The White Swan Reading Street — Restaurant in Thanet

A true hidden gem. This is the pub you would want in your village if you could only have one pub. This is the pub that would make you want to move to a village. This is the pub that would make you want to move to Reading Street.

We wanted somewhere warm, comfortable, relaxed, serving well kept beer and good food on a busy Christmas shopping Saturday afternoon. Google maps yet again had the answer. Are you still serving food? Yes, until 8 pm. Do you have tables? Yes. Are you ok if we bring our dog. Yes. Brilliant. See you in a bit.

But what started as a lucky dip turned into an experience we won't forget. And will come back for as soon as we can.

No more spoilers though. If you like a great traditional pub, with a welcome like a huge hug, beer that's proper, and food that hits the spot, set this location in your sat nav. Lucky locals, that's...

IveI'frequented this establishment for nearly 35 years on and off, whilst being owned by a family concern that had been passed down. I was aware that it had been sold and was under relatively recent ownership. I attended the venue recently, and whilst the changes to decor are purely subjective, the attitude and demeanour of the owner/ landlord are not. He is rude, ignorant, and condescending it's no exaggeration to ask the question " why are you here and doing this?" When it's quite apparent that he doesn't want to be. Simple option is to vote with my feet, which is what I have done. I will not be returning. If any publican can operate a licenced premises in tge current economic climate, with such a poor attitude, don't be surprised when it's failed and...

I’ve never felt more comfortable in a pub. The staff are wonderful, great selection of drinks along with hearty food, a real home from home. The family who have taken over are a delight and have made what was once a rather intimidating experience, warm and friendly. Love this place, the beer garden is a...