The Denbigh in Rother

I looked at reviews and tried....it is fabulous for lunch and the food was delicious with table service by lovely friendly staff. Will be back as the menu has many dishes that appealed. Had duck salad and burger main.. no pictures as tucked in lol. Starters in pics are fresh n delicious.... dessert is excellent...so glad we tried

Not often I write a 5⭐️ review but The Denbigh has my vote. We have only just started frequenting this pub and in the last few weeks we’ve had delicious dressed crab, yummy fish pie and a delight berry meringue with Chantilly cream but the best was the starter or Rye Scallops! Just Devine… the biggest and most delicious scallops I’ve ever had and way more than I was expecting for a starter! We look forward to going back very soon. Well done The Denbigh 😁

The Denbigh catered for 25 people for a Club function and without a hitch. Food was tasty, service was carried out with a smile and efficiently. Have been a number of times now.

Just moved to the area and have made this our local . Great group of girls behind the bar especially Charlie and Nicole ❤️

Excellent food and brilliant service 👍

We went here today for lunch. Great food and fantastic service. Would definitely recommend.

Chips very greasy,ham freezing cold and eggs burnt. So disappointed.

If you're looking for a traditional pub then this is for you. Cosy vibe, friendly and helpful staff, beer garden and parking. They're dog friendly too and even have a menu for dogs!!

Superb menu and choice of beers along with very friendly and professional staff. Highly recommended.

This is a lovely pub hence the only downside is that it can get crowded on certain days and times. If the sun is out though it has a huge garden area and half enclosed pavilion type seating with electric timed heaters. The food has always been excellent and the food and drink is on the high side of pub prices but its atmosphere and service are worth a little extra

Lovely food and ambience, staff are 🥰 . We had the lobster absolutely delicious and well priced.

Fantastic. Great chef Lovely staff

Nice friendly staff and really good food

Very young staff, one sitting at the bar eating her dinner, asked for a campari and bitter lemon, got a campari with a slice of lemon didn't have bitter lemon. A lot of the dishes that was advertised on the Web menu they were not doing, scallops were as a starter only and were served with smoked salmon as they were running out of scallops. Basically the same menu they always have. Sadly left after just a drink and went elsewhere to eat.

A famous local pub with a very good reputation for food. I visited in the evening and have to say that the reputation is deserved. Very good gastropub menu, with a decent wine list. Food was piping hot and well cooked. Chips were somewhere between chunky chips and fries, and went down well. Big portions. Service was exemplary. The pub itself is old style and a little dated. It hasn't yet had the usual grey paint gastropub refurb, and it is better for that. Friendly locals were the main audience. Recommended.

Food was excellent, staff were friendly and attentive to our groups needs. Recommended.

Visited over the weekend after not having been for a few months, and we're very impressed by all the new changes. It looks so much fresher and the new furniture is a great addition. The staff are super friendly, especially Charly who is so lovely, and the food was amazing. I had the haddock and chips which was probably the best I've ever had, and my friend had the nut burger which she said was wonderful. The desserts looked stunning and tasted amazing, too. We will definitely be back soon for some of their events.

Stopped by for a Thursday lunch and was very pleased with the welcome. Enjoyed a nice pint of Harvey's Best and had a ciabatta with melted brie, bacon and cranberry which is served with a lovely side of leaves and coleslaw. The Denbigh sits right on the main A259 road just west of Bexhill town. It has an old-fashioned feel, which I like, seems popular too as rather well attended. Will almost certainly be going back again. So I did go again, Saturday lunch time, it was fully booked! We sat outside under one of the heaters, luckily the January weather was good, enjoyed a couple of pints of Harvey's and a chicken satay. Delicious.

Superb food 👌 Recommended Denbigh Burger 🍔 and dirty fries. 😋

Visited for lunch on Saturday. It was absolutely freezing in there. We had to put our coats on. Asked staff if they could turn heating on. We were also seated close to the toilet/kitchen & it smelt dirty. On a positive. The staff were nice & the food was lovely.

Having booked a table , it was ready upon our arrival. The waitress was very polite and efficient. Once we settled she returned to ask if we would like drinks, she took the order and left the menus. She did not hover or rush us. Later returning to take our orders. The food was excelkent, hot and tasty. Again we were left to enjoy in peace, she kept an eye on our table from a distance so did not intrude upon our enjoyment. After finishing we were able to remain until we requested more drinks and a sweet menu. Later she asked if we enjoyed our meal , excellent we replied. So now we will return in the future. The real fire was a welcoming gesture, the atmosphere of a village pub filled the whole area. Well done.

Great little boozer with fantastic food. Both Had the chicken tikka masala and popadom, missus had banofee pie and I had sticky toffee pudding. EXCELLENT. Young barmaid serving was ever so polite and studious. Beers and wine were top notch Seats load of people and has interesting decore and wall items to keep everyone amused and entertained.

some guy kept asking for pints of milk, i just wonder if hes ok.

Bar staff were amazing. No faults in the way we were greeted MAJOR DISADVANTAGE There are black cameras in the men's toilet on the left wall right by the long metal urinal. Major privacy issue.

Lovely friendly pub with excellent service and food

I really enjoy this pub. Its nice to find a tradituonal pub with good food rather than a gastropub.

Lovely pub, food was great as was the location. I would really recommend having dinner or just a drink and it’s dog friendly

Great dinner tonight Service excellent. Food superb & great presentation. Will return asap.

We also stop here on our way home from Hastings or Bexhill. It's a lovely friendly pub, with a sun trap garden. Food always looks delicious, but we are yet to try it

We visited on their Greek night (30/8/24), what a delicious meal, food is always excellent here, we could never fault it. All the staff last night were amazing, super friendly always polite. They were very busy and they still continued to be polite and smile. Thank you to those girls for making our evening feel special. We had a problem with our bill and they corrected it straight away with no fuss. We highly recommend The Denbigh :)

Can’t quite put my finger on why we weren’t so keen! The food was very good and the staff were friendly and fairly quick but the whole place looked a bit dated and the toilets were not up to expectations - a deep clean is needed. Also, small things like the table mats ‘sticking’ to the sticky table, left us not overall very impressed. But we certainly could not fault the delicious food!!

Delightful country pub. Full of character.

Nice ambience - garden bar would be fun for a medium-sized party too. Staff lovely but a bit overwhelmed by the demand for Sunday lunch so we waited 40 minutes for our order to be taken. Once taken the food arrived promptly though. I would visit again if in the area.

Lovely staff, fab food! Nice and relaxed atmosphere.

An underrated authentic pub with a big plus!! The food is of very high quality and the card is surprising and versatile. On top the waitress is very friendly and helpfull although she had to work so hard to please al customers. She should definately earn a big salary raise😉👋 Thanks, keep up the good work!!

The best food in all of Bexhill made even better by the service of the waitresses, especially Charly. I enjoy my visit each time and Charly gives 200% at her job to everyone who walks through the doors. She is truly a gift to the pub! Also, a shoutout to the lovely Fred in the kitchen who makes the incredible desserts which not only taste incredible, but look like they should be in a magazine!

Great food but service quite slow

Great pub, good, friendly atmosphere. Highly recommend.

Had Sunday lunch here today. Lovely food cooked to perfection. Generous portions of meat and vegetables. We even took a doggy roast home which our dog enjoyed!

I think I have never given a full five star review on Google before... BUT this pub is tops! Sensational food. Steak and kidney pudding. Awesome dessert. Crumble and custard tart. And absolutely top notch service. So different to corporate pubs (Greene King blah blah) in the UK, with their frozen deep fried nonsense. Do yourself a favour and stop in here!

This place is amazing, great food and service. Staff is so friendly. We came here 3 days in a row and (visiting someone in a near by hospital)sat in the same place each time. On the fourth day they were having a special so they reserved the table for us without us asking. Their sweethearts here..as most pubs in England,dog friendly..

We got here with the dogs for a drink ,great garden area. And the dogs love the doggy ice cream. We had a lovely Sunday roast last week. 😋

wow, what can I say, this place is like a timewarp, I haven't seen a pub like this since the early 80s, I think all of the interior, including the coats on the rack by our table and the many extension leads under my seat, really added to the nostalgic leap back in time. Unfortunately, we were greeted by a friendly lady who showed us to our table and happily advised we had a choice of two, one by the gents and one by the ladies, both of which had the 1980s charm of eau de piss. The carpet was something of a magical mystery, i think Alladin had used the stair carpet on numerous occasions for some of his epic journeys, as it was particularly grubby, if only he had used one of his wishes to scrub it up a bit. Moving on to the food, the fish pie was something of a wonder, we wondered where the fish was, on the plus side there was lots of mash potato in it. The Morrocan stew, was a bit confused, it was more of a runny soup with a side of couscous. The fish and chips, however, was good but the fish, ironically, resembled a camel toe, but a tasty camel toe, so all good there. We browsed the dessert menu but disappointed there was no1980s style black forest gateau, we sadly declined. The toilets were a sight to behold and only further showed the good humour the pub owners must have. A triumphant brown toilet with its gleaming white seat and little flower arrangement on top. All in all, the whole experience was one we wont forget, the day we went back in time.....

An absolute gem of a place well worth a visit great service and very friendly

Great local with good beers and great selection of food

Cracking family pub with excellent food! The chef is an undiscovered genius and the staff are super friendly and helpful.

Lovely food, friendly accommodating staff. We are regulars now and enjoy sitting outside to eat with the comfort of a heater if needed. Thank you x

Visited for a Sunday roast. Overall was OK. Very young waitresses, some have more experience than others, all very sweet and trying their best. We were seated at the top of the pub, with all the miss mash stuff. Left over valentines decorations aswell as Christmas. Plastic table cloths, not very welcoming. Pile of something in the corner with a blanket over it... Wouldn't take much, replacing the carpet, lick of paint and a declutter.

The Denbigh in Bexhill is a culinary gem that left an indelible mark with its fantastic food and inviting atmosphere. My dining experience was elevated by the standout dish, the bacon and brie ciabatta, a delightful creation that embodied perfection on every bite. The combination of crispy bacon and creamy brie, nestled in a warm ciabatta, was a culinary masterpiece that surpassed expectations. Beyond the delectable menu, The Denbigh exudes a friendly and inviting atmosphere. The staff's warm hospitality added to the overall charm, creating a welcoming environment that resonated throughout the visit. Whether it was the attentive service or the cosy ambience, every aspect contributed to a memorable dining experience. The attention to detail in both the food and ambience showcases The Denbigh's commitment to providing patrons with not just a meal but an unforgettable journey for the taste buds and the senses. For anyone seeking a culinary haven in Bexhill, The Denbigh stands as a beacon of excellence, promising a delightful fusion of flavours and a welcoming atmosphere.

Use thus as our local. Food choice a bit limited but excellent quality. Staff always efficient and friendly.

A friend treated me to a birthday meal at The Denbigh and we were delighted with the warm welcome, the lovely 'proper pub' ambience (no noisy music and many interesting items on the walls etc) and the food which was sublime and also beautifully presented.

Had a lovely meal today - great food and service- the food was served piping hot and very reasonably priced.

Great food excellent service and staff were very friendly

Lovely Christmas lunch with relatives. Attentive and friendly staff with great food coming in generous portions. Fantastic.

First time here, friendly staff, good atmosphere, and food we had (ciabattas and cheesy chips) was really tasty. Would love to come back here again

Highly recommend the Greek menu

Good little pub. Watch out for themed nights e.g. Greek, Sausage, Curry and they do Sunday roasts.

A wonderful old fashioned cosy pub. Great food. Great staff

Love it super service and 👍 food and beer 🍻don't forget to follow lilaloveheartbully23 on tiktok

Had a nice quiet drink in the afternoon in the new smoking area, (although we don't smoke). Lots of outside seating areas in the sunshine. Lovely host.

Went for Sunday lunch and had the medley roast. A generous portion of quality meat, and a nice selection of vegetables. Would definitely have this again. One suggestion, it would be great if the medley came with the gravy on the side rather than already on the plate. Different people like different quantities of gravy! Great service , lots of nice indoor and outdoor seating areas both covered and uncovered. Interesting looking menu in addition to the Sunday roast menu. We will definitely be back.

First visit to the Denbigh yesterday for lunch. Lovely friendly staff and the food was beautifully presented and delicious. I had the curry of the day which was amazing. Best pub curry I’ve ever had by far. So fragrant with lemongrass. Incredible. Will be back for sure. Loads of parking and outside space too x

I have a feeling this is the pub I stopped at during my big "driving in the UK" adventure back in July... the rental car company gave me a Mercedes and I had ZERO idea how to read the gas gauge and was afraid I needed to refuel ASAP. The gentleman serving in the dining room/bar kindly came outside to help a very scared American gal trying to make her way to the coast. Many, many thanks.

Excellent in all aspects, service was attentive and our Granddaughter had a really positive experience. Two dogs also had a good time. Thank you.

Went for Aunt's memorial in function room. Excellent service from staff

Disappointed thought would be nice friendly welcoming pub. The atmosphere was so disgraceful you could cut a knife through it, I felt so unwanted and uncomfortable. When you walk in nobody says hello, and on the way out nobody says bye. Sandwich was cheap rubbish, for £8 at least buy decent bread! The crusts were cut off which was probably mouldy. Also very dirty. Definitely won’t be returning.

Nice traditional pub. Some great covered outside areas. Had a drink here with friends, though the food looked nice.

Very good outdoor renovations and service always good. Atmosphere lends one to stay longer !

I first went to the Denbigh in the eighties and of course, they’ve changed hands I don’t have a clue how many times, that is owners or management. However, one thing for certain is it remains a highly valued local pub. The inside hasn’t changed much but maybe I just don’t remember but who cares. It is a great place to socialize with friends. Over the years they've really updated the patio. It is a very pleasing outdoor space. And don’t fret in those awkward spring or autumn weather cuz they have heaters outside!!! Service was friendly and attentive last time I went and the food was very good!!! I highly recommend this pub for a quick bite with family or get together with friends!!!

I had the veggie burger, which wasn't brilliant , but my friends had the Duck salad and both really enjoyed it. The service was slow on the puddings , but that made the evening more relaxed

We had a table for 7 people and the food came out for all of us at the same time, everyone commented on how tasty their meal was and the service was excellent as well.

Lovely family run pub restaurant, great service with beautiful food. Definitely will go again when I'm visiting Hastings

Food and service is consistently good on every visit. This visit was on a quiet Wednesday lunchtime and we sat in the sheltered area of the garden. The sausage cassoulet was very tasty.

Booked a table of 6 for Father’s Day, were put on a table that would fit 4 right by the front door clearly not enough space for 6 people with people passing through to leave having to constantly move out the way. Asked if we could move somewhere else, lady said we could have a bigger table… then someone else promptly gave the table to other people after us waiting at least 20 mins to move. Then had to ask again to be sat at a proper table for 6 people not just a table for 4 with 6 knives and forks. Finally moved table and ordered our food, starters came out promptly.. we then waited around an hour for our mains with other people who had arrived Much after us getting their food, we asked where our food was to which the lady replied “oh it’s been given to another table” was an awful experience we got up and left. They gave us our drinks on the house which was completely expected, after waiting all together 1 hr 40 mins with no mains- if we hadn’t of asked we would have been sat waiting even longer. Ruined our Father’s Day and couldn’t then find anywhere else to eat dinner.

Fabulous place for my 60 th birthday party. The Pavilion was perfect in this heat. Mindy was a wonderful host and went above and beyond helping us and served food quickly. They were fabulous for my vegan, vegetarian and dairy free guests.

Good service and food but pub could do with a little updating.

Nice little traditional pub, didn't try the food, maybe next time

Great food, service, atmosphere and very accommodating A very happy family leaving this evening Chimi chimi burger and duck salad AMAZING Can't wait to return

Visited last night, 16/5/23 for a birthday drink and dinner. Lovely fellow behind the bar, inedible food, which was the “speciality”. Food from boxes, the veg probably warmed up from some previous occasion. Very disappointing!

Lovely meals here. Been a few times. Good quality traditional pub food with a little extra presentation. Fish & chips. Curry of the day was a Thai lemon grass chicken curry very nice.

First visit. Good family run pub with quality pub food.

Disappointed with Sunday roast today, 3 underdone roast potatoes the most thinly sliced fatty beef that's ever been served to me for a roast dinner. I had to send it back and get it replaced. Such a shame as I've eaten here before and the food from the main menu was great. Roast was £18.50 it wasn't worth £10. My friends had the nut roast which was equally terrible.

First time visit and we were thoroughly impressed. The family have just moved to the area and the staff were extremely welcoming, as well as the locals. Andy was front of house as well as our server. We had a lovely cosy clean table with enough space for a buggy. Superb and exciting choices of food on the menu, (some options being "off menu" meant to us that food was fresh and in demand!) The food was excellent quality, ample portions and extremely tasty. Definitely recommend the dessert menu, you can't go wrong! Andy really made our evening one to remember and we will be visiting again in the very near future.

We went here for dinner with our dogs at the end of our vacation. We met super nice waiters who even brought the food to our table, even though it was right in front of the pub and not inside in the great beer garden. People are dog-friendly here, we were asked several times for water for our four-legged friends and we felt very comfortable with so much warmth. The food is outstandingly good and the ambience is right for us and makes a pub exactly that. We will remember this pub for our next trip and will be happy to come back.

Great food excellent service. 7 of us went for a birthday lunch. Thank you 😊

Went for a Sunday roast service was a little slow but all youngsters the food was nice but disappointed with the road potatoes as they were deep fried and not roasted in duck fat as advertised

Enjoyed the food. Hot and tasty. Server was lovely. The only complaint is the smell in the restaurant. Thought the sandwiches were a bit pricey.

Delicious crispy duck and avocado salad, friendly landlady ,we will definitely return.

Great pub restaurant great friendly staff

Great food at a good price...love it

We went there for Ramen Week, as we noticed it was advertised and we were intrigued, as it’s not a very common thing for an old school, traditional pub to produce such dishes. We can honestly say that we cannot fault the meal we received, incredibly well prepared, authentic and fresh. The bar and service staff were attentive, informative and friendly. A good atmosphere and very welcoming. Will definitely be going back again and would recommend it to anyone.

We had Christmas lunch 3:00pm. We waited and waited, very slow service,and we were very disappointed. Turkey wasn’t carved from lg bird. It was meat, from a processed flat pk , which is generally available at cash and carry wholesalers . The whole meal experience was far below standards expected. Also we were seated right next to the Gents Toilets !!! The whole process took approximately 2 hours to complete the disaster. Poor Food, and Service.

Went for a family Christmas lunch. The staff were friendly and the food was great.

Best kept pint I've had in a long time, very friendly staff and food at reasonable prices. Good food too: varied menu, served quickly and made by a chef who obviously loves his job.

Came for the pub quiz but all tables taken and we were told we should have booked. When we said this wasnt on the website the staff member said "Dunno I don't usually work on the bar". Useless.

Service was friendly and food delicious 😋

First visit and not disappointed

We booked a table for Sunday lunch. It was our first time going there. First impressions the interior is of desperate need of updating, it’s dark and grim. The staff were young and inexperienced and rushed off their feet. When our food finally came the portions were good and the vegetables were freshly cooked. However the nut roast was full of peanuts, my partner and I eat nut roast out all the time and have never had one filled with peanuts, obviously cheaper to make . No one asked us if we had a peanut allergy which my partner does.

Could smell the gentleman lavatory from sitting inside the pub expensive

Traditional pub, and great food. Nice seating outside