One of the most popular pastimes in the country, bottomless brunches seem to be everywhere these days. That's no different in Canterbury, with a whole load of restaurants, bars and pubs getting in on the hype - from sleek rooftop haunts to cosy cafes.
But with so many options, it can be difficult to know where is the very best. So next time you're in the mood for free-flowing booze and eggs or stacks of pancakes, check out our top picks for a Canterbury bottomless brunch.
Best Bottomless Brunch Canterbury Has To Offer
1. Draper's Arms
- 1-2 Sun Street, CT1 2HX
- From £32 per person
Just moments away from the historic Canterbury Cathedral, Draper's Arms is a traditional pub hat spans two floors - featuring outdoor tables on the street and even a sunny rooftop terrace. They offer either a one or two-course brunch, starting from £32 per head, complete with 90 minutes of free-flowing prosecco.
They serve a range of tasty breakfast bao buns, filled with smoked pork belly or fried eggs and bacon. Other options range from loaded nachos to pizza fries, and the two-course option also includes cookie dough s'mores.
Find traditional boozer vibes and bao buns galore at Draper's Arms.
2. Cosy Club
- 20-21 St Margaret's Street, CT1 2TH
- £25 per person (not including food)
A venue that lives up to its name, Cosy Club is a decidedly cosy bar and restaurant on St Margaret's Street. Settle down on their comfy booths or leather bar stools, surrounded by warm lighting and colourful decor, to enjoy any of their breakfast or lunch dishes paired with 90 minutes of bottomless booze.
The drinks cost £25 per person, and food is charged at their standard price. Depending on the time of your visit, you could tuck into the likes of sweet berry pancakes, dirty breakfast butties or a hearty full English, washed down with prosecco or a wide range of cocktails.
Cosy up with some pancakes at this lively spot.
3. Las Iguanas
- Unit 3 & 5 Longmarket, CT1 2JS
- £34.95 per person
Located within the Longmarket shopping centre, Las Iguanas is a vibrant, welcoming brunch destination. They've got a scrumptious menu of South American dishes to choose from, including chilli con carne, bean and beetroot burgers or a Mexican-style tortilla pizza topped with pork and pineapple salsa.
This is the perfect pick for cocktail lovers, as they've got 12 different concoctions on offer. Think Long Island iced tea, coconut sour bombs or a Wray of Sunshine, alongside beer or fizz. What's more, you can add on dessert for an extra £5.
For a Latin American, head to Las Iguanas Canterbury for bottomless brunch.
4. Penny Theatre
- 30-31 Northgate, CT1 1BL
- From £32 per person
Available every single day of the week, Penny Theatre's bottomless brunch starts from just £32 per person - or £34 on Saturdays. This cosy pub features traditional interiors, with wooden beam ceilings and exposed brick walls, a relaxed environment for unlimited boozing.
Expect two whole hours of endless drinks, including Aperol spritz, espresso martinis and even Guinness. Highlights of the food menu include billionaire's bacon pancakes, crispy smoked tofu burgers or a tandoori chicken pizza, with something to suit all dietary requirements. Plus, students can nab this fantastic deal for the even lower price of £25 (though the drinks offering is reduced to 90 minutes).
This old-school pub offers one of the best food selections around.
5. Boom Battle Bar
- Units 6 & 7 Riverside, CT1 1BN
- £40 per person
Looking for a themed bottomless brunch in Canterbury with music? Boom Battle Bar has got you covered, thanks to a unique offering that changes theme every six weeks. Their boozy brunches are inspired by everything from country music to throwback classics, and there's always a live DJ playing.
For £40 per head, you can enjoy 90 minutes of free-flowing fizz, lager and classic cocktails - we're talking pornstar martinis, margaritas and more. You'll also get a street food dish each, from chicken wings to truffle mac 'n' cheese bites, as well as loaded fries to share between two. Afterwards? Be sure to stick around for a few of their games, from axe throwing to darts.
Boom Battle Bar knows how to get the party started.
6. Citi Terrace
- 1 Longmarket Court The Terrace, CT1 2JS
- £39 per person
After a rooftop bottomless brunch in Canterbury? Citi Terrace is a spacious venue that sits above Longmarket Court, hidden up some secretive stairs. It features a stylish all-glass restaurant and a heated outdoor terrace, with lots of pretty plants and covered sections to suit all weathers.
For £39 per head, you can knock back 90 minutes of free-flowing wine, beer, mimosas and cocktails - such as the kir royale or an Aperol spritz. When it comes to food, expect veggie pesto pizzas, juicy smash burgers or Belgian waffles with fried chicken and eggs. Plus, they offer shisha on the terrace too.
For rooftop brunching, it has to be Citi Terrace.
7. Stag Coffee
- Unit 10-11 Marlowe Arcade, CT1 2TJ
- £37 per person
An independent, family-run coffee shop and brunch destination, Stag Coffee is whipping up bottomless brunches for just £37, and students can get 15% off that price. The warm, friendly cafe fronts simple wooden furniture and quirky neon signs, as well as a menu to suit all tastes.
Tuck into everything from homemade macaroni cheese to halloumi burgers or bacon and egg pancakes, with optional extras available too. As for the drinks, choose from classic cocktails, wine or beer, or upgrade to premium tipples for an additional £5 per person.
It may be a coffee shop, but this family-run joint knows a thing or two about cocktails.
8. Socialite
- 8 St Margaret's Street, CT1 2TP
- £40 per person
A stylish rooftop restaurant and bar, Socialite provides a brilliant boozy brunch in Canterbury. Available from 11am to 3.30pm on Saturdays, devour any of their dishes and 90 minutes of unlimited prosecco for £40 per person. Plates include salted butter and maple syrup French toast, crushed avocado on toast or eggs Benedict.
They also host themed bottomless brunches on a regular basis, inspired by everything from Mamma Mia to drag bingo or cowboys. These promise even more drinks options, live DJs, entertainment and delicious pizzas or burgers.
Expect egg-cellent things from this rooftop destination.
9. The Pound
- 1 Pound Lane, CT1 2BZ
- £25 per person (not including food)
Voted Kent’s Best Bar in the Muddy Stilettos Awards, The Pound is part of the One Pound Lane venue - located within the former prison grounds. It's a cocktail bar and restaurant, serving food from Rad Burger, and you can add on bottomless prosecco to any meal between 12 and 3pm.
Chow down on halloumi slab burgers or steak patties covered in American cheese, as well as sides like mac 'n' cheese or Korean barbecue tenders. Main dishes start from just £12 each, and the unlimited drinks upgrade costs only £25 extra. It's also one of the most historic places to dine in the city, with a 600 year-long past.
Dine on burgers and booze in a former prison.
10. Sekkoya
- The Riverside, Kingsmead Road, CT1 1BN
- £38 per person
In the mood for an Indian twist on your usual brunch fare? Then make your way to Sekkoya, a chic restaurant close to the river. Fronting deep green velvet booths, natural-looking wooden panelled walls and a large image of trees spread across the ceiling, this is one stylish spot for early afternoon feasting.
For £38, you'll indulge in 90 minutes of classic cocktails, bubbles and house wine or beer. This is available from 12 to 3.30pm on Saturdays, featuring an array of Indian plates like chilli cheese toast, masala chicken, paneer tikka and more - with the option to add on sides and desserts too.
This classy affair combines Indian dining with classic cocktails.
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