Ye Olde Bell Inn in Rother

Extremely over rated and ridiculously overpriced, 7 pounds for microwaved waffle, that was terrible, and most mains are terrible and 17+ pounds, would recommend you literally eat anything else

9 of us went for a meal, it was spoilt by a girl on a table behind us who had a small puppy on her lap, we think she was something to do with the pub, all the staff were coming over to stroke the dog and making a fuss and then go to serve drinks and going into the kitchen and bring out food, none behind the bar washed there hands so do not know whether the others did, then this girl with the dog was vaping in the pub, we queried this with a waiter and she said that's all right we said that one of our party had asthma so they asked not to do it, there seems to be a lot of young people working in there with no adult supervision.

In relaxing atmosphere you can have a pint of local beer 😀

Great little pub and dog friendly.

Lovely old pub, cosy but friendly.

Great atmosphere, service and food,

Late afternoon visit after a shopping trip, very friendly staff, decided on snacks, hummus and pitta bread and mozzarella garlic bread - both delicious and plenty. Charming atmosphere, price as you would expect in Rye. After we had been here a while a large group came in and the bartender came up to check we were ok and didn’t need anything else, excellent service.

Dropped by for a quick meal. Have been before. Will come again.

Towards the end of our 2nd/3rd drink we were asked to move table as there was a reservation on our table (no sign had been put down and we'd been there a while). Firstly, it turned out the reservation was in nearly an hours' time. Surely we could've been left to finish up then move/leave? Secondly, by the time we'd been to the toilet before heading out (about 2 mins after being asked to move), the table had been offered to a group who had just come in (who the reservation was not for). So what was the point? Not the best, really, is it. Shame as food was nice and we had otherwise been well served. But this is basic stuff

Very friendly & helpful staff. Comfortable surroundings. Thoroughly recommend

Food was spot on! Delicious. Best olives I've ever tasted. Personally I can't stand sauce and when asked not to have it with my burger it was done. Also the salad with the starter wasn't drenched in venergarete which seems to be the fashion over the last 20 years and glad to see it starting to die off. Its a pub not a fancy restaurant and the food is what you expect from a pub but! It is some of the best pub grub I've had

We loved this pub..perfect cosy friendly vibes for a well needed pitstop. The barmaid was lovely and looked after us and we enjoyed our nibbles ( sorry I scoffed them without taking a picture 😄 )

Absolutely peaceful & beautiful place to eat! I miss it!!

Came here at Halloween. Lovely spooky decor in an ancient pub. Great pkace to enjoy a pint!

Just had a great meal, good value for money well cooked Greg at the bar looked after us all evening. Have a look at the menu if it fits your needs go and enjoy

Greg looked after us. He was great. Lovely food and atmosphere. Will be back. Beautiful old pub in Rye.

The oldest pub from 1390 in Rye and it just oozes character . Fabulous pub. We went for lunch, had the burger and delicious. Good location just off the main high street shops.

Lovely old pub in central location. Mid-November is rather quiet, so it wasn't too busy. The menu was a little bit limited but I think that's quite normal in all pubs in Rye at this time of year (off-peak). I had the halloumi and veg burger with fries which was tasty and nicely presented. Attentive staff and overall nice and friendly.

Delicious Inn with very good foodprocessor. Greg the waiter was really friendly and delivered a very good service. We'll be back

Stopped by for a meal before going to the cinema. The menu was limited but the food was very good.

Lovely Pub, Food is good but a bit pricey for the size you get. Dog friendly which is always good.

An ancient Inn with good food and friendly service

We had a drink here. It is a lovely old fashioned pub. There used to be an underground tunnel to the mermaid used by smugglers. The service was good and the staff were friendly

Nice old pub with a good atmosphere, delicious beer and a relaxed atmosphere

Nice old pub with good service and food. Dog friendly. Only downside was the background music being a bit loud. The place felt a bit familiar and I remembered having a very good night there about 40 years ago. I don't think that it has changed much, which is a good thing.

The food and drink are decent enough and there is an authentic feel to the place. Unfortunately the food we wanted was unavailable so we decided on second option. They lose a star because of the abandonment of service. Asked by waiter if he could get us any sauces and we asked for ketchup and mayo. Sat waiting until our food went cold before deciding to proceed without as we could only assume waiter had quit his job and gone home. Eventually barmaid asked if food was ok so we explained no ketchup or mayo and no more waiter so off she went. Just in time for final mouthfuls ketchup arrives but no mayo. Oh well.

Really old and cosy pub with tons of character. Olde worlde on the inside and a lovely listeria laden drinking terrace outside.

Great food and easy to get a table on the evening we visited.

We saw this pub at popped in because it was raining. We didn't know it was the first day of the jazz festival so we stayed and had a drink and some food when we know a guy was singing.the food and drink was amazing.so was the music.we be back for next year jazz festival if you have music again and amazing food

I had a good experience in Old Bell Rye. They have beautiful garden, nice burgers, and reasonable prices. Bartender was quite friendly. You can also find some greek testes there too. I definitely recommend it

Lovely food, after most of the other establishments had shut. I enjoyed a well cooked pizza and my husband enjoyed his chicken wings and garlic bread. The staff took pains to make sure our drinks were right. We sat outside which was nice and refreshing after a very hot day. The foliage was lovely. The narrow streets and old buildings added to the atmosphere.

Great bar with delicious food and beer

Found somewhere in Rye that sells good Guinness. Well done whoever looks after the cellar. Nice comfy pub and good atmosphere. Worth a visit .

Amazing vibe this place has, the food isn't extraordinary, about what you would expect from a pub.

Lovely old pub. Good food and service. Came quickly and was hot. No fuss. Half point off for the Harvey's being off.

Me and my 3 friends recently travelled down from new york to explore many areas of england. last night we ended up in rye and decided to dine and the old bell (on the 19th of august) as we noticed it was the oldest pub going in the area we were in. the bar staff were brilliant and the young boy who served us was very polite about our requests and even went and got us pizza boxes to take our pizza’s home. this was a surprise to us and he looked at the age of 15-16 yet he was super polite and was so helpful despite how busy it was both the bar service and the waiter service were exceptional and made it our best food experience in england yet!

Very disappointment with member of staff. Very politely ask to clean the table and clean the ashtray from previous client . Only to get a bare minimum response . Very bad maners. The pub its lovely . The Greek brunch its OK... I don't think the higine its they priority ... certain food that come out should be cold or rommn temperature not hot ... I think they don't care anymore... the vilage its busy so no shortage of clients

Stopped by for drinks, on this occasion, the bar was busy but coping. Lots of people seemed to be enjoying the food both inside and outside. I've visited numerous times over the years and always been happy with the level of service and, where I've eaten, the food, I'll be stopping in again

The oldest pub in Rye! Great time. Food was piping hot and delicious. Wide variety on the menu and the barman was kind and helpful. I choose a pizza which was amazing.

A good pint. Nice location, up off the street and good opportunity to people watch. They do food which looked nice. Staff pleasant and a very photogenic quaint building. Oldest pub in town.

Unlike the Texas couple who reviewed in July I happen to understand this is a pub not a restaurant. Staff are great here and friendly. Food nice. They only offer tables outside if inside is full and clearly tell people there’s no table service outside. This pub used to be awful but is now a great part of Ryes hospitality.

Nice place to visit & friedly staff

Friendly and attentive staff. Nice menu with interesting and tasty specials. Dog friendly. A kind gentleman behind the bar brought me a glass of water when he noticed I was coughing.

Great food prepared fresh, prices were OK drinks a bit pricey. staff friendly. Allowed dogs inside .

Having a beer in a 15th century tavern is undoubtedly another level, at times you are transported to another era. Beautiful, cozy and with a very good atmosphere. dog friendly

Avoid go to “Standard” instead. Rude, unhelpful, refused to provide table or menus. We arrived early evening before the crowds and there were many unoccupied tables inside with no reserved signs on them. Staff was uninterested in helping us. Would not give us an inside table. Told us to go,out on patio if we wanted to find a table. Did not follow us or help us in any way. After finding and sitting at a patio table for 5 minutes and breathing a neighboring tables cigarette smoke no one came to give us a menu or greet us. Worst restaurant experience of our 18 meals in England this trip.

Lovely pub. Fantastic food. Great service. Well worth a visit.

Quaint, old pub. The food was delicious, the beer was good and the staff was very young and shy. It's noticeable that young Brits could learn a little small talk from the old ones :-) I'd love to come back.

Not the first time we have been to ye olde bell. We have never been disappointed with anything. Lovely ambience and really good food and service. It was very busy but even so, everything came out hot and delicious. The best classic burgers we have had for a very long time. We will be back.

Very friendly pub and great staff

Only stopped here for a pint, the staff were friendly, was given a dirty glass which was corrected without fuss, nice little courtyard to sit and relax under a very old wisteria. Very nice.

Staff were really friendly. Food was very good and reasonably priced. Well recommended.

We paid a lot for a pint of coke (London prices). Not super fizzy. Apart from that, lovely setting.

Sadly one of the worst burgers I had in my life. It was inedible and I think it disturbed my stomach as a few hours after eating it, I’m not feeling very well. We made a stop for food there as we’ve read plenty of good reviews but sadly the experience was disappointing.

We visited for a late birthday lunch but the food was a massive letdown. My burger was inedible and probably one of the worst I’ve ever had. My friend ordered a chicken snitchel with no complaints so at least one of us enjoyed their lunch....

I've been here a few times menu changes regularly, which is nice. The food was great, and the staff were great. Really no reason to not go here.

The oldest pub in Rye. Great terrace to enjoy on a sunny day. Staff were engaged and happy to see customers. Look forward to visiting again.

A truly lovely pub in this lovely town. We sat outside in the beer garden. It's dog friendly and the staff are lovely as well. Claims to be the oldest pub in town, which I know doubt is true. Had a great pint of their...

Great beer and delicious food. Lovely patio area

Coffee great, non-alcoholic cocktail very nice! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

We visited today for dinner and it really is such a lovely pub! we sat outside in their lovely quaint beer garden which oversees the street. The pub itself is lovely and situated in a great location. The food was great showcasing some fabulous veggie...

What a great find. A small but varied menu catering for all tastes Vegan, vegitarian and normal people alike. Strangely enough we all had variations of the charcuterie board which we could mix and match. Very healthy and definitely tasty. Highly recommended and the staff...

Didn't eat, but there is a wide range of beers and spirits, and very friendly people working there.

Lovely pub. Drinks fairly priced. Didn't eat but food looked good.

Popped in last night after the cinema, warm welcome, good house beer & lovely food. Couldn't fault it.

A beautiful historic pub with a good selection of drinks. The staff were very welcoming and friendly, and the food looked delicious. Free wi fi which is always a bonus! We will be returning for a meal soon. Highly recommended!

Great pup in the village of "Rye"....Visit the place and pub a must!!!

lovey pub .. Harvys kept so well

Nice olde world pub, good selection of beers and ciders, we didn't eat there but the food looked good

I've got to say, The Old Bell is an amazing pub. If you need a cold drink in the day, as your having a look around Rye. Or if you go for some dinner in the evening. The staff were great and so friendly. Scarlet and Connor were just amazing.

This pub is gorgeous - a beautiful patio covered in Wisteria for a drink in the summer or a cosy William Morris papered inside for cosy nights. The food was great and the service was wonderful - Scarlet and Connor were incredible and made us...

Lovely pub from the outside, full of character. Also nice on the inside, a little too busy. Nice selection of booze, friendly barmaid, a good variety of dogs knocking about. I had a burger which was pretty average, but overall nice vibes

A quirky place with quirky people.

Welcoming staff, great atmosphere. Food was fresh and tasted great. Dogs welcomed.

Great place friendly excellent pub food

Excellent tasty piping hot food served by friendly helpful staff. We both thoroughly enjoyed our lunch thank you to all the staff.

15th century pub, quaint, interesting, friendly.

Genuine old pub with great atmosphere, good food and drinks. Well worth a visit if only for the food

nice little pub good beer and food oldie world pub

Historic old inn ( claims to be oldest in Rye) , centrally located and allows dogs which many other places do not. Qualify the review by acknowledging that it was a busy Easter weekend so we were lucky to be accommodated. However REALLY long wait...

Excellent place to eat and drink!

Very bad experience and the food was so bad. We ordered burgers and the meat and bun were burnt. Also the Pale Ale beer wasn’t tasting nice

Nice on the outside, but let down by the interior.

Traditional Family Pub! Good food, great atmosphere and great location. Check it out if you’re in town

Real nice, “olde world” pub with great food, staff and atmosphere

Great little pub, very enjoyable visit with a good selection of drinks and delicious meals. Bbq burger and chicken schnitzel

Had to visit as it is the oldest pub in Rye,lovely little pub,with a fair selection

A great little pub good music and very friendly staff

Creamy old England. Nice ale and vibe

Love trip for an early dinner. Food great, service great, atmosphere..... We were the only ones there in the end. Such a lovely place, more people need to just give it a go.

Not sure where these great reviews came from. I popped in for a pint, pub had no atmosphere, bar staff barely acknowledged me as they served me the worst pint of amstel I've ever had. Couldn't even rest on the bar as it was covered in spilt beer. Very disappointing to be honest.

We visited Rye 20th Dec, what a lovely old pub, absolutely gorgeous! Food was amazing, would definitely come back again!!

Lovely old pub,would definitely recommend

Friendly staff and nice little pub.

Food was poor for money paid, limited menu

Visited here on our recent visit to Rye. I had grilled garlic pawns which were absolutely delicious. Even the accompanying salad was great, containing sun dried tomatoes. My friends all enjoyed their meals as well. The service was friendly and efficient.

Walking through the town, decided to stop for a beer, lovely cosy atmosphere and served quickly

Popped in here one lunchtime and was glad of the vegan choice. I had Mediterranean bake. It came up in a small 6" tapas bowl and literally it was about half an inch deep! There was hardly anything in the bowl. The tip of my...

Menu poor beer off smelts of rotten eggs pipes need to be cleaned

Amazing quintessential bristish historical pub.great food, great price, super friendly