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The Top 10 Restaurants in Maidstone

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  1. The Herbalist
    Ranked #1 in Maidstone on TripAdvisor at the time of writing. Tripadvisor+2Tripadvisor+2
    A modern bar & restaurant offering a mix of pizza, seafood and vegetarian-friendly dishes. The large volume of reviews suggests it’s a popular choice for locals and visitors alike.
    TripAdvisor listing Tripadvisor
    Tip: Expect a lively vibe, especially in the evening, and it’s centrally located in Maidstone.
  2. Giggling Squid – Maidstone
    A Thai restaurant in Maidstone, highly rated on TripAdvisor (over 1,300 reviews). Tripadvisor+1
    Website: Giggling Squid – Maidstone Giggling Squid
    Known for signature dishes like salt & pepper squid and a good selection of vegetarian/vegan options.
    Tip: Book ahead for weekends.
  3. Bowleys Restaurant
    Although technically in Trottiscliffe (near Maidstone), it shows up in the Maidstone listings and earns high acclaim. Tripadvisor+1
    Website: Bowleys Restaurant Bowleys
    Fine dining modern British cuisine, tasting menus, locally-sourced produce.
    Tip: It’s a little outside Maidstone proper, so factor in travel time if you’re based in town.
  4. La Taberna
    Family-run Spanish tapas bar & restaurant in a historic building in Maidstone. Rated 4.7 of 5 from over 560 reviews on TripAdvisor. Tripadvisor+1
    Website: La Taberna La Taberna, Spanish Restaurant
    Tip: Pre-order their paella for a special treat.
  5. Indulgence
    Ranked in the top 10 of Maidstone restaurants on TripAdvisor. Tripadvisor
    A venue offering “International, British” cuisine.
    Tip: Good choice if you are looking for something less formal than fine dining but still “a night out”.
  6. The Wishful Thinker
    Also featured in TripAdvisor’s list of top restaurants in Maidstone. Tripadvisor
    A bar & pizza concept – more casual, suitable for families or friends.
    Tip: Ideal for a more relaxed evening rather than a celebratory fine-dining meal.
  7. Fifi’s Italian
    Italian cuisine in Maidstone, listed among the top 10 on TripAdvisor. Tripadvisor+1
    Tip: Good option for a comfort-food Italian meal; might be busier on evenings.
  8. The Potting Shed
    Located near Maidstone (Langley) but included in the extended listings. Rated in the top restaurants for the area. Tripadvisor+1
    Offers “European, Healthy” cuisine and a relaxed countryside atmosphere.
    Tip: Great for a leisurely lunch or brunch outside of the town centre.
  9. Tipis Restaurant
    Slightly further afield (Yalding) but appears in the Maidstone-area list. Tripadvisor+1
    A “British, Healthy” dining option with fewer reviews (so slightly less established than others) but still recommended.
    Tip: Consider it if you’re willing to travel a bit for a quieter, scenic meal.
  10. The Yew Tree (Maidstone)
    Also listed among top places in the area. Tripadvisor+1
    British cuisine in a bar/restaurant setting—good choice for a Sunday lunch or classic British menu.

Final thoughts

Maidstone offers a diverse dining scene: from fine dining (Bowleys) to authentic international cuisines (La Taberna, Giggling Squid) to relaxed local pubs and bars with good food (The Herbalist, The Yew Tree).
When planning, it’s wise to book ahead for the more popular places, especially on weekends.