What Clients Are Saying Picnic Box Whitstable (GG)
2 /5 Natalia Sherwood: We stopped for lunch at The Picnic Box today after a walk along the coast. The food was fine, but it did not feel particularly good value for the price. I spent just over £10 and it felt closer to a supermarket meal deal than a handmade sandwich.
The service from a very young girl was polite but not especially engaging or showed little interest in us, which added to the overall feeling. Unfortunately, it is not somewhere we would rush back to and I am glad none of us had allergies as the member of staff seemed clueless about them.
5 /5 Tim Levey: Ive been a regular visitor to Picnic Box for the last couple of years and have a Loyalty Card. Andrea always has a smile for me and whichever dog I have with me. I mainly have the sandwiches, of which there is a large selection to choose from. They are made in front of me.
The South Quay is a perfect pit stop and my doggies pals love the extra bits they get for good behaviour.
5 /5 Alex Reed: By far the best and freshest sarnie I’ve had in a long time! Tastes unreal. If you’re in the area go give them a visit and show the love! I’ll be back again real soon.
5 /5 Carly Sked: A regular sandwich pickup spot for me and a number of my friends. The fillings are always great and very generous portions. Lovely bread, spreads. Just totally yummy! Never been disappointed. The staff are really friendly too and they now have a really good Loyalty Card where you can get free drinks and crisps, money off etc with each visit. Great little local business which I would recommend to any Whitstable locals, or those visiting the town. A million times tastier than supermarket bought sandwiches and perfect for beach picnics. We will see you again soon for my fave prawn sandwich!
Andrew Wheaton A quiet Monday lunchtime post Xmas, a quiet place but attentive staff, good food and quality drinks.
Would recommend and will definitely be back.
Mike Daws Friendly and efficient staff. Food was very nice though mine would have been better with a bit more cranberry. Coffe was strong and hot. Would visit again.
Jenny B This is a creative, welcoming restaurant with a talented chef.
I visited Whitstable with two good friends and visiting 39 (or Laurens as I prefer to call it) was one of our highlights. Whitstable is already a place worth celebrating for its pretty scenery, clear blue sea and independent shops, and this place was a hidden gem - though not so hidden as we found it through good Google reviews! We were very kindly welcomed by Fairlie and Roy and enjoyed the cocktails, with Head Chef Laurens Lemon Drop being the winner! The food was a delicious fusion of flavours! We found that five of the small plates shared by three of us was filling enough that we didnt ask for a desert. I would recommend giving 39/Laurens a try for its food, creative gallery feel and friendly ambience and if Roy is there he will happily tell you about the local area so do ask him!
Summer Brown I visited the Seaview Café in Whitstable and had a tuna mayo toastie with chips — absolutely delicious! The toastie was perfectly made, the chips were crisp and tasty, and everything was served piping hot. The staff were so welcoming and friendly, which made the visit even better. And of course, the name says it all — the view over the sea was truly impeccable. Highly recommend for great food, great people, and a beautiful setting!
Larry Annis Quite simply the best fish we have had in a very long time!
From the moment we arrived, everything was spot on. The staff were warm, attentive and genuinely welcoming without being intrusive. Service was efficient and relaxed in equal measure. The food was outstanding. Incredibly fresh, beautifully cooked and full of flavour.
The atmosphere captures exactly what you want from Whitstable: informal, coastal, authentic and full of character. We will absolutely be back!