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BAYTE, Saint Leonards-on-sea, East Sussex

BAYTE

4.7 (91)
£26 to £40
Modern European
45-46 Kings Rd, Saint Leonards-on-sea, East Sussex TN37 6DY

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
8:30 PM
Booked 12 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
BAYTE, is a modern European neighbourhood restaurant with an emphasis on local sourcing and quality produce in the seaside town of St Leonards-on-Sea. The seasonal menu blends influences from across the globe, with particular reference to Italian recipes, such as hand-rolled pastas.
The meat at BAYTE is free-range and reared on biodynamic, organic Haye Farm in Devon. Vegetables are also sourced from organic suppliers, most of them from English and Japanese vegetable growers Namayasai, and Goat Grid Farm, both in nearby Lewes.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Modern European, Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Cafe Mon, Wed–Fri 9:00 am–4:00 pm Restuarant Sat 12:00 pm–11:30 pm Restaurant Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Restaurant Wed–Fri 6:00 pm–11:00 pm Pasta Night Mon 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01424 316721
  • Website
    https://www.bayte.co.uk/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    45-46 Kings Rd, Saint Leonards-on-sea, East Sussex TN37 6DY
  • Neighborhood
    St Leonards-On-Sea
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 91 people are saying

BAYTE reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • East Sussex

    Best Food

  • East Sussex

    Best Ambiance

  • East Sussex

    Great for brunch

  • East Sussex

    Good for business meals

  • East Sussex

    Kid-friendly

  • East Sussex

    Innovative

  • East Sussex

    Good for groups

  • East Sussex

    Healthy

  • East Sussex

    Hot spot

  • East Sussex

    Neighborhood gem

  • East Sussex

    Great for fine wines

  • East Sussex

    Romantic

  • East Sussex

    Good for special occasions

  • East Sussex

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • East Sussex

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
BAYTE offers an "inventive food" experience with "great service" in a "warm and friendly atmosphere." The menu features standout dishes like hake with caponata and Rigatoni cacio e pepe. Diners appreciate the "lovely, airy space" and "amazing" food, making it an ideal spot for special occasions and memorable meals.
91 Reviews

  1. Gary

    London19 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall, the food was interesting and tasty, the service good and surroundings relaxing. However, I found a number of the dishes to be overpriced, considering the ingredients and portion size. The Dashi broth @ £27, which consisted of a variety of vegetables in a light broth and the Tempura @£25, which again was just deep-fried vegetables in a tempura batter, were, in my opinion not good value and significantly overpriced. Pluses on the night were the guest wines, which were interesting, fruity and fragrant, and the two fish dishes were pleasant and appetising. Looking forward, either the price bracket of the main courses needs to be reconsidered or more interesting ingredients should be added to the dish, to warrant the cost.

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  2. Sabiha

    East Sussex1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is my favourite restaurant in St Leonard’s without a doubt . It is beautifully set out with an open kitchen , low lighting and background music . The food is always absolutely delicious. I love that they use the finest , freshest, local and seasonal ingredients and they always produce the most sublime tasting dish’s. The staff are welcoming and attentive even though they are constantly on the go and they all have great knowledge of the food & drink they’re serving you. Can’t recommend more highly, it’s always a treat to come here .

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  3. Jane

    Brighton2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service ,ambience and of course the food were all great. It's a lovely, airy space.There are always new and interesting combinations.

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  4. Sophie

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was a faultless experience. Great service, delicious, inventive food, warm and friendly atmosphere. BAYTE isn't cheap but is very much worth every penny. This was a special occasion and it was truly special.

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  5. Simon

    Devon3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely delicious. Every mouthful was savoured by everyone.

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  6. Anna

    London23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing meal at Bayte. The panelle and pickled veg were delicious, the Magnolia Martini was magical, all the wonderful pasta dishes were exceptional and the two mains we barely managed to finish were also very good. But the nibbles and the starters (and the bread) really are the stars here. The brown shrimp butter sauce on the nettle and ricotta agnolotti was truly incredible.

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  7. Christian

    London5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely relaxed space with really good cooking. Laid back but attentive service. London prices.

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  8. Bruce

    London10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every dish was really taste especially hake with caponata & Rigatoni cacia e Pepe. Good friendly and informative service. Good all round

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  9. Georgia

    London1 review

    3.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Unbelievably small portion sizes for the price for a Sunday roast

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  10. Gary

    London20 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Enjoyable food, in a relaxed environment with good service.

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FAQs

BAYTE offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 01424 316721.

BAYTE is rated 4.7 stars by 91 OpenTable diners.

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

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Booked 12 times today
Google Map for BAYTE

45-46 Kings Rd, Saint Leonards-on-sea, East Sussex TN37 6DY

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    St Leonards-On-Sea
  • Hours of operation
    Cafe Mon, Wed–Fri 9:00 am–4:00 pm Restuarant Sat 12:00 pm–11:30 pm Restaurant Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Restaurant Wed–Fri 6:00 pm–11:00 pm Pasta Night Mon 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Modern European, Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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