Whitstable Foodie Crawl: Come for the Sea, Stay for the Salt and Sass

Whitstable is that chill seaside town in Kent that’s straight-up rom-com-ready—like, if a cute fisherman and a London creative fell in love, it’d happen here. Think pastel houses, indie bookstores, and beach huts that look like they were designed by Pinterest itself. 🗺️How to get there: Easy train from St. Pancras or Victoria in London (about 1.5 hrs). Get off, walk 10 mins, and boom—you’re on the beach. 🍟 Ossies Fish Bar Local hype spot. Serving classic fish & chips, and yeah—it looks amazing… but PSA: get the ketchup. We made the rookie mistake of just going vinegar-only and couldn’t even finish it. Learn from us. Don’t be dry. Rating: 7/10 if sauceless, 10/10 with red gold. 🦪 The Forge Hidden gem alert. After 5pm it turns into happy hour heaven: £6 for 6 oysters—yes, that’s basically 1 quid a slurp. No fuss, just fresh af seaside oysters with sunset views. Cash-only beach shack energy and we’re obsessed. Rating: 11/10, bring your friends and your camera. 🦪 Wheelers Oyster Bar That pink shopfront? Instagram bait. Inside: a cozy little bistro serving oysters and seafood galore. It’s tiny and always has a queue (because of course it does), but the menu looks chef’s kiss. Still on our wishlist, but 100% worth lining up for. Rating: TBD but vibes alone are a solid 10. Whitstable’s food scene is lowkey luxe—oysters, fish & chips, pastel storefronts, and seaside slay. Drop the London brunch, grab your train, and let your inner coastal foodie run wild. #whistable #london