My wife and I ate here while visiting Canterbury and had an amazing, memorable time. We had a drink in the champagne bar before hand where they then served us with our appetisers before taking us through to the restaurant. Having chosen the 6-7 course taster menu I asked for some advice with the wine and the somellier was excellent.... more

I recently went to the restaurant with my partner and her parents. My partner and I had been previously and had enjoyed a fantastic tasting menu about 6 months ago after which I would have said it was a great restaurant with mouth watering food, a good sommeilier, attentice staff and a nice vibe. It's at the more expensive end... more

Food is out of this world. Service is formal yet friendly. The wine list is phenomenal! Luckily the somilier is very knowledgeable. Perfect place for a special occasion. more

Great food and well made. Service is horrendously slow though. Also on the pricey side. more

We had visited Abode earlier this year and were disappointed with the service but the food was excellent so we decided to give it another try, this time with some friends on 31st July 2008. At first I thought we were in for the same "poor" service when we entered the champagne bar where all the tables for 4 were... more

Despite the Hotel trying it's utmost to ruin our evening, Michael Caines Restaurant in the Abode Hotel served us with a wonderful dining experience. We needed perking up after the Hotel's antics with our booking so we decided on the Tasting Menu. What a treat ! Every dish was superb with excellent wine and excellent service. can thoroughly recommend the... more

Great food, service was on the slow side. more

The food was exquisite, beautifully presented - can't wait to go back. more