The Hastings Arms in Medway - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

A wonderful Sunday roast. Choice of 3 meats, more veg you could think or eat and as much gravy u can fit on your plate. And not forgetting the sauces for everyone to choose.. the Roast potatoes where the best we have out at a pub in years. Staff were great and nothing was rushed… we also tried the puddings.. Again outstanding… such great value for amazing food..

Terrific Sunday Lunch staff amazing . Pulled out all the stops . Mother in law had lovely vegetarian alternative. Debbie great hostess we will be back

An excellent Sunday roas in a charcter pub. Warning, you need to book well in advance! Easy to find as the road is straight off the roundabout at the junction of lower rainham road and Ito way (the bypass road from the Twydall roundabout)

Just had lunch with a friend and enjoyed a delicious meal. There are four meat choices, I had the pork ad my friend had beef. Both were melt in the mouth tender and the gravy tasted superb. A good choice of vegetables which were fresh and appetising. Highly recommended !!!

We first recently visited this pub for a wake and said we would return as the place had a good pub feel. Good with kids, so clean, warm as friendly staff everything you want. We returned for Sunday lunch, we had a good meal. Lovely staff and we would go back again.

Visited to have an evening meal on Wednesday. On inquiring at the bar was informed that there was no food on offer. The bar and what we could see of the dining area appeared run down. Pub sign outside showed that food was available Tuesday to Saturday with a carvery on Sundays. Don't think we will be going back.

A birthday celebration with an overnight stay. Staff very attentive. Room clean and comfortable. It snowed on our visit with the threat of being snowed in but it wouldn't have mattered as there was such a lovely atmosphere. Dinner was delicious with knowledgeable staff to guide us through the menu. Good selection of beers. Breakfast could have been a problem when there was a power cut, however there was enough food on the buffet and the staff somehow made sure we had a hot sausages in a sandwich to send us on our way. Staff were out early to clear the snow and even helped push my car out of the car park.

If you are looking for a home cooked roast with a choice of 4 meats and gorgeous gravy then here you go. No frills but good honest food, and gravy. Sure it is a room in the back of a pub and the decor is old pub not corporate chain but if the food is better, and did I mention the gravy ;)

Came here for the first time today, food was yummy and great value for money and the staff so friendly and helpful, cant wait to come again 😊

Booked on Saturday evening for lunch next day by email via website.. Did not get a reply so phoned to confirm, lady said she had been too busy to look at emails. Should book on Friday before by email., but took our phone booking. We arrived at 1'30pm. and restaurant moderately full Wow, we had an excellent meal with great service. After A well presented prawn cocktail Meat cooked to perfection, with tasty gravy and roast potatoes, vegetables well cooked.. Too full for a deserts. Do not be put off by the dated décor of pub, which has the most tatty old carpet I have ever seen. Will certainly be back soon

This pub used to be very smart. No food on sale, only crisps. Beer prices over the top. Toilets not very clean and the carpet on the floor a disgrace. What a shame, this used to be a footballers favourite pub on Saturday afternoons and Sunday mornings.

Love this place for a roast, next best to your own. Can't say I enjoy the bar I tend to literally grab a drink and go straight through as it's rather grubby and needs a refit but staff are all welcoming and efficient, and I definitely wouldn't be put off because the food is fantastic

We booked this for a Sunday lunch for my birthday (which was the day after) to save me having to cook. Well I am so glad we did. We had a very attentive barman attend to our drinks and then lovely staff attend to our meal. The starters were quite simple but very nice but the carvery was as good, if not better, than any expensive chain of carveries. There was a choice of four meat, and the beef was the best I have ever had, so beautiful and tender, plenty of roast potatoes and a good choice of veg and sauces. We didn't have a desert this time as we were full up. Would we return?????? Oh yes, at the very next opportunity!!!!! Definitely need to book though as quite a few people have discovered this little gem

Another Sunday lunch with a friend that hadn't visited the pub in years. Verdict - an excellent Sunday lunch. Staff are polite and service is good.

The meal was very good, only a little personal complaint - would have liked the cauliflower to be cooked a little more but do understand it would suit some people. Excellent selection for all three courses. Would go there again.

We ate Sunday lunch from the carvery and thoroughly enjoyed it. The desserts were also lovely and a decent size. A great local pub with very friendly staff.

went for a friday night drink with a friend - bar staff friendly and helpful. There was live music which wasn't too loud so friend and could have a natter. Only downside was state of the toilets. These definitely need some attention.

We had a family Sunday lunch here and we thoroughly enjoyed the meal. You get a choice from three meats and plenty of veg, roast potatoes and Yorkshire pudding. Recommended

Esta fue la segunda vez que visito el pub asados con amigos para el Domingo y en ambas ocasiones ha sido excelente, recién preparada y la carne tierna y bien preparada y la selección de vegetales y todos bien caliente. El puré de gamuza es delicioso!

The toilets are simply terrible - totally unacceptable. Usually there is no toilet paper and they often have leaks. The bar staff are great which is just as well because otherwise customers would go elsewhere which many have/do in any case. It would not take much to clean the place once in a while and not take customers for granted.

We hired the function room for our club agm. We arrived to set up and arrange the room and within 10 minutes the landlady had appeared. She was in what can only be described as pyjamas and socks. She abruptly asked us 'who moved the Carvery stand?' We all looked around to see what she was upset about and were none the wiser. She repeated herself in an accusatory tone and we all agreed that none of us had touched it or needed to. She said 'someone must have!' again we said we hadn't. This went back and forth until she relented. It was bizarre. Then she asked in the same tone 'who has the van?!" .The owner of the van identified himself and she proceeded to accuse him of driving into the bins! He denied this as it was untrue. Shortly after this she left. We had an uneventful evening aside from this rude welcome. The overall experience of the pub was ok. It needs some updating but was fine for our needs.The 2 bar staff on duty were friendly and very able. We were very grateful for their efficiency.

Been here for lunch with family to celebrate my mums birthday, very good meal & service. Great to go to a local pub that isn't a part of a big consortium, good home cooked food ( I hear the Sunday carvery is very good too

First time at The Hastings Arms for a Sunday roast and everything was absolutely delicious. the meat was so tender and there was loads of it which pleased hubby as he is a carnivore. The roast potatoes were golden and crispy and home cooked. No frozen ones in sight . Loads of fresh veg too. Would recommend it to anyone but best to book. They seem to have sittings so you never feel rushed or squashed. Will defo go again.

I have been coming here for many years - it's a family tradition now. I have never had a bad meal. Everything is cooked brilliantly and the roast potatoes are out of this world.The staff are great and every visit has been enjoyable.

Went here as a family group. Friendly staff and a comfortable restaurant. Traditional Sunday lunch with everything done correctly - what more do you want? Best beef I've had for a long time. Prices are very reasonable. We had a good meal in a relaxed atmosphere. Mostly family groups like ourselves. Would go again. I recommend The Hastings Arms.

I hadn't been to this pub in around 10 years. I have to say that it hasn't changed much, which in the main is a good thing.The staff are courteous and the Carvery Sunday lunch has got to be the best you can have for miles. £8.95 and it was so very tasty. No room for a dessert but I am sure they would have been just as good.How could it improve? Probably in the decor / style of the dining area as it appears a little dated but it wouldn't stop me going back.You will need to book if in a group, we were lucky to be squeezed in as a couple.

A small family get together, in-laws and outlaws! Came for the Sunday Carvery, and we were not disappointed either. The food was plentiful and well cooked and presented. More than enough for a growing lad like me!! The drinks were a very reasonable price and the atmosphere in the bar and the restaurant was most convivial. Thank you staff for you kind attentions.

I was recommended this pub by a friend as a good place to take my family for a carvery and it didn't disappoint. The food was fresh and well cooked and the staff were very friendly and accommodating.

I think anyone who has been would agree the restaurant is a little dated however the staff have always been so friendly. It's a bit old peoples home if I'm honest, the meat is normally a bit dry but that is all made up for the best roast potatoes, vegatables and gravy you could ever want to go with a Sunday lunch. Seriously, I could go there, forget the meat and just feast on the vegatables smothered with their gravy. This site is about honesty and I hate to say anything negative but if you guys could just get the meat right you'd have the best Sunday lunch in England!

Absolutely fantastic carvery,cooked to perfection,a must visit for those people who like traditional Sunday food.

Visited for the 1st time yesterday for their Sunday Carvery with my Daughter and her Boyfriend, as this place was recommended to me.The food was truly gorgeous, everything was cooked to perfection and the roast potatoes were to die for!Great value for money and the staff were ALL friendly. We most certainly will be going back. 3 Very happy and full customers

fab food basic surroundings WELL WORTH IT THOUGH went for Sunday carvery, cramped dining area but like Isaid the carvery was one of the best

First visit to Hasting Arms for sunday carvery. Must say absolutely fantastic service throughout. Food brilliant and plentiful. Bar staff very attentative especially Hayley, who was so professional. Chef was very very professional and the food served was outstanding

First visit on recommendation, the Carvery was very nice, had 2 choices of 3 meats, I had beef and turkey both were cooked well and tender, veg was nice ( not frozen potatoes) the only down side was dessert I had apple caramel pie, I asked for custard separate but it come smothered and in such a small bowl it was awful! My uncle asked for cheesecake with ice cream and was told it only come with cream or custard!!! How bizarre!! I will return because the Carvery is nice but website said £7.50 per adult and we were charged £8.50 deserts were around £4-£4.50 bit expensive for what they were like!

Went for Mother's Day with my kids and parents. The pub decor is dated and yes we waited to be called up to be served but we didn't find either of these things a problem. The waitresses were helpful and the restaurant has a very friendly/relaxed feel to it. The food was delicious, meat cooked to perfection and the roast potatoes were the best I've had! We finished with puddings which were good too. We'll def return.

Went for a Sunday lunch awful décor had to wait to be called by table to get your lunch (just like school dinners) and the food was at best very average. Will not return.

Don't be put off by the look of the pub, the food in the carvery is excellent we have eaten here many times and its always been superb

To be honest the pub is a little out dated. But the Sunday carvery is brilliant. Absolutely love it. Always full of people. I have also been here on a Saturday night. I did come out a bit late (10pm) and there was only about 7 other people there. Which was nice for us as we wanted to chat.

Use the Hastings arms a lot for there carvery on Sunday's with the family. 10/10 for the food. Awesome. Waiting staff can't do enough for you as well as the bar staff. Try booking as early as poss as it gets booked real quick. Everything is fresh. No pre packed rubbish. Great choice of meat for the roast. Veg option is available. Good value for money, parking is a bit small but you'll find somewhere around 2 mins walk. Plenty of choice of beer & wines. As I've said, we come here for Sunday lunch when nobody wants to cook as it's the best home cooked food you can buy. Treat yourself to this little gem.

Visited again. And again the food was first class, freshly prepared and unique. Love it, love it, love it.

We have regularly eaten here for the Sunday Carvery and have never been disappointed, always excellent. Decided to try the new evening meal menu for my birthday and had a very enjoyable evening. Food was of good quality, well cooked and large portions. Very good service. Highly recommend.

As a former landlady I do understand pub life. The Hastings Arms needs help. You may get good reviews but......Your sign Hastings Arms is falling gradually from the wall. That is a classic sign that you are in trouble. This pub needs an injection of funds. Look for someone with real money. Close and refurb. You need to update or you are going to fail.. I never visited your loos but my husband did. Loos are a window on how you are doing. You are not....doing. He asked me not to see the loos. If the loos are awful what is the kitchen like? That is reality.You have great potential. You have a good housing estate behind you. You have the Riverside Country Park. You can be refurbished and shine.BUT you are still serving an old fashioned clientele. Kids playing your pool table no no no no. If you refurb but keep the table ( I would advise get rid) stop the kids. Pubs are primarily an adults place. Invite in adults who bring kids to be entertained you will lose. If cash is an issue and I do understand go and find a backer. You have huge potential. Use it don't lose it. Good luck.

Unless this place has been painted and generally tidied up, it is not an impressive hostelry. The choice of beers is extremely limited (maybe it is a "tied house" to a particular brewery?) No wheat beers, for example.

First visit to The Hastings Arms today for Sunday lunch and will be going back again as the food, service, and staff were excellent. What a delightful find.

We have just returned from Easter Sunday carvery at the Hastings Arms! 'what a find', I can't believe we didn't know this pub did Sunday Carvary we only live a couple of miles away. We arrived as a family of 6 with my mum in a wheelchair, the lady I booked with had explained the wheelchair access so I knew what we had to do, when we got into the bar the lady who served us said we might have a short wait so we ordered a drink it was fine and she was very friendly considering she was managing a very busy bar. We had to wait about 20 mins that was fine it was Easter Sunday. The barmaid came to tell us our table was ready and another staff member took my mum and me around the side of the bar to a ramped access to get the chair to the restaraunt side. When we got there the restaraunt manager and his wife were there to greet us and show us the table they had picked that was suitable for a wheelchair, I thought this was really nice as usually we are left to it. We were told a waitress would be over to see if we wanted starters and the manager apologised we were late being seated. However, we didn't realy expect to be prompt on a such a busy Sunday. We had starters which were fine, pretty average. BUT omg the carvery was something else, it was very organised, they have one table at a time go up and you are asked to chose 2 meats out of 3, the portion is very generous, my 16 yr old son can eat loads as can my hubby, its always a worry for both of them who gets the most! They are both meat and potato lovers, they needn't have worried they had pleanty. Personally, I love vegetables just as much and I was really impressed, cabbage, broccoli, carrots and mashed sweed. Vegetables were fresh and cooked to perfection nothing overcooked or too hard. Roast potatoes were amazing. The manager came up after our meal to ask what we thought, he told us all potatoes and veg were prepped by him and not bought in already done and this is where the difference is! Honestly, credit to ALL the staff that work here, they do a great job and the Sunday Carvery is amazing, the only bad thing.... my son wants to go every week!

Traditional sunday carvery in a quaint english pub setting. Excellent quality and portions, staff are very helpful. Need to book for Sunday carvery. If you take the family to the Strand or Riverside Country Park it is convenient to stop here for lunch. Excellent value for money.

Very nice food and pleasant staff, well worth a visit. The carvery is well stocked and plentiful, the meat is tender and delicious. Would recommend this pub to any one wanting a friendly drink or a roast on a sundy

Lovely carvery, choice of 3 meats, seasonal fresh veg. The best gravy i've had and the roast potatoes the best I have had out. All piping hot. Waitress staff efficient and friendly.For the price of £7.50 a head and if the standards stay as they are they are on to a winner!Will definetly be returning.Thank you

Food really only standard service not great wouldn't return! its tucked away and difficult to find. Not somewhere I would recommend although friends we were with had a great time

We had sunday lunch in the Hastings Arms today to celebrate my friend's 50th birthday. We hadn't been there for a while but it was just as good as our last visit. Delicious food from a very generous carvery plus lovely puddings. The 2 landlords were very welcoming and pleasant as were the the other staff. We have also in the past had our 50th birthday party in their function room and they supplied the food which was excellent and plenty of it.

Friendly Landlord and staff, wide choice of drinks, reasonably priced food at lunchtime,Good free entertainment on Friday evenings.