Annapurna Nepalese Restaurant (Folkestone)

Walk into Annapurna and you'll clock the kind of place that doesn't need to shout about itself. It's tucked away on Cheriton Place, doing honest, flavourful Nepalese food without the theatre. The menu reads like a love letter to the Himalayas—think steaming bowls of dal, perfectly spiced meat curries, and momos that arrive at your table still warm from the steamer. The room itself is straightforward: decent lighting, friendly staff who actually know what they're talking about, and a vibe that's equally welcoming whether you're here solo with a beer or bringing the whole crew. This isn't fine dining posturing; it's the kind of spot where locals keep coming back because the food's genuinely brilliant and the prices won't leave you skint.