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1. The Rainbow
4.0
Excellent(739)
Price: Moderate
• British • Eastbourne
Booked 7 times today
In showing this building some love, local businesswoman Shoes Simes has said that she hopes to help make her pub more food-led and family-friendly. In doing so she hopes to turn this local building of historical importance into an establishment for local families and friends to enjoy together. It all started 13 years ago when she first saw the building and she knew straight away that this was the pub for her and finally her dreams have come true, with a full refurbishment, this pub is now ready to be revealed to Eastbourne in all its glory. Once functioning as an old Moot Court, eventually turning into a restaurant in the 1970s, before it boomed as a pub trading as The Rainbow. It eventually changed to The Counting House and saw a new lease of life as the garden grew to be a popular haunt of all in old town. Returning with a change of name to the older style of The Rainbow, and with it a focus on food again. For outdoor reservations, please contact the restaurant directly.
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2. Thai Terre - East Dean
4.7
Exceptional(393)
Price: Moderate
• Thai • Eastbourne
Booked 1 time today
Thai Terre is located opposite the village green in the picturesque South Downs village of East Dean, close to Birling Gap and three miles west of Eastbourne. At first a Thai restaurant may seem out of keeping with the flint-walled cottages and the well-kept traditional English village common, but this pairing reflects the driving principle of Thai Terre – to take the best the South Downs can provide and add an exotic twist to create something really special.
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3. Callenders
4.6
Exceptional(209)
Price: Moderate
• British • Hailsham
Booked 1 time today
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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4. Glasshouse
new
3.7
Very Good(117)
Price: Expensive
• Bistro • Eastbourne
Booked 18 times today
Glass House is a fresh new seaside restaurant / café that aims to regenerate the pavilion building and surrounding Redoubt Gardens. Returning it into a destination for community and visitors to eat, meet, relax and celebrate.It is dedicated to bolstering both Eastbourne’s community and heritage, showcasing local produce and culture whilst allowing residents and visitors to enjoy the spectacular views of our beautiful seafront.
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5. Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Eastbourne
4.7
Exceptional(910)
Price: Moderate
• British • Eastbourne
Booked 24 times today
Formerly an old pub, Bill's Eastbourne restaurant is in a great location, right in the middle of the town, with seating inside and out. The mix of original features and Bill's touches give the restaurant real charm, and make it the perfect place for breakfast, lunch, dinner and everything in between.
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6. Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Lewes
4.5
Awesome(1354)
Price: Moderate
• British • Lewes
Booked 51 times today
Our Lewes restaurant, opened in 2001, is where the Bill's story began and it continues to be an extremely popular destination for locals and visitors from far and wide, sitting in the heart of this pretty town. Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and everything in between.
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7. Thai Marina
4.7
Exceptional(1595)
Price: Expensive
• Thai • Eastbourne
Booked 7 times today
Thai Marina is situated at The Waterfront at Sovereign Harbour, Eastbourne and serves modern Thai cuisine in a traditional setting. The menu has all the classics you'd except such as Green Curry or Pad Thai as well as newer dishes such as Lamb Cutlets or Tamarind Sea Bass. In the summer months, enjoy alfresco dining all day and through the evening and on the weekends enjoy the Thai summer barbecue by the waterside.
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8. The Sundial
4.9
Exceptional(541)
Price: Expensive
• French • Herstmonceux
Booked 1 time today
The Sundial is a privately owned, relaxed and chic French restaurant with spectacular views of the South Downs in East Sussex. The Sundial’s à-la-carte and seasonal menus as well as its cuisine and ambience are typically French. Our restaurant in East Sussex is perfect for a meal with family and friends or an intimate dinner for two, the Sundial’s lounge bar, French restaurant and private dining room provide a flexible combination for parties, business meetings, seminars, wedding venues and group events for up to 60 people. Our restaurant can cater for upto 150 people as a wedding venue. If you´re looking for a Fine Dining French restaurant in East Sussex, or anywhere in Sussex, you won´t find a finer French restaurant!. Our French restaurant has a Civil wedding License offering you the perfect wedding venue in East Sussex. Restaurant also has a large car park with 16 parking spaces.
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9. 5th Avenue Restaurant & Bar
4.6
Exceptional(101)
Price: Moderate
• Grill • Eastbourne
Booked 1 time today
We are an elegant restaurant and bar based in Eastbourne town centre. We serve steaks, burgers, seafood, cocktails and much more.
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10. Horse & Groom
new
4.8
Exceptional(11)
Price: Moderate
• Gastro Pub • Heathfield
Believed to date back to the 17th century the Horse & Groom was originally used to house local farmer workers, with the increase in horse drawn traffic using the old Hastings Road the property was utilised to offer weary travellers a place to rest and stable their horse ready for their onward journey. It then, and has to this date, become known as the Horse and Groom .​ Free of tie, the pub now offers the traditional country pub fair, set in the glorious surroundings of Rushlake Green, with its picturesque village properties encircling the village green, centre of the villages attraction and host to many winter and summer events. The pub with it’s large private gardens offers a friendly and secure environment for families to enjoy beautiful views over the adjoining rolling Sussex countryside.

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  • Rita
    East Sussex •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Our first visit to The Rainbow, certainly not the last. Nice and friendly staff and cozy atmosphere.
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    The RainbowPrice: Moderate• British• Eastbourne
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  • OpenTable Diner
    London •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We were served by Luke, he was energetic and very accommodating. He was confident about the menu and made us feel like we made good choices which we did because yummmmm! He was attentive when serving our bottle of wine also making sure we were always topped up. 10/10 service from Luke! The music was a little loud for our taste as we had to shout quite a bit, but it didn’t ruin the evening. Will defo be back! Thank you.
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    The Ivy Asia, BrightonPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Asian• Brighton
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    4.3
  • Matt
    East Sussex •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    One of Eastbourne's classiest restaurants. The evening menu is of a high standard. Very impressive. Delicious flavours and high quality ingredients. The cocktail menu is top notch too. The staff were brilliant, in particular Tori who served us. Will definitely visit again. Highly recommended.
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    GlasshousePrice: Expensive• Bistro• Eastbourne
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    3.7
  • Jackie
    London •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 13, 2024
    Excellent service, outstanding food very reasonably priced. Would highly recommend. Our new go to restaurant
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    CallendersPrice: Moderate• British• Hailsham
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    4.6
  • Jacquie
    Brighton •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 24, 2024
    Why have I not been before? What a fantastic restaurant. Staff were genuinely friendly. Food absolutely delicious & reasonably priced. I'll definitely return & I've already recommended to family & friends. Thank you for such a lovely experience. Jacquie
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    Thai Terre - East DeanPrice: Moderate• Thai• Eastbourne
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    4.7

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