Folkestone’s Neighbourhood Foodie Spot.

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Marleys:

By Mark & Charly

Marleys is an independent bistro in the heart of Folkestone’s Creative Quarter, founded by Mark and Charly in 2018.

We’re known for our bustling weekend brunches, and we also serve lunch and dinner from Wednesday to Saturday.

Marleys is built around one simple idea: food should feel like home, but taste unforgettable.

We work closely with local Kentish farmers and producers to keep everything fresh, seasonal, and full of flavour.

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The Food You Crave.

A plated dish with grilled chicken on top of roasted potatoes, garnished with microgreens, served on a rustic table with glassware, napkin, and a menu nearby, with large indoor green plants in the background.

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Vouchers may be emailed, printed or posted.

“The food is always delicious, and the staff are so friendly and helpful. It’s a lovely atmosphere for a date night or a catch up with friends.

…A real gem in Folkestone.”

What you need to know.

  • Book tables of up to 14 guests online here.

    For larger groups or special requests, please call us (we don’t take bookings by email or social media).

    Groups of 7+ in December will be treated as Christmas celebrations with crackers, festive touches, and a winter-inspired seasonal menu (unless you tell us otherwise).

    Our Christmas menu launches 1st October and will be sent to all December bookings. We’ll contact groups of 7+ for pre-orders 30 days before their date.

    A £10pp deposit applies to all group bookings in December (deducted from your bill).

    Smaller bookings don’t pay a deposit, but we do securely hold card details, and our usual 24-hour cancellation/amendment policy applies.

  • Monday-Tuesday (closed)

    Wednesday-Friday 12:00-22:00

    Saturday 09:30-22:30

    Sunday 09:30-15:00

  • BREAKFAST

    Saturday 09:30-11:15

    Sunday 09:30-13:45

    LUNCH

    Wednesday-Saturday 12:00-15:15

    ​DINNER

    Wednesday-Saturday 17:00-21:00

  • We take reservations online for dinner. Breakfast and lunch are walk-in only (no rule-bending on that one).

    We do not take deposits but we do hold card details. We have a strict cancellation policy with a £10pp fee for amendments or cancellations within 24hr of your reservation time, or 48hr for large groups.

  • Our Terrace is open seasonally. It is lightly covered and heated but weather-dependent. It is the only area you can dine with pets. We cannot honour reservations outside if it rains, so we do not take bookings for the Terrace.

  • Our Lounge is open daily. A cosy spot for coffee, cake, and light bites by day - it transforms into a relaxed space for cocktails and nibbles in the evening. Dogs are welcome here during the daytime. We do not serve the main menu’s in the Lounge.

  • Marleys welcomes everyone with open arms. We are wheelchair accessible and have inclusive loo’s.

    We’re in the town centre and by the harbour. We have a bus stop just outside, and we’re opposite Tram Road public car park.

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