Top Restaurants in Culverden down, Kent
Tallow
15A Church Rd, Southborough, Tunbridge Wells TN4 0RX, UK | Fine Dining Restaurant P: Not available
Rating: 4.8 (149) Price Level:
We had a fantastic meal here, we have been twice and both times have been lovely! The food was fantastic, delicious, beautifully presented and a new and exciting take on food. All four of us really really enjoyed it. The staff are lovely, very knowledgable and helpful. They even remembered that one member of our party doesn’t like sweet Reisling and accommodated this effortlessly. For me the only downside was that the toilets are up some steep stairs and I have a disability so it is hard for me, however I understand that it isn’t always possible to accommodate this with space so I will be going again and soon!
Rating: 5 / 5
Tasting menu is fantastic, the accompanying wines are well worthwhile and add to the experience. Our hostess was brilliant and knew in-depth about each wine and each course. Well worth a special trip.
Rating: 5 / 5
Outstanding food to Michelin star standard. Service was excellent and very welcoming. Garlic dough balls to die for plus great monkfish and chicken mains. We will be back later in the year to celebrate our 40th anniversary
Rating: 5 / 5
This was genuinely one of the best meals I have had in my life. The smoked haddock starter was served with a gorgeous creamy white foam, the BBQ'd monkfish was delicate and bursting with flavour and the chicken was tender and served with a milk bread fried chicken sandwich on the side which was simply fabulous. They served some garlic dough balls to start which I would like to eat every day please! We finished with the chocolate slice which finished the meal off perfectly. An absolute treat and I can't wait to go back!
Rating: 5 / 5
Tallow in Southborough delivers a truly remarkable tasting menu, where every dish is a blend of creativity and flavor. The service went beyond attentive; our waitress was knowledgeable and clearly passionate, explaining the processes and ingredients with enthusiasm. It made the meal feel special and personal, enhancing the whole dining experience. Each course was thoughtfully prepared, and the dedication to quality was evident. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a unique and memorable dining journey.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Restroom
- Cocktails
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
Nearby Landmarks:
- Temper Temper Chocolate - 7m away
- Southborough Common - 145m away
- Hand & Sceptre - 164m away
- Fountains Lodge Care Home - Bupa - 317m away
- Bright Horizons Southborough Woodlands Preschool - 251m away
LagodiComo Bar and Restaurant
26 London Rd, Royal Tunbridge Wells, Tunbridge Wells TN1 1DA, UK | Italian Restaurant P: 01892 532660
Rating: 4.8 (229) Price Level:
Amazing food, and good service. I had lunch, some cocktails and desserts with two friends, one of them Italian, and she said everything was fantastic. We loved the starters, some of them with smoked salmon and mozzarella cheese, others with gratin aubergines, absolutely delicious! The pistachio dessert was lovely, with authentic Italian ice cream. Highly recommended!
Rating: 5 / 5
Very good food, great service and enjoyed the evening. Thanks to all the staff. Will be recommending
Rating: 5 / 5
Food you cannot forget. The most freshest calamari and pasta dishes. Hard to choose which dish to have. Wine was reasonably priced compared to other restaurants in the town. Service was excellent and the restaurant had a stylish outside eating area and a cosy intimate restaurant. Jelly beans at the end of the meal was fun!!!! Will be returning.
Rating: 5 / 5
If you are living locally or you are just visiting Tonbridge Wells, LagodiComo Bar and Restaurant is a place that must be on your list if you like Italian cuisine. Me and my wife had a lovely dinner recently in this place and it was an amazing experience. The restaurant has a great location, very close to High St, with a lot of places to visit around . There are plenty of parking places in the nearby area, we only walked 5min from the car. The moment we stepped in we were welcomed with a friendly positive attitude by the staff and we were amazed by the beauty of the place with lovely interior design, lights, shades and colours. The restaurant is spotless in terms of cleanliness. We served dinner and the food, cooked with fresh ingredients, was so delicious and authentic. The portions are not very big, the chef concentrates more on the quality, flavor, taste and elegance of the plate then quantity. So if you are very hungry and you want to eat the American way big portions this place is not for you, plenty in the area. On our visit we interacted with a few members of the staff and all of them were very friendly, eager to help, acting with professionalism making our visit an experience hard to remember. There is a wide variety of wines to choose from, amazing cocktails and premium Italian beer. If I have something to complain about, this is absolutely personal, I absolutely dislike the idea of service charge. I think it is quite disrespectful and redundant towards the customers as this is the main objective of a restaurant , to serve people. When the same bottle of wine that I can buy it from the local store with £50 you are selling it with £100 this is your services charge. Although I do believe in tipping, the tip should be minimum between 5-20%, should be suggested on the bill and the tip should reflect the satisfaction you had , it shouldn't be mandatory. But this is what I think and in our case we have been very satisfied. As a summary, the place is great, the staff is amazing and I am definitely recommending this place
Rating: 5 / 5
We had a wonderful Sunday night meal at Lago. All courses were to a high standard with a great bottle of red. Filippo looked after us well and shared good knowledge of the menu and the other servers were polite, warm and efficient. Would recommend.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Vegetarian Food
- Takeout
- Delivery
- Outdoor Seating
- Children' Menu
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Cocktails
- Vegetarian Food
- Desserts
- Coffee
Nearby Landmarks:
- The Ivy Royal Tunbridge Wells - 64m away
- Cassidys - 18m away
- Pizza Express - 96m away
- Juliets - 53m away
- rtwskin - Aesthetic clinic and Dermatology - 10m away
The Counter by Robin Read
77 Calverley Rd, Royal Tunbridge Wells, Tunbridge Wells TN1 2UY, UK | Restaurant P: 07828 968578
Rating: 4.9 (37) Price Level:
Beautiful food - we had the 5 course tasting menu plus the cheese course. Great wine menu. We loved all the courses, the staff were all great and very attentive. I was slightly disappointed with where we were sat in a corner near the door but the music was brilliant.
Rating: 5 / 5
It’s not often you go to a restaurant and the tunes are as good as the food. It’s all about the menu obviously but the way Robin and the team go about their work is so chilled, it helps create this wonderful atmosphere in which to enjoy it all. We had the 10 course all-in counter experience and I’m so glad we did. I love a bar and Robin was engaged and informative. I’m not sure my words will do the food justice, other than to say I can’t see how anyone would be disappointed here. They did a great job of accommodating my wife’s no red meat request. We’re going back as soon as the menu changes next month. TW is pretty lucky I think to have a place like this. The pudding wine menu looks well worth exploring for those that like this sort of a drop!
Rating: 5 / 5
An absolute pleasure to visit this gorgeous little gem of a restaurant. The 10-course tasting menu, sitting at the counter and watching the chefs, was a delight of exquisite tastes, and we had an additional cheese course between us. A truly magical evening.
Rating: 5 / 5
Had a beautiful dinner here with my husband. We live locally and had eaten at Robin's pop up previously. His food is amazing and menu both fresh and seasonal. The Counter is small but packs a great punch with friendly professional staff. Does get quite warm in the window seats and gets busy as the evening goes on but that is to be expected. Top end of the price range but absolutely worth it.
Rating: 5 / 5
This was an incredibly special evening, and we went for "The Counter" experience and got to sample the full menu. We liked the warm interior and the friendly hospitality. And we also appreciated how there was an effort to be "efficient" with the food and produce and waste as little as possible. I shall let the pictures do most of the talking, but basically, I enjoyed every single bite and I say this as someone who historically really doesn't like fish! My other half had the wine pairings and liked nearly all of them! The Muscat in particular was a special mention.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Cocktails
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Nearby Landmarks:
- Dragon Tan - 30m away
- Marks and Spencer - 211m away
- The Guinea - 84m away
- Royal Victoria Place - 241m away
- Calverley Grounds - 307m away
Pecorino Italian Restaurant
155-157 Camden Rd, Royal Tunbridge Wells, Tunbridge Wells TN1 2RF, UK | Restaurant P: 01892 571616
Rating: 4.9 (57) Price Level:
Found it quite randomly but so glad I did. Very hospitable, cosy restaurant with delicious food. Unlike the chain Italians , the pasta had deep flavour that I have never tasted out of my trip to Sicily. Normally not a huge fan of tiramisu but had to try it after other food was great, and as predicted , it did not disappoint.
Rating: 5 / 5
Had a lovely time at this Italian restaurant! From entering, it felt very welcoming with lovely decor and a wide-range of food available. Staff were friendly, attentive and accommodating, and the food tasted fantastic! The portions were very generous (especially the gnocchi!) and well-priced. Highly recommend, definitely our go-to when we're next in town!
Rating: 5 / 5
Very nice and cosy restaurant! Can here on a work night out! Pleasantly surprised 5*
Rating: 5 / 5
Omg the food here is incredible!! We had prawns in orange sauce for the first time and it was fantastic! Pizza bases were so good and full of toppings. The caramel cheesecake was the best cheesecake I’ve ever had! And last but not least, the staff were fantastic! Our waitress was really helpful and the chefs cooking tonight were so friendly and lovely. Really recommend! ❤️
Rating: 5 / 5
Very cozy place with great atmosphere, fantastic staff which looks after you constantly!! Amazing food for the price I’ll come back here for sure !!
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Takeout
- Children' Menu
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Desserts
- Coffee
Nearby Landmarks:
- Black Horse - 28m away
- The Spice - 8m away
- Camden Food Bazar - 71m away
- Pizza Go Go Tunbridge Wells - 57m away
- Royal Victoria Place - 412m away
The Hidden Well
77 St John's Rd, Royal Tunbridge Wells, Tunbridge Wells TN4 9TT, UK | Restaurant P: 01892 524233
Rating: 4.9 (166) Price Level:
Such a little gem to find! Despite us having confused the date we booked we were warmly accommodated by the team, even though it was a very busy evening! The food was delicious and the hosts were so welcoming. We will definitely be coming back!
Rating: 5 / 5
Easily the best restaurant in Tunbridge Wells. Friendly Staff, top notch Asian food and service. No complaints. I will defintelly keep returning for their Boa Buns and Beef Brisket Noodles. 😋
Rating: 5 / 5
This place is great The food and service was amazing Very friendly staff Would highly recommend We will be returning very soon
Rating: 5 / 5
One of the best meals we have ever eaten. Everything was fresh, served hot and absolutely delicious. The wasabi-mayo and crispy prawn bao bun with fresh mango was incredible. Best pan-asian food I've ever had.
Rating: 5 / 5
Soooo good. Everything I’ve tried has been amazing, (highly recommend the beef salad and pork wontons in the picture). Food is fresh and high quality. This place is a must if you are in the area!
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Vegetarian Food
- Takeout
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Cocktails
- Vegetarian Food
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
Parking Options:
- Paid Parking Lot
Nearby Landmarks:
- Saint Johns Yard - 26m away
- Sainsbury's Local - 45m away
- Clue Cracker - 23m away
- Junahki - 35m away
- The Skinners’ School - 82m away
La Spiga Italian Restaurant
3B Monson Rd, Royal Tunbridge Wells, Tunbridge Wells TN1 1LS, UK | Italian Restaurant P: 01892 327461
Rating: 5 (27) Price Level:
My husband and I both had a pasta dish which was incredibly delicious. Not too much cream and a fabulous flavour. Couldn’t be better. Our waitress was kind ,attentive and very informative. Lovely person and would definitely return next time we stay in Tunbridge wells. Very reasonably priced. Perhaps even slightly less than you’d expect.
Rating: 5 / 5
It's a lovely little restaurant and we were the only diners on a bitterly cold Thursday night. Thursdays the lovely staff (husband and wife?) Informed us are often quiet. They were attentive without being obtrusive. I had risotto and pannacotta and my friend had a salmon dish and biscoff cheese cake. In both cases polishing the plate clean. A fine meal. It felt homely and very welcoming and the food is great and not expensive. Do go there!
Rating: 5 / 5
We had a wonderful meal at La Spiga. The food was some of the very best fresh pasta and pizza we’ve had the pleasure of eating, outdoing much more expensive competition. The food is fresh, there’s clearly a lot of care that goes into it, and it all tastes brilliant. Plus it’s very reasonably priced! It’s not a white tablecloth sort of place but the quality of the food in a casual atmosphere is part of the charm. We’ll be back, often!
Rating: 5 / 5
We had such a wonderful meal at La Spiga! Delicious pizzas and tiramisu to die for 😍 Loved the warm welcome and the cosy atmosphere 🥰 Thank you … we will be back very soon! 🤩
Rating: 4 / 5
My sister and I visited for lunch today, this restaurant has only been open for a month and it was quite quiet, but our food came out piping hot and beautifully cooked.. lovely Italian restaurant.. quite small.. lovely food.. highly recommended..
Features:
- Dine-In
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Takeout
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Cocktails
- Desserts
- Coffee
Nearby Landmarks:
- Marks and Spencer - 81m away
- COOK Tunbridge Wells - 18m away
- Monkhouse Schoolwear Specialists - 25m away
- Royal Victoria Place - 157m away
- The Guinea - 69m away
Zorba Meze & Grill
4 Upper Grosvenor Rd, Royal Tunbridge Wells, Tunbridge Wells TN1 2EN, UK | Turkish Restaurant P: 01892 530051
Rating: 4.6 (1028) Price Level:
First visit to this restaurant. We went for a family dinner. Turned up without reservations but we were welcomed and seated. We ordered mixed chicken sharing kebab. It was delicious and very tasty. Service is fast could be more smiley and friendly. The food was prepared quickly. It’s priced reasonably. Inside is modern, clean and interior is airy. It has a nice small outside area.
Rating: 5 / 5
Delicious and tasty food in a cozy lovely place. We had a dish for two, which was a mixed grill platter and the portions were very generous, our group was 3 people and we couldn't finish everything on the plate. The lamb chops were really good, the ribs just tasted amazing, the hummus had perfect texture and their pita bread was very soft and delicious. We received great service from the staff as well, who even helped us book a taxi when we were leaving. Highly recommend it!
Rating: 5 / 5
This place is absolutely amazing. If you are in the area you have to try it. The restaurant has a lovely location in the heart of Tunbridge Wells. Mediterranean cuisine is about great taste and healthy food. If you step in the decorations and lights are making you feel calm and welcomed. The staff are lovely and eager to help. The place is very clean and tidy. The food is excellent made from fresh ingredients. Portions are considerable. Also Sunday they serve Sunday roast. We are looking forward to visiting this place again.
Rating: 5 / 5
Definitely one of the best Turkish restaurant we’ve been to . Food is delicious, service outstanding and brilliant atmosphere, place is modern and classy but what makes it special is definitely service 👍👍👍👍
Rating: 5 / 5
If you’re craving authentic Turkish cuisine, Zorba is the place to go. The shish kebab stands out as the highlight—juicy, well-seasoned, and grilled to perfection. The restaurant's cozy atmosphere creates a welcoming vibe for diners, and the staff are friendly and attentive. Complement your meal with fresh salads and savory dips for a complete experience. Zorba is a must-visit for anyone looking to enjoy delicious Turkish flavors!
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Vegetarian Food
- Takeout
- Delivery
- Outdoor Seating
- Children' Menu
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Cocktails
- Vegetarian Food
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
- Paid Parking Lot
- Paid Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Five Ways Post Office - 47m away
- Tesco Express - 50m away
- KFC Tunbridge Wells - Grosvenor Road - 40m away
- Fuggles Beer Cafe - 36m away
- Fenwick Tunbridge Wells - 117m away
Saint Johns Yard
66 St John's Rd, Royal Tunbridge Wells, Tunbridge Wells TN4 9PE, UK | Pub P: 01892 619376
Rating: 4.5 (813) Price Level:
I visited for a private book launch. Jacob Dolley’s, ‘Calm after the storm’ (a life changing poetry book) we had a blast in their private event space. The rest of the venue was open as usual in their main space. Service was so welcoming! Fellow customers were friendly, this is evidence to what a treasured local Saint Johns Yard is. The legendary young man that had his book launch is on the journey of a lifetime! Best of luck and Saint Johns Yard, thanks for having us!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Rating: 5 / 5
We stopped for lunch on our way to town. The menu offered mostly burgers options and some other variations. Initially I thought it was a bit of a limitation but I have actually enjoyed my burger so much that I do feel that it's better to have a shorter menu but with greater food! :)
Rating: 5 / 5
Not the sit-down restaurant a local news article suggested it was but some of the best pub grub you're likely to eat. The other reviews about their burgers are correct, they were *that* good. If I could have taken half a star off, I would as they were fairly inflexible with the options, in terms of the fries (you couldn't upgrade the fries to "dirty" ones and had to either pay full price for the meal and the side or end up with two lots of fries...) but the food was good so I'll let it slide! Would I come back? Sure. If I was out this way but I wouldn't make a trip especially.
Rating: 5 / 5
The vintage room was just perfect for celebrating my little ones birthday along side my own. The space was great, loved being able to put some pictures up on the projector. Service was brilliant, the staff were so friendly and helpful. Everything was so easy to organise and overall very stress free.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Takeout
- Delivery
- Outdoor Seating
- Live Music
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Watching Sports
- Wheelchair Accessible
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Parking Options:
- Paid Parking Lot
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Sainsbury's Local - 28m away
- Clue Cracker - 17m away
- Junahki - 31m away
- The Shuffle House - 18m away
- The Skinners’ School - 83m away
TN1 Bar and Kitchen
33 Monson Rd, Royal Tunbridge Wells, Tunbridge Wells TN1 1LS, UK | Restaurant P: Not available
Rating: 4.7 (490) Price Level:
Such lovely place. Popped in for some drinks with my partner for his birthday. Good location. Reasonable prices, quick service and atmosphere is ready to rock & roll u. Happy to be here.
Rating: 4 / 5
**update on today's visit** Great breakfast, sausages amazing, my wife loved her avocado and poached eggs. My only criticism is this venue in notoriously slow at bringing your bill over. It happens every time we go. Nice friendly staff, always polite. Not the most attentive out there. Nicely decorated, light and airy. Would recommend. ______________________________________ We've now been here on several occasions, day and night. Overall the service, food and atmosphere is good. The live music was very entertaining during a mid week evening. Some of the lights are at eye level at night, which can be dazzling, otherwise the atmosphere and ambience would be great. We had to move tables because of the lighting arrangement. The food is (nearly) always cooked to a good to high standard. The service getting the bill can be slow. Overall this is certainly a recommended venue to visit in Tunbridge Wells. Keep up the good work, a few minor tweaks here and there and this will be a fantastic place.
Rating: 5 / 5
Great food, great atmosphere, staff are unbelievably good. Love visiting TN1 for a Breakfast or Sunday Roast. Food is always excellent. Can cater for small and big parties. One of my favourite places to eat I Tunbridge Wells.
Rating: 4 / 5
My mother had an avocado & poached egg on toast & I went for the eggs Benedict. We both liked the food but were a little disappointed as our eggs were both slightly overcooked - yolk was not runny. Service was great & the establishment was well presented.
Rating: 5 / 5
En route heading back to London on a Sunday, we decided to grab food with us only wanting one thing. A Sunday roast. However with many pubs in the area we called around, checked reviews, even walking into some establishments that were always busy. On our hunt we came across TN1 Bar and Kitchen, and after visiting my outlook on bars has changed when it comes to getting a roast. Firstly when you walk into this bar, it's extremely modern, with a hint of quirkiness. It was nice & open with a lovely atmosphere that was busy yet chilled, and luckily a table of 4 was waiting for us. Whilst waiting to decide on our order we were pleasantly greeted and served drinks, before putting our order in which was easy from all the views and smells from other customers' plates. When your food arrives at the table so will a big smile on your face, as straight away the presentation confirms we made the right decision. The Pork Belly Roast dinner I had was not cooked to perfection, but is perfection. Everything on the plate held its own, dazzling my taste buds from every bite giving me that that homely Sunday feel inside. The portion size is perfect and if you have this without a starter, you'll feel more than satisfied yet in my case I forced what I couldn't eat as it was too good to leave on the plate. You can tell every detail was well thought through with the decor and menu options; wanting to give customers a great experience to ensure they return. If I lived near TN1, you'd find me here every Sunday without fail.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Brunch
- Takeout
- Delivery
- Outdoor Seating
- Children' Menu
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Cocktails
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
- Paid Parking Lot
- Paid Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Marks and Spencer - 106m away
- Jeremy's Home Store - 41m away
- COOK Tunbridge Wells - 43m away
- Blacks - 41m away
- Royal Victoria Place - 194m away
Kumquat Restaurant - Tunbridge Wells
30 The Pantiles, Royal Tunbridge Wells, Tunbridge Wells TN2 5TN, UK | Asian Restaurant P: 01892 487556
Rating: 4.7 (214) Price Level:
Great place. The food is quite good. And the staff were extremely nice. The Gyoza is frozen but it was ok. The Salmon and English muffin was very good. They didn’t have the Bao buns at first, but then they got it delivered just in time. And we enjoyed the Bao buns. Very nice place. I recommend it.
Rating: 5 / 5
What an absolutely splendid dining experience I had. This cosy yet classed restaurant has a comforting atmosphere and the most attentive, joyous staff members you could ever want. However the food was without a doubt, the stars of the show - gorgeously hand crafted Asian fusion dishes that are simply the best. Every bite is nothing but perfection. I would most definitely recommend the fusion bao’s and honorable mentions to the Japanese leaf bites. As someone from Hong Kong I was more than pleased to find such comforting dishes that felt like home, the kindness of the staff deeply amplified the amazing experience “kumquat” offered to me and my family.
Rating: 4 / 5
We had a load of sharing plates as there was only one vegetarian main. The miso aubergine was excellent as were the cocktails and Japanese leaf bites. The gyoza was crispy and that and the fritters were tasty but we felt something was lacking in the sauces. Waiting staff were very helpful
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Brunch
- Serves Vegetarian Food
- Takeout
- Delivery
- Outdoor Seating
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Cocktails
- Vegetarian Food
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Nearby Landmarks:
- The Pantiles - 45m away
- Sainsbury's - 387m away
- 'The Forum' Live Music Venue - 85m away
- King Charles the Martyr - 99m away
- The CakeShed - 14m away