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The George in Rye, Rye, East Sussex

The George in Rye

4.3 (622)
£26 to £40
British
98 High Street, Rye, East Sussex TN31 7JT

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
Located right in the heart of the town's High Street and Citadel, The George Grill is the restaurant of The George in Rye, one of the finest hotels on the South coast. Our head chef, Oscar, offers you a classic British Grill menu combining his love of charcoal cooking with a Latin twist. The Grill is a firm local favourite and celebrates the best of ingredients and suppliers in the area. At the heart of the kitchen is a wood-charcoal grill, where our kitchen team roast seafood landed that day from fishermen based in Rye Harbour. We also serve Romney Marsh lamb, Aberdeen Angus grass-fed beef and seasonal vegetables from our farmer based in Boughton Monchelsea. Lovingly restored and renovated, this Grade II listed bolt-hole offers a welcoming retreat for design lovers and foodies alike.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–10:00 am Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    01797 222114
  • Website
    https://thegeorgeinrye.com/food-and-drink/
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Oscar Fonseca Volkmar
  • Catering
    We also offer catering and larger events in our Ballroom. For further information, please email events@thegeorgeinrye.com
  • Private party facilities
    The George in Rye can also offer Private Dining between 14 and 24 guests in either our Parlour off the main restaurant, or in the Long Room on the first floor above Reception. For further information, please email events@thegeorgeinrye.com
  • Location
    98 High Street, Rye, East Sussex TN31 7JT
  • Neighborhood
    Rye
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine

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What 622 people are saying

The George in Rye reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 3.9Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • East Sussex

    Good for business meals

  • East Sussex

    Kid-friendly

  • East Sussex

    Hot spot

  • East Sussex

    Romantic

  • East Sussex

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The George in Rye offers a charming ambiance with both indoor and outdoor dining. Diners praise the venue for its "excellent food and brilliant service," including standout dishes like the Sunday roast and perfectly cooked lamb. While some experienced slower service, the "lovely atmosphere" and "delicious desserts" ensure many patrons plan to return.
622 Reviews

  1. louise

    Kent1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fab food and great service, not been there for a while but definitely worth the visit
    The George in RyeResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Louise, Thank you for the lovely review! We're so pleased you enjoyed the food and service. It's great to have you back, and we're delighted to hear it was worth the visit — hope to see you again soon! Warm regards,

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  2. Philip

    Brighton1 review

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very helpful - we arrived 30 minutes early and staff rushed to seat us even though the table wasn’t ready. The good service delivered with well placed humour continued throughout the meal.
    The George in RyeResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Philip, Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad you arrived early and that our team was able to accommodate you with a bit of humour and great service. It’s wonderful to hear the positive energy continued throughout your meal. We hope to welcome you back again soon!

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  3. Jordan

    Kent2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 29, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Have eaten here quite a few times now, but service yesterday was very slow. The food overall was good & hot, but the time between courses disrupted this. We asked for the bill before they'd cleared out main course plates off of the table, as it took this long. Good atmosphere and drinks, would still return & just hope for faster service.

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  4. Peter

    London1 review

    2.0

    Dined on June 28, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    I asked for a outside table in the online booking 5 days in advance . Rather than respond and tell me the terrace was closed we turned up and were seated inside. The beer was warm. Good starters but poor choice of mains. Good cocktails.

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  5. Dale

    Atlanta1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 27, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very nice pleasant staff they know how to charge for wine although also very pleasant very good food

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  6. Michael

    East Sussex1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is an excellent venue that has modernized over the years to create an intriguing space with indoor and outdoor dining. The service and food are excellent. I had a Sunday roast and my son had a steak. We had trouble with our journey and were able to re-time the booking without problem. The price, I feel, was perhaps a tad high. Will we be back? Definitely.

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  7. Kieran

    East Sussex1 review

    3.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    The service could improve, we had to wait quite long to have plates cleared and was not asked at all how our meal was!!! Food was ok, but not worth the money. Amazed at the price of a bottle of wine!! And service charger automatically put on the bill, without asking!!

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  8. Nick

    East Sussex1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely place, best steak I’ve had in years. Staff go the extra mile to make your visit special. Definitely will be back soon.
    The George in RyeResponded on June 14, 2025
    Dear Nick, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your visit—and especially that the steak stood out as the best you've had in years! Our team takes great pride in creating memorable experiences, so it means a lot to know their efforts made a difference. We can’t wait to welcome you back again soon! Warm regards,

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  9. Bruce

    Kent5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent friendly service throughout our group meal, tasty quality menu, stunning ambiance and lovely atmosphere. We will definitely dine again at The George
    The George in RyeResponded on June 14, 2025
    Dear Bruce, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you and your group enjoyed your meal with us. It's fantastic to know the service, menu, and atmosphere all made a great impression. Creating a warm and memorable dining experience is what we aim for, and your feedback truly means a lot to the team. We look forward to welcoming you back to The George again soon! Warm regards,

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  10. Sandra

    East Sussex4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous Sunday afternoon at The George! Delicious Sunday lunch followed by a wonderful jazz trio in the courtyard. Whether it’s with family, friends or just the two of you we would highly recommend The George.
    The George in RyeResponded on June 14, 2025
    Dear Sandra, Thank you for your lovely feedback! We're so pleased to hear you had a fabulous Sunday afternoon with us. It’s great to know you enjoyed the Sunday lunch and the jazz trio in the courtyard—such a perfect way to spend the day! Your recommendation means a lot, and we’re thrilled The George continues to be a place you enjoy, whether with family, friends, or for a more intimate visit. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon! Warm regards,

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The George in Rye is rated 4.3 stars by 622 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today
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98 High Street, Rye, East Sussex TN31 7JT

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Rye
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–10:00 am Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Oscar Fonseca Volkmar
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine
  • Website
    https://thegeorgeinrye.com/food-and-drink/
  • Phone number
    01797 222114
  • Catering
    We also offer catering and larger events in our Ballroom. For further information, please email events@thegeorgeinrye.com
  • Private party facilities
    The George in Rye can also offer Private Dining between 14 and 24 guests in either our Parlour off the main restaurant, or in the Long Room on the first floor above Reception. For further information, please email events@thegeorgeinrye.com
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