OHOla Hola
A Canterbury Sanctuary

Afro-Caribbean Soul & Social Dining in Canterbury

Authentic flavors, wood-fire spiced meats, rich jollof notes, and an unhurried lounge atmosphere. Discover slow-crafted hospitality at 10C Burgate, crafted for communal joy and shared stories.

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10CHistoric Burgate
2 FloorsLounge & Dining
HandcraftedArtisanal Plates
location_on10C Burgate, Canterbury CT1 2HG
scheduleCurrent Hours: Contact us for current hours
Curated Gastronomy

Featured Culinary Plates

Every dish is an homage to regional spice traditions, smoke, and unhurried preparation. Explore signature compositions crafted for communal feasting.

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Suya spiced ribeye cut seasoned with authentic West African peanut spice blend, served alongside smooth creamy cassava mash and rich charred red bell pepper reduction on artisanal pottery.
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Suya Spiced Ribeye

£24.50

Tender ribeye steak marinated in roasted suya spices, accompanied by creamy cassava mash and a charred bell pepper glaze.

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Slow simmered Caribbean goat curry in deep fragrant spiced brown gravy, paired with aromatic steaming basmati rice, sweet golden caramelized fried plantain wedges, and fresh herbs.
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Slow-Simmered Goat Curry

£21.00

Tender boneless mutton slow-braised for hours in warm island spices, served alongside fragrant spiced rice and golden fried sweet plantain.

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Charred whole jerk seabass filet with crispy skin, brushed with allspice glaze and topped with a vibrant diced mango and scotch bonnet relish with lime.
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Charred Jerk Seabass

£22.50

Pan-crisped seabass glazed in house jerk marinade, accented with a vibrant tropical scotch-bonnet mango relish.

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Intimate candlelit dining lounge setting inside historic Canterbury brick building with patrons conversing naturally over cocktails and shared small plates, warm amber lighting with lush indoor greenery.
Heritage & Philosophy

A Canterbury Gathering Place

Ola Hola was born from a desire to bring the unhurried warmth of West African and Caribbean dinner gatherings to the historic heart of Canterbury. For generations, meals in our heritage have been slow affairs: communal celebrations where dishes arrive unpretentiously at the center of the table and conversation stretches into the evening.

Set within the storied perimeter of 10C Burgate, we harmonize the pulse of Afro-Caribbean hospitality with the layered architecture of the city. We reject rushed turnaround times, inviting guests to explore layered spice rubs, rich jollof reductions, and handcrafted cocktails made to linger over.

restaurantThoughtful Sourcing
groupsUnhurried Hospitality
music_noteAcoustic Lounge
Host Your Celebrations

Intimate Gatherings, Birthdays & Milestones

From lively family banquets on the upper level to intimate private dining in our lounge alcoves, we curate bespoke menus and hospitality tailored to your occasion.

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Find Us In Canterbury

Visit Ola Hola

Positioned on historic Burgate, just steps away from Canterbury Cathedral precincts. We welcome neighborhood walkers, travelers, and dining enthusiasts.

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10C Burgate

Canterbury, Kent CT1 2HG

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Every reservation at Ola Hola is treated as a personal request. Our team verifies table availability and special dining notes manually before sending confirmation, ensuring a bespoke dining setting.

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storefrontBurgate Sanctuary

Easily accessible via Canterbury East and Canterbury West rail links. Nearby public parking at Queningate.

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