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Callenders, Hailsham, East Sussex

Callenders

4.6
4.6
209 Reviews
£25 and under
British

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Callenders is a modern , casual style dining bistro. From a romantic meal for two, to a celebration dinner for forty. The best of local produce cooked to order for you.
The surroundings are relaxed and easy going. Large potted plants occupy the free spaces and original water-colours by local artists hang on the walls. Table tops are bare and minimalist set with condiments, cutlery and fresh cut flower stems.
Old dishes make a fresh return, and modern classics like Thai-Style Chicken sit comfortably along-side Braised Beef Cheeks with roast potatoes and gravy.
Steaks are good too and a full Char-grill section on the menu features locally shot Venison and a selection of beef cuts; T bone, Fillet and Sirloin.
As you would expect all desserts and pastries are made in house, with a definite focus on classic British desserts, steamed Treacle Sponge, Crème Brule, Apple Tart, Queen of Puddings and a really beautiful creamed rice dessert served with a mango sorbet are often on the menu.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Steakhouse, Wild Game
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sat 9:00 am–8:30 pm Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01323 842400
  • Payment options
    JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Mr Killian Callender
  • Catering
    We are happy to write or adjust menus to your personal requirements. From a table of two to a celebration dinner for 45, nothing is too much trouble.
  • Private party facilities
    We can seat single groups of up to 45 making us the perfect venue for that special anniversary celebration dinner.
  • Neighborhood
    Hailsham
  • Cross street
    Directly across the road from the Grenadier Public House.
  • Parking details
    Hailsham town has more than one large free car park, and the restaurant has un restricted parking out front.
  • Public transit
    Callenders is situated on the high Street and within one minutes walking distance of two bus routes and a taxi rank.
  • Additional
    Beer, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Friday night Steak Night

    £15.95 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Choose any item from our chargrill menu (avg price paid 15.95 Cheapeast £12.95 upto 28.95) and we will include a drink in the price. You can also finish your meal with a complimentary dessert from our extensive menu of homemade desserts. The Char grill menu includes a great selection of top quality prime steaks; Sirloin steak, Fillet steak, T-bone, Sword Fish, Burgers, vegetarian burgers and chargrilled Chicken Breast. Your sides are included in the price too, grilled tomatoes, mushrooms, chips, sauté potatoes or new potatoes, Mediterranean vegetables and salad. We've been running our steak night now for 10 years and it has become a real neighbourhood favourite. Book a table and join us for the best and see why we are so popular.

What 209 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

209 Reviews
  1. Roger

    East Sussex

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    excellent service and lovely atmosphere, food was acceptable but too much on plate, The vegtables were a little to ah la dente. We would go again

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  2. Jackie

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, outstanding food very reasonably priced. Would highly recommend. Our new go to restaurant

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  3. James

    East Sussex

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Callenders is always a great experience. We visit quite often and can never fault the food or the friendly service. Highly recommended. Support a local restaurant and enjoy some wonderful food.

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  4. Mark

    East Sussex

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice lunchtime meal, limited menu options. However food was very good. Staff friendly and helpful,

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  5. David

    East Sussex

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Late Sunday afternoon lunch for four. Very efficient and friendly waiter. Excellent value for all roast’s and puddings. We and our friends, who live locally, would happily recommend this restaurant.

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  6. Roger

    East Sussex

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    service was excellent and flood delivered very quickly,, we decided on beef but we found it a little tough. We would go again

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  7. Gillian

    East Sussex

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Friendly welcome and swift service. Excellent choice of food and all beautifully cooked and presented. Very helpful where dietary restrictions were concerned re gluten and the food was delicious. We will definitely be returning to try the rest of the menu.

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  8. Carole

    East Sussex

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    very good food and cheerful service.xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

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  9. Mandy

    East Sussex

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food and service. Good value for money and they use local suppliers

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  10. Hamsterfag

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved this restaurant. The food was great and the staff (Shannon, Corbyn, Lucca) were so lovely. We will return soon.

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FAQs

Callenders offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 01323 842400.

Callenders is rated 4.6 stars by 209 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Callenders

80-82 High Street, Hailsham, East Sussex BN27 1AU

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Directly across the road from the Grenadier Public House.
  • Neighborhood
    Hailsham
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sat 9:00 am–8:30 pm Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Steakhouse, Wild Game
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Hailsham town has more than one large free car park, and the restaurant has un restricted parking out front.
  • Public transit
    Callenders is situated on the high Street and within one minutes walking distance of two bus routes and a taxi rank.
  • Payment options
    JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Mr Killian Callender
  • Additional
    Beer, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    01323 842400
  • Catering
    We are happy to write or adjust menus to your personal requirements. From a table of two to a celebration dinner for 45, nothing is too much trouble.
  • Private party facilities
    We can seat single groups of up to 45 making us the perfect venue for that special anniversary celebration dinner.
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