Powell

Powell is a long-established pub in Birchington, near Margate, with a more polished feel than a purely drink-led local. It balances food, atmosphere and a sense of occasion, with a contemporary-meets-traditional interior, outdoor seating and a reopened restaurant. Dogs are welcome inside, so nobody needs to do the pavement-waiting shuffle while someone else orders.

Recent listings describe it as having a useful middle ground for visitors who want somewhere that still feels like a pub but can also handle lunch, dinner or a slightly more dressed-up stop. The long history in the village adds to the sense of a place that knows what it's doing.

A solid option for an easy meal-and-drinks pause with your dog beside you, whether you're passing through or making it part of a longer Thanet day out.