No.1 Whitstable

Welcome to No. 1 Whitstable, now proudly certified by Circular Kitchens and a Founding Member of Circular Kitchens. Our certification marks a significant milestone in our journey towards sustainability and environmental stewardship.

At No. 1, we are committed to going plastic-free, embracing ecological practices, sourcing local ingredients, and striving for zero waste. Our partnership with Circular Kitchens supports and enhances our efforts, ensuring that we remain at the forefront of sustainable dining.

Join us for a meal that not only delights your taste buds but also supports a greener planet. Discover how we are redefining dining with innovative, eco-friendly practices, and be part of a community that values and promotes environmental sustainability and ecological farming with every meal.

Going Plastic Free

  ⭐ We have replaced all single-use plastics with sustainable alternatives. ✅

  ⭐⭐ We use large refill sizes for all consumables and non-consumables. ✅

  ⭐⭐ We avoid all soaps and cleaning products containing microplastics and toxic chemicals. ✅

  ⭐⭐⭐ We pledge to avoid as far as possible all single use plastics upon deliveries from suppliers

Being Ecological

  ⭐ We pledge to keep track the organic/ecological status of all our input. 

  ⭐ We treat staff fairly and support the community. ✅

  ⭐⭐ We have increased organic/ecological inputs over time and source responsibly/ethically. ✅

  ⭐⭐⭐ We communicate the organic/ecological status of your food and beverages on our menu. ✅

Buying Local

  ⭐ We pledge to track the region of origin of all our inputs. 

  ⭐⭐ We have increased the local/regional content of all our inputs over time. ✅

  ⭐⭐⭐ We communicate the region of origin of our food and beverages on our menu. ✅

Reaching Zero Waste

  ⭐ We pledge to reduce food waste to the minimum. 

  ⭐ We recycle waste and recycle or refurbish our equipment, furniture & fittings upon disposal (divert from landfill)✅

  ⭐⭐ We are energy & water efficient and use renewable electricity. ✅

  ⭐⭐⭐ We pledge to calculate our carbon emissions, reduce our footprint & invest in reliable carbon projects.