Best Real Ale in Eastbourne

5 restaurant menus in United Kingdom, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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The Stage Door
The Stage Door
84/100 (2278 ratings)
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Bar
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Brew Pub
British
British
Brew Pub
Lunch
Dinner
Stagedoor Burger
Fries
Burger
Sipsmith Gin and Peroni
Guinness
Ale Longman Helles Lager
Cider
fish finger sandwich
Sea Bass
Fish & chips
Salad
Steak & Chips
Fish & Chips
Coronation Chicken Sandwich
Real Ale
Cod
Bitter
Brie Bacon and Cranberry
Hamburger
Fish and Chips
Fish
Long Man
Onion rings
Double Cheeseburger Combo Served with Roasted Potatoes
Beer
Burgers and Chips and Cheese
BLT Sandwich
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Full Bar
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Mid-range
"Went pre show at the Congress Theatre and had large selection of Real Ales, including some from Harvey Brewery in Lewes. Friendly welcome. Only found..."
Peter Durkin
"Me and my mum had been staying at a hotel down the road from this pub and found it on our second night. It was very nice inside, the staff were super..."
Keeley Louise Smith
"Didn't try food but atmosphere was fantastic, was pre Halloween party. Service was friendly and good. Was heaving so did take a while to get..."
Spike McIntosh
"Nice pub and good beer, staff very friendly. Food is always..."
Ivan England
"Awesome ambiance with friendly and great staff. Good beers and cocktails. Tasty food. Animals very much welcome. Cozy atmospere with lots of clients..."
M vW
"Popped in here for dinner on a Wednesday evening. Really impressed with the quality of food and how relaxed it was. Large rump steak, chips and a..."
Ian Fry
"Some good real ales on tap. Extremes of business. Can be restful early to watch sport on TV then manic in the evenings. Functions and music..."
Adrian Colborne
"A real quality pub. Excellent food and a good range of draught beers. Young but superb staff. Right next to the theatres and Winter Garden, and on..."
Mike Siggins
"Me and my boyfriend went in on Friday night. We had soup to start with which was amazing. It was so tasty and gorgeous. Unfortunately the main meal..."
Sarah “Sunset73”
"We popped in to @stagedoorpub for a quick lunch. Tasty, well cooked and presented burgers. I'm a burger person and it's not so easy to please me 😀..."
Turisto Lituano
"Not the biggest pub in the world, but the view from the back of the tennis are amazing. Staff were very friendly and gluten free sandwiches for..."
Richard Bailey
"Nice bar, good service,drinks reasonable priced drinks, we only popped in for a quick drink, checked the menu but found it very expensive, would..."
Sheila Johnston
"The food was good but the staff were excellent. Very friendly and efficient. Looking forward to going..."
Blue for a girl
"Very nice food and drink and the staff were..."
Helen Moss
The Eagle Eastbourne
The Eagle Eastbourne
77/100 (3790 ratings)
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Pilsner Urquell
Guinness Draught
Real Ale
Pint of Beer
Pulled Pork Hot Dog
Hot Mess Hot Dog
Spare Ribs with Coleslaw
Cocktail À Base de Gin
Cheese N Mac
Loaded fries
gin tonic
Stella Artois
Cider
Ginger Beer
sake
Chili Cheese
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Bar
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Television
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Nice pub. Visited in the afternoon for drinks with my wife. Pleasant staff. Decent service. Quality of drinks was good. Glasses were clean. Very..."
Ian Shepherd
"Nice little pub with a good selection of beers, great atmosphere and friendly staff. Only downfall are the toilets which resemble a swamp of..."
Richard Kirk
"Great little pub. Good selection of beers. Pool table and roof terrace although the weather wasn't kind for us..."
Jackie Barlow
"Cool pub to find after doing the 7 sisters walk! The pub is near the station and can show sports. Overall a good..."
Peteys Travels
"Poor menue. Before Covid I liked it very much! But now it's not worth going there. Wake up! Get forward to friendly and entertaining..."
Johannes Winter
"I love the atmosphere there, nice staff too. I go often for drinks, it's a bit expensive I think, 2 double gun tonic for £17. Never tried the food..."
Aurélie
"Lunchtime pints whilst watching football on the TV. Nice atmosphere, great..."
Martin Castrey
"Great pub good choice of beers and friendly..."
Alan mc naughton
"Just stayed for drinks . Great atmosphere if you're a sports..."
Bev Prangnell
"Great food, very dog friendly, nice vibe loved it in..."
Kaley Anne
"First time in this pub,will definitely visit again...."
Timpski Highbury
"Great football pub tastyful beer from different brewery's. Food/dinner is also possible to..."
Trond Fuhre
"Great Eastbourne pub showing the football, decent bar grub..."
Nik Maynard
"This is a sports bar judging by the number of tvs I'd imagine it gets quite full on special occasions like England..."
walter bishop
"Great pub to watch sports. Good selection of ales and beers if a little expensive. Still a little on the expensive side. However, the wrap I had..."
Gerald Hill
"Lovely town centre pub, with nice sun trap outside..."
Karen Mitton
"Great selection of beers, nice roof top..."
Christopher Parr
The Ship Inn
The Ship Inn
77/100 (3625 ratings)
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Vegan Options
Bar
Pub
British
Bar
Grill
Pub
British
Vegetarian Friendly
Grill
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Lunch
Brunch
Dinner
Chargrilled Chicken and Chips
Cod
Sandwiches
Coconut and Jam Sponge with Custard
Curry
Burger
Pot of Tea Guinness and Beer
Prawns
Baked Potato with Cheddar Cheese
Bread Pudding
Sunday roast
Baguette
Puddings
Lasagne
Beef
Scampi
Olive Oil
Bread Pudding
Brie
Ham Sandwich
Real Ale
Sausage
Warm Chocolate Fudge Cake
Fish
Fried
Egg and Bacon BAP
Pork
Salad
Jacket Potato
8oz Ribeye Steak
Pork Belly
Chili
Banoffee Pie and Fresh Cream
corona
Salmon
Burger with Brie
Chicken Salad
Long Man Blonde Ale
Chocolate Brownie
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Grill
British
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Television
Reservations
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Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
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Mid-range
"Lovely banoffee pie and friendly staff. The decor is a little dated but otherwise a lovely place..."
Andrew Ozioro
"Food is always amazing.. never ever have I had a bad meal or drink in there. Staff are always very friendly and very easy to chat with and get along..."
Dan Hodson
"Such a lovely place to visit, staff were very welcoming, food was amazing, we went with friends, and had Roast Chicken, Roast Beef and Pork Belly,..."
Jodie (Tinytot)
"Brilliant morning watching the football and having a slap-up breakfast for our large group at a fair price. The staff were very patient and good..."
A Rigby
"Brilliant local pub, friendly staff and a decent selection of beers. Food portions are huge so you'll never leave here hungry. A real gem in..."
Justin Berman
"While on a short break in Eastbourne we ate at The Ship twice. Very relaxing pub and the food is excellent. Staff friendly and helpful. Would..."
MJC
"Amazing staff, very nice place. Tasty starters: hummus and small fish. Pate a bit too bitter for me. Jacked potato, delicious. Fish and chips very..."
Marcin Marcin
"Nice atmosphere, great décor, late closing & quiz on Sundays, Long Man beers, good sandwiches & quiet beer..."
Jordi Alonso Monllevi
"We went for Sunday Lunch and it was fabulous. Everything about the food was perfect. We sat in the large pub garden. The staff were very friendly and..."
benjamin cusden
"Attended funeral there, must say best buffet I've ever had at a sad..."
bazil Finch
Dew Drop Inn
Dew Drop Inn
76/100 (1474 ratings)
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Bar
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British
Bar
Pub
British
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Veggie Burger
Veggie Burger
Crab Rangoon
Pulled Pork
Fried
Cocktail
vodka
Beer
cold brew
Cider
Negroni
Burger
Chocolate Brownie
Peppers
Sliders
Real Ale
Fried Sweet Potato
Handmade Pork Scratchings
Chunky Chips
Halloumi and Avocado Toaste
Burger and Curly Fries
Burger and Deep Fried Onion Rings
Hamburger
Crab Rangoon
Sit down
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Pub
British
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Seating
Lunch
Drinks
Dinner
Mid-range
"Awesome pub! Polite and friendly staff. Foods great! The vegan/vegetarian options are delicious as well! Lovely comfortable place to chill out..."
Mark Fenner
"Great pub great beer and 1 of the best burger I have had friendly staff and made our dog very welcome 11 out of 10 can't wait to..."
Alan Cork
"Great pub day or night. Friendly staff, great ales, great food. Probably the best pub outside of Old..."
Matthew Heath
"Enjoyed a great burger yesterday I fancied a beef burger but with the veggie topping and the staff were more than happy to do that for me both myself..."
Sarah-Brian Gray
"Great atmosphere really friendly staff and the food was amazing I personally can eat and was defeated by there portion sizes highly recommended..."
Valter Fernandes
"Comfortable. .really nice burgers..great staff..cosy..good music. .probably the best pub in Eastbourne if your a bit grungy or goth. .love..."
Paula White
"Popped in for a quick beer yesterday, we've been there a few times...great beer great place and great..."
Paul Hoare
"Lovely pub with a great atmosphere and fantastic music!! Lovely friendly staff, Would recommend to everyone... :-) :-) x..."
Alison Knights
"Brilliant staff, brilliant food, brilliant beer. Been to this pub a lot over the last few years and everything is always..."
Daniel Shotter
"Great pub , lovely food especially the burgers, nice little hidden garden with character..."
Stuart Funnell
"Great place to go with friends and have a good chat and giggle without fighting with loud music nice comfy chairs very pleasant bar staff..."
Krissie Ducann
"Top venue. Great staff. Nice vibe. If you're hungry get the Psycho Griller burger. It's..."
David St John Tradewell
"We visit Eastbourne every year and we found this gem of a pub after a Thai meal. Friendly staff and it's vape friendly which is a bonus. Thanks for a..."
Mark Cee
"Great pub, we went for lunch today and were greeted by a beautiful barmaid who could not have been more welcoming. Excellent beer and delicious food,..."
Lorna Cubitt
"Been here a few times food and staff all great. Love the new photo..."
Michael Steel Clark
"I came here twice now and had a good time. Its dog friendly and has a nice outdoor garden. I ordered food which is burgers or wings. The beer..."
Arvin Dev
"Almost £20 for burger and fries so it's in 5Guys territory.... However, it's just as good! The Chicken or Beef burgers are superb! You will not be..."
Malcolm YM Lau
"Interesting green tile exterior. Great pub inside with heavy metal background music. Poor barman had a crooked arm but the service was fast and..."
John Walsh
"Very cool pub with fun decor inside and a good selection of beers and friendly..."
Andrew Ozioro
"Fav pub in Eastbourne. Easy going, funky interior, usual selection of beers/ales/ciders. Good for quick bite or pint. Burgers need some more..."
Piotr Kania
"I recently had the pleasure of visiting the Dew Drop in Eastbourne and I must say, it exceeded all my expectations. This hidden gem is a must-visit..."
Zena Campbell
"Came here for a little birthday lunch, and I have to say that burger I had was hands down the best burger I’ve ever had. It was the vegan version..."
Drew Bristow
"Utterly charming helpful staff, fantastic vegan hotdog for me, meat dish for my friend, well priced bottle of wine. Dog made welcome. Sat in the..."
A B
"We stopped by for a pint and ended up lingering far longer, captivated by the incredible ambiance of this pub. Its prime location and cozy, intimate..."
Monika Rozwarzewska
"Really nice pub! Staff were super friendly. Food looked amazing (althought didn't order any myself). Will be heading back at some point to try the..."
Ash Dobson
"One of the best burgers I've ever had from anywhere in the world. Also it had a gluten free option.! Sadly can't have the chips but not a..."
Scott Sygrove
"Went early evening on a Friday, got a table no problem but by the late evening it was very busy but still a good vibe. Food was so so good, the staff..."
Tasha Wilson
"Went there recently on a blind date what a hidden gem of a pub walked in on my own totally conformable interesting things ti look at everywhere nice..."
tracie milnes
"Great selection of booze - local real ales, fancy guns etc. Very friendly staff. Gorgeous-looking interior decor. Good outdoor..."
James Ferguson
The Town House
The Town House
70/100 (1298 ratings)
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Bar
Pub
British
Bar
Pub
British
Drinks
Sandwich
Sunday roast
Beer
Irish coffee
Real Ale
Burger
Sit down
Bar
Pub
British
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Television
Live Music
Drinks
Mid-range
"Great live music, good place for drinks and a relaxed..."
Donna Appleby
"This pub used to be my fiance's local, whilst he stayed in Eastbourne. I had a half of Strongbow it was refreshing, he had a pint costing £3. It's..."
Nichola
"Strange little pub, with an old fashioned local feel to it. Not the best but certainly not the worst. Drink choices were slightly lacking. ..."
Robert Patten
"Popped in this pub while on holiday and to see the manager who I’ve known for a couple of years,bit dark in there but nice pint and would..."
Mick Campion
"Myself and my fiancé visit Eastbourne numerous times throughout the year for a break from the rut of working our nuts off in London we always use..."
Daniel Berry
"Great venue. Has Karaoke every Friday evening. Have been to this location every week since last year. Never had any trouble or issues. Always a..."
Martin King
"A good night out especially on a Friday if you like..."
Indigo Mackay
"Absolutely loved the NEW Town House. Great Interior, lovely helpful staff, great vibe and delicious food. Sharing platter was FAB and pizza was..."
Catherine Fellows
"Was my first time in this establishment in approximately 35yrs so as you can imagine it has changed. But I was pleasantly surprised, everyone was..."
josephine stephens
"Very quiet pub and shut really early for a Saturday, kicked out at..."
H M
"Food was great staff..."
Clare Louise Lewis