Sylvan Oak in Arun

Excellent food and service. Could be a little warmer on cold days. But worth a visit.

Perfect family lunch for my mums birthday today. Delicious food, beautifully presented, lovely dining room, all fabulously hosted by Ben & the team. Thankyou so much xx

We celebrated my wife’s birthday on Tuesday evening. 12 guests enjoyed the most wonderful food and wine beautifully presented and expertly served. . The concern to detail ensured the whole evening was a huge success. Thank you all, for making Julia’s evening sp memorable.

Best restaurant in worthing. Excellent quality food and the staff are the best

The restaurant is clean, decor tasteful with calm colours and staff welcoming, friendly and respectful. Presentation of food was both delightful and delicious, tasteful and tantalising. All questions answered in a confident, informed and friendly way.

Wow, what a beautiful meal! A real hidden gem, absolutely wonderful restaurant, amazing food, and THE most charming host Ben. Cannot recommend this place enough, we will certainly be visiting again.

Wow, what a beautiful meal! A real hidden gem, absolutely wonderful restaurant, amazing food, and THE most charming host Ben. Cannot recommend this place enough, we will certainly be visiting again.

The most wonderful evening! Have never visited before, so first time for us. The food was absolutely delicious, great ambience, and amazing drinks. Ben was exceptional and looked after us so perfectly, nothing was too much trouble. Would give higher ratings if we could! We will most certainly visit again.

2 of us went there tonight. Both had the scallops in tikka masala sauce and the beef fillet, the food was incredible. I would highly recommend going there.

2 of us went there tonight. Both had the scallops in tikka masala sauce and the beef fillet, the food was incredible. I would highly recommend going there.

Came for a family Birthday and it hit the mark in all areas Welcome natural and friendly Service very good Drinks cocktails and wine exciting Food outstanding beautifully cooked imaginative and presentation stunning This is going to be our new go to restaurant

I took my Mother to lunch at the Sylvan Oak restaurant today, and we thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience. We were shown to a lovely window table, and honestly the staff could not have been more attentive and helpful. They were so cheerful and friendly and that always enhances a dining experience. As far as the food was concerned, well,it was superb. The menu choice isn't huge, but honestly we could have picked any item knowing we'd have enjoyed it. In the end we had 2 courses at £40 each which was really well priced in my view. Our main courses were Saddle of Rabbit ,which was fantastic to see on a menu and did not disappoint. It was so delicious and well presented. Our dessert was Peach Melba Cheesecake,again a delight and was so smooth and silky. The atmosphere felt very relaxed and quite intimate and was perfect for a different kind of non-pub Sunday lunch in a very pretty village. It really is to be recommended. I'm just annoyed with myself that I've only just discovered such a gem!

At last - I have found an independent restaurant in West Sussex where the food is entirely wonderful and service impeccable! Have spent a long time searching. Located in Findon, a village nesting in the South Downs that looks like Miss Marple should have a cottage there, the menu was imaginative and the food prepared with love and pride. It's in easy striking distance of Arundel, Worthing, Chichester and Shoreham. Also impressed buy the distance between the tables which mweant conversation flowed easily.

The most gorgeous meal for a wedding anniversary celebration. The food was absolutely outstanding; fabulous menu, delicious courses and beautifully presented. Chefs took such care and pride in each plate. The best meal out in West Sussex we've had, and fitting for the occasion (and we're really big foodies!). The staff were so warm, friendly and attentive, we were made to feel very welcome and well looked after. The range and presentation of the cocktails really made for some wows from the table. The Old Fashioned in particular! Really can't recommend the Sylvan Oak enough; a big thank you for having us and look forward to returning soon!

Delicious food, great cocktails and amazing staff. It's just a shame that we live so far away, otherwise the Sylvan Oak would become a regular haunt for us!

An absolute must visit if you're in and around the Findon area. Food was at an incredibly high level. I would definitely recommend the rabbit. Atmosphere wise there was a really nice buzz about the place. And the service was impeccable from every member of staff who came to our table. I finished the night with a glass of Duc De Sauternes. Do not leave Slyvan Oak without trying one.

The most incredible food, superb hospitality and never a disappointment.

An excellent place to eat. The food and service was second to none. Helped make my wife's birthday special.

Our favourite place to eat for a special occasion. Food and service top noch and always made welcome and special whenever we go

Fantastic food, each course beautifully presented and very tasty. The staff were knowledgeable, helpful and are a credit to the restaurant. A great atmosphere and highly recommended. Worthy of 5 star rating.

Brilliant restaurant that has built a reputation for excellence. Very busy need to book.

Attended my friend’s 60th birthday! We all enjoyed a very special lunch mainly due to the fantastic food. A huge thanks to the staff for the constant attention to ensure we were all looked after. We all hope to return again at some point.

A birthday treat and what a treat it was everything was absolutely spot on we couldn’t fault a thing. Bens Vespa’s are a must a real sting in the tail that much so I had to have another. Thank you guys for a memorable evening we will be back.

My wife and I visited this place for my birthday and were not disappointed. I could leave a long review about this wonderful fine-dining restaurant but I will just make some observations:- Service - Excellent. Very friendly and welcoming. Nothing too much trouble. Atmosphere - nice vibe and very laid back. Food - Incredible! I could not fault any of the food or drink. One of the best restaurants I have been to. An absolute taste extravaganza and all cooked to perfection. I asked the waiter (The boss I think) how the beef fillet would be cooked and he replied "Beautifully" and he was not wrong. We will return to Sylvan Oak without a doubt. If you want to go and eat somewhere a bit special that is small enough to be intimate but large enough to have a vibe then book a table. You won't regret it.

My wife and I visited this place for my birthday and were not disappointed. I could leave a long review about this wonderful fine-dining restaurant but I will just make some observations:- Service - Excellent. Very friendly and welcoming. Nothing too much trouble. Atmosphere - nice vibe and very laid back. Food - Incredible! I could not fault any of the food or drink. One of the best restaurants I have been to. An absolute taste extravaganza and all cooked to perfection. I asked the waiter (The boss I think) how the beef fillet would be cooked and he replied "Beautifully" and he was not wrong. We will return to Sylvan Oak without a doubt. If you want to go and eat somewhere a bit special that is small enough to be intimate but large enough to have a vibe then book a table. You won't regret it.

Fantastic across the board. Amazing food, excellent service for my birthday meal. The saddle of rabbit and pancetta main was especially noteworthy. Enthusiastic, knowledgeable and attentive service from Ben (and lady whose name I did not catch) . Will hopefully be back one day if in the area.

We went as a family of 9 people, including a 1 year old. The service was exceptional, every member of the team were warm and welcoming. Kara served us, and she went above and beyond with her 5* customer service. Me and my husband both forgot our baby’s dinner 🤦🏼‍♀️ This wasn’t a problem and Bonnie had her first ever fine dining experience! (Mash and a selection of purées beautifully presented). Our food was the best food we had eaten in a very long time, we will return again soon. Also, for the quality of the food the prices are very fair and not over priced. Thank you for such a lovely meal

Yet another WONDERFUL dinner at Sylvan Oak Restaurant!!

Had a lovely lunch with family and friends excellent meal we all enjoyed Service was great and staff knew all about the food they where serving. Have been several times before and look forward to more visits later in the year

Friends surprise birthday dinner , absolutely stunning , faultless, great food , great service & great atmosphere. All the staff were so friendly and helpful 10/10 highly recommend.

Had a belated work’s Christmas lunch. & everything was amazing. Highly recommend this place. My first time but definitely not my last

We booked a meal for a 60th birthday and we were very impressed with the food, ambience and the attentive staff team. They made the evening very enjoyable and fun. We would definitely be returning and highly recommend a visit.

We love visiting Sylvan Oak and this time everything was more than expected. Great starters, awesome mains and my chocolate fondant was perfect!!!

Excellent service, excellent menu. Top range continental Bistro. Would definitely return. The lamb was exceptional. Wine list is huge.

A superb Dining experience for our group. Would thoroughly recommend this restaurant for couples, friends groups and larger gatherings. Sinan, Ben and all the Staff never fail to excel.

Great meal with a large group of friends. Food excellent, and the staff and service were seamless. Cannot wait to go back for dinner soon.

Wonderful attentive meal. We enjoyed every mouthful. Tasty, beautifully cooked and presented .

A wonderful Sunday lunch! This restaurant is very special and all the staff are friendly and passionate about the quality of their dishes using locally sourced foods . Their beef wellington was the best I have ever tasted! Well done!!

The food was wonderful, the cocktails great were and the staff couldn't have been more lovely. They were attentive, friendly and helpful when asked for recommendations. We will definitely return here.

Hi Sinan, We had a fantastic meal today to celebrate my wife June birthday Many thanks Sinan for looking after us so well. Happy New Year Patrick

Never had a bad meal here. Lovely

I can honestly say I had the best experience and evening at Sylvan Oak. The food was absolutely divine, as were the cocktails. The staff were extremely helpful, friendly and made me feel comfortable at the restaurant. There was a lovely live singer there who really made the meal feel more festive (even though I didn’t think that could happen) Such a wonderful evening here.

I can honestly say I had the best experience and evening at Sylvan Oak. The food was absolutely divine, as were the cocktails. The staff were extremely helpful, friendly and made me feel comfortable at the restaurant. There was a lovely live singer there who really made the meal feel more festive (even though I didn’t think that could happen) Such a wonderful evening here.

Wonderful food and great service.

Exquisite! Extremely helpful staff, exceptional food and the most delicious cocktails! This should definitely be a place that you visit next!

Delicious food. Well cooked, nicely presented.

Probably the best place I have been; staff and food were excellent. I am already planning my next visit

The ambiance and the food is amazing. Very friendly, immaculately clean and the food is exceptional. The only thing that prevented five stars was no choice for the less discerning child with us. A slightly limited menu albeit a great one. The haste in which the table was cleared after our roll and then again after the starter. Would have felt more relaxed if we had been given a few minutes. But all in all this was a great taste experience.

The food was just amazing! The setting is beautiful and tastefully decorated. The staff couldn't be better. I cannot recommend this restaurant enough. Definitely 5 out of 5 on every level

Went for a very special occasion and Ben (front of house) was absolutely outstanding from the second we arrived. It was my parents 60th wedding anniversary and both said that Ben made the whole experience, he’s such an asset to this fabulous little restaurant. We tried a mocktail (secret garden) and the chilli margarita, both delicious. And all courses were beautifully presented and delicious. Couldn’t fault a single thing. All sauces were some of the best we’ve had anywhere, Chef clearly knows what he’s doing! Highly recommend and good value given the quality and quantity of the food, topped off by wonderful service. Thanks for making our special lunch all the more special!

Went for a very special occasion and Ben (front of house) was absolutely outstanding from the second we arrived. It was my parents 60th wedding anniversary and both said that Ben made the whole experience, he’s such an asset to this fabulous little restaurant. We tried a moctail (secret garden) and the chilli margarita, both delicious. And all courses were beautifully presented and delicious. Couldn’t fault a single thing. All sauces were some of the best we’ve had anywhere, Chef clearly knows what he’s doing! Highly recommend and good value given the quality and quantity of the food, topped off by wonderful service. Thanks for making our special lunch all the more special!

We had a lovely evening at Sylvan Oak, the staff were all brilliant and the food was lovely. We had partridge and halibut preceded by top quality starters including scallops, prawns and foie gras pate. Great experience and we will be coming back soon.

Every aspect of our meal here was absolutely brilliant, the restaurant itself is sleek and clean and open whilst maintaining character with the exposed wooden beams. We came as a party of 11 to celebrate a 60th birthday and everyone was impressed with the absolutely delicious dishes that were served and the wine selection was also great. I'd highly recommend the Duck main and the Crème brulé dessert! Service was attentive and informative whilst also fun and friendly, one of the best overall food experiences I've had in recent years. You won't regret giving the Sylvan Oak a try.

I love the friendly service which isn't overbearing or too pushy. Highly recommend sitting next to the bar and chatting with the staff there. We learnt a lot just by watching cocktails being made. The Cosmo and Old fashioned were really special. And a 3 course meal is good value with plenty of choice

Here for a friend's special birthday party. All the food and drink was beautifully presented and delicious. Other items on the menu were just as tempting. I'm sure we will return and benefit from the great food and the easy goodwill of the staff.

Wow! What an experience. They made us feel so special!! Please don’t change a thing!! Ben and Kara were amazing and so interesting to talk to with great suggestions. Great value for money!

set in the middle of Findon village, great little place with a bistro atmosphere. Good waiting staff experience and excellent food. we were all impressed with the experience.

Marvellous food. Great menu choice Great service Lovely setting Good cocktails Nice wine selection We had Beef wellington Duck Venison Halibut Perfectly prepared and served.

The Sylvan Oak is so special! Sinan, Ben, Karen, Cara and the rest of the team create the most welcoming and relaxing atmosphere whilst also bringing the fun to Findon! Let’s not forget the incredible food -the goats cheese starter is to die for.. and the halibut is just beautiful. The cocktails from Ben are also unbelievable!!! Can’t wait for our next visit x

From the time we walked in until we left the service was tops The food was exceptional matched by great wines. A great place to take a special lady I would definly be going back there again

Great food served by great staff we mentioned it was mother in laws birthday and they bought out her sweet with a candle and sang happy birthday great night

Having recently moved to the area this is a restaurant that hubby had wanted to try for awhile but the distance put him off. Living closer encouraged him to book for lunch with friends, then again as a treat for our daughters birthday. Both visits were on a Friday lunchtime, which is really quiet and personable. Front of house is Ben and he's great. Super friendly and excellent at his job. Perfect fit for this amazing little restaurant. Both times I've opted for the foie gras for starters as it's not something you find in many restaurants and it's delicious. The beef fillet main melts in the mouth and the pork chop is perfectly cooked and full of flavour. The food is beautifully presented. The wines are plentiful and the cocktails are excellent. It has certainly become our favourite restaurant to go to for a treat. Infact we're already booked in for hubby's birthday in October!

Me and my partner visited the Sylvan Oak at the beginning of August with family and all we can say is WOW! We were absolutely blown away, from the attentive service from all the staff, the tranquil atmosphere and the outstanding food we all had. Even with it being a smaller venue you feel as if you have your own privacy between tables, which was lovely, as we were able to freely chat amongst ourselves and not feel as if we were disturbing anyone else that was there. While all the staff were amazing, we would like to give a extra special thanks to Ben who made our time there even more enjoyable. From providing recommendations of wines that would compliment our dishes to his attentiveness throughout our booking, he’s an essential asset to the business and makes everyone feel welcomed and well looked after. The food was incredible! You can tell that all the chefs involved have a true passion for what they are serving. Everything is incredibly thought out and all ingredients compliment each other throughout every dish. The variety of different foods available on their menu means everyone can find something to enjoy and tuck into. A couple of us had a look through their cocktail menu and tried their Passionfruit Martini, which we agreed was the best one we’ve ever had. The cocktails alone have convinced us to return to try the others available, what better way to make the most of the atmosphere inside and outside the venue? I would highly recommend, without a doubt, to pop into the Sylvan Oak whether you want a sit down meal or a couple of drinks to unwind from the hustle and bustle of daily life. It truly is a hidden treasure in Findon, and one we hope more people make the most of.

Last night's experience at Sylvan Oak was amazing. The food was amazing and the service was second to none. Thank you Ben and company we will definitely be back.

If you're looking for somewhere for that special meal, then you really can't go wrong with Sylvan Oak. Truly outstanding food and fantastic service. I'll be back.

The food and cocktails were absolutely amazing. The staff are very friendly…. This has now become my favourite restaurant.

It is always such a joy to dine at the Sylvan Oak. We were a party of 19 and everything ran so smoothly (we did pre-order), thanks to the wonderful service from the dedicated, friendly staff. The food is just delicious - each course is...

Excellent is all that needs to be said.

We had come down to visit my aunty and uncle from north wales who frequent the Sylvan Oak and it’s with great excitement we accompanied them to the eatery yesterday evening. We have visited before but I have never had time to write a proper review. Having visited many fine dining and Michelin started eatery’s all over the world this is my analysis; Bartending up there with the best in the world. Service impeccable. Food is divine. Wine Is fantastic. I encourage anyone that loves any of the above to visit. Is it possible to give 6 stars ?

Another wonderful experience at Sylvan Oak. Fabulous welcome as you step through the door as always. Efficient, attentive and very personable table service from every member of the team. Delicious food - couldn’t fault the parfait, fillet steak and chocolate fondant! And to top it...

Dinning at Sylvan Oak is a wonderful experience, first you are greeted by the amazing front of house team, who are professional and attentive and offer the best service ever. The aperitif and cocktails are not to be missed. The food is first class, the...

Excellent food, great service, lovely, informal, relaxed restaurant. Will definitely be going back!👍🏻

Pure delight! A beautiful dining experience. Thank you!

We found this restaurant through a friend’s recommendation and so glad we visited. We were greeted warmly and shown to our table quickly. Some Sussex sparkling to start followed by a lovely Chablis. The menu was classic and cooked well. Sounds silly but the butter...

Our favourite resto in Sussex. Just perfect, food, staff, ambience. A must going, fancy but never pretencious, plenty of food but still glamorous.

This is a fabulous restaurant with excellent food. We felt it was a perfect spot for a special event out. Other folk were obviously regular customers.

Great service as always and amazing food. So lucky to have this restaurant nearby! Fillet of beef is spot on always. Perfect wine selection even the house wines are great.

Top notch restaurant, everything was perfect, lovely food served by nice friendly staff, a must of a visit if ever down in Findon.

This place is a gem! We've been here a few times. The staff are incredibly welcoming and friendly. The bar managers cocktails are inventive and very drinkable! The food, as always, was delicious. Will be returning soon.

Having just opened for lunch and from our past experience for evening dining we decided on lunch. This was an excellent experience, the staff were exceptional, especially Ben who we knew from the Pitch, friendly, attentive and helpful. The menu is perfect for lunch fixed...

The service from Ben & Karen was excellent. The food was delicious. The cocktails were divine.

We went to Sylvan Oak for a friends reunion. The restaurant was quite busy for a Tuesday evening which made for good atmosphere. Synan served up well presented and delicious food which was complimented by Ben and his team’s very attentive service. Ben also served...

Perfect! Delicious food and excellent service. This is a superb restaurant for meat-eaters, no good for vegetarians. Very good wine list, including wines by the glass.

Superb meal, loved the interesting menu combinations. Feast for the eyes as well as the palate. Strongly recommended.

Ben was superb throughout, very attentive and fantastic front of house. Ben recommended many cocktails and wines to pair with our fantastic meal and we will be recommending this gem to family and friends. Also great choice of Kodaline 😜

a lovely restaurant. Food was delicious but the staff were incredible. Ben and Kara cannot do enough to make sure your visit is special. They are very passionate, attentive and knowledgeable. We cannot wait to return. thank you x

What a beautiful restaurant from every element. So glad I live in the same village

Incredible food, unbelievable flavours 100% recommend

What a fantastic gem of a place ! The quality of the food was amazing and presentation top notch. And the service was friendly and personable. We wanted to go somewhere special and we weren't disappointed. What a delight. We will definitely be coming back to celebrate special occasions.

Lets start with the service. Polite and efficient. Not intrusive but attentive friendly staff who know how to make your dining experience a pleasure. The food. It is a wow double wow experience. Where else in the Worthing area or beyond can you get such...

Súper lunch, went with a friend for a very belated birthday. Food was amazing. Started with wood pigeon which was delicious, followed by duck and then an amazing parsnip crème caramel. Friend had the burrata, followed by lamb with Stilton soufflé and a lemon meringue...

Absolutely stunning from start to finish. Ben was an incredible host and knew the menu inside out. We suggested what sort of wine we were looking for and you could see this was his domain and he picked us out a fantastic Rioja, told us about the wine owner and where his business is. The food was fresh, exciting and completely original. Gluten free was not a problem at all; for example where the dish called for soy sauce the chefs cooked up a prune reduction instead. Definitely going back!

Brilliant New Year’s Eve. Superb food, wine flight and atmosphere. Great start to 2023 🥳

I cannot fault this restaurant for food, ambience, staff all but one thing, they continue to serve foie gras. This is iso cruel why do they serve it when the rest of their menu is fabulous The geese suffer so much, their beaks are forced...

Everything was top notch..fantastic food, waiter was excellent, blood orange gin was superb..one of my favorite places to eat. Lunch time visit...great choice. Highly recommend.

What truly sets the worlds best restaurants, such as the Sylvan Oak, apart? The never-failing ability to deliver an amazing experience every single time. Few restaurants can achieve this. Quite a few restaurants can give you an amazing experience once or twice only to let you down the next time. But the Sylvan Oak is truly world class, being one of the very, very few that every single time, with the utmost expertise, delivers a perfect experience, somehow seemingly outclassing it's previous best. I've eaten here at least 5 times in the last few months, as a table of 1, 6 and 9. It doesn't matter how many or few people we are, or how busy they are, every time the incredible team at the Sylvan Oak deliver a mouthwatering experience with the very best service. And it's not just me - I've lost count of the number of tables next to me commenting 'as usual that was the best Ben' - which also demonstrates another accolade - it seems half the guests are on first name terms with the staff, another sign of their exquisite service and the genuine relationships they've built with so many guests. For a totally transformational experience, you must try the Sylvan Oak. The food is the very best - imaginative dishes with items you'll rarely see at other restaurants, such as red deer loin, beef wellington, partridge, foie gras, all cooked so unbelievably perfectly you didn't know it was possible. I've eaten scallops probably near hundreds of times, foie gras dozens of times and none have been anywhere near as exquisite as at the Sylvan Oak. So many incredible complementary flavours abound on each plate, creating the most delicious taste sensation you'll ever have. The service is on another level. Its attentive, with perfect timing. The staff go out of their way to make you feel welcome, finding time to build a little genuine conversation with each table, and it's not just 1 or 2 times the head chef has come out to talk to customers. Obviously this isn't every time, but I can't remember the last time I've seen this anywhere else and shows how much the Sylvan Oak cares about it's customers and goes the extra mile to give the very best experience. The drinks menu is incredible, with a wide variety of best-in-class items. They recently launched a cocktail menu which is extraordinarily dangerous! Each cocktail is far too delicious and, as with everything else, is so expertly mixed it covers up the overly generous 50% alcohol within, meaning you (or at least I) will have no idea how much alcohol you are drinking - be careful! Fine dining but with a friendly, personable atmosphere. Incredible. I just can't wait until they launch a tasting menu - if you could eat a little of every one of their immeasurable dishes in one sitting, you truly would be in heaven! All in all, I'm not sure you'll find a better restaurant in the world. Certainly not in Sussex and probably not in the UK. For me, winner of best restaurant worldwide in every single category other than 'panoramic sea views across a Mediterranean coastline' - sadly Findon can't support that!

Had an excellent evening here with friends for New Year. Fantastic food...fantastic cocktails and fantastic service all through the evening from Synan and all the staff. Will definitely be back for meals during the year and perhaps another to see 2024 in as well..!!

Dined on New Years Eve with friends. Cocktails on arrival a real treat, food stunning, service impeccable. Will definitely return and thoroughly recommend!

Absolutely incredible food with equally incredible service.

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