The Best Restaurants in Groombridge, Kent, United Kingdom (2025)

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.

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.

Very good food, great service and enjoyed the evening. Thanks to all the staff. Will be recommending

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!

Absolutely incredible breakfasts! Top quality ingredients, beautifully cooked and presented. Congrats to the chef as it really was 5star and as good a breakfast as we had ever tasted. Stand aside The Wolesey in London…Bruch Cafe is where it’s at!

A lovely little cafe discovered on a random drive for new places. The staff were lovely, friendly and polite, even accommodating my love for honey vs sugar for my cup of tea! The breakfast itself, is, as you would hope, as tasty as it looks. Nice sausages, eggs nice yolk and runny, beans not dry at all and the bacon was perfect. Price wise, it's on par with most and definitely worth the price. 👍🏻 Service, as said previously, was spot on perfect, there was hardly any real difference in how we were treated and served compared to how someone who appeared to be a known regular, I really liked that. The atmosphere does not let this little gem down at all! However, while it's not tight for space or cramped, you are aware of the people sitting at other tables. That said, the colour scheme looks good and adds to that roomier feel to the Café. I will definitely revisit in the future. 👍🏻🔥

Absolutely superb Cafe! I eat alot of full English's and am often disappointed. Not today! Perfect eggs, lovely sausages good quality bacon, black pudding etc. the service was quick ,polite and friendly!

Wonderful place :) really friendly staff… tasty clean food and happy to let me choose items individually rather that the set breakfast A vegan menu which is always delightful Would like to see vegan pastry or vegan cakes in the future :) Will return for sure 🫶🏻 OH the milkshake was soooo tasty :) peanut butter mmm

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!

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!

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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!

Great place for lunch, we often order ahead and pick it up! Always very tasty, fresh and hot! Get a good size portion also!

Only three stars for ‘atmosphere’ because it was raining! I just had a Classic burger from this guy and it was delicious. A choice of crusty or brioche bun and he toasted it on the griddle too - just like I would do. Then added freshly prepared salad and some delicious burger sauce to deliver a really tasty lunch. Why would anyone go to McDonalds when this is freshly cooked with quality ingredients and served with a genuine smile. Thank you! I’ll be back for more chat about the weather, Poland and the potential of a hosepipe ban! 👍😊 Plus of course another Classic!

Wow saved this place on the trucknav, amazing food. Had the belly&beef burger. Wow great burger great price too. And full after too. No cheap frozen burger neither. Nice couple manning the grill, And what a view too. please go try it out

Just stopped here for the first time and had a Berger by far the best Berger I have had in a layby in my life just take a look at the menu and you will realise this is not your run of the mill berger van. Berger's are made by the owners not in a factory and taste like it. It also has a great view unlike most lay-bys on A26 heading west

Love our lunch and the staff were all very friendly! I made a note upon booking mentioning it's for my husband's birthday, they left a birthday card on the table when we arrived and a little cake with candle 🕯️ that's really sweet! We were already talking about visiting again to try out other dishes ❤️

Thackeray’s in Tunbridge Wells is an absolute gem that delivers an exceptional dining experience. From the moment you arrive, the beautiful venue exudes elegance and charm, making it the perfect setting for any occasion. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, with just the right balance of sophistication and comfort. The food is nothing short of outstanding. We started with the halloumi, which was cooked to perfection – crispy on the outside, soft and flavorful on the inside. For the main, the fillet steak was a true masterpiece – tender, juicy, my partner had the ribeye which I must say was bursting with flavour and a bigger portion but both were cooked to perfection medium rare. It was paired with sides that complemented the dish flawlessly a truffle jus. To finish, we shared the tart Tatin dessert, which was nothing short of heavenly. The caramelized apples, buttery pastry, and creamy accompaniment of brand and plain cream made it an unforgettable end to the meal with rum and and raisin ice cream 😋 The service was impeccable throughout, with staff who were attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about ensuring every guest has a fantastic experience. Thackeray’s is not just a restaurant but an experience, where every detail is considered to perfection. Whether for a special celebration or simply a treat, this is a place that truly stands out. I can’t recommend it highly enough – absolutely five stars!

The food was wonderful, the service was top notch and the location was beautiful. However I give it an overall 4 star as I felt sometimes that the dishes were a tad small for the price tag. We were 2 people and our bill came to £300 and we only had 2 x the chef’s tasting menu and 2 glasses of wine (not even a bottle) as we were driving. The raspberry soufflé is one of the best I’ve ever tried and definitely the one that will make this visit memorable.

We enjoyed the food at this restaurant, as it was of very good quality. However, we couldn't help but feel that the portion sizes were a bit on the smaller side, considering the price tag. I personally left a bit hungry. The set lunch for 2, along with a bottle of water, all together priced at 99 pounds, felt quite steep. Additionally, finding parking in the area proved to be quite difficult.

An enjoyable lunch for 6 of us. Good choice of food, well prepared and with little wait from ordering to being served. Excellent selection of proper beer from Larkins to Harveys. No doubt lager was available for those who prefer it. Altogether a very pleasant experience.

Small but lovely pub, views in the garden at the back are great, staff are really friendly and lovely location in general. Will definitely come back to eat here, as we just turned in for a pint today.

Amazing summer outdoor space for dogs and families! My family made a stop here for lunch today. 1 dog, 2 kids, and 4 adults. The menu was great for everyone, vegetarians included. Everything was a great size and really tasty. The pricing was good for the group of us. It was a beautiful day so we sat outside under sun umbrellas and really enjoyed the beautiful environment. I'd recommend this venue for any size group on a sunny day, but probably call ahead if it's a cooler day and you need to be inside, where you can enjoy the charm of an old English pub location. Would I go back? Yes. If you're in the area, and get a chance, choose this venue for a relaxing meal and a drink.

Superb local pub that was visited at the end of a long (10 mile) walk in the area. Ample seating out front, inside, and in the back garden. Old-style pub, with beams and low ceilings. Friendly staff who advise about menu and where best to sit. Kid friendly with play equipment out back. Parking on the green out front, with limited parking spaces behind the pub.

Great pub for a Saturday lunch and a beer. I had the homemade pie of the day which was excellent.

Been there a few times now. Lovely staff, food created with care, excellent local cider!!! Location is amazing with great walks and views around the area. Driving there through the Sussex countryside is also a treat! We had a gluten free and vegan chocolate desert with vanilla ice cream and custard. Really nice!!! 😋 will definitely return!!!

Went here by chance with my brother before attending a wedding at High Rocks. The warm and friendly lady serving was lovely. We had a couple of pints for a good selection and a beef sandwich with amazing horseradish. The beef was delicious nice thick piece, served in delicious crusty bread, a little salad and chips - perfect 👍 Highly recommend this place if you are in the area.

Our family have been customers of the Mount Edgcumbe for the last 11-years. I would highly recommend their hospitality, food, wine and beer; we are very fortunate to have such a wonderful facility on our doorstep. I cannot recommend a pub/restaurant/hotel higher than this establishment - great staff, beautiful facility and very welcoming!

Had a fantastic family lunch. It's all been freshly decorated, and looks fantastic. The service was polite, friendly and attentive, a very good menu - something for everyone. The food came quickly, good portion size and was delicious. Going back gain in a month's time as they have function rooms upstairs for a celebration. Cannot recommend this place enough :)

Beautiful tastefully styled traditional pub with super food and surprisingly good accommodation. Easy to find from the train station and well situated amongst the common made for a wonderful 3 day stay. Room was spacious and well equipped with modern bathroom and decent toiletries. Breakfast was exceptional and portions generous too. We also ate an evening meal one night and that was very good too. Lovely to see dogs welcomed and the effect was to accentuate what was already a cosy atmosphere. Can’t recommend enough - great value to stay and overall a very enjoyable experience

Mixed meat roast was delicious, particularly the pork, roasties, and carrots. All arrived super quickly and the people were lovely. Hugely impressed by the drinks prices too

Really beautiful! Such a lovely pub, I never even knew it was there it’s so tucked away. The outside area is perfect when the weathers good, and inside was lovely and warm and welcoming too. A perfect country pub, I can’t wait to come in winter and sit by the fire. The food was brilliant, and such a reasonably price too. We had padron peppers, prawn cocktail, fish and chips, tuna steak and a whole dressed crab- and the best calamari I’ve ever tasted. Thanks so much! Can’t wait to come back!

A wonderful pub located in Eridge close walk from the Spa Valley (and mainline) railway stations... This is a lovely country pub set over two floors with a lovely big garden on the lower floor round the back... The pub atmosphere is warm and welcoming with lovely attentive staff... The menu is varied ranging homemade meaty pies, bangers and mash with gravy to die for, locally sourced fish dishes, and amazing Sunday roasts! Well worth a visit if you're in the area!