24/06/2025
*A Message from Dr Legumes*
It is with great sadness in our hearts that we share this announcement.
As an integral part of Folkestone’s growing food scene, it has become increasingly difficult for us to shoulder the rising costs of keeping our beloved space running, let alone realise the continued growth and development we had hoped for.
This is not a challenge unique to Dr Legumes, but one that spans the entire hospitality industry, and at a time when we know our customers are also feeling the financial strain. With this in mind, and in the face of ongoing increases in operational costs, we’ve made the difficult decision to wind down our restaurant operations.
But it’s not quite goodbye just yet! You’ll still have the opportunity to dine with us this coming weekend, Thursday to Sunday (26th–29th June 2025), as we close this beautiful chapter in our journey.
Over the past 10 years, we’ve been privileged to cook for you, engage with marginalised groups in our community, and serve the local food education landscape. It’s been an unforgettable journey! From our humble beginnings at the Harbour Arm waiting rooms, to converting shipping containers into a full restaurant, a brief pop-up on the Old High Street, and finally and our beloved Rendezvous space in the heart of town.
To the “Friends of Dr Legumes”, every customer, supplier and supporter who’s walked this path with us, THANK YOU. Your support has meant the world to us.
This isn’t a final farewell, but rather a pause to reflect and reimagine how we can continue to contribute to Folkestone’s vibrant and evolving food culture.
We hope you’ll join us in celebrating everything we’ve created together. Let’s make our last weekend one to remember.
With love and gratitude,
Lee, Jim and the Dr Legumes Team🌱
