sweetcorn fritters (vegans, take note) with a side of 360-degree sea views. Chalk-scrawled daily lunches run the coastal gamut from buttery, briny mussels to fish-finger sarnies.

Then, there’s the pier which seems to never end (when you do find the end there’s Deal Pier Kitchen which offers unrivalled views of the sea while you enjoy delicious food). Or you could obviously dine alfresco on the beach with a classic fish and chips (my personal choice between the two).

The walk to the end of Deal’s striking brutalist pier is worth it for the food alone at Deal Pier Kitchen. That said, those floor-to-ceiling windows offering 180-degree views of Deal’s coastline (can you ever have 360 views of the sea? Only if you’re in it) certainly don’t hurt.

A stroll to the end of Deal Pier, with all day brunch at Deal Pier Kitchen offers nostalgic views back over the town’s Middle Street conservation area. Return to land to try The Just Reproach micro pub for real ale, cider and gin (preferably not all at the same time!).

What better way to reward yourself for walking all th way to the end of Deal Pier than a lobster and crayfish roll with a glass of Chapel Down?. The building itself won a RIBA award and you couldn't be closer to that perfect sea view. More about Deal Pier Kitchen

While there aren’t many activities on the pier except dining at the Deal Pier Kitchen Restaurant at the end, the views make it well worth the visit. Walking along the dock, you can breathe fresh sea air and watch fishermen casting their lines.

– Deal Pier Kitchen – dealpierkitchen.com – Head here early and grab one of their cinnamon buns before they go (sadly I didn’t think much of their coffee…). Failing that shelter from the blustery winds with brunch and a view of the sea.

The lobster and crayfish rolls and bottomless brunches (90 minutes of unlimited Bloody Marys, say) have prompted many a happy stumble back from the Deal Pier Kitchen, at the end of the town’s iconic brutalist protrusion.

At the end of the pier is the award winning Deal Pier Kitchen. Beware though, it is very popular and there is no booking system . You just need to turn up and queue - I’m advised it is well worth waiting .

Would have had fantastic viewed had it not been foggy today. Will be returning while on our visit to deal. Anonymous - 3 months ago