I went there with my colleagues for dinner and the food was really good. The portions are pretty…read morebig so we were almost full after some nibbles and starters (I ordered falafel as a starter but I wouldn't do it again as it was too bland and dry). The food is a mixture of French, Mexican, English, Moroccan cuisines and very nicely presented. The place has only been there for a few months but already seems rather popular. The music suits the interior design (I particularly liked the wall where customers left their thoughts on using a felt pen and the one full of old photos). They have a nice function room upstairs too if you wish to have a private party. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Eastbourne definitely needs more places like this, go and find out for yourselves!

Loved this spot while I was traveling over in the UK! We were craving fish and chips and while this…read moreisn't the typical spot that comes to mind, I'm glad we stopped in. It's a bit difficult to find upstairs but it's well appointed and the view of the castle is pretty legit. We tried a couple of apps, both of which were good but the fish and chips were dialed in! Extra crispy chips and nice big piece of fish were complimented by classic mushy peas and a house made tartar sauce. The service was impeccable to top things off. If you are in the area, you should definitely add this to the list of places to try.

Great views and atmosphere can't make up for embarrassing, Aunt Bessie's quality roast…read more Came to The Ivy expecting a refined Sunday roast, but left wondering if I'd accidentally paid £29 for something reheated from the freezer aisle. The roast potatoes were dry, dense, and suspiciously uniform, Aunt Bessie's on an off day. Yorkshire puddings were flavourless and hollow, with that telltale mass-produced texture. Vegetables were minimal and uninspired. The lamb was unseasoned and tough. For a restaurant with The Ivy's name and reputation, this felt rushed, joyless, and deeply underwhelming. No real flavour payoff, and no sign that anyone in the kitchen had any pride in the food they send out. Feels all the more jarring given how beautiful the setting is. This was less "elegant brasserie" and more "supermarket ready-meal with better lighting". I wouldn't return for the roast -- and I wouldn't recommend it.

This is a gem of a place right next to the river. Try and imagine the prices you'd pay in London or…read moreKingston in similar proximity to the Thames and then look at the menu here - its so reasonable. The staff are really friendly and down to earth and the surroundings are fantastic, especially when the weathers good. There's loads on the menu from jacket spuds to breaded plaice so if your in a hurry or want a nice long lunch, both are catered for. They do a fantastic full English here too or if your feeling adventurous, I'd recommend the Loch Fyne Kippers. Its fully licensed here and they do serve a really nice South African Merlot for around £12 or of course you can just stick to the Harveys as it hasn't had more than 20 yards to travel!

I think Brasserie is a slightly ambitious term for this place, Cafe would be a far more apt…read moredescription. Brasserie conjures pictures of a cool young couple enjoying a light lunch and a glass of wine, where as in reality you are far more likely to encounter old age pensioners nursing a cup of tea and a sarnie here! Not that there is anything wrong with this, I came here myself the other day and nursed a cup of tea and a slice of carrot cake! The tea was tea and the cake was pretty tasty although the frosting was overly sweetened. Other foods include sandwiches, bagettes, fish and chips, pie and chips etc etc. The food is apparently all homemade and looked reasonably tasty. Situated in a small shopping hall with a food hall, craft shops and gift retailers, there are also said to be good views over the river but we weren't able to see them from where we were sitting. They advertise free wifi but it wasn't working on our visit. Service was a little slow and a little surly. Overall, it's fine for a cake and a cuppa, but there are better options in Lewes if you require something a little more substantial.

I always try to stop here when I have a long layover or overnight stay at the Sofitel, it is a…read moregreat airport restaurant but more importantly actually a good restaurant I like to go to. Well executed French cuisine with flair. I started with the smoked trout, which was great (tasted like smoked salmon) and beautifully presented. For the main, I had the fillet with braised ox cheeks. The highlight was the ox cheeks, wish I had more. Also really enjoyed the beetroot mash. The fillet itself was okay but not exceptional. I also had a side of heirloom tomatoes, great variety of tomatoes though some were not perfectly ripe. Again, a nice and interesting meal, something you don't expect this close to an airport.

Excellent service, Lexie was amazing! Very nice classy decor and ambiance. The food was great!…read more Fantastic wine list. Excellent choices of beer, cocktails and liqueurs. The desserts were awesome. This is my top recommendation in West Malling.

One of my FAVORITE place to eat while in England. The wait staff is on top of their game in front…read moreof the house, the kitchen staff is on the ball when it comes to fresh ingredients and turning out excellent food. They serve all top shelf liquor, excellent wines and great beers. The food is amazing! I eat there every time I am in England. Worth every pound!!!! I would recommend The Swan to anyone who is visiting and or lives in Maidstone or the surrounding area. 35 Swan Street, West Malling, Kent. ME19 6JU http://www.theswanwestmalling.co.uk/

Went here for a pre-show meal and had a pretty disappointing experience, mostly because of our…read moreserver. First, he seemed like he absolutely hated his job. Everytime we asked a question, he didn't have an answer. He didn't inform us of items that were out of stock until after we ordered them. He knew nothing about the wine list. And worst of all, we found out our show had been cancelled last-minute and we were trying to scramble for alternate plans, yet it seemed like he was rushing us out of the place despite the place being half empty. The building is beautiful, the wine list is solid, and the food we did have was alright -- definitely not among the best in London, but solid for the theatre district, which is full of tourist traps. But the service was truly *awful*, so I would not recommend it.

Menu amazing...so many choices! Ambiance is 11 out of 10! So exciting and vibrant. Service was good…read morebut.food was better!

What a lovely place to enjoy a meal. Great atmosphere and good service. You pay for what you get,…read morehence the food being very nice. Book early as it gets very busy. If you have a party booking, you can reserve a seperate part of the restaurant which is ideal! Enjoy

A welcome return visit to this lovely place for a family dinner, a lovely evening, with the…read moreexception of the food, which was below average at best. I had the crispy duck rolls which were dry and bland, not sure where the 'crispy' came into it, followed by a sirloin steak that was tougher than a pair of my old boots and then a panacotta which was like a forlorn blob of tasteless paste begging to be put out of its misery. The servers are very pleasing to the eye and seem to be handpicked by someone who knows talent when they see it, but prefer to ignore it and choose young girls who try their best but offer service that is random to say the least. Needless to say, 3 courses plus a reasonable bottle of plonk work out at about 50 quid a head with a service charge (well, they did take photos for me and as I alluded to before, they were not a little pleasing on the eye). The ambience is still very pleasant but I just got the feeling that they were all just going through the motions and taking advantage of the fact that there is a shortage of such eating places in the area now. Such a shame, I Guess I'll go back, but it won't be for the food.

Really lovely atmosphere, amazing food, quality service…read more Very highly recommended. Janine Maidstone

Great food and service. Brief but good wine choices. Pan fried lamb chops and broccoli with chili…read moreand almonds was great.

From the owner: A modern Brasserie and Pantry transported to the heart of leafy Sunningdale village…read more Consultant Chefs Fernando and Kristy Stovell pride themselves on the quality and freshness of their ingredients and exemplary cooking. Whether it's a plate of something small or a heartier meal, they have carefully crafted a menu that will satisfy any diner and occasion.