Old Neptune

Had a wonderful experience at this restaurant! The relaxing atmosphere, with the option to sit both inside and outside, offers two distinct vibes. Facing the sea adds a dramatic touch to the meal. I particularly enjoyed the must-try oysters and appreciated the selection of local beers. A perfect spot to unwind!

Beautiful pub on the beach. We tried to go a few years ago and it was HEAVING so never got in. So glad we tried again today. They were so kind as to squeeze in our group of 10 with no hesitation, the food was perfect and servers lovely. No table service but it is a pub I suppose so we didn’t mind! Had the seafood platter special. Crab was sublime. And even better a view of the sea out the window. Love it here.

never been over this side of England before. fish and chips first night here were delicious and bar on the beach great idea. tried a few places over the weekend including the one you walk for ages to get to then queue and not so good so ended up back here last day as so good. staff young but do a great job. oysters, squid, and fish and chips excellent and a great view. will be back

A warm and welcoming pub right on the beach. The Neppy is a 19th century pub and one of only a handful of pubs to be found on the beaches of Britain. Plenty of seating outside but it was a little cold so we sat inside the cosy pub and enjoyed a drink and traditional tasty food.

A lovely old pub, nice 'pub' atmosphere, not all chrome and pine. Friendly staff who were busy but still happy to chat, slick too, cleaning tables and keeping everything moving. Despite being busy, there was a fast and friendly service. We all chose the sandwiches; crab, tuna and prawn, great with the sea as a backdrop

Well known pub on Whitstable beach front. We only stopped for a drink and sat outside on a cold but clear,sunny Autumn day. Very enjoyable.

Great seaside pub with a nice menu. Halloumi burger was great, vegan burger was ok (much better to just go with Beyond Meat or one of those), and the seafood box was excellent. Portions are sensible with a little bit of salad (a little more salad wouldn't hurt). Reasonable prices, long queues, nice atmosphere, friendly service, and it's on the beach, in Whitstable - well worth a visit.

What a great boozer. There’s not a lot of space inside but we managed to find a corner to stand. They serve an excellent pint of local Stout. The atmosphere is great, some really friendly locals and we also were introduced to the owner who was equally as lovely. Would certainly visit again. Great location right on the beach where you can see amazing sun sets. A very enjoyable 3 pints each .. cheers

If you find yourself in Whitstable then a visit to this old Victorian pub, the Old Neptune, is a must. If you are lucky, and the weather is warm to hot, sitting outside is a bonus. Nothing better than a pint, or two, taking in the sea air. Service is quick, even though it was extremely busy, professional and very friendly. Nice choice of a variety of pub grub, delicious. Once again, reasonably quick taking into account the number of people sitting out on the decking. I can never understand people moaning about the time it takes to be served. Look around and see how busy it is. One thing that did astound me was how well behaved the seagulls are in Whitstable. Unlike Cornwall and Devon where you have to fight them off your chips. As I say, a definite visit if you are in Whitstable.

The Old Neptune is a fairly stylish traditional pub on the modest Whitstable seafront that you can spot from about a mile away. When visiting Whitstable (which shouldn't occupy you for more than 2 hours), you should definitely drop by to have a pint or some solid pub grub (including less standard seafood options, of course) and have a sit either in the comely pub itself or in the extensive outside seating area, though the former is definitely more comfortable, The décor is rather pleasing indeed; the relics of the village's fishing history add to the atmosphere. Note that if you're going to sit outside, you'll have to drink your beer from a plastic cup. The range of lagers and real ales is certainly adequate, prices are average for this rather touristy area. During busy hours it might take you quite a while to be able to order a drink from the bar. The pub itself is in good shape, neat and tidy, the furniture has an appealingly "rustic" charm. Recommended for visitors to Whitstable!

What a gem of a pub! You go in for your hen do -- grab a cider --- walk out with a mermaid painting straight off the wall from the owner. Thank you, Darren! A painting and a night I will never forget!! ...Though I already forget a little as after a few ciders and some lovely pints, the night was a bit hazy... But the pub was epic. Warm and cozy interior with great live music. And a casual yet inviting exterior to enjoy the sunset with your bevy right on the beach. Couldn't have been better. Thank you, Darren and Old Neptune crew! We recommend this pub to all!

What a great old worldly seaside pub complete with old weathered floorboards that slope towards the sea to allow the water to flow out when storms pound the Northern Kent coastline because the Old Neptune sits on the beach outside the sea wall. Lovely picnic tables outside overlooking the sea where you can sit & soak up the sunshine & drink local Kent ales / lagers or ciders & enjoy some of the freshest fish & chips that come piled high. A definite must-do for any visit to Whitstable.

Brilliant pub & so considerate to their neighbours on Island Wall where I stay. They allow dogs in - on a lead & serve great food & great music. Parking is a problem in summer

A great place to grab some fish & chips and a few drinks while sitting on the beach. A lot of fun, and highly recommend to anyone in Whitstable / visiting Canterbury and the surrounding area. It's great!

A lovely little old timey pub on the sea front. Friendly staff, great atmosphere and good prices. Lovely in the summer as you can sit on benches on the beach!

A unique pub set on the pebbly beaches of Whitstable. With on-beach seating and original interior decor, the Neptune is a lovely place for a drink throughout the year. The pub has frequent events (bands etc) and a great bunch of regulars.

This is only really a pub I visit in summer because it's very small inside and also if the weather's bad it's not somewhere you particularly want to trek to! It does come into its own when the weather's good though, with loads of benches on the beach, or you can just sit between the groynes. I love the fact that the dog can run around the beach whilst we have a couple of drinks. The service can be terrible - some of the staff don't seem to realise why they are there. Having said that, it's still worth a visit.

We stopped by here on our way cycling to margate, we'd arrived just after they stopped serving food at 4pm on a friday afternoon. Which was a bit of a downer. The beer was nice and obviously well kept. Great views and nice interiors. I'd go back there again.