Restaurants · Hastings
Tucked into a clifftop village just outside Hastings, this is the kind of place where an ordinary lunch turns into a proper afternoon. The garden is the draw in warm weather — shade, drinks, petanque going on nearby, and enough room to let children roam while you finish your plate. Inside, a wood burner makes winter visits cosy. Food is cooked to order, so it isn't fast; go when nobody's at breaking point, and book ahead. Fish and chips and the catch-of-the-day fish fry get the loudest praise, with a good crumble after, and there's vegan and vegetarian cooking done properly rather than as an afterthought. High chairs, a kids' menu, buggy access and free parking all help. One visitor called the garden "a little garden of Eden".
A little something creative for your next meal out. Filled with colouring, simple drawing prompts for cute animals, origami and conversation starters designed to bring more play, laughter and connection to the table. 3 free printable packs for toddlers, preschoolers and primary-aged children.
A warm Hastings pub-restaurant with a beer garden, open fire, and daily specials boards — an easygoing choice for a family meal out.
Quiet Hastings spot with step-free access, free parking, high chairs and a kids' menu — booking ahead is wise.
A tucked-away clifftop café near Fairlight's country park with sea views, home-baked cakes, a kids' menu and free parking.