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The Lift Cafe — Restaurant in Folkestone and Hythe District

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The Lift Cafe
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Nearby attractions
The Folkestone Leas Lift
Lower Sandgate Rd, Folkestone CT20 1PR, United Kingdom
Parish Church of St Mary & St Eanswythe, Folkestone
Church St, Folkestone CT20 1SW, United Kingdom
Lower Leas Coastal Park
Lower Sandgate Rd, Folkestone CT20 2JP, United Kingdom
Zig Zag Path
Lower Sandgate Rd, Folkestone CT20, Lower Sandgate Rd, Folkestone CT20 2EB, United Kingdom
Folkestone Beach
Folkestone, United Kingdom
Folkestone 51 - skatepark, climbing wall & boxing gym
F51, Tontine St, Folkestone CT20 1SD, United Kingdom
Folkestone Harbour Arm
Harbour Approach Rd, Folkestone CT20 1QH, United Kingdom
The Folkestone Mermaid
The Stade, Folkestone CT19 6NN, United Kingdom
Nearby restaurants
Aspendos Folkestone
6, Aspen House, Folkestone CT20 1TH, United Kingdom
Gurkha house
13-15 West Terrace, Folkestone CT20 1RR, United Kingdom
Kazoku
1 The Leas, Folkestone CT20 2DR, United Kingdom
Sunshine Folkestone Bistro
63 Sandgate Rd, Folkestone CT20 1RY, United Kingdom
KFC Folkestone - Sandgate Road
88 Sandgate Rd, Folkestone CT20 2AA, United Kingdom
Papa's Fish Restaurant and Takeaway
110 Sandgate Rd, Folkestone CT20 2BW, United Kingdom
JB Sushi Bar
71 Sandgate Rd, Folkestone CT20 2AF, United Kingdom
VIET STREET
78 Sandgate Rd, Folkestone CT20 2AA, United Kingdom
Annapurna Nepalese Restaurant (Folkestone)
15 Cheriton Pl, Folkestone CT20 2AY, United Kingdom
Le Cafe Ganmac
121 Sandgate Rd, Folkestone CT20 2BL, United Kingdom
Nearby hotels
The Southcliff Hotel
22-26 The Leas, Folkestone CT20 2DY, United Kingdom
Folkestone - The Grand Burstin Hotel
The Harbour, Marine Parade, Folkestone CT20 1TX, United Kingdom
Pure Abodes Serviced Accommodation, Folkestone Kent
8 Cheriton Pl, Folkestone CT20 2AZ, United Kingdom
Portland Hotel
2-4 Langhorne Gardens, Folkestone CT20 2EA, United Kingdom
10 to 12 Folkestone
10-12 Langhorne Gardens, Folkestone CT20 2EA, United Kingdom
Stay2a Boutique Rooms
2a Bouverie Rd W, Folkestone CT20 2RX, United Kingdom
OYO Gran Canaria Hotel
4-9 Marine Parade, Folkestone CT20 1PX, United Kingdom
The View Hotel Folkestone, a member of Radisson Individuals
30-32 Clifton Rd, Folkestone CT20 2EF, United Kingdom
Merchant39
39 Bouverie Rd W, Folkestone CT20 2SZ, United Kingdom
Kentmere Guest House
Chandos Guest House, 76 Cheriton Rd, Folkestone CT20 1DG, United Kingdom
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The Lift Cafe
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The Lift Cafe

The Leas Lift Funicular Railway, Lower Sandgate Rd, Folkestone CT20 1PR, United Kingdom
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attractions: The Folkestone Leas Lift, Parish Church of St Mary & St Eanswythe, Folkestone, Lower Leas Coastal Park, Zig Zag Path, Folkestone Beach, Folkestone 51 - skatepark, climbing wall & boxing gym, Folkestone Harbour Arm, The Folkestone Mermaid, restaurants: Aspendos Folkestone, Gurkha house, Kazoku, Sunshine Folkestone Bistro, KFC Folkestone - Sandgate Road, Papa's Fish Restaurant and Takeaway, JB Sushi Bar, VIET STREET, Annapurna Nepalese Restaurant (Folkestone), Le Cafe Ganmac
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Nearby attractions of The Lift Cafe

The Folkestone Leas Lift

Parish Church of St Mary & St Eanswythe, Folkestone

Lower Leas Coastal Park

Zig Zag Path

Folkestone Beach

Folkestone 51 - skatepark, climbing wall & boxing gym

Folkestone Harbour Arm

The Folkestone Mermaid

The Folkestone Leas Lift

The Folkestone Leas Lift

4.3

(16)

Open 24 hours
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Parish Church of St Mary & St Eanswythe, Folkestone

Parish Church of St Mary & St Eanswythe, Folkestone

4.6

(52)

Open 24 hours
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Lower Leas Coastal Park

Lower Leas Coastal Park

4.7

(1.2K)

Open 24 hours
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Zig Zag Path

Zig Zag Path

4.9

(48)

Open 24 hours
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Nearby restaurants of The Lift Cafe

Aspendos Folkestone

Gurkha house

Kazoku

Sunshine Folkestone Bistro

KFC Folkestone - Sandgate Road

Papa's Fish Restaurant and Takeaway

JB Sushi Bar

VIET STREET

Annapurna Nepalese Restaurant (Folkestone)

Le Cafe Ganmac

Aspendos Folkestone

Aspendos Folkestone

4.6

(612)

$$

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Gurkha house

Gurkha house

4.4

(166)

Open until 10:00 PM
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Kazoku

Kazoku

4.6

(182)

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Sunshine Folkestone Bistro

Sunshine Folkestone Bistro

4.5

(316)

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Kevin BKevin B
A Hidden Gem in Folkestone – Quirky Charm & Delicious Food! I recently visited The Lift Cafe in Folkestone and was completely charmed by its quirky, characterful vibe. Tucked away in a unique setting, it has a cozy, eclectic atmosphere that instantly makes you feel at home. From the vintage decor to the friendly, welcoming staff, everything about the place felt thoughtful and full of personality. The food was absolutely delicious – fresh, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. Whether you're after a hearty brunch or a lighter bite, the menu has something for everyone. You can tell a lot of care goes into both the ingredients and the preparation. It’s the kind of place that makes you want to linger a little longer, soaking in the ambiance. A true hidden gem in Folkestone – I’ll definitely be back!
C BryanC Bryan
Lovely cafe run by hard-working, cheerful young people at the lower terminus of the disgracefully neglected, non-running Leas Lift. Directly opposite are the impending shi-shi blocks of flats blocking views of the beach, whose megaprofits - if developers have any conscience - must restore the charming and increasingly essential Leas Lift to full function. After all, how will the gilded residents of uncertain demographic reach the town? Great idea to have a 2ndhand bookshelf in the cafe. Thoroughly recommend a simple snack and a walk along the nearby Country Park.
Andy WrightAndy Wright
Been to this fantastic café twice now and both times were great service, incredible food and drinks in cosy surroundings. Proper excellent coffee - very good dirty chai (chai latte with shot of coffee). The cheese toasties are absolutely amazing, all of them are delicious and come with sweet pickled pears. The cafe is an old funicular station with comfy seating and you can also sit in the old carriages. Staff are friendly and accommodating. Highly recommended, a real gem if you're in Folkstone.
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A Hidden Gem in Folkestone – Quirky Charm & Delicious Food! I recently visited The Lift Cafe in Folkestone and was completely charmed by its quirky, characterful vibe. Tucked away in a unique setting, it has a cozy, eclectic atmosphere that instantly makes you feel at home. From the vintage decor to the friendly, welcoming staff, everything about the place felt thoughtful and full of personality. The food was absolutely delicious – fresh, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. Whether you're after a hearty brunch or a lighter bite, the menu has something for everyone. You can tell a lot of care goes into both the ingredients and the preparation. It’s the kind of place that makes you want to linger a little longer, soaking in the ambiance. A true hidden gem in Folkestone – I’ll definitely be back!
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Lovely cafe run by hard-working, cheerful young people at the lower terminus of the disgracefully neglected, non-running Leas Lift. Directly opposite are the impending shi-shi blocks of flats blocking views of the beach, whose megaprofits - if developers have any conscience - must restore the charming and increasingly essential Leas Lift to full function. After all, how will the gilded residents of uncertain demographic reach the town? Great idea to have a 2ndhand bookshelf in the cafe. Thoroughly recommend a simple snack and a walk along the nearby Country Park.
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Been to this fantastic café twice now and both times were great service, incredible food and drinks in cosy surroundings. Proper excellent coffee - very good dirty chai (chai latte with shot of coffee). The cheese toasties are absolutely amazing, all of them are delicious and come with sweet pickled pears. The cafe is an old funicular station with comfy seating and you can also sit in the old carriages. Staff are friendly and accommodating. Highly recommended, a real gem if you're in Folkstone.
Andy Wright

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5.0
24w

A Hidden Gem in Folkestone – Quirky Charm & Delicious Food!

I recently visited The Lift Cafe in Folkestone and was completely charmed by its quirky, characterful vibe. Tucked away in a unique setting, it has a cozy, eclectic atmosphere that instantly makes you feel at home. From the vintage decor to the friendly, welcoming staff, everything about the place felt thoughtful and full of personality.

The food was absolutely delicious – fresh, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. Whether you're after a hearty brunch or a lighter bite, the menu has something for everyone. You can tell a lot of care goes into both the ingredients and the preparation.

It’s the kind of place that makes you want to linger a little longer, soaking in the ambiance. A true hidden gem in Folkestone – I’ll...

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5.0
1y

One of the best brunch eateries in Folkestone!

Lovely staff, location, building and a subtle but classy take on traditional dishes.

Fine coffee, cakes, premo ice-cream tubs and a healthy selection for breakfast/ brunch/ lunch.

The sausage rolls are great for on the go. My favourite is the bacon, brie and chilli jam. It comes with a few pickled pairs which adds a level of depth to the fried aspects of the toasted bread. Hearty and flavoursome.

Seating outside, or inside, a great place to wonder by for drinks, snacks or a satisfying meal.

This venue along with Loaf in Sandgate makes excellent fueling stations for a coastal blitz...

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4.0
3y

Lovely cafe run by hard-working, cheerful young people at the lower terminus of the disgracefully neglected, non-running Leas Lift. Directly opposite are the impending shi-shi blocks of flats blocking views of the beach, whose megaprofits - if developers have any conscience - must restore the charming and increasingly essential Leas Lift to full function. After all, how will the gilded residents of uncertain demographic reach the town? Great idea to have a 2ndhand bookshelf in the cafe. Thoroughly recommend a simple snack and a walk along the nearby...

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