A worldwide travel guide has picked out and small and quirky coffee shop in Deal as one of the must visits in the country.
Big 7 Travel compiles recommendations and general tips for people who are visiting different countries and cities.
One of their lists looks at the best coffee shops in England, and the Black Douglas in Beach Street has made 15th place.
It sits highly esteemed among other foodie outlets in trendy parts of London, Brighton and Bath in the west country.
It is the only cafe in Kent to be shortlisted.
So what makes this coffee shop so stand-out from others in Kent?
Big 7 says votes were cast in an online poll which was put out to its 1.5 million followers.
A panel of coffee experts were also approached.
Online reviews were taken into consideration, any media coverage and blogs also contributed to the overall rating, it said.
Big 7 says: "The final list is subjective – if we’ve missed out on any must-try coffee stores across England, please do let us know."
'The cakes are droolworthy'
Big 7 says the following about the Black Douglas: "This cosy, laid-back cafe sources all its ingredients from local producers, and the coffee here is as good as you’ll find in higher end speciality coffee shops.
"It’s charming and welcoming, and the cakes are so droolworthy you’ll be on your third cuppa before you know it."
Are reviewers as complimentary?
TripAdvisor rates the cafe four stars out of five, with reviewers gushing over its breakfast offering and the quirkiness of the interior.
The latest review, left just five days ago, said: "Really good veggie breakfast.
"The place has character and food was very tasty. The staff are lovely.
"I would recommend eating here.
"The main stay of the menu is eggs. However they do have a specials board."
Food and drink in Kent
Another from London added: "This is a great brunch place, very eclectic decor, friendly staff and good egg dishes.
"There is also a sandwich menu."
Many diners also spoke about the cafe's location, which overlooks the seafront and Deal Pier.
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