Forno Lounge - (Near , South East)

Black Queen A Masterclass in Flavour and Heart — Rapchar is My New Favourite! Oh my days — this place has officially taken the number one spot on my foodie list, and trust me, I’ve been to a few. I started with the scallops and honestly? Absolutely exquisite. Perfectly cooked, bursting with flavour, and beautifully presented — everything on that plate earned its place. That’s the key here: so much freshness, so much flavour, and zero filler. For my main, I had fish with prawns, served with a cauliflower foam that completely blew me away. You could actually taste the cauliflower — light but still with body, and the flavour balance was spot-on. It was the kind of dish that manages to be both comforting and high-end dining at the same time — pure talent. The presentation across every plate was exceptional. You could tell real care had gone into every detail. The mac and cheese side was rich, creamy, and deeply satisfying — proper comfort food but refined. I didn’t even reach for the salt and pepper once (and that says a lot). I had sorrel to drink — rich, vibrant, and packed with flavour — the perfect pairing to cut through the richness of the dishes. I’ve never had sorrel like it (sorry, Mum). Unfortunately, I didn’t have room for dessert — tragic, I know — but that just gives me an excuse for next time. The service was exceptional — food arrived quickly, staff were polite and genuinely lovely, and the vibe was relaxed, friendly, and unpretentious. Even though the restaurant was full, the layout made it feel intimate, with a warm, family atmosphere. My only downside? When the chef came out to greet everyone, I did what any self-respecting foodie would do and offered him my hand in marriage. Sadly, he declined. I can only assume that i was at the back of a very long queue, because his food was slamming. Rapchar nails it: high-end food, comforting flavours, zero pretence, and genuine hospitality. I’ve already booked my next visit, because once is simply not enough! Well done, Rapchar — you’ve set the bar sky-high.

Vaibhav Naik Very nice ambiance, impeccable service and succulent food. We celebrated a birthday here with family and we had an absolutely wonderful time at Mint Leaf, London. Aloo Tikki Chaat, Paneer Tikka & Chicken Tikka were the best starters we have had. The mojitos and lassi were delicious to go with the starters. For mains we had Bhindi, Koftas, Daal Bukhara & Lamb Nihari. Their garlic naan and butter naan were crunchy, buttery and delicious. Thanks to the staff for very attentive and impeccable service.

Amna The Coconut Tree never disappoints ,I ’m hooked on their curry laksa. It’s hearty, loaded with toppings, and easily one of my favourite dishes. The portions are huge, super filling, and definitely worth the price. Comfort food at its best!

Paul Coley Fantastic location on the sea front, a few yards from the sandy beach. Rooms are large, although slightly dated, they are comfortable and doubles have great sea views. We went on a dance holiday. The meals are very good, with a good choice every day. The staff and service is excellent, we have been going for years and many of the staff are the same. Very friendly atmosphere. Will definitely go again.

Neha S Casual set-up with friendly staff and good service. We had a Bombay sandwiches, masala chilli toast, hot panini, bean burger with chips, masala chai, orange juice and Limca. The Bombay sandwiches were my favourite, really satisfying. The hot panini was nice too. The masala bean toasty was decent but a bit too cheesy for me. I’ve tried both their soya burger and bean burger, and I prefer the bean burger, especially with the peri peri chips. They’re accommodating if you don’t eat eggs. They swapped the coleslaw for salad, though the salad could be improved (mostly lettuce with just a bit of tomato and cucumber). Overall, a casual spot for a simple brunch with a homely vibe. Parking is on the road but usually easy to find a spot. I’d visit again to try new dishes on the menu. Despite being busy the staff were certainly attentive, friendly and efficient with their service. I’d highly recommend this place to locals and non locals.

Katie I’ve been coming here regularly for the past four years, and it’s the only kebab shop I’ll use. The food is consistently spot on and great value for money. I always order the burger meal with cheesy chips, and it never disappoints. The staff are friendly, welcoming, and always take the time to ask how I’m doing. The service is just as good as the food. I wouldn’t recommend anywhere else. Hands down the best kebab shop in Thanet.