Buoy and Oyster in Thanet

Was expecting exceptional seafood considering the location and the reviews. It’s a beautiful restaurant overlooking the seafront and we were greeted by very friendly staff. We ordered the crab and the hot seafood platter which looked delicious. The mussels however were not fresh and the prawns were just missing a bit of flavour. Potential to be great seafood eatery, just a little style over substance.

The food was delightful, only outshined by our amazing waiter. Although we didn't catch his name, he had a Jack Sparrow vibe (prior to the stress of the whole Amber Heard debacle) and spoke of his adventures visiting Florida. His neatly pulled back hair was almost as glorious as his personality. He was let off for the night prior to us properly thanking him verbally and monetarily for his fantastic service, but thank you kind Sir, fair winds and following seas!

Solid place 4.5 stars, really.Nice atmos, good food. 2nd best Bloody Mary I’ve ever tasted (first is Shortditch House).The fish & chips is nice, but there’s not a huge amount that sets it apart from any other fish & chips you can buy anywhere else in the country. Not necessarily a criticism, because it’s still fish and chips done well.The oysters were extremely fresh, and the battered pickles were delicious.

Food was excellent. Fresh tasting and great attentive service from Tabia. Had the Hock and head scotch eggs and the seafood platter. They didn't have the clams so offered us extra squid. Everything on that platter was just delicious. We sat on the outside porch which gave us a nice view of the beach and the sea. Definitely worth a visit if you aren't put off by the price.

I was looking for restaurants in Margate beach area and this tops the list for one of the best fish and chips. I am totally amazed by the fluffiness and the batter used to fry the fish. Totally top my list for one of the best fried fish ever. The seafood platter was cooked to perfection. Overall, amazing service and good food and do book in advance for coming here. Glad to be able to dine here with fantastic view of the beach.

It’s a beautiful restaurant on the top of Margate cliff coastline, with a wonderful view looking towards the Bay. You can enjoy the terrace as well if you book in advance. Good customer service.Food wise, I could agreed with five stars only if mussels didn’t have shallot on it. Changed completely the taste of it.Less is more!

Great place for a meal.Service was great!We ordered 6 oysters, 2 starters and the mixed hot platter, plus 2 alcoholics drinks and the total cost was £123. Very reasonable for good quality seafood.Would defo make the trip to eat here again!

We booked a table online and we were seated promptly. Good attention given to us and order placed on time and no rush. Sometimes this can be hard for some restaurants but not for this one. Food arrived in good time and well laid out and elegant to look at. The food was great and cooked just right.We would be happy to book again. Thanks Lauren

We had a lovely lunch at Buoy and Oyster, would definitely return! Starters were so delicious, we had the clam and haddock chowder (10/10!) and the small portion of mussels. For main I had the halibut which was cooked perfectly, the butter sauce was rich and decadent and I also ordered a side of samphire. My husband had the buoy bowl which was also great and very filling! We sampled the local Chapel Down wine, both the sparkling and flint dry, both excellent and reasonably priced for a restaurant of this standard. Service was relaxed and friendly, perfect for a Saturday trip to the seaside.

Today is romantic Valentine day!🌹Luckily I can book a place for wonderful time with my family.Hot seafood platter is absolutely recommended and local crab is excellent. There is no words to order oysters.But I don't satisfied with cocktail and chilled sea food platter.