Socialite Rooftop Restaurant Canterbury in Canterbury

Rose served us for our Christmas do at work. Highly professional, great sense of humour. Thanks for having us!

Great views of the cathedral, delicious mocktails, and perfectly cooked steaks. Solid sides and really friendly service by Rose. Perfect spot for a night out!

Nice food and nice venue but I think customers need to be aware that there is a service charge on all purchases including drinks and on the night that we visited it was mandatory as one member of our party asked for it to be removed and was told that this isn’t possible. This seemed a bit much when attention to allergies and vegetarian members of the party was quite poor. The charge makes the already expensive drinks astronomical - it is Canterbury, not London after all!

Could be something special, but suffers terribly from bad staff management. Hopefully they figure things out before it goes into bankruptcy.

We enjoyed a romantic dinner for two at this smart restaurant, and it met our expectations. The service was warm and attentive, the food was well presented and a good range of options, and the ambience was elegant but not pretentious with breathtaking views that made the evening unforgettable. As a bonus, Hilton guests receive a 20% discount, making it an even better choice for those staying at the hotel. Whether for a special occasion or a memorable night out, this spot is a must visit.

The rooftop bar is a great spot to visit. Fantastic music: we recommend this French dj. The drinks are well made but the food has to be improved.

Super pre theatre meal at Socialite.

we felt very let down on friday the 22 nd we were a group of 9 the service was very poor we sat down at 1/55 it was 15 mins before a waiter asked if we wanted drinks 15 minutes later they arrived i had to ask twice for wine list the starers came but no wine there was no water on the table??!! i asked the waitress twice that we need to order our sides as we had already pre ordered our meats ect nothing so i went to the pass and told the chef that we had not ordered the sides he sorted this for us. so overall we felt let down regards the service

The doorman/security guard looked me up and down before letting me in, not because of my age. Got the feeling he thought he was better than me on a salary that's likely a 3rd of mine. I may not dress in suits but I enjoy a nice view. I then noticed later he came up and came onto the terrace (which was empty except for my friend and I. Got the feeling he was just there to see if we actually bought something. very unnerving. It was honestly the thing that stuck with me long after visiting. That is why my review reflects my overall experience as I couldn't enjoy it properly because of him.

We had a wonderful afternoon drinking on the rooftop with stunning views of the cathedral. The staff were brilliant and we would definitely recommend a visit.

Socialite is a must-visit for anyone looking for a sophisticated yet relaxed rooftop bar experience. Whether you’re there for a date night, celebrating with friends, or just enjoying an evening, Socialite hits all the right notes. From the moment you step onto the rooftop, you’re greeted with stunning panoramic views that set the perfect vibe for a night out. I can’t wait to go back!

Went for Abba Brunch absolutely brilliant act, and the fish and chips went down extremely well!!

First of all no tax on price so bear that in mind, Friendly staff, bought 2x cheese burger and fries one pint of lager and a tap water, £53, The burger was dry and tough, wife didn't even eat hers, just to tough, fries average, should of gone to hungry horse they do a better burger for £8, actually Mc'ds would have been a better bet, it no way justified £53

Lovely restaurant. We visited on a Wednesday when they have an offer for steak and a drink for £20. Tasty food, good portion size and excellent service. Well staffed and delightful views over the city. It was too chilly to be outside in October but in the summer, it will be spectacular from the outdoor terrace.

Amazing atmosphere but service is appalling. Only 10 people there when I went a few months ago, waited 15minutes to be served (staff were all standing around chatting) when I went to bar to ask for drink I was told table service only and I had to wait. Still took time to be served. Ordered drinks and cheese board. 20 minutes later, no sign of drinks. Went to chase (staff standing around talking), drinks arrived fine, sonwe ordered our next drink there and then given how long we had waited for our first drink. when 2nd drinks arrived I was given a completely different drink to what I ordered. When I questioned I was told they didn't have the ingredients to make the drink I asked for so made something else. - staff should have notified me and asked what I'd like instead. Cheeseboard turned up , no chutney or crackers. Crackers came out after asking for them but still no chutney, was told chef ran out of chutney. When I had finished cheeseboard 15 minutes later a bowl of chutney was brought out. Requested service and incorrect drink were removed from bill as I had sent it back due to not drinking it. Drink was removed but was told it was against company policy to remove "compulsory service charge/tip". Staff rude and standoffish. Views are beautiful and decor is lovely but service and organisation are sub par expecially given the price point. Noone cared for my complaint. Did not want to return however tried again to give venue benefit of a doubt and unfortunately received an almost like for like experience a couple weeks ago. Will not be returning sadly. Shocked to see so many positive reviews given many friends and families experiences here being similar to mine.

Absolutely fantastic evening last night. Food delicious, drinks perfectly presented, a lovely atmosphere. Lots of staff (including discrete security) generally felt like the ideal place for a girls evening out. Will definitely be back ❤️ Only possible improvements: 1) Perhaps offer a service booking cabs if needed ? or publicise this if you already offer this. 2) What can be done to make the toilets feel a bit safer? Felt a little intimidating with men coming in and out a couple who made odd comments.

Have been coming to socialite since it opened. Have had some great nights here with my friends. Normally when they have a DJ and there is a real good vibe. Tonight it was Halloween and we all dressed up. They had a DJ and a sax player. Really amazing vibe. Like no where else in Canterbury. Five stars from me 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟

Socialite offers a fantastic dining experience with stunning views of the cathedral. The steaks are the highlight, expertly cooked and bursting with flavor, accompanied by delicious sides. The drink selection is extensive, featuring a great wine list and craft cocktails, with attentive staff ready to provide excellent recommendations. Service is friendly and seamless, enhancing the overall experience. Whether for a special occasion or a casual night out, Socialite is a must-visit for steak lovers seeking a memorable meal in a beautiful setting.

We saw an incredible French Dj last Saturday and it was an awesome experience with a fantastic well crafted music selection. This place is offering an exciting vibe that truly stands out in the heart of Canterbury. Definitely looking forward to going back.

Great end to a Lovely evening with cocktails over looking the cathedral.

The food was delicious and Jodi was fantastic and helpful!

A truly scrumptious Sunday lunch, as a couple we ordered the chefs special Sunday lunch, to share, it was perfect, fresh veg, delicious roast potato, and the chicken, pork and beef were perfectly cooked. It was not too busy when we sat down for 3pm, I'm not sure if this reflected on the service, but we felt incredibly well looked after, all staff were attentive and polite. The view is amazing and the general feel of the place is "posh" but relaxed, so a pretty chilled Sunday afternoon.

There is a fun vibe, and the music of this French DJ is exceptional. Reliable fun date night.

We went to Socialite last Saturday, the venue is unique and the music from this french guy, DJ Seb, was inspiring and fun.

Thursday Oct 10th 6pm - the restaurant was 20% capacity, 80% empty. They sat us on a table in the corner. I asked if we could sit at the table facing the cathedral and they said we weren't allowed to sit there as it's £100pp. I said that's fine but we still couldn't sit there We ate at the table in the corner. Service was super slow and difficult to get the waitresses attention to order drinks. Food was good but service was painful At the end of the night we had , as intended, spent more than £100pp. Our table of 4 spent over £400 I then said to the waitress that I am disappointed that they refused us to sit there when we spent over £100pp and I was met with a gormless, careless reaction. I asked to speak to the manager to let him know but they said the manager isn't here So I'm leaving the review in the hope the manager sees it. If you're going to save tables for top spenders, at least have your front of house team try and sell it when people are enquiring. The table sat empty all night and now we will not be returning I am a local business owner with 27 employees. We dine at Socialite 4-8 times per year and normally have a 4-figure bill. This follows our previous encounter where you cancelled our reservation for 11ppl the night before we were supposed to be there. We will not be returning On your doorstep you have Sekkoya, Korean Cowgirl, The Pound, The Firepit and soon, The Ivy. You have a great view of the cathedral and the food/drinks are good but you're hiring students who lack common sense and are losing you money

Had a fantastic evening. Conor looked after us and he couldn’t have been more attentive. Will be back soon!

Visited at the weekend and had a great time. Conor served us all evening, he was super friendly and made our night great. Looking forward to going back.

Had a great time. Conor served us this evening, he was very friendly and made sure our night was going great! Very attentive, look forward to coming back!

Jainam was a pleasure and a great server made me and my friends wanna come back!

overall the food was good, needs a better selection of wines, the Dj music doesn’t go with fine dining. two prawns for starter is not enough. service ok cocktails ok the view is good 👍

What a lovely place, Jody was brilliant waitress. Food was lovely !

Servers are slow but trying their best. Seafoood platter overpriced for what you get

I had a wonderful time here this evening had a lovely chat with Lee Eddie and Leon they were very attentive and made sure I was having a great evening.

An excellent rooftop bar sporting the most elegant cocktails in combination with stunning views and a cosy environment. Every single one of the staff are extremely friendly, with immaculate service which drives home the point that this is without a doubt one of the best bars in Canterbury, if not the best. The staff here; namely Ali, Noah, Monika, provided the often underestimated balance between utmost friendly interaction and professional bar service with delicious drinks. I will definitely be here again and I thank these names above for the lovely experience. 5/5

Brilliant Evening enjoying Seb Fontane and the splendid NEW 1664 BLANC - What a drop 😍

Great experience, amazing food, the service is great, would like to mention the bar staff Monika, Lee, and Conor who have served me today, they are every welcoming and made some amazing drinks, would recommend an amaretto sour 10/10

Came in last weekend and had a great experience. The view of the cathedral was magnificent. My waitress, i think her name was jodie, was attentive and was able to help us with explaining some of the items on the menu. Would highly recommend!

Atmosphere so good Our waitress Jodie was amazing. Made the night so much better! Huge thanks

Socialite is an amazing bar with great atmosphere. I had food and drinks previously here and everything was delicious and refreshing. Especially the in the bar Ali has provided me with exceptional customer service. I love whisky based cocktails and Ali has made me on menu and off menu cocktails and each cocktail was delightful. I would recommend that should definitely come to Socialite for a classy dining and drining experience with the best view in Canterbury town.

Had an amazing experience at the Socilite great drinks, service and atmosphere with the cathedral in the background. Big props to Monika, Hanna and Megan that served me today !!

The service was amazing, a truly dignified experience for any person looking for top class ALMOST-silver service experiences in Canterbury. My server was Jodie, she was kind and attentive and managed to give us priority whilst juggling another ten tables! We came on a Saturday night in May and the vibe was electric. The lights from the Cathedral are a real show-stopper, but I hear this is the last year they'll be on because of budget issues. I also came for a University event, the Spanish Society event held at Canterbury throughout the year and Jodie was again fantastic! She is a real pillar of this place.

Came yesterday for my 21st birthday and had a lovely experience , our waitress Jodie made it super special and I can't thank her enough. I will definitely be back!

Went to socialite yesterday and had amazing service from Jodie and we spent £50pp and had the fish and chips and was very worth it

I went to socialite yesterday.The food was amazing and the service was even better especially our server Jodie. She was attentive and always checked on us to make sure we was okay.

Went to this restaurant yesterday and had an amazing experience. The food was great and the service was even better. I think my server’s name was jodie. She is a credit to your business and was so helpful to us, constantly coming over and checking up on us.

Had a lovely meal here fish was was divine Waitress jodie i believe her name was went above and beyond

Lovely meal my waitress Jodie was very helpful would highly recommend

Had a great meal great service was served by jodie very helpful young lady asset to the team and company excellent customer service explained menu to us being old age pensions would recommend your restaurant to friends and family cannot wait to return in the near future hopeful will have the opportunity to see and be served by a very pleasant young lady that being jodie

Had a lovely experience here and the staff were amazing especially Jodie would definitely return thank you

Might be one of the best place I’ve been in. The atmosphere is lovely, service was at the top, been served by bartender called Monica. Will come again 100%.

Had cocktails with friends. Really great Monica the bartender makes an amazing old fashion 👌

Really cool place . I loved it . Great cocktail

Our server Jodie was amazing, nothing was too much, she even gave us tasters of the champagne to make our choice. Excellent service from all staff

Had a great time and top service from our lovely waiter Eddie, will definitely come back again

Visited yesterday and the food was lovely! Exceptional service from the lovely lady Jodie who made our experience so much better! Would highly recommend

Went to socialite on Saturday and had a wonderful experience our server Jodie was attentive and had great knowledge of the menu the view was great and the cocktails were lovely

Wonderful, inventive, tantalising cocktails served by Lee. Fabulous views. Great Sunday lunch. Nice bar snacks. Great atmosphere

The staff here are incredibly rude. Many people I know in Canterbury—friends and colleagues—discuss their negative experiences in group chats, often making jokes about how bad the service is. It’s clear that the place needs new management or significant improvements. I don’t understand why they’re so pretentious and uptight; after all, they only work in hospitality.

Rose (our server) had a big smile on her face and her customer service skills were amazing. Everyone else was so nice and welcome too! and the bar team have great drink knowledge 👍

If you want to feel pretentious and pretend you have money to throw away then this is the place. Waited 15 minutes after being seated for service when the restaurant had 10-20% occupancy during our dining. All cocktails were advertised as half price and then told it's just the classics. Cocktails were average. Ribeye was undercooked, cold, and tough. Didn't have any lamb shanks despite being early in the evening. The saving grace was the view and the chicken. Overall incredibly disappointing and slapped with a service charge that wasn't earned.

Booked a cocktail class here and unfortunately I had to cancel on the morning due to sickness. I couldn’t get through on the phone, so I left a message so the staff wouldn’t be waiting for us. Unfortunately they didn’t see the missed call or listen to the voicemail and so a gentleman phoned me roughly 15 minutes after the booking time to check where we were and when I explained we could no longer make it and that I did call to inform them, he proceeded to patronise and lecture me over the phone about making sure to inform them in advance of a cancellation. To which I explained to him further that I did in fact phone 3 hours before and left a voicemail and he still persisted to lecture me that in future I should give more notice, to which I responded “that is easier said than done when someone suddenly goes down unwell”. I understand frustration from the staff with cancellations but considering you would think they want to encourage people to book them up in future, this certainly wasn’t a good way of doing so. I was going to re-book for another occasion and this interaction definitely put me off… A real shame, as the place looks very beautiful and upmarket but if you really want a business to thrive you need to be kind and friendly to your customers. I can see they are actually the lowest rated restaurant in Canterbury, so it goes to show that being hospitable in hospitality is the most effective way to get good reviews and gain popularity.

I recently visited The Socialite and it quickly became one of my favorite spots in town. From the moment I walked in, I was struck by the cozy atmosphere, which is perfect for a relaxed evening with friends or a casual date night. What also stood out was the friendly and attentive service. Even during peak hours, the staff, Sean, Niki and Josh made sure I was taken care of without feeling rushed. The vibe of the place is lively yet intimate, with soft lighting and a great playlist that complements the overall experience.

We can’t recommend this place enough— phenomenal vibe, and the best brunch DJ and music in Kent. The rooftop bar has our favorite view in Canterbury, and we are definitely coming back.

Popped into Socialite for lunch as it had been recommended to us. We couldn't believe how amazing the views are. We ordered roast dinners... delicious. All of this made even more special by the outstanding service Lizzie gave us. We'll deffo be back. Thank you.

This was a beautiful place great views and great food and wonderful costomer service

As a returning customer of socialite i would highly recommend coming here. The service was great from my two waiters (georgina and lizzy), the food was amazing and the view was gorgeous. the live dj was a bonus too.

Amazing food, staff and atmosphere, our waitresses Georgina and Lizzie were both brilliant. The food was delicious and the view from the rooftop was gorgeous. Definitely recommend.

Lee was extremely informative with drinks

Was a wonderful night with amazing drinks with Lee as our bartender who was very attentive and had great drink knowledge

Lived in Canterbury for a few years and this is a decent place for drinks. Not too sure about the food haven’t tried it, but haven’t heard great stuff. Stunning views of the cathedral from the rooftop. Towards the pricey end though.

£12 for a glass of wine! Extortionate

Great place for drinks and dinner

Excellent place in the heart of Canterbury. You enter at street level and take a lift up to the Rooftop bar and restaurant. We had pre dinner drinks watching the sunset, with great views out over Canterbury and the Cathedral. The food and service was great. The steak was lovely and they have some excellent lagers on tap. I would highly recommend as its well worth the visit.

Fantastic location, Fantastic concept, Execution totally abysmal !!! Monkeys and peanuts ?

Nikita our waitress was amazing! So accomodating and professional. Such a wonderful atmosphere and experience! We will be back xx

Great friendly service and drinks advice from Hannah and Rose.

Amazing place, drinks and food. Staff were also so nice, welcoming and accommodating - especially Jainam! We even got a blanket in the outside terrace because one of my friends was feeling cold. Would definitely recommend to anyone visiting Canterbury.

Last Saturday afternoon, my friend and I stumbled upon an incredible rooftop that left us both in awe. The atmosphere was simply unmatched, largely due to a captivating French DJ who was spinning an extraordinary set. The location itself is stunning, with a breathtaking view that adds to the overall experience. If you ever get the chance, I highly recommend visiting their restaurant—it's a treat that’s truly worth the splurge.

Came to Socialite for drinks, beautiful views and great atmosphere. Eddie is a credit to the team!

Served by Rose and the lovely team, my daughter and I had a wonderful pre theatre lunch, with stunning views across Canterbury. The fish and chips were delicious, great wine and cocktail list too. Can’t wait to come back for a visit with friends on Friday 🥂

Had the worst experience here. Staff are rude, lazy, food was over an hour and 15 mins for 2 meals and raw burger but burnt on the outside. Childrens pasta was so under cooked my child choked. Couldn't pay me to go again, terrible service and views are just off roofs.

Brilliant view, amazing staff, and great food. Would come again!

Perfect service, have been coming here every weekend and I’ve always been welcomed, would recommend bringing family for dinner.

Excellent service and a brilliant day out, service was prompt and the staff were very welcoming and inviting

best place in canterbury, food is 10/10, drinks are amazing and staff are so friendly, Lee was really attentive and kept us smiling all night.

I had an amazing time here last week, such a great view of the city. The cocktails are top tier especially their pina coladas, johnny was a great help and ali behind the bar was extremely knowledgeable with the drinks. All in all 10/10 wouldn’t fault it.

Staff are amazing, shoutout to Nikitha was so helpful and lovely!!

The best customer service ever, every staff were friendly and welcoming❤️

Had amazing cocktails and wine. Aime was serving us and she was so so sweet. She was friendly. All the staff are super nice.

Really enjoyed the food and drinks out on the terrace with a great view

Amazing view and atmosphere with the best cocktails I’ve had in the city so far

I came here with my family and it was amazing, the view and drinks were lovely and i spoke with my server aimee she was lovely and put a smile on our faces.

The service was great I had a great time with my family, I got the Sunday roast and it was amazing. The manager was super helpful and nice and so were the rest of the staff. I’d definitely recommend. A beautiful view and very comfortable atmosphere.

I had an amazing experience at Socialite! The service was on point all night! The staff were attentive and friendly! I was impressed by the food and the cocktails served at the venue!

Nice view of Canterbury and a nice atmosphere.

Lovely views over the city. Great vibe. Table service quite slow.

Don’t go here!! Over priced & the staff & Mgnt so rude & un-helpful. There are much better & cheaper bars near by with staff who actually enjoy their job. Quite easily the worst bar I’ve been to for a long time.

Amazing atmosphere and views up here - great as an evening venue and a brunch / afternoon stop. Can’t wait to go back!

Great location for a drink, we didn’t try the food but awesome views of Canterbury, particularly the cathedral and west gate. Look out for the large building on the horizon to the north this is St Edmunds school. The drinks are very expensive but reflect the uniqueness of the location. Happy hour is 5:00 to 6:00 when a few of the cocktails are half price. Service was excellent.

Lovely venue and view, and good music. Beware the prices and value of cheese board and charcuterie board-the worst I have ever had. £12 and £15 respectively. Minimal amount on boards. Very very skimpy- probably 1500% mark-up. Cost of food on each board probably 80p! Also, be careful of being offered water- you will pay £4 for a bottle. Did not appreciate the 12.5% service charge in light of outrageous pricing on the boards.