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Socialite Rooftop Restaurant & Bar, Kent, England

Socialite Rooftop Restaurant & Bar

4.3
4.3
26 Reviews
£26 to £40
Contemporary British

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for creative cocktails
Socialite Rooftop Restaurant & Bar offers a truly exceptional dining experience in Canterbury, with its stylish atmosphere and stunning panoramic view of the iconic Canterbury Cathedral. Whether you're looking for a leisurely lunch or a relaxed evening meal, the restaurant’s seasonal, locally-sourced menu is designed to offer a flavourful journey that showcases the best of the region.

The highlight of the menu is undoubtedly the steak experience: succulent Sussex grass-fed, red breed beef steaks cooked to perfection, delivering an indulgent and unforgettable culinary moment.

For those in the mood for something more casual but equally enjoyable, Socialite’s bottomless brunch, creative cocktails, and live music make it the perfect destination for a fun day out or evening with friends. Expect the best in both food and atmosphere, and let Socialite take you on a gastronomic adventure while soaking in the beauty of Canterbury's skyline.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri, Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–5:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Bar Mon–Fri, Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Brunch Sat 11:00 am–3:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    01227 255250
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    We have a fully equipped bar and restaurant for all your catering needs, for large parties our specially curated private hire/party menu is also available. If you are looking for a 4 course dinner or canapes and snacks we can cater for exactly what you need! For our buffet style private hire menu please enquire at enquiries@socialitecanterbury.com
  • Private party facilities
    Our lounge, restaurant, rooftop terrace or entire venue is available for exclusive or half exclusive hires. Perfect for weddings, engagement parties, private dining, birthday parties, corporate events, birthdays, graduation parties, conferences, product launches, workshops, fashion shows and more. Please enquire at enquiries@socialitecanterbury.com
  • Neighborhood
    Canterbury
  • Cross street
    High St and Canterbury Cathedral is few minutes walking distance.
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Canterbury Bus Station is just 2 minutes, Canterbury East Train Station is 9 minutes and Canterbury West Station is 13 minutes walking distance away.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Mixology | Cocktail Masterclass

    £45.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Shake Things Up with Our Mixology Masterclass! Unleash your inner bartender in this hands-on cocktail experience! Guided by our Mixologist, you’ll craft two signature cocktails to sip and savour, perfectly paired with a delicious treat from our small plate menu. Ideal for Hen Parties, Birthdays, Corporate Events, or simply a fun day out with friends, this £45pp package guarantees good times, great flavours, and unforgettable memories paired with best views of Canterbury! Drink, Create, Repeat. Ready to stir things up?
    Mixology | Cocktail Masterclass Photo
  • Valentines Day Dinner | VIP Private Dining for 2

    £250.00 per party

    Prepaid

    Feb 14, 2025 only
    Celebrate your love this Valentine’s Day with our exclusive VIP private dining experience! Enjoy a specially curated 3-course menu, a bottle of Prosecco, and personalized name cards. You’ll have exclusive access to a VIP private dining table in our indoor restaurant, along with the VIP sofa area on our rooftop terrace for 3 hours (weather permitting). Romantic live music will set the mood from 7 to 9 PM. With stunning views, impeccable service, and an elegant atmosphere, this is the perfect way to make your Valentine’s Day truly unforgettable.
    Valentines Day Dinner | VIP Private Dining for 2 Photo
  • Wednesday Steak Night

    £20.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Join us every Wednesday for our Steak Night Special Enjoy a Succulent 7oz Rump Steak with fries or potatoes including a glass of House Wine, Bottle of Beer or a soft drink of your choice for just £20 per person!
    Wednesday Steak Night Photo

What 26 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Kent

    Good for business meals

  • Kent

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Kent

    Hot spot

  • Canterbury

    Best Ambiance

  • Canterbury

    Good for business meals

  • Canterbury

    Good for groups

  • Canterbury

    Hot spot

  • Canterbury

    Neighborhood gem

  • Canterbury

    Great for fine wines

  • Canterbury

    Good for special occasions

  • Canterbury

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Socialite Rooftop Restaurant & Bar offers "fabulous food and service" with stunning views over Canterbury. Guests enjoy a lively atmosphere, especially during events with live music. Although some management issues exist, the "gorgeous" setting and "excellent" service create memorable dining experiences. Ideal for pre-theatre meals and special occasions.

26 Reviews
  1. Dave

    Kent

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere. Food better than average however didn't have our favourite chicken wing starter and my wife's burger wasn't overall hot. Great service and overall good value for money. Superb view of Canterbury cathedral as a bonus.

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  2. Rae

    Kent

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The starter of Portobello mushrooms were wonderful the coating was superb Had a good meal and would recommend it to friends

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  3. Rebecca

    Kent

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Definitely overrated, food was cold and poor in flavour. Won't be returning

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  4. Gary

    Kent

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The lift was fun. We were seated in a big sofa facing the window with an incredible view of the Cathedral and the rooftops of Canterbury. The waitress asked if we wanted the children's menu, but we said "no thank you" and we ordered our food and drinks from the brunch menu. Abby's burger was so big she could hardly hold it let alone eat it, but she managed it. Hazel and Poppy's fish and chips were so big it probably broke EU fishing quota regulations. We all loved the food , the staff were brilliant and all agreed that the assistant manager was the best looking in Canterbury. We all want to come again. From twins Abby and Hazel and cousin Poppy (All aged 10)

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  5. Vivian

    Kent

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Definitely recommended. Food, the place, Everything was perfect.

    1 person found this helpful

  6. Curtis

    Kent

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very nice evening but our seat was just near the bar and we couldn’t hear eachother speak

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  7. JillE

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great place for pre theatre dinner. Would love to go back in daylight hours to admire the view.
    Socialite Rooftop Restaurant & BarResponded on November 20, 2024
    Thank you for taking the time to leave us a lovely review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your visit and that you would come back! We look forward to seeing you again! Kind regards, Socialite Canterbury

    2 people found this helpful

  8. OpenTable Diner

    Kent

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first visit to this wonderful restaurant and boy was it fantastic. Such great food, service and place. We definitely be coming back too Class
    Socialite Rooftop Restaurant & BarResponded on November 16, 2024
    Thank you very much for leaving us a lovely review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience here at Socialite! We are looking forward to having you as our guests again soon!

    2 people found this helpful

  9. Jade

    Kent

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    I booked a table here for my friends birthday. I accidentally booked in the restaurant and not just drinks. We were told we had to buy a main meal each in order to stay there, and could not go into the drinks area, if we did we would be charged £10 each, this would not come off of our overall bill. We suggested that we would move to the bar, that was half empty, and spend the minimum charge that we would’ve spent on a meal. This was not an option, the manager had no empathy for a simple mistake and charged us the £10 each. It was very poor customer service, the bar and restaurant were not full and they could accommodate us for drinks instead, this just shows how little authority the manager has over the policy over a simple mistake, which could’ve been easily rectified. Had we have stayed, we would’ve spent more than that £20, but due to the poor service and attitude, we chose to leave and spend our money elsewhere.

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  10. William

    West Sussex

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 7, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A modern, spacious, warming atmosphere. Great views over Canterbury City Centre and the Cathedral. Good selection of food and drinks. Very friendly, welcoming and helpful staff. Will definitely visit again.
    Socialite Rooftop Restaurant & BarResponded on November 8, 2024
    Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us a lovely review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the views over the Cathedral and the selection of food and drinks. We are looking forward to having you as our guests again soon! Kind regards, Josh

    2 people found this helpful

FAQs

Socialite Rooftop Restaurant & Bar is rated 4.3 stars by 26 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Socialite Rooftop Restaurant & Bar

8 St Margaret's St, Kent, England CT1 2TP

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    High St and Canterbury Cathedral is few minutes walking distance.
  • Neighborhood
    Canterbury
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri, Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–5:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Bar Mon–Fri, Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Brunch Sat 11:00 am–3:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Canterbury Bus Station is just 2 minutes, Canterbury East Train Station is 9 minutes and Canterbury West Station is 13 minutes walking distance away.
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    01227 255250
  • Catering
    We have a fully equipped bar and restaurant for all your catering needs, for large parties our specially curated private hire/party menu is also available. If you are looking for a 4 course dinner or canapes and snacks we can cater for exactly what you need! For our buffet style private hire menu please enquire at enquiries@socialitecanterbury.com
  • Private party facilities
    Our lounge, restaurant, rooftop terrace or entire venue is available for exclusive or half exclusive hires. Perfect for weddings, engagement parties, private dining, birthday parties, corporate events, birthdays, graduation parties, conferences, product launches, workshops, fashion shows and more. Please enquire at enquiries@socialitecanterbury.com
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