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1. The Sundial

4.9

Exceptional(572)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Herstmonceux

The Sundial is a privately owned, relaxed and chic French restaurant with spectacular views of the South Downs in East Sussex. The Sundial’s à-la-carte and seasonal menus as well as its cuisine and ambience are typically French. Our restaurant in East Sussex is perfect for a meal with family and friends or an intimate dinner for two, the Sundial’s lounge bar, French restaurant and private dining room provide a flexible combination for parties, business meetings, seminars, wedding venues and group events for up to 60 people. Our restaurant can cater for upto 150 people as a wedding venue. If you´re looking for a Fine Dining French restaurant in East Sussex, or anywhere in Sussex, you won´t find a finer French restaurant!. Our French restaurant has a Civil wedding License offering you the perfect wedding venue in East Sussex. Restaurant also has a large car park with 16 parking spaces.

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2. The Relais Cooden Beach

4.2

Awesome(354)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• English • Bexhill-On-Sea

Booked 7 times today

The Relais is named in honour of our motorsports heritage and the menus celebrate our seaside location.Just steps from the beach, The Rally Restaurant enjoys the best views in the house and a spacious terrace for seasonal al fresco dining. Enjoy fresh and seasonal menus including the ‘catch of the day’ supplied by our local Sussex fishermen. Our menus change with the season with a focus on fish and seafood and locally sourced ingredients. Open all day and serving breakfast, lunch and dinner and afternoon tea - whether you’re gathering with friends for a long lazy lunch or celebrating a milestone occasion with family and loved ones, The Rally Bar & Grill is the perfect location to dine, relax and create lasting memories.

3. Callenders

4.7

Exceptional(221)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Hailsham

Callenders is a modern , casual style dining bistro. From a romantic meal for two, to a celebration dinner for forty. The best of local produce cooked to order for you. The surroundings are relaxed and easy going. Large potted plants occupy the free spaces and original water-colours by local artists hang on the walls. Table tops are bare and minimalist set with condiments, cutlery and fresh cut flower stems. Old dishes make a fresh return, and modern classics like Thai-Style Chicken sit comfortably along-side Braised Beef Cheeks with roast potatoes and gravy.Steaks are good too and a full Char-grill section on the menu features locally shot Venison and a selection of beef cuts; T bone, Fillet and Sirloin. As you would expect all desserts and pastries are made in house, with a definite focus on classic British desserts, steamed Treacle Sponge, Crème Brule, Apple Tart, Queen of Puddings and a really beautiful creamed rice dessert served with a mango sorbet are often on the menu.

4. Glasshouse

3.9

Excellent(199)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Eastbourne

Booked 7 times today

Glass House is a fresh new seaside restaurant / café that aims to regenerate the pavilion building and surrounding Redoubt Gardens. Returning it into a destination for community and visitors to eat, meet, relax and celebrate.It is dedicated to bolstering both Eastbourne’s community and heritage, showcasing local produce and culture whilst allowing residents and visitors to enjoy the spectacular views of our beautiful seafront.

5. Thai Marina

4.8

Exceptional(1655)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Thai • Eastbourne

Booked 17 times today

Thai Marina is situated at The Waterfront at Sovereign Harbour, Eastbourne and serves modern Thai cuisine in a traditional setting. The menu has all the classics you'd except such as Green Curry or Pad Thai as well as newer dishes such as Lamb Cutlets or Tamarind Sea Bass. In the summer months, enjoy alfresco dining all day and through the evening and on the weekends enjoy the Thai summer barbecue by the waterside.

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6. White Hart Netherfield

4.7

Exceptional(498)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • Battle

Booked 1 time today

We are a country Gastropub owned by farmers. Our farm supplies the beef, lamb and pork and we source other ingredients from local producers where we can. Our small seasonal menu changes regularly reflecting what is available in our area. We pride ourselves on being very much a country pub, offering freshly prepared seasonal food and a warm welcome. We also love offering locally produced drinks, such as gins, rums, ales and wines, giving you the complete taste of Sussex.

7. The Royal

4.7

Exceptional(128)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • St Leonards-On-Sea

Booked 5 times today

The Royal is operated by James Hickson, who has a solid hospitality background having learned his trade at well-loved restaurants and gastropubs including St John, Great Queen Street, The Canton Arms and Moro. James is hands-on at the pub, overseeing the relaxed yet lively atmosphere, friendly service and sophisticated food and drink. The kitchen is led by head chef, Andrew Taylor-Gray, who has previously worked at Petersham Nurseries, Hix and The Canton Arms.The Royal has been included in the Michelin Guide since February 2020 with Bib Gourmand status, which we have maintained ever since.A welcoming gastropub for locals and visitors alike in St. Leonards-On-Sea and Hastings, low-key and down-to-earth, The Royal occupies an historic corner site right opposite St. Leonards Warrior Square station.

8. BAYTE

4.6

Exceptional(108)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern European • St Leonards-On-Sea

Booked 11 times today

BAYTE, is a modern European neighbourhood restaurant with an emphasis on local sourcing and quality produce in the seaside town of St Leonards-on-Sea. The seasonal menu blends influences from across the globe, with particular reference to Italian recipes, such as hand-rolled pastas.The meat at BAYTE is free-range and reared on biodynamic, organic Haye Farm in Devon. Vegetables are also sourced from organic suppliers, most of them from English and Japanese vegetable growers Namayasai, and Goat Grid Farm, both in nearby Lewes.

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9. The Crown Hastings

4.7

Exceptional(1212)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Hastings

Booked 13 times today

The Crown is an independently run award-winning freehouse in the heart of Hastings Old Town, open at 11am every day. Our kitchen is open 12-4, 5 till 9. We serve modern British food in a friendly informal environment using locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. We create dishes from scratch, including homemade bread, fish from the surrounding seas and seasonal veg.We serve local real ales & craft beers, wine and a specialist gin and whisky selection and delicious coffee.'High Top Tables' refers to our high tables with bar stools. You can book a table for drinks only.Dogs are welcome, 'paws on the floors' please.Children welcome, we have a kids menu.For allergies & intolerances, please let your server know before ordering. We serve our full menu on a Sunday, but it is not a traditional roast dinner. Please call us if you are running later than your booked time.Table bookings for 2 hours for up to 4ppl; 3 hours for 5+ people. Tables from 7pm onwards are for whole evening.

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10. The Ivy Chelsea Garden

4.4

Awesome(14339)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Chelsea

Booked 187 times today

Modern British menus served in a refined, art-filled space with a garden terrace and an orangery.

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Sarah
Brighton •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Amazing food, fabulous staff (happy and right amount of attentiveness) even when it was busy and the best views of the sea. Menu is fantastic and all choices were fresh and well cooked. Would love to see oysters on the menu as a starter but faultless place. Second visit now and with the same standard both times I will definitely be a regular.
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The Relais Cooden BeachPrice: Moderate• English• Bexhill-On-Sea
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4.2
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NickyVIP
Brighton •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Lovely atmosphere, freshly cooked food, good staff - a lovely experience
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The Ivy in the LanesPrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• Brighton
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4.6
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Tina
Saudi Arabia •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Excellent food and service plus a very cosy, calm and friendly atmosphere. A little pricey but you get what you pay for. We'll worth a visit
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The SundialPrice: Expensive• French• Herstmonceux
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4.9
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Joanne
East Sussex •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jul 5, 2025
Our meal at the Thai Marina was outstanding. The food was beautiful and served very promptly. The service and manner from all staff was fantastic, the restaurant had a lovely atmosphere and vibe. My husband and I can’t wait to visit again.
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Thai MarinaPrice: Expensive• Thai• Eastbourne
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4.8
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Roger
East Sussex •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 15, 2025
As usual, service very good, food was enjoyable and the staff were very polite and attentive.
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CallendersPrice: Moderate• British• Hailsham
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4.7

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