Best Restaurants in Hastings and St Leonards: East Sussex Travel Guide - Eater London
"St. Clement’s, a formal-ish bistro, deserves its Michelin star. The prix-fixe menus, which change daily, don’t just centre on Hastings-caught seafood. Meat terrines and seasonal vegetables — in early December, it was pork and green peppercorn and chicory with Stilton — feature prominently too. If there’s a posset on the pudding menu, order it, as it’s something of a house specialty. Reservations, made a few days in advance and not the day of, are wise." - Nikkitha Bakshani
We sought out this restaurant based on reviews, as we were staying overnight for a quick break. I don't usually leave reviews, but I have to say this was the highlight of our stay. The food was exceptional and featured homemade desserts which we could not resist. We asked for a recommendation for wine, as we promised ourselves we would be eating purely seafood, this recommendation was made without us feeling patronised and was spot on. I would recommend anyone visiting St Leonards to book a table here if they are foodies (like ourselves).
Vivika Ward
Google
Hands down, one of my favourite restaurants in Hastings. Had fantastic meal here! Atmosphere great, service fantastic and food always outstanding! Must try place when in Hastings! We had mussel, skate wing and sea bass, all dishes were very tasty. Cheesecake for dessert was fluffy and moreish! Oh, almost forgot, great wine! Can’t wait to visit again!
Evelyne Mayrhofer
Google
Delicious food and amazing service! This restaurant is not big but you feel right at home as soon as you enter.
Alistair Ward
Google
As always food was outstanding, service excellent. When ever we're in Hastings this is our first choice for an evening meal. Love it. Thank you to all the staff will be back again and again very soon.
Fiona Chong
Google
Had lunch here, cozy place and the server was very friendly. Starters excellent. Mains were good - fish was fresh and cooked very well. The guinea fowl was a little dry though. Overall still great and would go back.
Julian Asher
Google
The best fine dining in St Leonards on Sea!
This is by far the highest quality dining experience in the St Leonards area. The choice of food is excellent and really looks and tastes great. The service is impeccable and they really are setting a high standard. The wine list is varied with lots of good combinations to accompany the food.
Good menu with lots of choices including fresh local fish and meat and also vegetarian options.
I really enjoyed an asparagus starter and the seafood here is some of the best available.
Highly recommended for a good meal and reservations are necessary.
Ashlee de Klerk
Google
A must visit if you’re in Hastings! We had the steak and kale pesto pappardelle. The pappardelle was delicious, heavily reducing my food envy of the steak facing me. The service was also top notch! The sticky toffee pudding is quite possibly the best I’ve ever had.
Simon Davies
Google
Wonderful lunch had here. Set menu is an absolute bargain. Service friendly and efficient. Thai spicy beef salad to start had a subtle kick - followed by wholesome roasted chicken in mushroom, mustard and tarragon sauce. Then the trio of homemade ice cream was ultra refreshing. My partners chocolate torte a thing of wonder. Will definitely be returning