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Really perfect Staff was really nice Food was perfect, especially the beef fillet with good portion. To be discovered

We chanced upon this restaurant during a brief stay in Cranbrook and found an absolute delight! The relaxed atmosphere with wonderful hosting from Beverley immediately put us in the mood for the superbly balanced menu. Highlights were the pumpkin soup with coriander oil, small rabbit stew starter, pork belly main course and delicious panna cotta for pudding. We would recommend it wholeheartedly!

We had looked at breakfast options before visiting and were keen to try The Hive as everything looked so delicious and well presented. I was not disappointed! Tasty food, nicely plated and wonderful friendly service. Took a chocolate muffin away for later, also very yummy!

This is a great place for drinks and snacks. The coffee is superb and a good range of cakes and pastries is always on offer. Very friendly staff who are willing to go the extra mile to make your visit excellent.

My wife and I have been fans of Stephen Edward’s food for many years. We have eaten his food previously at Cromwells in Small Dole, Whites in Steyning and the Camelia at South Lodge. I was therefore happy to book a table at Etch to celebrate our Wedding Anniversary. I did this via The Fork app and it was clearly stated that we wanted the ‘Michelin tasting menu’ in the restaurant. We paid the deposit and received confirmation. However, late morning on the day of the reservation, I was contacted by a restaurant employee to ‘confirm our booking in the cocktail bar’. I explained that we had booked the restaurant, but was told that they didn’t have that information and had no availability. The lady said that she would be contacting all diners to confirm their tables and would call me back if anybody cancelled, however I received a deposit refund as soon as I put the phone down and a message from ‘The Fork’ saying the restaurant couldn’t accommodate us! I’m sure the food is as great as ever, but it is the dismissive attitude of the staff over their mistake that leaves a bad taste in the mouth

Oh my goodness, what a fantastic place. I found it difficult choosing from the mouth-watering menu. Healthy, nourishing, beautifully presented and so very tasty. Great service and great value - can’t wait to go back.

Soy intolerante a los lácteos, así que fue agradable ir a un lugar donde puedo pedir cualquier cosa del menú. La calabaza condimentada tarde fue el mejor café que he tomado! El “queso” que usan es muy agradable. He probado algunas marcas de queso no lácteo y hay muy pocas que son agradables. Los pasteles eran increíbles, cuando mi esposo y yo vamos a una pastelería tengo la opción de no recibir nada o sufrir más tarde por comer algo con lácteos. Fue tan agradable saber que podía elegir cualquier cosa y no arrepentirme después. La chica que sirve era muy amable y el servicio fue rápido. No soy vegana, como carne pero no lácteos, sin embargo estoy feliz de comer alternativas de carne y también mi esposo, así que lo disfrutamos, pero puede ser más difícil convencer a mis amigos para que vengan conmigo. Desafortunadamente, mucha gente se desanima con la palabra vegano y no hay opciones no veganas. Es una pena que no haya entrado antes, pero sin duda volveré! Lo recomiendo encarecidamente.

I haven’t been into the cafe but it looks welcoming and cosy. I actually had a flat tyre right outside and while I waited for the RAC to arrive, the owners (mother and daughter) came out to enquire whether I was ok. They were closed, but they invited me in. I wanted to wait with my car so as not to miss the RAC, so they brought me out a takeaway coffee, on the house, and logged my phone onto their WiFi. Such kindness is rare! I would recommend them for their thoughtfulness and care. The coffee was delicious by the way!

Beautiful flavours fresh ingredients and chef prepares as you like infront of you at record speed definitely recommend and first choice anytime I visit lockmeadow. Unfortunately at the moment they are closed Mondays but I guess everyone deserves a rest sometime

Amazing food, friendly and helpful staff! The restaurant is cosy and perfect for couples, friends and familys. Would recommend highly!

Lovely breakfast, perfect spot over the village green. Delish coffee and nice array of deli snacks and pastries to take away on your walk! Will definitely go back for wine and ice cream 😍

Wonderfully prepared and presented food. Tasted amazing. Full of flavour and interest. Service was friendly and informative. Big recommend.

Lovely authentic Greece Food and very good prices and the lady owner was very charming and spoke About there menus

Had a meal today at Coast restaurant Hastings College....3/4 of us were vegans so I asked if those 3 could have a choice. They did us proud. The service was excellent. We enjoyed coming before covid. Post covid there is an added refinement.

Excellent place to visit for English Brunch, delicious sandwiches, jacket potato and traditional scones and cakes, yummy food and homely service ❤️