TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in United Kingdom - Updated November 2024

"We had a lovely stay here with our dog. Room was absolutely gorgeous, we both had a bath and you even get bath soaks and smellies provided. The food..."

Janette Wallace

Austen Marsh

"While visiting friends in East Grinstead I was taken for a day out to Rye. We visited The Water Works Micropub on the junction of Tower Street and..."

Gareth Williams

"Quirky micro brew pub we visited on Sunday afternoon. After a sortee to the nearby deli we joined the locals cheese club . Everyone's encouraged to..."

Sid Mepstead

"A great little pub. Good service, snacks. Location and full of semi antique bric o bac for sale . A wide selection of local Real ales and..."

Stuart Piper

"What a great pub. Went on a boiling day. It was rammed inside, but really cool. Selection of beer was excellent and well kept. The exuberant host is..."

Nathan King

Globe Inn Marsh

89/100 (1284 ratings)

"Went to The Globe recently for lunch. The decor is interesting and the atmosphere is warm and welcoming. They do also have a nice patio on the side...."

Anita

"A lovely gem of a pub tucked away in a nice area of Rye with a nice outside seating area. Beautiful interior and friendly staff. We had the skate..."

Ian “Latsy”

"The great atmosphere and friendly service at this quirky restaurant make this a brilliant choice for an evening out. The Globe Inn at Marsh Rye (not..."

Mike Tooley

Maria Vasileva - Grinfeld

"Great querky little pub with little booths in parts. GREAT food much cooked in the fire oven. Fish stew was a hit with us. The Globe has great..."

Elaine Briggs

"Very cozy and cute place. Nice atmosphere and interesting interior. Due to the fact that it is quite far from the town center, there are fewer people..."

Vital Yeutukhovich

"Quality pub, with amazing food. Had the Romney marsh lamb burger and chips and it was amazing! Great coffee too. Highly recommended, incredible decor..."

Ben Russell

"A group of us enjoyed an excellent breakfast here during a long weekend in Rye. The pub itself is beautiful inside and out, with some really..."

Adam Pescod

"Beautiful setting. Great menu and choice of drinks. Excellent service. Fab quirky pub for a good..."

Melanie Failes

"Great looking place. A good selection of Ales, Larger, Gin /, Cocktail and..."

Neil Allen

"A nice little place that we chanced upon for lunch. The fish was really good, especially the crispy skin. The mussels were very fresh and tasty too!..."

Siewling Lay

"Amazing food, excellent staff and the most eclectic atmosphere I’ve experienced anywhere. If you are in the Rye area, I recommend stopping by and..."

Zack Spieth

"Food was great, the service was impeccable and the decor is quirky! Love..."

Bernize Gregory

"The atmosphere and food were good. We liked this place. The food was really nice and a lot of it is original and great concepts with a few minor..."

Rebekah Weiler

"Lovely place for lunch in Rye. The interior was really nice with a cozy fireplace as well. We ordered the fried squid, whole Camembert and daily..."

Suani Rn

"This pub is a real gem! My daughter and I booked a table on her birthday never having visited before but were very impressed. It’s got a quirky..."

Andrew Deackes

"We’ve come back here two days running which says something! There’s a good choice of locally sourced food, including vegetarian and vegan..."

David Cooper

"Had the most amazing meal in 2020 and came back hoping to get the fish platter and strawberry smash. Sadly both werent on the menu anymore. (Please..."

Barb T

"May 2022 highly recommended - a must if in the area. First visit and we stopped for lunch. Interior amazing decor and excellent service. Staff were..."

Janette Wallace

Marco's Mediterranean Kitchen

Fresh Tagliatelle and Mussels

Burnt Basque Cheesecake

Accepts American Express

Non-smoking restaurants

"A stylishly decorated restaurant with a lovely ambience. Staff are very attentive, warm and friendly. The menu has a good selection of choices for..."

Claire Mendonca-Yeboah

"We visited this lovely spot during noon. At first it looked closed, but we're so glad we tried the door because the tables are in the back! We were..."

Ruben Decoster

"This place is a must when coming to Rye! The service was great, the staff were friendly and welcoming, the food was absolutely delicious! The..."

Emma-Jo Berry

"Delicious mediterranean cuisine, very nice staff and generally a pleasing experience. Offers choice of vegan/vegetarian/dairy free/gluten free..."

Tereza Míková

"We went to Marco’s for lunch yesterday and both have agreed it was THE best pizza we’ve ever had. The decor is fabulous, the service was lovely,..."

Becca Howe

"Wonderful place with a lovely vibe and the most convivial of hosts. Marco and Mia are so warm and welcoming. The food is absolutely delicious and..."

Ivar LeTap

"Had a great midweek meal here at Marcos. Always visiting and wandering around Rye, but haven't ever tried this place. Now, I'm not sure why we didn't..."

Matt Hards

"We were walk-ins and had a very warm and professional greeting and a table was sorted for the two of us with no fuss. The ambiance and vibe is..."

Ronald Keating

"The BEST food and experience!! 10/10!! The owners are passionate about what they do and it shows in the service they provide and the food they..."

Natalie Beeler

"Beautiful vegan food. Charming interiors and ambience with a lovely view of the private garden. I randomly found this place while walking down the..."

Teri Atif

"I loved the vibe and the food at Marco’s! Everything was fresh and tasty, the only thing is portions were small and we shared another main course..."

terry salerno

"On holiday in Camber and took my wife here for our date night. Beautiful Mediterranean cuisine, set in the stunning historic town of Rye. The menu..."

Eamonn H

"Very enjoyable evening at Marcos. Great menu variety for all, very enjoyable food, in a beautiful setting. Look forward to returning..."

Joe Brunt

"Amazing food, amazing indoor decoration and vibe! And also excellent service! Well done 👏 Also, massive portions. You would never get these..."

Dimitris Ntarladimas

"Great ambience and wonderfully friendly and welcoming hosts. It was refreshing to find vegan options that were rich with vegetables and not just..."

Paintmeblueagain

"Marco’s is lovely place. It was 10 out of 10 experience. Marco and Miya are very friendly and welcoming. Foods were amazing. Definitely..."

Barış Demirer

"Marco and his wife Mia are amazing! The atmosphere and food here was absolutely amazing. We decided to do a full three course meal for our..."

C H

"Booked online but were late due to our bus not turning up. We were greeted with a friendly and reassuring face :) A great start which only got..."

VJ Lonsdale

Giants Fireplace Bar At The Mermaid Inn

Accepts American Express

The Inkerman Arms

"Lovely place with excellent food. Made to feel very welcomed! Dog..."

femke waltman

"Lovely food and a peaceful garden. Ideal and dog..."

Mark Verrell

"A small "locals" pub, but the staff were really welcoming to everyone. Had seen great reviews for the fish and chips, but I would say they were good,..."

Kath Geraghty

"Visited Rye Harbour a few times but never noticed this place, thought we would pop in and see what it was like. We were extremely pleased we did! We..."

Steve Davis

"After a long walk around the nature reserve we treated ourselves to a delicious roast dinner. The lamb shank was perfect and fell off the bone...."

M Charge

"Excellent fresh fish and chips in a traditional pub setting. The service was very good. There is seating outside but as it was very hot and sunny..."

Hilary Spon

"Friendly bar with a decent range of real ales on tap so initially quite excited however a little disappointed that a bowl of uninspiring looking..."

Paul F

"Popped in here on a afternoon trip to rye and decided to stay for some food. 3 of us each had different burgers and the other had the homemade..."

Fay Denyer

"friendly local pub, cheap beer, even free..."

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"I like this pub, sure it doesn't have the harbour side pull of the other rye harbour pub, but at least it's possible to get a seat, a beer and some..."

David Shipley

"Came here 25 years ago and had the best fish and chips. Went back last week and hey ho Best fish and chips ever good portions and very personable..."

Patricia Whitehead

"Staying at rye harbour caravan park, looked on google for reviews of here and the other local pub for a sunday roast and choose the inkerman, we have..."

Charlotte Lusher

"We visited The Inkerman Arms On Saturday. Very nice staff great pub cheap prices. Bring your own old records and they we play them. There Sunday..."

Derrick Lovatt

"I had a good time there good food and great..."

Eamon Thomas

"We recently visited this nice cosy pub and I can say the food was amazing, simple and nice. Good price and very nice garden. Staff were very friendly..."

Kalman Szabo

"Having driven past this place on numerous occasions we decided to stop off and try some lunch. We now wish we had stopped off sooner. The fish and..."

Lisa Walker

"We had a very friendly welcome in this traditional pub. Our lunch was good and the price as expected, there was a good range of food and the pub is..."

Michelle Twin Mum

"The food was tasty and very hot. A very nice menu with prices to match everyone's pocket. The bar staff, she was very attentive, helpful and..."

Terry Chipperfield-Harrison

"Great fish and chips especially the Skate. When I phoned to make a reservation on Monday even though I was told they didn't do food on Mondays they..."

Pete

River Haven & Waterside Restaurant

Wheelchair Accessible

Cinque Ports Arms

Pint of Bishops Finger

Wheelchair Accessible

Serves Alcohol

Parking Available

Free off-street parking

"Probably one of the most welcoming and friendly pubs I’ve been to for a long while. We had 3 adults, 3 children and a baby eating here. The..."

Eliza Flynn

"Making the very best of a terrible situation in Rye town. The water for the entire town was off so the lovely landlady could only offer us a limited..."

Gyorgy Smiles

"What a fantastic bar crew. We were made to feel very welcome. The food was excellent apart from the hash brown which was soft not crispy but did not..."

Tom Couch

"I had a beer in here yesterday. It's within eyesight of Rye station and various bus stops. It's a Shep's house. Very nice beer looove warm fire in..."

Tony Sheppard

"We always make sure we go to this pub when we are on holiday in the area. We had homemade lasagna 1 with chips and the other with garlic bread and a..."

James Excell

"Not too much to say about this friendly community pub other than that it's a solid option for unadventurous beer drinkers, just a 2 minute walk from..."

Thomas Müthing (theviolinproject.de)

"Great food, great service. This is a great pub and we will use next time we are in..."

nadia Winborn

"Absolutely 5* pub food and service. Everyone very friendly prices affordable for everyone. And if you need baby change may they got it in a plastic..."

Kasia Trela

"What a great welcome… we met all the staff and they were great … went in just for breakfast and stayed all day then returned the following day..."

Arthur P

"Discovered this lovely pub today. I have just been served the best pint of Courage Directors that I have had in 20+..."

Leigh Moss

"Very nice pub, staff very friendly well done..."

DAVID INGHAM

"Great very friendly pub food was..."

clive dennis Maxwell

"My partner and I came in for lunch, only we had came in too late for a full English :( the lovely staff said that they were happy to still make this..."

Jack Johnson

"It is really great place to relax next to sea, very peaceful and quiet. Country side is must to..."

santosh khedkar

"Beautiful here the mermaid in is a must eat or just have a drink highly recommend if you love..."

Kerry Scully

"Had a lovely Sunday roast of beef, Yorkshire pudding, stuffing, roast potatoes, broccoli, cabbage, carrot, cauliflower cheese, mashed swede,..."

Anjella O'Harrow

"Staff were friendly, welcoming & knowledgeable. The specials menu had some great options & ingredients locally sourced where possible. Excellent food..."

Glenn Shepherd

"Has a great selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Really friendly local freehouse. Staff and locals make you feel really welcome. Will..."

Steph Williams

William The Conqueror

Conquer Burger Fully Loaded with Skinny Fries

Moussaka with Greek Salad

Waffle with Ice Cream and Butterscotch

Non-smoking restaurants

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts Visa

Accepts American Express

Free off-street parking

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"Friendly pub with welcoming bar staff. Fog friendly as long as they are kept on leads. Food tasty and prepared quickly, great way to begin or finish..."

birding john

"Had lunch here today on our day trip. A quaint, charming, nautically themed pub with good food. Tucked away with lots of charm. My son had the..."

Terence Webb

"The place is well look after, its clean and tidy, very good food we have the grilled tiger prawn when we're there and its superb!. The service was..."

Dii Alderton

"We enjoy visiting this pub after a dog walk. It's dog friendly so you can sit inside with your dog but as it was a nice day we chose to sit outside...."

Nicky Haselgrove

"Great place for food, pets welcome, caters for everyone, VVGF. Free..."

Fee Fee

"Great pub. Quick service. Also has a specialised Greek menu. Plenty of parking. I went with a ride 55 motorbikes. Not A..."

krisfoshizzle

"Lovely pub at Rye Harbour. Great fish and chips. Specialise in Greek and Cypriot..."

Caroline Page

"Wait staff excellent. Food decent by British standards. The floor and table were clean and tidy. Our slightly muddy dogs were warmly received (thanks..."

Brent Gauspohl

"We popped in here whilst away for the weekend with our dog. They were incredibly friendly, lovely atmosphere and we thoroughly enjoyed the food. We..."

Jodie Waumsley

"Very nice tucked-away local pub with a rustic but stylish interior. The fish and chips was excellent, as was the..."

G T

Ypres Castle Inn

82/100 (3887 ratings)

Roast Pork with Broccoli

Beer Battered Cod Chips Peas Tartare Sauce

Pork

Crab

Our Mixed Seafood Platter

Wild boar

Scallops

Mountain of Ice Cream

Steak

Ypres Burger Fries Coleslaw

"I've been to Rye many times, but didn't realize this place was tucked away by the castle. A must for cask ale and craft ale lovers. A great..."

Austen Marsh

"What a pub this is! Been to Rye twice and each time the Ypres has been the highlight of the visit! No food, just wonderful beer and a superbly..."

Martin Hodgson

"Such a lovely, historic spot a stones throw from the cute shops of Rye. There's a fantastic selection of beers and non-alcoholic options including..."

Nicholas

"Love popping in here when we come to Rye. Always a great selection of well kept beers. Friendly welcome and lovely feel to the place. We will be..."

Louise Talmage

"This 5 stars is a lot to do with the English Pet Nat we drank there - spectacular, and wasn't expecting to find natural wine here. They don't do hot..."

Dominic Parry

"Situated below Ypres Castle & Gun Gardens is The Ypres Castle Pub. Known as Vipers to us locals. A old rustic pub with a wood fire and great..."

Andy Packham

"Great traditional 'wet' pub with great beers and wine. Lively bar and a satisfying wood fire. Bar snacks (heffty pork pies). Large beer garden. ..."

Andrew P_______

"Stumbled into this lovely little country pub on a beautiful day in Rye. Fantastic selection of beers and ciders, many from Sussex but lots from..."

Seth Kallen

"My favourite pub in Rye. Very atmospheric with dark lighting and candles by the castle. The Ypres Castle Inn is a traditional English pub. It is a..."

Jay Tatlock

"Great free house with a fine selection of rotating beers on cask and keg. Sunny garden, great views and friendly..."

Johnny Horth

The Grapevine Champagne & Jazz Bar

78/100 (1355 ratings)

"Fell in love with Funtime Freddie, the most adorable pub dog ever! Great atmosphere, cosy and warm a lovely barman and decent red wine. Live jazz,..."

Sarah Haigh

"We stumbled upon this fantastic wine and champagne bar and what a find !!! Fantastic ambiance, vast wine and champagne list not forgetting the beer..."

Sharon Reeve

"Louis, Ollie & Spencer are a dream team. The bar is so warm and welcoming. Great wine & beer menu. Also you can order Turkish food from upstairs..."

Rebecca Wilson

"Love this place so much. Everything that is good with the town..."

Jon Miller

"What a great find. Very cool interior and superb live music... we'll be back...."

Kip Ims

"Great ambience, great music, lovely staff. Perfect place to meet up to chill out with..."

Julie Edmonds

"Oh WOW!!!... We just found our new all time favourite bar... in Rye! Super wine, a warm & welcoming service and a truly laid back - friendly..."

Lorraine Esther

"Lovely place, crazy personalised lights. Top quality music, and great wine and..."

Dom Pipkin

"What a fantastic venue. Superb staff and excellent entertainment. We will visit again..."

Ian Eglinton

"Lovely bottle of stout and big review because its got to be over forty..."

Brian Cook

"Had a great night in this quirky, but classy bar in 6th May to celebrate my Birthday. Fabulous cabaret artists, The Bling Crosbies made my evening a..."

Julie Latham

"Lovely place very welcoming staff and the Jazz entertainment last night was amazing ... See you again soon..."

Tanya Banks

"Excellent wine bar with very friendly atmosphere and lovely friendly..."

Jim Ashley

"Dinner, wine and a warm welcome. A must do if visiting..."

Saera Carter

"Lovely and lively bar. Live music was very enjoyable. Staff very..."

Clara Fernandez

"I don't think food is available? But it was a treat for my birthday and I loved the decor and intimate atmosphere. The wine we chose was very nice..."

Bobbie Lawrence

"Cozy bar with great ambience and live music. Lovely place to relax and enjoy a good music. Excellent choice of wine, cocktail and bubbly. The staff..."

Ena Kranjec

"Such a stunning venue. A real hidden gem. If only I lived closer I'd be there every night. Cosy atmosphere, incredible choice of drinks, lovely staff..."

Tom Fitzpatrick

"Follow Mr & Mrs R on TikTok. Hidden gem. A venue you may well think maybe I can’t get in because it is primarily a members club. Nothing ventured,..."

Mr and Mrs R - TikTok

"Great find for a relaxed evening in Rye. Fantastic live music the night we were there. Has live music every night. Made our trip to Rye worth it as..."

Vincent & Shauna G

"Just enjoyed a brilliant evening with Lex Cameron providing the music. What a great voice and talented pianist. Not to be missed! Can’t wait for..."

Dawn Kinsley

"Wonderful and cosy little place for some drinks and jazz. Definitely worth a visit if you are in the..."

Cherry Brandy Kiss

"The most amazing bar, they know their stuff and they managed to recover a lost ring of ours! They're amazing thanks to the staff!..."

Jasper Cook

"Amazing little place, with lovely warm atmosphere and great live music. Staff were welcoming and drinks were delicious too. Perfect venue to finish..."

Richard Farley

"Best jazz bar in England!!! Ten out of ten for atmosphere, music, staff, drinks, decor and location. Can't wait to go..."

Zara Smith

"Well this is an absolute gem of a place to visit. The atmosphere is super relaxed, the staff are very helpful and the food and drinks where..."

Elle Travis

"Despite it being a members only bar, we were lucky enough to book a table due to the accommodation we were staying in for the weekend. We came for..."

Lucy Clark

"What a lovely place to while away a few hours. Décor is just so cool. You will get your camera out. Lovely staff and stunning wines! A must visit in..."

Rod Kerr

"Amazing experience, wonderful staff and the cocktails are superb. If you're in Rye definitely make sure to visit this place. Music and atmosphere are..."

Peter

"Spent a cool few hours here listening to Moss on the guitar. Superb bar, great vibe and brilliant drink selection. Well worth seeking..."

Nick Whalley

"What a cool little jazz themed bar. Soft slow jazz music (with a chance for live music some days), red lights and leopard print chairs and photos of..."

Mehul Vora

"Great live music, wonderful atmosphere and the service from Holden was top class. Highly..."

Stephen Wood

"Lovely ambience with great background jazz music. Lucy was very welcoming and attentive. The wine was excellent would def recommend this little gem..."

Chris Richards

The George Grill

75/100 (1637 ratings)

"The are some incredibly talented people working at the George, a handsome old hotel and bar on the High St in Rye. Whoever designed the menu, for..."

Cheese And Biscuits

"Excellent food location and service in the centre of Rye. I had a dinner with my girlfriend and I was pleasantly surprised how good the food and..."

Julian Asher

"Beautiful interior and superb food accompanied by best local and international wines. We had some fresh oysters, 2 glasses of Chapel Down and..."

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