There is no shortage of places to eat and drink in and around Folkestone, but some are impressing customers more than others.

Diners regularly post their reviews and observations, so the Herald decided to compile the top 20 restaurants in Folkestone, according to the users of the website.

See below for the best 20 places to eat, as well as some of the reviews that have been left.

1) Plaice2Go, Rendezvous Street “Absolutely fantastic food, staff and atmosphere my family and I love coming here! Would highly recommend!!”

2) Mr Baguette, Sandgate Road “Visited 13th Feb. Excellent food and service (as always). Eaten here many times, never had any problems. Highly recommended!”

3) Copper and Spices, Bouverie Road West “Having recently returned from a long trip to India we could say with certainty that the food in Copper & Spices was as good as any we ate in the various towns & cities we visited.”

4) Conchitas, Bouverie Road West “I have been to a few Mexican restaurants and this is by far the best I've experienced. An enjoyable, friendly atmosphere made the whole evening one to remember. Highly recommend this place.”

5) Anna’s, Cheriton Place “Good service, lovely full English breakfast and a huge pot of tea! The decor is very nice and the people were very friendly. We will pop in for lunch sometime.”

6) Beano’s Vegetarian Café Bar, Tontine Street “The food, the coffee, the staff, the food, and the coffee... Oh, And the staff! It's all lovely. Go here and experience a great atmosphere and enjoy the fantastic menu. They have an excellent drinks selection and always met with a smile.”

7) Gurkha Palace, Enbrooke Valley “It was nice to find a "Gurkha" restaurant that's was service genuine Nepalese food rather than Indian. Staff were very friendly and helpful.”

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8) The Meze House, Shakespeare Terrace “We had the vegetarian meze. Delicious fresh food cooked to perfection. Happy helpful staff and great value for money. We will be recommending this lovely hidden gem to all friends and family.”

9) Barringtons Restaurant, West Terrace “Food was excellent, cooked to perfection, great atmosphere and such a lovely experience. Staff were very welcoming and lovely, always smiling! Definitely recommend!!”

10) The Lavender Tea House, Church Street “Spent a relaxing couple of hours here last weekend . Lovely tea, beautiful setting, and friendly staff. Will definitely return.”

11) Ampersand Design Café, Tontine Street “Great food, wonderful service, pleasant welcoming atmosphere, well considered range of beers and wines and affordable prices. What's not to love? Check it's open first if you're coming a long way. It's worth the trip.”

12) The Chambers, Cheriton Place “We popped in for lunch and had really good, well presented food. The atmosphere is good and the staff are friendly. Excellent value.”

13) El Cortador Tapas Bar, The Old High Street “We loved our evening Tapas session here. The choice was superb, and quality divine. Prices were also very reasonable. We left feeling satisfied and will definitely be back.”

14) Loaf, Sandgate High Street “Excellent coffee, the best flat white in Folkestone! Delicious food, faultless service, great ambience, what more can I say…”

15) Papas Fish and Chips Restaurant, Sandgate Road “This is a pucka chippie for nice food we get our fish and chips here then take them down to the harbour and eat with our drinks in the summer how cool is that.”

16) Googies, Rendezvous Street “Love this place, the food is superb and the staff are fun and friendly. The prices reflect the quality and is worth the extra expense. I take all the visitors who come to Folkestone here for at least one meal!”

17) Truly Scrumptious Bakery, Guildhall Street “Lovely place to eat, food was delicious freshly made all at great prices would definitely recommend and will be returning.”

18) The Guildhall, The Bayle “The Guildhall is run by very friendly people. We went there for dinner and it was rather enjoyable. They have some Sussex ales as well, however the one I tried wasn't to my taste. Next time I am in Folkestone I would probably stop by.”

19) Chummys Seafood Stall, Beach Street “What do I like? Well everything that they sell, but I'd have to say their Whelks take some beating, in fact I've never had better. But also try their hot selections, their chilli hot king prawns stir fried are the nuts.”

20) La Tavenetta, Clifton Gardens “Stumbled on this restaurant on a Saturday evening in January…very close to the Leas. Very friendly welcome, an excellent meal and good choice of wines. Would definitely visit again if in the area.”