Best Historic Restaurants in Robertsbridge

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Cuisine

ItalianSeafoodFrenchBritishFusion / EclecticTapas / Small Plates

Regions

HastingsRyeSt Leonards-On-SeaTenterden

Neighborhoods

HastingsRyeSt Leonards-On-SeaTenterden

Top Rated

CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardOutdoor

Award-winning

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Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

7 restaurants available nearby

1. The Mermaid Inn

4.6

Exceptional(1407)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • Rye

Booked 13 times today

Dine in the AA 2 Rosette Linen Fold Panelled Restaurant, where you can enjoy the ambience of the large restaurant, the cosiness of The Dr Syn Dining Room or the privacy of the Boardroom for your evening meal, lunch and breakfast.Head Chef Drew King is focused on using quality, seasonal, local ingredients and cooking them perfectly. He has a broad range of experience having worked in Michelin Star restaurants. and is able to adapt to the requirements of the guest and the occasion.Please note dogs are not allowed in the Restaurant. Bookings are for the Restaurant only. We do not reserve for The Bar and outside seating areas.

2. The Royal

4.7

Exceptional(85)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Gastro Pub • St Leonards-On-Sea

Booked 13 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.

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3. The Print House Tenterden

4.5

Awesome(100)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Tenterden

Booked 3 times today

THE INNThe Print House is a cosy, friendly 16th Century Inn with six newly refurbished bedrooms with quirky boho decor. Situated in the medieval town of Tenterden, known as the Jewel of the Weald, with its historic buildings and wealth of Independent Shops, Steam Trains, Chapel Down and Gusbourne Vineyards within close proximity.. INSIDE THE INNThe Bar/ Restaurant serves Contemporary English Cuisine with a Twist to enjoy with the many wines and beers on tap. The Caxton Lounge with deep velvet sofas, cosy chairs and wood burning stove is where to indulge in coffee, home made cakes and/or take afternoon tea on those chilly days. There is a walled garden to enjoy.Our Chef Martin Elliot is well known for his flair for British Cuisine with a twist of something a just little different. Our ingredients are fresh and local as possible. We use free-range produce and seek out top-quality meat, fish and vegetables from our local butchers, fishmongers,

4. The Union

4.8

Exceptional(1164)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Rye

Booked 17 times today

The Union is a contemporary restaurant and bar set in a beautiful 15th century building in the heart of Rye. Our menu is made up of small and large plates which we recommend sharing across the table. Our team will be on hand to guide you through your visit.Our food is guided by the seasons and our menu is ingredient led so changes based on what we have available to us. We primarily use British produce and work with local suppliers to ensure we always source the very best ingredients we can get our hands on.

5. Landgate Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(1609)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • Rye

Booked 4 times today

We make British food with a classic or modern slant. We source our ingredients from the local fields, woodlands and waters. Everything is cooked on the premises, including the sourdough bread and the icecreams.The Good Food Guide (2023) says: "A fittingly quaint old building, complete with original features, given a suave modern twist via grey panelling and contemporary furniture. Chef-proprietor Martin Peacock has built his menu on classical French traditions and impeccable sourcing and there’s real creativity and originality on show here. The international wine list offers a decent but not overlong selection, with accessible pricing.Vegetarian: we will always offer at least one starter and one main vegetarian choice. However, we cannot cater for vegans.***Please note, due to customer allergies, we cannot allow dogs on the premises.

6. Colombo 16

4.7

Exceptional(190)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Sri Lankan • St Leonards-On-Sea

Booked 4 times today

Inspired by the diversity of Colombo and England, Colombo 16 brings the essence of modern Sri Lanka to Marine Court, the historic Grade II-listed Art Deco building on the shores of St Leonards-On-Sea. By day we offer fusion lunch with some traditional Sri Lankan options, by night contemporary curries, short eats and desserts intended for sharing. Our dishes are based on family recipes, modernised with an ingredient-led approach sourcing locally and importing weekly from Sri Lanka.

7. La Delizia

4.8

Exceptional(61)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Hastings

Booked 1 time today

La Delizia, meaning ‘The Delight’, inspired by delis and eateries in Positano and Amalfi, offers authentic, specialist Italian food and drink, to take home or eat in. Featuring fresh Whitstable oysters, calamari, pasta, an authentic meat and cheese counter serving paninis and Antipasti selections, as well as Italian delights such as ‘Crema di Caffé’ an Iced Coffee dessert, fresh orange juice, and so much more.

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DuncanM
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Very helpful and lovely staff. Great food as always
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The UnionPrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• Rye
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4.8
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Anna
Cornwall •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Faultless, consistent,,exceptional value beutiful ambience,,,look forward to the next time..
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The RoyalPrice: Expensive• Gastro Pub• St Leonards-On-Sea
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4.7
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Colin
Yorkshire •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
A lovely meal in a very pleasant environment with excellent service throughout.
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The Mermaid InnPrice: Expensive• British• Rye
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4.6
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Keith
Kent •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We have eaten here several times. The food and service have always been excellent.
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The Print House TenterdenPrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• Tenterden
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4.5
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Stephanie
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 6, 2025
Always a pleasure to eat at the Landgate Bistro. The food is always fabulous and the service great. I can't recommend it highly enough.
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Landgate BistroPrice: Expensive• British• Rye
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4.7

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