Buoy and Oyster

"A late lunch on Buoy And Oyster’s beachfront terrace is our idea of an afternoon well spent. Sip on tangy lemonade while surrounded by greenery—foliage hangs from the ceiling and the wicker chairs make it feel like summer even when it’s not. The dining room is spacious, with plenty of natural light and an airy energy that encourages lingering. But the view of the sand and beyond is the real USP. The Maldon rock oysters are a good move, as is one of the seafood platters to share. Snack on calamari while you stare out to the sea—and take it from us, you’ll want to keep the drinks coming until sunset." - Jake Oliver, Daisy Meager, Sinead Cranna, Rianne Shlebak

"A late lunch on Buoy And Oyster’s beachfront terrace is our idea of an afternoon well spent. Sip on tangy lemonade while surrounded by greenery—foliage hangs from the ceiling and the wicker chairs make it feel like summer even when it’s not. The dining room is spacious, with plenty of natural light and an airy energy that encourages lingering. But the view of the sand and beyond is the real USP. The Maldon rock oysters are a good move, as is one of the seafood platters to share. Snack on calamari while you stare out into the sea—and take it from us, you’ll want to keep the drinks coming until sunset.  " - Rianne Shlebak

"The full name for this little spot, according to Google, is: Buoy and Oyster: Seafront seafood restaurant and cocktail bar overlooking the beach in Margate. In other words: everything one wants on a day trip or weekend away in the town. Expertly cooked fresh seafood, assembled in modern, simple ways, such as in a dish of skate wing with caper butter and samphire; and in traditional formats, such as with its classic fish, chips, and mushy peas; or simply a platter of fresh shellfish over ice, with a bottle of Tabasco and some shallot vinegar." - Adam Coghlan