Horse & Groom

You'll find the Horse & Groom tucked away on Charlotte Court, away from the seafront chaos but close enough to town that it feels accessible. It's the sort of place where locals actually drink—not Instagram-bait, just solid pub craft. The bar stocks proper ales alongside the standards, and the kitchen does straightforward, unpretentious food that hits the spot without faffing about. Expect wood-panelled walls, friendly staff who know your name by the second visit, and enough character to remind you why neighbourhood pubs still matter in places like Ramsgate.