The Bloody Buoy Mary
£16.00
Celery salt, gherkin, crispy bacon & a rock oyster
The Bloody Buoy Mary
Celery salt, gherkin, crispy bacon & a rock oyster
Bloody Prawn Mary
Pickled onion, celery salt, olive & a King prawn
Bloody Ridiculous Mary
Crispy bacon, pickle, cherry tomato, celery, pickled onion, olive & lemon. Topped with an oyster, King prawn, beer battered pickle & crispy olive - Go on, we dare you
Bloody Vegan Mary
Cherry tomato, pickle & celery topped with a pickled wally, olive & vegan Worcestershire
Virgin Mary's
100% Taste 0% Alcohol
Sourdough Bread with English Butter
Baked by Steve Gadd at Staple Stores
Gordal Olives
Pitted Gordal olives marinated in house with guindilla chilli
Fried Pickles
Deep fried pickles served with gochujang mayonnaise
Padron Peppers
Extra virgin olive oil and Maldon salt
Kilhorne Bay Scampi
Tartare sauce & lemon
Carlingford Pacific Rock
The award winning Louët Feisser family based in Carlingford Lough. High exchange of water in tides provides essential nutrients, creating the unique sweet taste & high meat content of the Carlingford Oyster. Served with shallot vinegar, Tabasco & lemon
Maldon Rock
Sustainably grown and harvested from traditional oyster beds in the River Blackwater, Maldon, Essex. They have distinct flavour and meatiness inherent from the salt marshes where they are grown. Served with shallot vinegar, Tabasco & lemon
Cockles
Whelks
Shell-on Atlantic Prawns
Half Pint
John Ross Jnr Smoked Salmon
Lemon, caperberries & crème fraiche
Diver caught Scottish Scallop
Each. Garlic & herb with a lemon zest crumb
King Prawn
Each
Salt & Chilli Squid
Garlic aioli, fresh chilli & lime
New Season Tomatoes
Extra virgin olive oil, cashew nut pesto & aged balsamic vinegar. Add Whole Burrata +£5
Pil Pil Prawns
Peeled prawns in plenty of garlic & chilli butter
Scotch Egg Bhaji
Red onion & samphire bhaji wrapped hens egg deep fried & served with curry mayonnaise
Kentish Lamb Flatbread
Minced lamb with yoghurt, tahini, smashed cucumber & chickpea salad with fresh mint and parsley served with warm flatbread. Vegan alternative: roasted courgettes
Kentucky Fried Monkfish
Secret recipe seasoning, south coast monkfish, chicken fat mayo, burnt corn, crispy chicken skin, popcorn shoots & mizuna cress
Whole Local Crab
Served whole & chilled. Yuzu mayonnaise, samphire & lemon. Get stuck in!
Local Lobster
Half. Served grilled in the shell with garlic butter, charred lemon & skinny fries
Moules Mariniere
Rope Grown Mussels cooked in a shallot, garlic, parsley & white wine cream sauce
Palourde Clams
Shallot, parsley, garlic & white wine
Hot Seafood Platter
2x beer battered oysters, 250g Palourde clams, 250g Shetland mussels, 2x Rye Bay scallops in lemon zest crumb, 6x king prawns, Salt & chilli squid, Garlic mayonnaise, lemon & samphire
Chilled Seafood Platter
2x Carlingford rock oysters, South coast Cockles & Whelks, John Ross Jnr smoked salmon with herring roe, Classic Prawn Cocktail (Party like it's 1980s), Sourdough bread, lemon & samphire
Fisherman's Board
1/2 Local Lobster with garlic mayonnaise, 2x Grilled Scallops, 4x King Prawns, Skinny fries, Remoulade sauce. Pre-order recommended
Catch Of The Day
Whole fish caught by our trusted local fisherman
Local Skate Wing
Grilled lemon & foraged sea herbs
Fried Fish Katsu Burger
Battered hake fillet, baby gem lettuce, kimchi slaw, lime pickle in a brioche bun with skinny fries & katsu curry sauce. Vegan alternative: with deep fried tofu
Fish & Chips
Beer battered daily catch served with hand cut chips, mushy peas & house tartare sauce
Buoy Bowl
Salt & chilli squid, 4x king prawns served shell on & a miniature beer battered fish & chips with skinny fries, confit garlic aioli & lemon
For One
Cod, clams, mussels & prawns in a rich shellfish bisque with sweetcorn, chorizo & new potatoes. Served with toasted sourdough & aioli
To Share
Cod, clams, mussels & prawns in a rich shellfish bisque with sweetcorn, chorizo & new potatoes. Served with toasted sourdough & aioli
Buoy Burger
Prime British beef patty with vintage Cheddar rarebit, smoked bacon & red onion chutney, crisp baby gem lettuce on toasted brioche bun, beer battered onion rings served with skinny fries. Vegan alternative: plant-based patties available
Flame Grilled Peri-Peri Chicken
1/2 Roast chicken with Kimchi slaw, rocket & a pineapple & jalapeño salsa
Bavette Steak
Hand-cut chips, rocket salad & peppercorn sauce
Classic Caesar
Baby gem lettuce, anchovies, aged Parmesan, crispy bacon & sourdough croutons. Add grilled chicken £4.50
80s Throwback Prawn Cocktail
Bloody Mary sauce, lettuce & king prawns. Additional king prawns £3.75 each
Smoked Mackerel Salad
New season potato, beetroot, hot horseradish, shaved fennel & lemon rapeseed dressing. Vegan alternative: summer courgette, vegan feta & mint
Linguine con Vongole
Palourde clams, rich garlic, parsley & white wine
King Prawn & Chilli Pappardelle
Cherry tomatoes, garlic, lime & basil butter
Cashew Nut Pesto Gnocchi
Heritage tomatoes, cashew nut crumb & extra virgin oil
Hand Cut Chips
with Maldon salt
Skinny Fries
Caesar Wedge
Gem lettuce, Caesar dressing, aged Parmesan, sourdough croutons & anchovies. Add burrata £3.50
New Season Potatoes
with minted butter
Samphire
Tenderstem Broccoli
with cashew nut crumb
The Buoy and Oyster, located at 44 High St, Margate CT9 1DS, offers a distinctive menu that beautifully blends coastal charm with gourmet sophistication. Known for its fresh seafood and contemporary takes on classic British dishes, this restaurant is a local gem for those seeking high-quality, flavorful meals in a relaxed yet stylish setting.
The menu at Buoy and Oyster highlights an impressive range of options that cater to a variety of tastes. The star of the show is undoubtedly the seafood, with standout dishes like the pan-seared scallops and the fresh fish of the day, which is always sourced locally. For those seeking something heartier, the hearty fish and chips with a crisp batter is a must-try. The use of seasonal ingredients ensures that each dish feels fresh and reflective of the surrounding environment.
Additionally, the menu offers a delightful selection of plant-based options, ensuring that vegetarians and vegans have plenty to choose from. A standout is the roasted aubergine, a dish that is packed with flavor and skillfully cooked. The desserts are also worth noting, especially the indulgent sticky toffee pudding, which is a favorite among regulars.
One thing that sets Buoy and Oyster apart from its competitors in Margate is its dedication to quality, not only in terms of food but also in its presentation and service. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, with a welcoming team that makes dining here an experience, rather than just a meal. Whether you're stopping in for a quick bite or enjoying a leisurely dinner, the Buoy and Oyster menu offers something for every palate, with exceptional quality that keeps guests returning for more.