Pavillion Restaurant in Wealden

I took my mum here for an afternoon tea for her birthday! It was the best afternoon tea we’ve ever had and our server Cody was amazing, very helpful! Thank you Cody for some of the best service we’ve ever had! Someone give him a promotion!

Ate here as we were staying at the hotel. Very disappointed. Choice & quality of food did not warrant the prices. Our meals were bland & not warm enough. Absolutely no ambiance..the restaurant is used for breakfast too so the setting is functional. Service was excellent..

Excellent, attentive and fast service. OK choices for 3 course dinner but we did not order from a la carte. Good breakfast...usual plus fresh fruits, cereals, yogurt etc.

Great food. Really tasty. The desserts were a little bit hit and miss. But the price for the food was great. They did run out of various wines during the stay which was a little disappointing. Service is brilliant.

Greeted being told that money, paid in advance is deducted as THEY determine - no dessert? You lose.

We went for the all inclusive golf and dinner option. Dinner was the worst resort dinner i have ever experienced. Three mains to choose from braised beef and mash, pasta and a mushroom sauce and the smallest piece of fish with over cooked vegetables - we gave it back. Dessert had ice cream which was made from powder - we gave it back. The contents of the meals could not have cost more than £2.5 We asked to se the restaurant manager who was apparently busy but would come soon to see us , we finally left when he did not show up and though we left our room number for him to contact us we were never contacted. We managed to negotiate to skip dinner the second day in exchange for a burger and a sandwich. Hardly a great deal for us , but i would never try dinner there again. Overall a really poor place to go......

We had two dinners on consecutive days in the Pavilion Restaurant. The first was quite a lot better than expected - very tasty scallops as a starter & excellent fish & chips as the main. The second was much worse than we expected - tasteless broccoli & stilton soup & tough, chewy, gristly tasteless ribeye steak. A big disappointment. But the service was good & the student waitresses very friendly. Very noisy during the Covid restrictions.

our package holiday included all meals either in this restaurant or on tables immediately adjacent. The food was fine alrhough the veggie options were spmetimes a bit stodgy. The Christmas lunch was very filling

we enjpyed an excellent carvery lunch, with a good selection of meat and poltry plus vegetarian option,the selection of vegitables was very good (not over done). The staff were attentive, and the value excellant.

We had a very enjoyable evening meal at the restaurant. It was part of a wowcher deal but we looked at both menus, fixed price and a la carte, and decided on the pork from the fixed price menu. We didn’t regret it! As we were celebrating my wife’s birthday it made for a very pleasant occasion. Rachel our server made it even more special with a few nice nice touches. Well done everyone!

Very poor dinner would not recommend the food at all really put a damper on the entire experience. The breakfast was ok though

Dinner was lovely. The staff were polite and friendly. We were able to choose our table, so we opted to sit in front of one of the large windows to enjoy the view. However, it meant one us had our back to the window. I moved my cutlery to the side so I was sitting next to my husband and I was able to appreciate the scenery. The meal was nice. The duck was tender and well seasoned. I enjoyed it. My husband opted for the sea bass. My only disappointment was the lack of drink list. There was a wine list only. We had to go to the bar to select our drinks. The waitress offered to do it for us and the bartender brought our drinks to the table. So I cannot complain about the service I received. My husband and I ate breakfast. There was a good selection, although you had to pay extra for some items. The food was spread out so there were no queues. I particularly liked the porridge made with cream. It was nice and rich. The scrambled eggs were not fluffy and it did not look appetising, so I gave it a miss. The pot of peppermint tea was lovely and hot. It looked cute on the table. I enjoyed all my meals and would recommend this restaurant for an evening meal.

Thoroughly recommend this restaurant, the service and friendly staff could not be faulted and the food was delicious. Would definitely recommend the lobster starter and the dover sole.

had dinner and breakfast here twice. the manager Abdul was really friendly and helpful. all the staff were really friendly and professional food arrived swiftly as it was pre ordered and too good standard. would recommend you eat here if in area.

We stayed for a couple of days and ate both nights in the Pavilion restaurant, the food was very good. Abdul the manager was on hand to ensure everyone was happy.. he did a good job.

I am a fussy eater, but found the food excellent. Portions could have been a little bigger, but were more than adequate. Staff friendly and attentive (after our meal the waitress gave us excellent recommendations for a trip to Brighton...planned our day!)

We stayed for 2 nights on a pre-booked meal deal, it was a smaller menu because of the reduced price but this should still mean good food. What we got on the first night was rubbish, I mean real rubbish that no chef in there right mind would ever send out at any cost. The starter of cheese and potato croquettes where over cooked in the fryer so much that the outside was burnt and there was nothing left inside at all. then half a roast chicken that had been in the microwave so much it was like cardboard. The second night must of been a different chef, the presentation was better and the food at least not over cooked. but our expectation now was so low that anything could have been better. If there have a chef that does not check and does not care then the customers will not care to come back SIMPLE Service was hit and miss two staff really good and the other need training

Waiting staff great - friendly and efficient. Food bland and poorly cooked and not to a standard you would expect for a hotel of this quality. Catering sourcing and perhaps cheffing staff in need of an overhaul.

Bought a bed breakfast and dinner Summer promotiion Offer- really great value. Food and service very good.

Choice of two menus with plenty of variety and taste. Food was served very prompt and was of a high standard. Service was excellent and very friendly staff.

We enjoyed both our meals but don’t think that it was of a 2 AA Rosette standard which puzzled us given the award was for 2018? Breakfast was a little disorganised In that the buffet wasn’t replenished quickly enough and arrived sporadically - tended to get cold very quickly. Could be so much better by investing in some chafing dishes and hot plates.

This is a top quality restaurant in a superb hotel, where guests can use the spa facilities and swimming pool.

I was expecting a lot better. We had a buffet lunch which I found very uninspiring and bland for a 4* hotel.

Arrival was brilliant, seen to table offered drinks and bread. It went down hill from there. We didn't have a deal and ordered off the a la carte menu which wasn't a problem however the choice was very limited. The food that did arrive was presented well but an average meal. The service was terrible, slow, difficult to get hold of staff, wrong menus given then taking ages to get them to change it. Desserts ordered and never arrived. It appeared they took it and hadn't put it through after another long wait we decided we had to cancel as we had a small baby. We then requested them to cancel the desserts and send us the bill. We eventually got the bill and was told the desserts are now ready and we could have them. We said no, paid and went on our way. Overall not value for money. We don't mind paying high prices but we expect the quality of food and service to be at the same high level which it wasn't. I would advise others to avoid.

Can't fault the food here. And the staff were very attentive. The restaurant also offers great views across the surrounding countryside.

Ho cenato al Pavillion in quanto ospite dell'Hotel East Essex, il personale è molto cortese, il locale è molto bello con vista sui campi da golf, ed il cibo è di buona qualità. Essendo inserito in un ambiente molto lussuoso il prezzo è elevato : 41 sterline per una bistecca e un dolce!

Light, spacious restaurant where you can sit and enjoy your meal in comfort. The menu is varied and friendly, efficient staff serve good quality food.

The food is very tasty and the service extremely friendly and efficient. Only criticism would be the smallish sizes of the portions, otherwise​ great place to eat. And reasonable prices too!

El restaurante tiene ventanales con vistas al campo de golf. Tenía el jamón terrina hock, que era muy sabroso seguido de costillas de carne tarta de chocolate increíble y graduado con helado. El servicio fue muy bueno, especialmente porque llegamos tarde y ya tenía 170 cubre esa noche. Maravilloso desayuno con opciones excelentes.

El restaurante es parte del hotel y le falta ambiente. El comedor grande podrían ser quebradas por pantallas para que sea más íntimo, como la zona de bar.

Como parte de mi larga estancia de fin de semana, fuí al restaurante dos veces por mi las comidas de la tarde y yo tuvimos una gran experiencia. La comida fue deliciosa y el miembro de personal atento. Honya y Nicoleta destacó por el grupo que estaban presentes. Uno de mis amigos sólo pueden comer pan sin gluten y esto había sido siempre en la parte trasera de todos los tipos variados de pan disponibles, así como detalles sobre los platos, que estaban bien preparadas para ella.

Good food, great views. The service could have been a bit better organised but overall a great experience

La comida siempre es genial aquí, ha sido muchas veces antes y volveremos seguro! El paquete calentador de invierno es genial, ya que es de £129 por una enorme habitación de lujo y una cena de tres platos, en un hotel de 5 estrellas con una piscina y un gimnasio. Lo que no se quiere de eso? Siempre bien atendidos por el director del hotel Steve. Introducción una vez y el personal en la recepción, especialmente Beth le dará la bienvenida y recuerde siempre que regresar en

As organisers of the Luxury Christmas Gift Fair held at East Sussex National on 24th & 25th November we decided to treat ourselves with a little pamper time beforehand on the 23rd before set up in the spa and then with afternoon tea. It was just what the doctor ordered, we definitely were pampered with attentive staff, the absolutely delightful and plentiful food and the whole experience highly recommended. Wonderful experience thank you.

We were all on a deal, but we all thought the food was fantastic - no complaints from any of the 7 of us. Service was good and everything was cooked perfectly. I can recommend the Chilean Carmenere at £24 a bottle. Good breakfast too!

Myself and my other half had dinner in the hotel restaurant as we were staying there. I found it exceedingly difficult at first to find a menu on the website. The restaurant is advertised as luxury dining with prices too boot. Little about our experience was luxurious in the restaurant I'm sorry to say. The restaurant itself is like being in a conference room. We both ordered starters and opted for steak for mains. My steak was extremely over cooked against how I'd asked for it. I decided to request a new one as I believe if pay up market prices you should receive quality service and food. The second steak never arrived. Needless to say my partner didn't enjoy the experience of eating alone whilst I had no food. As a result only a couple of mouthfuls were eaten! They still tried charging us for the steaks with no offer complimentary drinks / food. Sad, as the hotel itself is wonderful! I certainly would not go back or recommend.

To be fair we did have a deal/spa break so the menu was limited but the food was bland, 1 out of 3 courses was edible, the chocolate mousse had a visible water puddle sitting on top of it.

Dinner is especially tasty and filling and the service is good. Breakfast is selection of cooked and continental and variety of juices etc.

My husband won a prize in the Raystede Animal Rescue raffle - dinner for two in the Pavillion Restaurant, East Sussex National Golf Club. We were delighted to have won, but a hotel restaurant would not normally be our first dining choice. However, it was a delight from start to finish. We, and friends, have won prize meals before and have sometimes not be treated as well as paying guests. Not so here. Presented lovely prize voucher, and were offered both set menu and a la carte (at a supplement). Nicoleta, our 'wait person' was very charming, showing us to a window table. Menus and wine list left, lovely little rolls and water delivered. We selected from the set menu. There were some large groups seated, golfers I assume, and quite a few twos and fours, but we didn't wait long for our starter - very nice thick ham hock, picalilli and leaves. I had goats cheese and red pepper pithivier, fennel purée, new potatoes, and hubby had chicken with a mushroom sauce, followed by cheese. My pud was a lovely lemon rum baba - hadn't had one for years - with raspberries. Yum yum.The wine, whilst not expensive, was very nice too. We will definitely return. The whole experience was lovely from start to finish. Well done to all.

Would not recommend for fine dining or good service would not eat there again. Wine was plonked on table and we had to open taste and serve it ourselves at £22.50 would expect more! Food was adequate.

Had a super home made luch of Fish Cakes last Thursday follow by an invitation to the quiz night later that day. Graet fun and came second. A lovely day out with my friends for a sad old South Londoner. Well done Simon, and the taem. Keep up the jolly good work.I notice you are advertising for more staff. A very good sign.

Enjoyed a brilliantly cooked (good quality food) three course meal and then an excellent breakfast (great selection, freshly cooked hot food to order). Would highly recommend.

My husband and I dined with a work colleague and two French clients, who were staying at the East Sussex National. We were going to have dinner elsewhere but then decided, happily, to try the hotel restaurant for the first time. The combination of excellent service and interesting, beautifully presented and delicious food was appreciated by us all. Impressing the French is not always easy but our French visitors were very happy.

Food was very good, well presented and well cooked. Each course showed imagination in its ingredients and presentation. Good service and a good wine list. Only criticism was that I did not find the menu very clear.

Excellent breakfast. Extensive choice of food, including hot dishes. Good view of the surrounding countryside and golf course.

The restaurant had a great atmosphere with friendly, attentive staff. The food was excellent and there was a reasonable choice of wines. They also provide a children's menu which was very good. All in all great value.

We had dinner on a Monday evening. The restaurant was surprisingly quiet with most tables empty.The staff were pleasant and helpful.The food was interesting, imaginative, high standard and very well presented.There were however a couple of issues. We asked for some bread with our first courses and it took a long time to arrive. In fact, I had finished my first course before the giant platter of bread and olives arrived. Most restaurants offer bread before the first courses arrive, not as the first courses are being finished. There was a similar issue with the vegetables ordered to accompany the main courses. These arrived when we were almost halfway through eating the main courses.However, overall it was an excellent meal. Almost £100 for two was perhaps a little expensive, especially as we only had one glass of wine each.

Restaurant was rather quiet, bar area and bar food much busier, so felt a bit conspicuous . The food was beautifully presented and at around £35 for 3 courses with value wines, felt it was good value.

My partner and I enjoyed a romantic meal in the quiet and relaxed atmosphere. plenty of choice for dinner and brilliant and friendly staff just under £100 for two people three course meal a lovely bottle of rose and some cheeky drinks after, was a lovely treat. Can't recomend it enough. Thank you. x

Fabulous meal served in the beautiful surroundings, we ate off of the winter break menu (this had three choices for starter, main and dessert - all of which were on the a la carte menu). £25 per person.Smoked mackerel with beetroot and radish salad, Foi gras and chicken livers were starters of choice for us. Belly pork, scallops and crushed new potatoes with black pudding were my choice for main whilst my partner chose Duck breast with vegetable spring rolls and noodles was his choice.But we both could not resist the cheese board.....and wow it was worth it.All in all a lovely evening.I

Very good choice on set lunch. Tables laid beautifully. Atmospheric piano playing in the background. Excellent service. Lovely view across the golf course from our table even saw deer running outside the window which did put me off ordering the venison but at least you an't get much more locally sourced meat than that!!! A dress code could be imposed as the other diners did not make an effort to dress for lunch which spoilt the otherwise beatiful surrounding. The rest rooms are worth a visit even if you don't need to go as they are luxurious.

The food served is some of the best I have eaten.Portions are a little small and a bit in the expensive side, but I dont have a problem with that if the food is good.With all that said I have never left feeling hungry.

Great service, food, value - top marks all round. Would recommend the cheese board!

Outlook from the restauarant and the pleasant staff

Visited for an evening weekday meal. Service was very good, if a little formal and the food was excellent. Overall experience was great although it was relatively expensive.

great food. worth the money. my wife has food allergies and the chef did really do his best to adapt the items in the menu to deal with them. I felt they were really looking after us. The waitress was really nice too.

My husband and I stayed at the East Sussex National Hotel and had dinner here. It is a Rosette restaurant not sure if 1 or 2). We were met by the door and taken to our seats. Offered water but remember, you will get charged for the water (Sparkling or Still) so do stipulate if you prefer tap water). Our meal was fantastic and there was a marked difference between this restaurant and other 4 star restaurants we have visited in the past few years that weren't that good (we both worked in 4 star and 5 star hotels so know a bit of the service to expect - which unfortunately does make us a bit critical but I do try and be fair). The table was at the window, candle lit with a red rose. We had lovely salted and unsalted butter with warm a warm roll. My husband had chicken liver and foie groie terrine with a rhubarb chutney and melba toast. I had pumpkin soup with crème freishe. We both had Confit duck on red cabbage, spinach leaves, creamy mash and jus and then Chocolate tart with zesty orange custard. It was absolutely lovely. I would highly recommend it.

Absolutely fabulous food, the view from the restaurant is out of this world, will definitely go there again if nearby.