I know I say this every time I visit one of the Ginger restaurants but seeing as I have now visited…read morethem all I've finally made my decision on my favourite and it's definitely got to be the Fox. It's such a lovely setting, in a beautiful old thatched house in the middle of nowhere. (Hassocks but you'd need to drive or take a taxi from the town or station). I'm hot on my mood lighting and they had it lit perfectly in here, it felt proper dreamy. The staff are so pleasant, our beautiful waitress couldn't do enough for us and spoke to us like we were old friends. Before we sat down at our table, we decided to have a drink in the big comfy seats by the bar first which settled us in nicely. They don't offer much cider wise but have some tasty draught beers. We were seated and opted for a bottle of Malbec. The starters came out quickly and looked to die for. I opted for the crispy pigs head which was delicious, set off by the langoustine that had been brushed with rosemary. Unfortunately, I found a small hair on my plate but after still demolishing the food and discreetly telling the waitress, the chef offered me a complimentary pudding. Winning. For main course I opted for the guinea fowl which was hands down one of the best dishes I've ever had the pleasure of eating. Mouth-wateringly moist (ew sorry - I hate that word but there is no other way to describe it) with shredded wing meat in a crispy breadcrumb coating which added a dynamic texture, butternut squash purée, artichoke fondants and a morel jus... WOWEEE. An excellent combination - I was distraught to finish it. I rounded off the evening with a cheeseboard - the exquisite Balcombe Blue made another appearance which I was chuffed about, finished with Irish coffee and truffles. BOOM. OUSSHHH. If only there was a stretcher and a big fluffy bed upstairs to carry me into! I think they should definitely turn it into an Inn too. Gorgeous evening, will hopefully be back VERY soon! Recommend it for birthdays and cosy celebrations.

I have had many friends rant and rave about the ginger fox for a long time and was thoroughly…read morelooking forward to finally going. However my expectations disappointed me a little. The food was nice but not the quality i had expected. The staff were polite and helpful and well presented. The decor was just how i had imagined, however a little un-kept (rusty windows with a draft although it was closed) but i suppose that's the cottage feel! I think if i hadn't walked in with such high expectations due to friends comments i may have given 4 stars.

With its beautiful roof of Norfolk reeds and oak beams, this pub really is a charming place to head…read morefor a nice long lunch on a warm day. There's a huge garden to accommodate large groups and there's plenty of room inside the place too. The staff and owners are really friendly and can't do enough to make you feel welcome. Food wise, I can't recommend the steaks enough here. They source the meat locally and you can tell the difference in the flavour. The Sirloins are fantastic and the chef really knows how to cook it to order (you'd be surprised how many don't. Perfect place to head to on a sunny Sunday afternoon.

The Thatched Inn will always hold a little place in my heart. Aside from the great impression it…read moremakes on pulling into the car park, due to the exceptionally maintained thatched roof, it is the 'pubiness' that makes it a winner. Located on the fringes of Hassocks and overlooking a beautiful stretch of Sussex countryside (great for a post Sunday roast walk to preserve the waistline!), the pub has the advantage of space that Brighton establishments sometimes lack. You would be hard pressed not to find a parking space and the same applies to seating within. The pub provides a cozy bar including a pool table if you fancy stopping by for a swift pint, the 'Keymer' bar for a more relaxed beverage and a large, yet homely dining area if you have come to eat. I will come back to the food in a minute. In the summer, the expansive secluded garden is perfect for children to bomb about, or for those summer nights when the weather is pleasant (of course, a bit hit and miss in this country!). The menu is wide ranging (check the website for a current list of dishes) and offers traditional, quality pub food. A lot of the produce is locally sourced and cooked to order. Sometimes this does mean that you wait a little longer for your meal, but the wait is worth it in such a nice environment. This is a great pub to consider for a Sunday roast, especially if you live in Brighton and have access to a car. They will happily take bookings and also cater for private parties in the dining area. I would have liked to see a wider range of ales on tap, but they do try and keep a local brew or two in rotation. Aside from that, expect your regular range of alcoholic tipples on offer. Many moons ago, in my youth we used to walk to the Thatched from Burgess Hill for our Friday drinking sessions and I would still make that walk! I guess the one negative is the location if you are without transport, but if you do make the pilgrimage from the station, I believe you will be glad that you did.

Well worth a visit, if you are in the area. We did, as we were staying with family on the Keymer…read moreRoad. It has to said, "aren't we glad we did". Excellent food, and at a good price. The staff were brilliant, friendly, helpful and totally charming. Could be classed as a Super Pub, as they can cater for just about everything....look them up. Not a problem getting there, or parking when you do. Sunday Roast recommended

Fab Sunday lunches. Sky tv and bt sport. Full menu lunchtimes and basket meals in the evenings…read more Large function great for parties with its own bar. Large garden with kids play area.

Its a bit tricky finding this place but it is a real hidden gem. Great pub food and really nice…read moreatmosphere all round. It dates back to the 1800s and used to be two pubs that were knocked into one so plenty of room for people throughout. The last time I ate there for lunch I had the Tuna Nicoise Salad which came loaded with nice big chunks of char-grilled tuna. We had a bottle of Rioja Blanco to go with it and it was excellent. Nice big garden that would suit a large group looking for a spacious place to enjoy a sunny Sunday lunch!

This pub is absolutely fantastic and is a true traditional English pub with no annoying slot…read moremachines! Great selection of ever changing ales and a discount for members of CAMERA like me. The food was excellent and nicely presented. Nice garden and friendly staff. I would highly recommend this pub to everyone - even those that have kids and dogs as they both seemed to be equally welcome.

The Ginger Fox is the third of the Gingerman establishments and in my opinion the best by far. Its…read morelocated not far from Brighton in a beautiful old thatch roofed pub. The food is out of this world as you can expect from any of the Ginger places but when enjoyed in surroundings like this, it really is hard to beat. I took my wife there for dinner recently and ate probably the best steak in my life - ribeye with dripping chips. I'd expect to pay a lot more for food this good.

Had Sunday roast here yesterday. Not worth the £15 charged…read more One slice of beef, cold old burnt yourshire pudding and some veg with a tiny amount of gravy. You'd think at these prices they would at least make fresh yourshire puds. James must have got lucky or I must have been unlucky, either way, it's not worth more than they charge. The Gingerman in Norfolk Sqare is outstanding, no complaints there, Gingerman at Drakes is a little more expensive and not as good quality, Ginger Pig isn't bad but they use a microwave for some dishes, I've yet to try the newest establishment 'The Ginger Dog'

Great pub just on the Burgess Hill - Goddards Green border. Being a little further out of town, you…read moreget a few more grown-up customers in here as opposed to the high chav factor in the center of town. They do a good job keeping the locals happy here with regular pool and darts competitions and a brilliant quiz night. The bar is well stocked and has some great real ales on offer. If you fancy a nice friendly boozer to sit and chat with a group of friends, I'd definitely bring them here as opposed to somewhere in town.

The Hog's head is one of the main Friday and Saturday night pubs in the town. It can get a bit…read morerowdy from time to time and there will always be a couple of bouncers floating about on the weekend shifts. The drinks are a mix of largers and a few ales on tap and your expected wines and spirits. You can get cheap bottles of wine i you are on a budget. They have a pool table out back and serve a range of regular pub grub like sausage and mash. The food is passable, but not particularly exceptional. Still, you can get a meal and a pint for about a fiver at certain times, so I guess you pay for what you get. They show a lot of the big sport events and have ample seating for larger groups. It does attract a bit of a random crowd on the weekends and sometimes this mixx of punters can cause somme friction.If you are in your early twenties, I'm sure you could havea good time here on the weekend, but I must admit to being a bit past the vibe of the place.