The Curious Brewery Restaurant

Great location and pub restaurant open plan with wide benches and large tables. But we had a 40th birthday party and the food was awful , we were brought food out that was very below a pub standard the risotto looked like wallpaper paste and the gravy on the sausage and mash was just bisto very watery. The service was poor and no follow up on our food as we left it. They did take the 2 meal’s off the bill but very disappointed.

Seen this brewery several times when visiting Ashford Outlet. Having had many other good experiences with brewery taprooms (Westerham, Titsey and Dorking (Gin Kitchen)) decided to visit as we were in the area. It’s easy to book a table. Car parking was plentiful. Service was good and the waitresses were friendly and pleasant. There is a lot of seating at high and low tables. Menu has small plates and mains. Had a chicken burger - probably the best I’ve ever had and a couple of drinks - the cider was pleasant enough, but the Millionaire’s stout was the best stout I’ve ever had. Recommend a visit.

When we checked in at the hotel, we saw that there was a brewery across the street. Since we had nothing planned, we booked a table for three the same evening. The restaurant and bar is located in a large, pleasant room where there were quite a lot of people when we arrived. We started by ordering drinks that were produced next to the restaurant. It tasted really good. We then ordered fish and chips and Caesar sallad, togerher with foccacia bread, and everyone was very happy with the food. Since we will be in Ashford for several days, it is likely that we will take another dinner at Curiois Brewery!

£20 pp beer tasting tour. Went for a tour around the brewery, I thought it would be slightly bigger than it was but it was very informative and clearly explained. Small group tours that started with smelling the different types of hops. Brewery process and any questions answered. Then back up to the bar for tasters of all their beers. I would recommend the IPA but personally not a fan of the porter. To end they gave everyone a curious pint glass to take home. Well worth the price paid imo.

Good atmosphere (Thursday 8pm) with great food (chicken wings and chips). The beer is obviously great with it being top UK craft brewery and the staff were freindly and approachable. The brewery is well positioned in the town with great outside spaces and well thought out decor (and music). The menu is not geared for children however there is space for them to feel comfortable if your taking them snacks while you eat from the menu. I'd go again and I suggest you do too. Price point was £14 for chips, wings and a half pint which is very reasonable considering the overheads and facilities they have in the bar/restaurant!