On one of Gillingham’s old streets you’ll find South Street Kitchen – an urban restaurant contrasting with its historic surrounds. You’ll smell it before you see it; tempting aromas linger in the air. Inside, the industrial, rustic interior is
comfy yet cool, with blackboards, leather seats and filament light bulbs adding to the energetic atmosphere. The buzz of appreciative customers – both local and newcomers – fills the room and makes for an exciting dining experience.
Specialising in cooking with coal, wood and smoke, the chefs have created a menu filled with juicy burgers, 30-day-dry-aged steaks, baby ribs and deliciouswood-fired flatbreads – all of which are cooked in the open kitchen. There are
also crispy burritos packed with flavour and piled with guacamole and salsa, grilled chilli squid, and mac ‘n’ cheese to choose from. If you’re feeling fancy, they offer a five-course tasting session, including pigs’ cheek yakotori with Asian
slaw, and wines to suit each course. Staff are warm and discreet, leaving you to share secrets over your food and laugh along with friends. Accompany your meal with a selection of UK craft beers, cocktails and wines that please the crowds.
Finish with a tipple in the spacious garden where you can play mini croquet, listen to live musicians and watch the sun go down.