The Vintage Empire - Canterbury

What a little gem. China cups and saucers and tea cosies on proper teapots! Lovely ambience with an interesting 40’s theme and charming staff. I was with my granddaughter and we both ordered a toastie absolutely delicious. Lovely bread and loads of filling. Everything on the menu was wholesome home cooking, and a good selection as well. I had a scone (with cream and jam) and it was gorgeous, just as if it had come straight out of the oven. Cannot recommend this place highly enough for a visit, especially on a cold, blustery day in January. There is a garden outside, so I will be back in summer to experience this lovely place in the sunshine (and I won’t mind if it doesn’t shine, as I shall just enjoy the food and the delightful staff).

Absolutely love the ambience here. Service is excellent. Staff very friendly. Nice to keep alive the memories of times gone by. Gluten free cake available, and 40s music playing in the background adds to the atmosphere. Looking forward to our next visit.

A delicious lunch in this warm welcoming cafe on a rainy day in Herne Bay! The 1940s theme was lovely combined with Christmas decorations! My husband had the double decker festive sandwich complete with gravy for dipping. He was having a hungry day so also had a scotch egg which came with a warm cheese scone salad! I chose the toasted sandwich with turkey, bacon, cranberry cheddar. It was all absolutely delicious, great value the staff were very friendly attentive. Highly recommended!

Excellent afternoon tea, lovely selection of freshly made sandwiches and cakes, and warm scones, ladies very attentive offering more tea, atmosphere was lovely reminded me of grandma's parlour of the 40’s , ration books and memorabilia all around the room and soothing music playing in the background, accommodated my dairy free diet, talked me through my options. Will hopefully return before Christmas to sample the new menu.

Loved our visit to the vintage tearooms! We were made so welcome. Great service, generous portions of fresh food, well presented, great venue for afternoon tea. They even called us when we left something behind. Perfect!