Village Grill in Thanet

Great little find . Lovely friendly family run restaurant. Good prices and food delicious. It was obvious that it was a haunt for the locals ( which is always a good sign) . Doesn’t look much from outside . Decor unremarkable but food was good and freshly cooked.

What a great cafe. What a cafe should be. Lovely friendly staff. Great service and tasty food. Lovely the inside of the cafe too. The best breakfast we've had fir ages.

What a great cafe. Amazing food, great prices. Run by very lovely attentive people. Highly recommended a visit. The toilet is up some stairs. A ramsgate hidden gem.

Great food at a great price! Friendly staff. Would fully recommend if you fancy a quick bite to eat at lunch.

The food is excellent and the couple that run the cafe are warm and friendly. The prices are very reasonable. I have introduced my friends to dine here and they too can't fault it.

What an amazing.place Costa and Pam are so friendly I have been going.into this cafe since 1976 when it was run by his dad fantastic home made meals

Lots of locals here and service very friendly. Decor a bit tired but don’t let that fool you. The food was fresh and portions were large. Prices really good value for money. Coffee a…ma…zing! We will be back!

This family-run cafe is clearly a hidden gem, serving great English food. Steak pie, marsh, English full breakfast are all really tasty. Definitely will try again whenever visiting Ramsgate.

I discovered this wonderful little café last week. It is warm, friendly and welcoming. The food that I ordered - steak pie, chips and beans, cherry pie served with ice cream, two cups of excellent tea, and change from ten pounds - was hot, freshly cooked, and very nice indeed. All in all, excellent value, I wholeheartedly recommend it!

Firstly be under no illusion this is a proper no frills cafe. It’s popular owing to its location and value for money. 3 meals and 3 drinks came in at just over £16. I had the mushroom omelette and chips which was nice enough. The tea tasted of tea and the staff are polite. My only issue was that as one of the staff came towards our table with the last of our 3 meals they were met by another who in the melee managed to drop some of the chips onto the floor as the plate was passed between them . An apology was given but no attempt to replace the chips which fell to their end on the carpet was made at anytime. In fact a comment was made that were only 4 of them ! All a bit short on chips and all very tired. Having read a recent review about hygiene I’m not sure I’d now go back. Sounds like the hygiene award on the door is a little misleading and overall it’s all a bit tired. That said on this occasion ( my 2nd ever visit) the food was ok so I’m Minded to rate it as average overall.

A very extensive menu well cooked food you can tell this is a good eating place due to the amount of customers always here.Speedy friendly service, clean, indoor and out side seating.. Pricing depends what you have I found prices ok.

First class all round. Always a warm, friendly welcome. Got to love a family run cafe. Food is served hot and fresh. Doubt you’d find better!

Good food, breafast really tasty and lunches are great value, really friendly atmosphere run by the same people for years and you can tell

I absolutely love this cafe. Its perfect. Food is superb and Pam and Costas are lovely people. Always promptly and politely served. SUPERB

Lovely and friendly with a nice greeting great breakfast and good value it’s nice to see a proper cafe and still running well if your passing you must eat there

very friendly and clean and prices very good for all sorts of food from brekkies to roasts and drinks nice to be able to sit outside too ,but can feel a bit cramped when busy

Visited here yesterday as it looked nice and was fairly quiet so had tables available, sat down ordered drinks and food. Was sat where i could see the kitchen well i was utterly disgusted by what i see, the male chef picked up RAW bacon and then without washing his hands continued to pick up the other breakfast items as well as other customers food including toast and tea cakes which he buttered. I cancelled my order straight away and explained why but they didnt seem to care, the person i was with decided to still have their food but in all that time of being there which was around 30 mins he never washed his hands once. Would stongly advise not going here if you care about basic hygeine

we have eaten here a few times in 2017 for breakfast only. the food was good old fashion fry up, tasty and cheap.

Happened upon this place in Ramsgates bustling centre. Nice vibe and smiley server welcomed me. Ordered Roast Lamb, food was hit and well presented, could have been a bit bigger portion size, but for the price I was happy. Then had Apple Pie and Ice Cream with a cup of tea. All for less than £9. Really good service.

Took my father there today for lunch. Have been going here for years always nice food and polite people. Im not sure if new people have taken over but i not go there again. I sat where we could see in the kitchen and the lady working there was touching food with her hands drainig water from veg on a plate using her had to stop veg falling off picking up chips from side and putting on plates rubbing her nose and not once were her hands washed. Im afraid i wont be visiting again as ive been going there for years

My partner and I had lunch here. They have an extensive menu. Staff were very friendly and efficient. Food was well presented and served hot. Restaurant was very clean, Excellent value. Would definitely eat here again if in the area.

Situado en el corazón del centro comercial de ramsgate, Pueblo Griil es el lugar perfecto pequeño y acogedor un buen resto de caminar y pida su comida. Dirigido por una familia agradable, tienes una sonrisa tan pronto como entras. Durante mi estancia de negocios en Ramsgate, TUVE 5 - 6 comidas para almuerzo (patatas fritas pescado n', chuleta de cerdo patatas - salat, desayuno inglés, salat, cerdo asado), todo en mi plato estaba en orden. Diario recién casero dulce! He notado que hay dos pequeñas mesas en la acera fuera de la tienda para la gente pasando por sólo por un muy rápido café o té, y un humo. Nada a la orden? No te preocupes, no todo el mundo pero normalmente!

No ningún muesli o productos orgánicos aquí! Pero tendrá una ganga frituras de pipping bien cocinada y caliente. La camarera era amable y servicial. Ella conocía todas las asiduas de nombre. Es un poco de un centro de la comunidad eran personas para una cerveza y un sándwich de tocino, así como un chat y una sonrisa. Me encantó el ambiente y disfrutamos de un poco de observar a la gente. Recomendado para una buena cura resaca. Gran hallazgo.

No probé el desayuno, pero he probado shepherds pie y torta de carne, ambos con patatas asadas y verduras. Comida deliciosa, un buen almuerzo. El cordero asado, parecía bueno también. Pueden probar que mañana. Los precios son realmente buenos como opuestos a la los lugares en frente al mar. Agradable y amable servicio

When visiting family in ramsgate we try to make a point of stopping in here. The food is more than acceptable and is justly priced. The main reason is because it is a friendly family run business. They are never phased when up to a...

We were looking for a place serving typical English breakfast in Ramsgate and we were not disappointed. It was very good, not expensive and the staff is really kind.

Comida perfecta en el corazón de la ciudad, se sirvió comida rápidamente y caliente y como siempre con una sonrisa. Juego para el día :).

Very simple food, well served and cooked to order. Served fresh and with a smile from the helpful staff. Good value for money. Will go back again for sure.

Staff are really friendly customers are always up for a chat food is freshly cooked and tasty very cheap also,well worth a visit

My partner and I moved to Ramsgate two years ago and wanted a regular place to eat breakfast, when we saw the name of the cafe it felt well astablished, inviting , warm.The owners smiled and greeted us as if we had been customers for years and asked with out delay what we would like. If we wanted to swap tomato for mushrooms it was done without fuss and waiting times were minimal.Value for money is amazing at the village grill, and they don't cut on quality as a result. The bacon has a grilled finish and the food and plate always is hot and stays hot as we eat. The coffee reminds me of what a real latte should be. Milky piping hot and in a deep mug, amazing for a winter day or pick me up in the summer.The owners are simply charming always a smile on their face and a friendly " ho hi welcome back, how you been"?They have a honest interest with their patrons making their customer service so amazing as a result, when we go to the village grill we are made to feel as friends not just customers.We now eat there 3-4 a week because of this and love it there Hungry ... try the village grill :)Thank you

My husband and I have been here a view times now. It's a great greasy Spoon, great value for money. I have had cheese on toast in the passed and my husband always has the big breakfast baguette bacon, eggs and mushrooms. It's not to greasy. Cooked to order and customer service is great. Very friendly with a great smile.

It's a cafe do not expect 5 star food, do expect good breakfasts, sandwiches and great service. Always time to chat with regular clients. Cheap prices.

We had our lunch today at this family run restaurant. Boys loved the Mixed Grill.Service was promt with good hospitality.

Awful. Terrible 'coffee' which was more like hot milk. Bland, unimaginative atmosphere. Rough, unprofessional, surly staff who argued with customers about the weather. One of the worse places I've ever had the misfortune to be.

If you are discerning enough to use TripAdvisor you are probably sensible enough to have avoided the Village Grill on Harbour Street in Ramsgate! My third and LAST visit there today went badly to say the least. I certainly did not expect to be joined without introduction or request by one of the regulars who made it clear by his demeanour that we were gate crashing his table. The owner`s comment when hearing from another customer, was something like `Oh,you can`t please everyone`- clearly her mantra and one which will ensure she continues to keep her standards low. Having moved table, ate my less than lovely breakfast, I was keen to pay up and get out. The last thing I needed was the owner to try and pull me further regarding my response to her question about how my food was when I answered with a shrug `it was ok`. ... Cornered with a response clearly required, I commented that moving tables half way through my breakfast had not helped. At which point she became very defensive claiming in a hurt and unprofessional manner `I didn't ask you to move tables-....Indeed she did not. But move tables I will, as there are plenty of brilliant breakfast outlets in Ramsgate:The Ship Shape, Belgian café and the Ramsgate cafés all offer great food, sensible management and to date I haven't met any rude customers!. Possibly the regulars who use the Village café are not so discerning....

This little place is great. In the middle of the high street. It opens early and you can get a filling breakfast with a drink for ynder £5. The service is good and you feel cared for. The staff are friendly and polite and will bend over backwards for you.Haven't been in for a lunch time or evening meal but I have been told they are also good.

Friendly staff always chatty and helpful, busy cafe good food and drinks at God prices. Very friendly and welcoming quick service

Traditional transport cafe in the centre of town. If all day breakfasts with mugs of tea or milky coffees are your thing then this is the place to go in Ramsgate

Very busy on a hot day.Had great double egg , sausage , bacon and chips.All freshly cooked and hot.Great price and quick.

At first I was doubtful about going into this café but I was proved wrong. Service was superb, staff were always busy and friendly. Food was very good and piping hot. If you want value for money this is the place to visit.

I have read some of the reviews for this cafe. All I can say is either they were in a different cafe than us or they are lying. My wife and I have been here a lot. The drinks are lovely. Of course the meals are served separate, if they were served at the same time, the first ones would be cold, then you would have something to complain about and there isn't that long to wait between them. All the staff are polite and very helpful. Yes, sometimes the table is dirty, but they always say sorry and soon clean it. All the food is well cooked and there is plenty of it. This is our local whenever we are in Ramsgate.

Great value great food, friendly staff... Fantastic cuppa good menu selection and cater for all types... Great value for money ..highly recommended

Some of the customers were quite specific about the amount of milk, or infusion of a tea bag they required, but this is no trouble here. You can upgrade to a full lunch such as shepherds pie, vegetables, and a sweet such as fruit salad and cream or ice cream. Negatives are that the carrots are a bit chewy, and the tables for doubles are a bit cramped, so you may nudge another diner or the wall. Friendly service and most are regulars. They have outlived McDonalds which is now a haberdashers!

Staff here are so very friendly! My mum and I were served incredibly quickly, something we don't find with other places. Plus, the staff made an amazing cup of tea, and everything on the menu is incredibly good value for money! Coming back soon!

We have visited Village Grill several times and never been disappointed and I know it has a good reputation locally. On this visit I had one of the breakfast choices (at lunch time), good quality ingredients (they use Heinz beans not catering ones for example!), lovely service and great value. They have a varied menu so plenty of choice. Highly recommended.

What can I say I've been eating at the village grill for years now and I've never once been disappointed. Love this place.

As I used to run the place but my brother and sister in law have taken over and the food and service are absolutely top class.Blooming delicious home cooked tasty food... need to be coming here daily The breakfast is my favourite yum yum

We always come to this lovely cafe, gorgeous food great value for money and the staff are so lovely. The atmosphere is very cheerful and calm. This cafe is the best in Ramsgate you always get a fantastic welcome and excellent customer service.

The café is run by friendly and chatty staff and seem to know many of their customers well. This café is in the centre of town and provides good fare at reasonable cost. I had a frothy and pleasant coffee for 90p and tea is 55p a cup - BARGAIN!!! My all day breakfast was quickly served and well-cooked. The tomatoes were fresh and the sausages had meat in them and the plate was filled - there was no scrimping with the amount given. It maybe time for a new carpet and a lick of paint on the walls if only to colour co-ordinate the interior, but that aside this comes recommended.

While visiting my Brother, who lives in Ramsgate, we went there on his recommendation. We were certainly not disappointed. My husband, brother and his friend had liver and bacon, I had Prawn jacket potato, they all loved their liver, and my jacket potato was full of king prawns and sauce, the potato had butter put on it before the filling (something most places do not do, leaving the potato dry), it was delicious, and very good value for money. We will definitely be going there again on our next holiday to Ramsgate

This cafe is superb, Lovely family who run it. Friendly welcome Love eating there. Worth every penny and minute spent there.

Ok so this morning my partner and i went in search of breakfast. We came across village grill and where to start..... The table was filthy the teapot was dusty and covered in grime and the cup still had previous users coffee and lipstick the woman who served us was short (rude) and lacked customer service skill will not be returning very very poor. Above all this there wasnt even an attempt of apology!

Visited this little cafe early doors and the breakfast was excellent with cheery service. If in Ramsgate and breakfast calls this is the place.

Came across this café on a recent day out in Ramsgate.I chose the all day breakfast, my wife chose burger and chips.Our drinks arrived promptly, but we waited a further 35 minutes for our food to be served to us.My toast was rock hard, like a brick for which I had to ask the waitress to change it, the mushrooms were dry and undercooked.My wifes burger was disappointing, a very cheap economy burger full of cereal, and tasted horrible.Overall, VERY disappointing lunch.Will not be returning in a hurry!

At the Village Grill the owner Nancy is very sweet and very welcoming! I've been using this cafe off and on since I was 15 years old, over 20 years! The food is lovely and when I've visited last time was with a good friend and we sat in the cafe for a good few hours having breakfast and coffee! It was very nice and chilled atmosphere as always thanks Nancy xx from Dawn Sellwood xxx

Fell into this today, what a wonderful place, perhaps one of the most honest places I have been too in a long time. It is what the menu describes a lovely place for brunch or lunch. It's too easy to bunch this type of place into the British cafe category but it's much more than that. Lovely collection of odd sized tables, lots of more senior diners tucking into good old English grub. We had steak pie, chips and peas,and it was a delight. Not the best pie we have ever eaten and not the best chips we have ever eaten but definitely the most honest food we have eaten in a long time. Will visit time and time again. A real gem of a place and priced to please anyone. Lunch for two with bread and butter and mugs of tea each for £9.00. A delight. Staff very friendly and helpful, smiling faces from front of house staff and interesting customers to overheat and chat to. This place,is the TRUTH.

My dad and i come here alot, the lady who owns the cafe is lovely very friendly and helpful like all the staff. The food is lovely nothing is 2 much trouble :)

Good choice of food. Great breakfasts, especially the bacon rolls.Good value and owners are friendly.

Sells food you'd want to eat with good prices. Inside seating mostly tables for 4 + 2 tables for 6 wooden chairs. Outside 3 metal table/chairs on path. Fresh flowers on tables & pots outside. Decoration is homely with bunting & local artists pictures for sale. Toilets - upstairs, quite a trek but solid hand rails both sides. Food arrived as described - so no quibble there. Staff have the old fashion "are you alright darling" quite earthy characters, but charming.

First visit here today, not impressed. It was clean. Young lad serving did well but my Dad had finished eating before the rest of us were served. Would have been nice to eat together. We weren't the only ones either, witnessed others having to eat separately. Bacon tasted like burger and my hot chocolate was made with water. Would have preferred to pay more for milk or at least been made aware it would be water so I could choose something else.

We found this lovely little cafe whilst on a long weekend in Ramsgate. Very homely and unpretentious. The menu is plentiful and a great choice of cooked breakfasts. Prices were very reasonable... a mug of tea for 55p! The food is all cooked fresh and delicious. The staff are very friendly and very efficient, especially the young lad who was there on Saturday (14 June), it was his first day but did a great job! We loved the place so much we went back again for breakfast on the Monday and we be making sure we visit every time we go to Ramsgate... the cafe is a little gem!

Friendly staff, maded you feel like a valued customer person ! Excellent breakfast don't need anything else all day Very reasonable priced Def make a well worth visit

The staff are all friendly and the food is always freshly cooked and really tasty. Pricing is good, too. I would definitely recommend this if you are after a nice lunch in friendly surroundings without all the faffing about!

This centrally placed café is certainly ultra friendly. If any future reviewer says "avoid" I would ask how come they have 50 Christmas cards from customers? I had the shepherds pie with roast, 3 veg and even a Yorkshire so my plate was full. Looked home cooked. The sweet I had was pineapple melba, but do not expect an elaborate confection with a teddy bear wafer - this is just ice cream scoops and pineapple rings. The bill with soft drink came to £7.05 so would suit Thanet pockets. A choice of grills, breakfasts , fish and chips and daily specials on the board outside made up the menu. An unpretentious place with waxed tablecloths and my title comes from the name of the Ceramics painting studio directly above. The boss said she has dozens of close and more distant relations but most were not there at the time, except an uncle!

Cannot give 'yes' to the best meals answer, as I have not had enough experience of all the types of meals they do. But the food is fresh, home cooked and very reasonably priced, with a cup of tea for 50p. Staff extremely friendly.