La Famiglia in Rother

The food has no flavour what so ever and everything was dry! The main host stephano I think his name is? Was very touchy feely with all the women including his youg female waitress! Was extremely disturbing and off putting. I heard he hires young girls and acts very weird around them. So please don’t ever work there. Disgusting. Update for your reply, you think it’s okay to put your hands/arms around peoples waist etc…you know exactly what I mean. You touch female staff constantly & touch customers!

Went for our wedding anniversary on a Wednesday, had booked for 7.30pm, and was really looking forward to it as we had been about 3 times before, and enjoyed it there. Unfortunately this time was very disappointed. We were the only people in the restaurant, and although the waitress was friendly, there was no atmosphere at all. When our food came, although mine was OK, my wife had mussels to start, which were very overdone and dry. Then the mains came, and again mine was OK, but my wife had the lamb shank, which came up overdone, dry and on top of some mash, with no veg whatsoever. It reminded us of the microwave ones from the supermarket, which it probably was as it came up too quick to be fresh. Then at about 8.40pm, the waitress said sorry, but they were closing at 9pm, presumably as no other bookings were imminent. We quickly finished our wine, and left. I now wish they had rung us and said they were closing, and cancelled our booking, and we could have gone elsewhere. Very disappointing for us on our anniversary, sorry, but will not return here again.

Had dinner here to celebrate our silver wedding anniversary. Had not been before. Tasty classic food. Excellent service - huge thank you to the waitress on 4 July evening. Great intimate atmosphere. We will return

Lovely family owned restaurant fairly new to the town. Menu not extensive and possibly could do with a couple more main dish choices. Meals very well cooked and delicious. Very friendly and welcoming service. Offers a discount card. Not large premises but that added to our evening as we were not shouting to be heard. Very reasonably priced. Would definitely recommend. Unfortunately since the above post things have changed. Lots of things on menu not available and food definitely not as good. Think staffing issues are a problem. Definitely disappointed with our visit. I hope they can turn things back around.

Disappointed in food as the last time we visited our meal, service, was excellent. Can't say the same this time unfortunately.

Golden wedding lunch so restaurant was fully booked. Pre ordered food, which meant staff knew who was having what dish. Parma ham and melon starter was nice, very well presented but disappointed in my main, chicken was slightly dry but to be fair I had asked for no sauce on this dish, as I don’t like cream. Overall, friendly but I’m not sure if I would go back, next time I’m in the area.

25 Family and friends celebrated our Golden Wedding. Food, service, atmosphere, we're perfect. Enjoyed by all. Nothing was too much trouble. A perfect day. THANK YOU.

Service from host was excellent and overall experience v good. But unfortunately the food in general was only ok. Geeat presentation but lack of taste for a relatively expensive family meal... was really looking forward to it, reviews generally v good but unfortunately the food wasnt anything but ok.....

When we arrived they had to move a couple who were eating their dinner to another table as they had the incorrect number of seats laid out. Then when we ordered garlic bread as a side the waitor was quite firm and said "No, not as a side, I recommend you have it as a starter or not at all..." (Ok you must know me better than I know myself!) They lost track of which calzone had/didn't have olives so it was russian roulette for the poor soul who didn't like olives. The pizzas looked like Dr Oetker frozen pizzas which had been oven cooked for 25 minutes, most people left most of theirs as they were dry as a board with 2 inches of crust and little in the way of toppings too. I'm told the ravioli was nice but it was a very small bowl. The Carbonara was not so nice. The waitor didn't seem to know what he was serving and asked "who has ordered cake" when dishing out the tiramisu. The main waitor was quite touchy feely with some of the guests which was off-putting. He also tried to guilt one of the guests into drinking alcohol as they weren't driving. But to their credit we were given a couple of bottles of wine at the end (based on other reviews I think this is standard procedure when customers leave a lot of food). To pre-empt your response: Don't tell me I could have spoken to you and you would have resolved things. There was no point in us complaining as there is nothing you could have done to rectify any of it, god forbid you bring out another pizza. The food was consistently not up to scratch and sometimes it's better to just cut your losses and vow to never return, than to cause a fuss at a celebration meal. Don't try to discourage bad reviews as it's useful for potential customers to read these reviews to get a full view of other customers' experiences, good or bad. If bad experiences weren't reported it would give a false account of experiences at the restaurant. I don't usually write reviews but I felt it was my duty to report these issues to others so that they can avoid the same fate, or at least know the risks if they decide to proceed. Don't tell me that I'm a keyboard warrior insulting you for no reason. I'm not insulting you, I'm just recommending you either improve your pizzas, or don't serve them at all. Perhaps ask Monellis/Picasso Express/Rustico for some advice as they seem to have it nailed.

The La Famiglia website says they're open on Sundays. We booked a table by phone six weeks in advance (speaking to someone in person) for 5:00 on Sunday 12th March 2023, prior to a performance at the DWP. We turned up to find the restaurant shut and dark. We waited for ten minutes. We had received no notification that they wouldn't be open and there was no sign in the window saying there'd been an emergency. Really disappointing. Perhaps they have gone under? One of us checked their phone, which said that La Famiglia was 'open now'!

It was my first experience at this restaurant and most certainly will not be going back. The food was warm and very underwhelming . After complaining the staff didn’t seem to care.

It's good that there are one or two vegan items on the menu (although other local venues have far more). With so many people switching to plant-based, for the environment, health and the animals improving the plant-based options would be an astute and compassionate move. We'd love to be regulars here because the decor looks fantastic and we love Italian food but are really put off by the inclusion of Calves liver on the menu which is a particularly cruel and outdated dish.

Great venue and service unfortunately let down bybthe food. That said, when made aware nothing was to much trouble and they insisted we took a bottle of wine away with us by way of apology

Calves liver and lobster thermidor on the menu. So cruel and out-dated.

Thank you Stefano for a perfect blend of gorgeous food, ambience and wonderful personal service . The attention to detail and extremely warm welcome will ensure we tell all our friends about this fabulous venue , so that they can enjoy the experience too !

Great little restaurant, such good value for the area. We shared a starter, pizza and desert each and a bottle of wine for less than 65! Excellent service. Food was tasty though I thought the pizza base was a touch thick. Definitely recommend though, proper old school Italian in a convenient location.

This is an unber eats review - made an order and never delivered, call the restaurant first time they were nice, second time (20 mins later) they seemed nice but then hung up on me, after that just didn't answer the phone. Cancelled order and thanks to Uber eats got a refund. Message to restaurant - don't do deliveries is you can't do deliveries...

Beautiful place, amazing food and welcoming with my 18 month old cockapoo too. Service was incredible and will definitely be back

My husband and I wanted to go somewhere different this year for our Christmas Eve meal, we chose La Famiglia as is looked intimate and had a good homely feel. We were not disappointed! Food was excellent, Manager was tentative and the overall experience was very enjoyable and relaxed. Would definitely recommend and it didnt break the bank!

This was honestly one of the most disgusting things I have ever eaten, ordered the penne amatriciana and it had as much flavour as a bottle of water, it tasted of nothing! Also had some garlic bread which tasted old and just not nice. I would not waste my money on this restaurant ever again, save yourself the trouble and find a decent italian

Wounderful service, care and attention, food excellent, 😋, lovely for all ages and occasions x

Me and my Boyfriend went here last night for a dinner, celebrating our Anniversary and I must say, the service was absolutely amazing! The food was outstanding too. The atmosphere was lovely and overall made you feel really welcome! 100% will be coming back. 👍

Best Italian food in Bexhill. Excellent wine list and great staff. Stefano is a great host.

Thank you for the lovely meal Sue. We always enjoy our time on this restaurant. Good choice of good and wines at reasonable prices Well done

The service was excellent, friendly but not intrusive. We had a nicely paced meal, not rushed. The two of us really enjoyed our meals, pollo Milanese & salmon tagliatelle, all washed down with a gorgeous bottle of wine. The restaurant is not big, it has a lovely atmosphere and is well decorated. We will definitely be back

Small family-type restaurant in centre of Bexhill and close to the De La Warr pavilion, where we (6 people) had just attended a concert. Good range of Italian dishes including pizza but with a wide range of other options. (It is not a pizzeria.) Good service. Fair prices. Nice decor and atmosphere. Will visit again.

Lovely venue arrived early much better less crowded as cramped and more noisy when we left but food great staff good general atmosphere good would definitely go again

Another amazing meal with exceptional service, really friendly, attentive staff. Can't wait to go back!

Last night at Famiglia was superb. We were looked after as if we were "family". The food and service were superb. I have been before and I will certainly be back. I need to return your umbrella too. A Five Star experience all round. do yourselves a favour and book a table. Cheers Stefano.

What an amazing find. Went to the restaurant on a very busy Saturday night. Service was exceptional, food amazing, value is outstanding and the wine is both tasty and very good value. The whole evening was so lovely. Will definitely be back.

First rate Italian food at a very reasonable price. The service was excellent as was the wine. My wife and I enjoyed our first visit so much that we have already booked for another visit.

We enjoyed our pre-theatre meal last night at this nice little Italian restaurant with its friendly family ambience. Our food (two courses) was on the whole very good. I especially enjoyed the liver with mash and extra vegetables. The weakest part was the desserts - my tiramisu was a bit lacking in sponge and alcohol and my wife’s crepes were rather soggy. The house wine is exceptional value as is most of the wine list, and prices in general are very reasonable for these hard times. We enjoyed ourselves!

1st Drink No courvoisier. So had G&T .Tonic dead . Starter . They didn't have my partners or wouldn't serve as not up to much waitress said fare enough No probs. so had same as I. Italian bread mine cooked partners not and dry just chopped Tom's and onion . No basil in site and no garlic either . Partners main dish Lasagne packet Lasagne pre made poor ...I had fillet steak ordered Medium rare came out medium well to well done and tough . Bexhill still disappointing as regards restaurants. The waitress very good only thing that was . Picasso far superior.

Customers come first in this is just what a good Italian restaurant should be. Good quality food well served in a comfortable ambiance

Certainly one of the best Italian restaurants in the area - excellent food; friendly, knowledgeable service and very competitive prices. If you have not been and want to try good Italian food don't hesitate.

There are lots of great reviews for this not so small Italian restaurant which encouraged us to try it out, I was however disappointed though it may have been just a one off bad night. Whilst shown to our table, and offered and provided with a bottle of water, we were not asked if we wanted any other drinks. My wife and I were seated at a four place table with the menus placed on the table, as there were only three mine was on the opposite setting so I had to reach for it, but I would have preferred for it to be offered by the waiting staff, I also had to acquire my fork from another place setting as I did not have one, however I do put this down to very novice staff on the night. Food was good, although my wife’s tuna was undercooked, it was however rectified when pointed out. Altogether my own experience was not as outstanding as the reviews would convey I would still suggest you try it, as a one off bad night is not always the mark of a permanent problem.

Tasty food, good coffee, very friendly staff

Went here for my husbands birthday for the first time and so glad we did. Absolutely brilliant from start to finish. Really friendly welcome, outstanding food, great choice of wine, beautiful decor and amazing staff. We had the sirloin steak and it was superb. Absolutely delicious desserts as well. You must go to this restaurant or else you will be missing out. Definitely the best restaurant in Bexhill.

Amazing experience. Went to the restaurant on a busy Friday night for my husbands birthday, and all I can say is WOW. Amazing atmosphere, amazing food, great decor throughout and outstanding service. It truly is the best restaurant in Bexhill. Cannot recommend highly enough. Give it a try - you will not be disappointed.

A lovely welcoming restaurant with excellent food we will be returning returned for an early evening meal and again great food and service I just love this resturant

Lovely little place..very cosy, great food & lovely staff, what more could you ask !

Such a great evening with good friends. First time there and will definitely go back. The food was delicious and so beautifully presented. The staff, especially Sue, were lovely - helpful, knowledgeable and friendly. Super experience all round.

We came here for a meal and had a great time. He food and service was fantastic. Some of the best Italian food I've had in the UK.

Lovely food, perfect service in a nice atmosphere. Great choice of menu. We will definitely be back.

Four of us visited this little gem. The manager was very attentive and did not rush us to order. We had a lovely meal in a very relaxed atmosphere. Would definitely go again.

Another lovely meal with my friend Sa.

Lovely venue, great atmosphere, we were made very welcome. The meal was great.

Lovely food with friendly, polite staff

Excellent food and service, staff really friendly, first time here will definitely come back.

food was excellent, the member of staff was excellent, good service dispite only one person on..extremely friendly will definitely return again.

First and last time when we order from them. Food was horrible more than half went to the bin....too expensive for what you get.

There are some very good Italian restaurants in Bexhill, but this is the best. Fabulous food (the calves' liver melts in the mouth) and very good value wine. Went there on Saturday for birthday/anniversary celebration - great service, and a wonderful ambience - you could be in Italy!

Really warm friendly little place.

Paid an impromptu visit during a day out. Was busy but they found a table for us. Food was delicious and service was excellent. Lovely little complimentary limoncello shot before leaving too. Nice touch. A little gem and good value.

Amazing place. Great food and great value. Stefano wonderful guy. Support this local gem

Very nice Italian restaurant, service is excellent, food it on point. Much to choose from in the menu. This is te second time I've eaten out here and i will return. The interior design looks amazing, the seats are nice and comfy. Its not a large restaurant, but looks bigger inside than the outside. Has its own bar service. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a nice evening dining out.

Best Italian in Bexhill by far! we went there on father's Day this year. The food was excellent, the staff were very friendly and attentive. Great family run restaurant. Would definitely recommend and we will definitely be going back. Thank you all at La Familia for a wonderful father's Day dinner. 😁👍

I took my dad here for a meal with my two children. Nice looking restaurant. Really friendly staff. The food was good and was very impressed that they did smaller portions from the main menu for children, not every kid wants chicken nuggets and chips!...

Lovely food, great atmosphere. Service was a bit hit and miss but the food makes up for it.

Ok. So you consider yourself a food expert. Well, until you eat here you have not covered all bases. This place is outstanding, take it from me. hidden gem

I love my food. I love a great meal out. I love this place. If you have not been here you are missing out. Four visits. Four outstanding meals. This guy knows his stuff, knows what he is doing. Ingredient quality is faultless, cooking is...

We had not booked a table but the waitress was very helpful and offered us a reserved table if we could finish within 1.5 hours, which was fine. The food came quickly and was delicious. Staff were great, will definitely go again if we are...

Good atmosphere and service, my salmon tagliatelle was a bit mean on the salmon though.

Great atmosphere, large portions, very enjoyable experience.

Great food, amazing service. Thank you, we all had a lovely evening.

Good food, good atmosphere, excellent staff.

Classic Italian restaurant NOT Italian, Italian food is all about quality ingredients, here is all about making cheep ingredients look good. With spelling mistake on the menu.

Lovely friendly host and delicious food.

Lovely place with lots of atmosphere. Very friendly and the food is very good.

The food is impeccable!! And the staff are beyond amazing. I have been here twice now and have been given the most amazing service and delicious food. I really can’t fault them at all would highly recommend.

Had an early evening meal here. We hadn't booked and were lucky to get a table. I had the carbonara and husband had the Tuna steak. We shared a bottle of wine. Food was delicious and service was excellent. Really good value too. We then had delicious dessert and coffee. Definitely recommended and would go back if we lived closer!

Superb food, good value wine and helpful staff. We will definatley return.

Great food, great service. Lovely

A lovely find! The food was delicious, beautifully presented and reasonably priced. Drinks were not over priced. Staff were friendly and service was excellent. Will definitely go again if visiting Bexhill in the future.

A little Jewel in Bexhill-on-Sea.

Nice food but slightly overpriced, I would return though👍

Fantastic food and a great atmosphere. Stefano and Natalia were extremely welcoming and went to the effort of celebrating my mother's birthday. I will look forward to coming back again very soon!

First visit to this amazing restaurant (on recommendation) took elderly mother for a delayed Mother’s Day meal. Food was amazing and reasonably priced. Cooked to perfection. Staff attentive and pleasant. Couldn’t fault it. Would definitely go back (and soon.) Highly recommend.

Lovely intimate restaurant. Great food and service

Another beautiful meal at La Famiglia. We were there on Saturday to celebrate my brothers birthday. The food was superb with great service and a lovely relaxing atmosphere. Thank you also for the birthday cake !

I came here with my husband and my daughter and her partner for a late birthday treat, we was absolutely appalled by the food, I had asked the waitress if I could just have some spaghetti in a tomato sauce with a little bit of...

Lovely and cosy Italian restaurant. Warm and friendly service. Delicious food particularly the calves liver.. Terrific ambience. Really enjoyed our evening.. Very reasonably priced.

Visited bexhill for the weekend , Saturday we had a very nice meal at la famiglia . Nice ambiance. I had mushroom soup, chicken with cream wine . Partner had bruschetta, lamb shank . He enjoyed his meal.

Lovely restaurant. Highly recommend.

Well this was our first visit to this restaurant and I must say I was impressed. I did like the decor, although I found it too bright with the glaring lights not conducive to a nice evening out with your partner. However setting that aside, the menu was very good, with a great wine list and the service attentive and professional. So if you like good Italian food and drink then you should give it a try.

Visited La Famiglia for the first time yesterday, having past many times. We had a beautiful, well cooked, well presented and well served lunch. The hospitality was first class along with the food and it has a very peaceful, calm atmosphere and you do not...

We came here for a birthday dinner recently. The food and service was impeccable. The owner was absolutely amazing and explained his menu like the back of his hand along with the history behind the types of wine he had available. The food was well...

Pleasant small restaurant with good food and friendly service.

Just had an excellent takeaway. Great customer service, well packaged hot food. Really good quality. Highly recommend. Restaurant looked cosy too.

Just had an excellent takeaway. Food was ready on time, still very hot and tasted great. Couldn't fault service either. Desserts were all freshly made and good quality. Highly recommended.

Just had a beautifully cooked meal for my Wife and I. We had a take away and it was piping hot in the lovely packaging. 3 courses of excellent quality. Will be trying other items on their menu now.

Christmas party and family lunch in the new year. This restaurant just gets better and better. Thank you Stefano and staff for your attention.

This is our favourite restaurant in Bexhill. We cannot fault the service and the food is wonderful and keenly priced. We have visited many times, taken friends and family and never feel rushed. Can highly recommend

One of the best Italian restaurants in the East Sussex area. This family run Italian restaurant is a real gem with a good menu offering all the Italian classics and more. Very good value and good service. Well worth a visit and I highly recommend the carbonara which was delicious.

our first visit to this restaurant and it won't be the last. The atmosphere was very cosy and we were well looked after by the host. All the food was excellent and the loin of venison in particular was outstanding.

OMG this place is a Diamond not merely a Gem. Incredible, I am just upset I hadn't noticed it before. Beautiful is all I can say, from entrance to exit and inbetween. All boxes ticked.

What hosts... What food... What wine!.. A great festive occasion with attentive service and excellent food choice and service. A Bexhill must..!! Thanks guys!!!

This was my first visit to this resturant and what a great experience it was we received a warm welcome and this carried on right through our stay.The food was very good and sensible priced.we will be returning.

Really lovely! First time eating there. Couldn't fault a thing to be honest and staff were all so friendly and service fab. Will definitely be going again !

Lovely food and a very relaxed atmosphere, will go again, G G