Tasty Street Food Ideas in Kent & Sussex
We take a look at 10 great places to enjoy street food locally, from burgers and crepes to Mediterranean delights.
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Cite Crepes, Canterbury, Kent
Cite Crepes is a delightful van serving French street food from its location next to Metro Bank on Rose Street in Canterbury. Offering sweet and savoury toppings, you can choose from the likes of Nutella, Lotus biscuit spread, rocky road and strawberries and white chocolate for those with a sweet tooth, and for diners after something a little more savoury, there’s the options of ham and cheese, mushroom, cheese and spinach and the Cite breakfast – among others! They also offer vegan and vegetarian options. Plus grab a refreshing cold drink to wash it all down with! Alternatively you can oder online for delivery at https://www.just-eat.co.uk/restaurants-cite-crepes-canterbury
Let’s Go Greek, Crowborough, Sussex
For some authentic Greek street food head to Let’s Go Greek on Chapel Green in Crowborough. There you will find traditional gyros, homemade Greek burgers, hot dogs and subs, as well as salads – plus there are vegan options too. And why not round off your meal with some Greek donuts or fresh Baklava? They also have a kids meal deal for the little ones. You can pre-order if you want, so your food is ready to go when you arrive. To find out when they’ll be on Chapel Green (usually Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights) as well as at various other venues and events, visit https://www.facebook.com/letsgogreekuk/
Coachworks, Ashford, Kent
Coach Works in Ashford offers the opportunity to try a variety of independent street food, with a selection of fantastic vendors at its location in Dover Place. For those fancying an Italian treat, Il Pakkero is a pizzeria and street food business where pizzas are cooked in their clay oven while you wait – Coachworks recommend the porchetta sandwiches which they say are to die for! Meanwhile Khaza is a family-run business offering Nepalese street food, and Wild Souls Kitchen serve up delicious burgers and halloumi fries, as well as vegetarian and vegan options too. Or if you are in the mood for a breakfast or light snack – or simply a good old cup of coffee – head to the Coffee Shed. Seen as a community, there is also lots going on there including local music events. Visit https://www.coach-works.co.uk/about-1-1-1
Pizza Amore, various stops in Sussex
Serving up authentic wood-fired pizza, you can find Pizza Amore at various locations across Sussex if you want to try one of their gourmet delights. Their striking van is the heart of a fun and unique experience with a vintage twist. Priding themselves on hand making their pizzas to traditional recipes stonebaked in their clay oven, options include traditional Margarita, Neopolitan Amore, Perfect Pepperoni and Seafood among others – as well as offering gluten free options and vegan cheese. This small independent family-run business visits Barcome on Mondays between 5pm and 8pm, Ringmer on Tuesdays between 5pm and 8pm and East Hoathly on Wednesdays between 5pm and 8pm. They are also available to hire for events. Visit https://www.woodfired-pizza-amore.co.uk
Rad Burger, Whitstable, Kent
Established in 2014, Rad Burger is located at Unit 14 South Quay Shed at Whitstable Harbour and is open Wednesday to Sunday from 12noon until 8pm. Offering “slap up street food for the masses” enjoy freshly-made, juicy patties, with plenty of choice no matter your taste, from the traditional beef with the optional added flavours of the likes of cheese, bacon truffle mayo or mango chutney, to southern friend chicken, Korean chicken burger or a touch of Italian with Caprese chicken. Their vegan Cali offers a plant based burger patty with vegan brioche. Add to all that a range of delicious sides including rosemary fries, chicken tenders, and what they claim are some of the best halloumi fries in Kent, and you are in for a treat. Rad Burger also offers delivery. Visit https://www.radburger.co.uk/contact
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Thai and Vietnamese Street Food, Eastbourne, Sussex
Passionate about bringing the vibrant flavours of Thailand and Vietnam to your plate, Thai and Vietnamese Street Food on Ivy Terrace, in Eastbourne, say on a visit to them you will be greeted by “the authentic aromas of Southeast Asian street food and dishes bursting with flavour”. Whether you are just grabbing a quick bite to eat or looking for a relaxing leisurely meal there’s plenty to choose from, including flavourful soups, appetisers such as Thai fish cakes and prawn on toast, a variety of curries including Vietnamese yellow chicken curry, stir frys such as pad khing and noodle dishes including pad thai. They are open Monday to Saturday, 11am to 3pm and 5pm to 8.30pm. Visit https://www.thaivietnamesestreetfood.co.uk
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Tip's Wok Box, Folkestone, Kent
For freshly-cooked Thai street food, head to Tip’s Wok Box on Tontine Street in Folkestone. Great for lunch or dinner, they offer starters including spring rolls, Thai dumplings and Tempura prawns or enjoy a chicken or prawn soup – with a bit of spice if you want – and even add in some rice. You could also delight in a meal of Pad Thai Himmaparn, Kratiem or Kraprao, among many others, including curry dishes, which you can watch being cooked while you wait. They also offer vegetarian dishes and vegan options. Tip’s Wok Box is open Tuesday to Saturday from 12noon to 8pm. Visit https://www.facebook.com/p/Tips-WokBox-100057073195197/
Naasta Indian Street Food, Burgess Hill, Sussex
Naasta serve up tapas style Desi bites, saying: “From the streets of India to the Dhabas of Bangladesh, we bring you the finest fusion of south Asian treats in our vibrant and exciting atmosphere.” They say they offer a new style of food featuring traditional flavours from back home adding their own contemporary twists. Their “Creations” menu offers dishes such as Murgh Aam Makhani, Naga Murgh Aar Aloo and Tikka Prawn Thokku, while they offer classic dishes such as the Masala, Korma, Pathia and Madras as well. You can also choose from Tandooriwala, Biryanis or wraps, plus a whole host of side dishes and sundries. And why not round off the meal with a cheesecake? A vegan menu is also available. Visit https://naasta.co.uk
Westerham Brewery, Westerham, Kent
Westerham Brewery is more than just a brewery offering craft beer and coffee brewed right here in the hop garden of England, it also offers the opportunity to try out some street food from a variety of vendors on specific days of the week. For some homemade Italian street food the Roman way, head there on a Wednesday between 12noon and 8.30pm to experience Vabbe. While on a Thursday you can try a selection of real authentic curries from Kashmir Kitchen. And on a Friday they are visited by Pizza Federicci, offering wood-fired Romano pizza. Then on Saturday there is Meat the Chef – Buttermilk Fried Chicken and on Sunday, Moules and Bread Shed – Italian seafood and more. Occasionally they may be subject to change at short notice but you can book on their website. Visit https://westerhambrewery.co.uk/craft-beer-coffee
Jamun, Brighton, Sussex
Walking distance from the seafront in Brighton you will find Jamun, a relatively new Indian street food restaurant on West Street. Passionate about real Indian food, they have spent time with chefs from India – from those in restaurants and stately homes to street vendors – to create a menu which combines traditional ingredients with modern techniques. Their authentic dishes include unique chicken tikka, 5 pepper jackfruit and Nazakat paneer tikka, as well as Malai kofta and goan fish. Vegan options are also available. Visit https://jamunrestaurant.co.uk
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