The best restaurants serving British food in West St Leonards Hastings South East

My first visit to this little cafe by the sea. Looks tidy, nice decor, clean tables, small outside space. We were a bit late as they were closing in about 10 mins as we got there. We hadn't realised the closing time was early. The staff member was reluctant.  We didn't feel welcome at all. The person took our order mumbling at us. Barely speaking. I got my drink from the fridge myself after she had not got it for me or brought it over to the table. It was all a bit awkward. As we were eating the staff member was sweeping right round us . Literally about a foot away from my chair. Banging around us. Making it quite obvious she wasn't happy and wanted to leave in a rush. There was alot of raised voices even when just 4 people in there. Nice chef gave us the food and was very polite , didnt seem bothered we were there late, just a happy person i think. Food prices are a bit high for what we got. £8 ham egg and chips. The ham looked nice, could be from the butchers down the road but when i ate it , it was a bit to chewy and fatty. The chips were cooked well. The eggs looked like they had been put in a dirty oily pan. Cooked fine but the colour of all the dirty bits just not appealing. The beans have a strange tang, maybe just a cheap version that can be changed. when asked if we could have poached egg instead of fried we were asked for an extra pound to do it. Small but enough room for at least 25 people. Wouldn't return.

This is a lovely little bakery that is definitely doing its best within the latest Covid-19 restrictions. The freshly prepared rolls are prepared to order to ones choice and are of good quality and a good price. Recommended. Enjoy.

Very welcoming nice big breakfast, very chilled so nice to start your day off in peace lovely View out to sea whilst eating 👍

Most amazing pub the owners r so friends and welcoming to families

I've been visiting Combe Haven and Mash and Barrel for many years, and I always look forward to being served by Chris. His consistent high-quality service is unmatched. He remembers our preferences and is always kind and understanding to my daughters needs. A great asset to Mash and Barrel. Thanks Chris. Keep being Amazing

My daughter and I went for breakfast today, there was no one in there, we ordered and sat outside, I must say it was pretty good, I ordered the light breakfast, food was hot and tasty, it’s a shame it’s always quiet but it was a Monday morning so may be it’s a quiet time.