Reviews in Brighton and Sussex

I'd appreciate it if you could forward this to the restaurant concerned. We stumbled across Wingrove house early last Saturday and enjoyed a drink on their terrace, personally welcomed by the owner. We ordered although the waitress had to leave us 3 times to get more information - she didn't know what the soup of the day was, that girolle was a type of mushroom and what the cut of meat was for the lamb dish. She seemed a bit drunk and I noticed the owner pouring wine for all the staff. The starters were good although I didn't think it was a good idea to serve prawn cocktail from a thin wine glass. I ordered rare sirloin steak and got ribeye, when I pointed this out I was half heartedly offered to change it. I didn't want to wait with my dining partner eating his meal so I declined. However I lived to regret this decision as I chewed and chewed on a tough well done piece of meat. I've had a lot better in Cafe Rouge. Our side order of seasonal vegetables never made an appearance but we were informed both items would be removed from the bill, as if we shodu be grateful. The head waitress handled it better and seemed more on the ball and embarrassed. The owner greeted and served lots of tables but ignored us which was a complete change from the friendly earlier greeting. I noticed he had also been drinking at the bar during the evening and I spoke to him when we left to let him know I was sadly disappointed. He was clearly drunk and became very defensive and aggressive, making no attempt to listen to what I had to say. His response was an immature and sarcastic remark 'We have really failed you haven't we' and stormed off. He was not only extremely rude but very unprofessional and I'd be interested to know if anyone else has had a similar bad experience. If he had any customer service skills he could have easily rectified a bad experience with a simple acknowledgement and/or apology. Needless to say I won't be going there again and would not recommend it to anyone. Bex

When a restaurant seems perpetually full you know you could be on to a good thing. Situated at one end of the atmospheric Old Town, Lathams is a small (ish), friendly and buzzing place to eat and, when we finally chose the right moment to chance our arm at a table, we tested their Sunday lunch. The menu's shorter than normal on a Sunday, but we were happy enough to choose from roast chicken, lamb or beef. Other options got little attention from us, but I noted there was a convincing vegetarian selection on offer too. We began with a compact, surprisingly fluffy fishcake and a ham hock terrine - both excellent. The roast beef had that rare tallow taste that only the happiest cows yield - when they've been allowed to hang properly. The roast potatoes were as good as any in a restaurant I've ever eaten, the Yorkshire pudding firm and soggy in all the right places and the fresh veg exactly the right side of crunchy. Ask for the gravy on the side - the food is too good to be tainted with so much sauce, fine though it was. We even got bread sauce. Sadly we were too full to try Lathams Eton Mess, but shared a creme brulee which came with a satisfyingly crunchy top above a homemade custard belting out vanilla bean flavour. All this, with a bottle of wine, water and a coffee came to just over £50. We're never eating Sunday lunch at home again.

It's been my favorite place to go for a meal for the last 10 years. The level of service is perfect - just right but not too much. We've even brought friends over from the US who agree it's one of the best places they've ever been.

I was very disappointed with the standard of presentation of food at this restaurant. Looking around at the plates brought to other diners, I noted that it didn't seem to matter what one ordered, the style of presentation was organised around exactly the same features or twirly bits and spots of jous! I thought this restaurant did not deserve its ranking as the best vegetarian restaurant in Brighton. It might have once been the best when it was the only one in its genre of restaurant but it compares poorly against "Food for Friends", another Brighton restaurant in the same category of restaurants. On a national scale, T a T also compares poorly against vegetarian restaurants like David Bann's in Edinburgh - another classy veg restaurant.

Ambience fine, food fine, price fine, service the worst I've ever had anywhere! Arrived 7.30 pm and eventually served at 9.50 pm without any apology whatsoever for the extreme delay. Truly disgraceful, especially the waitress's attitude ("I'm only the waitress"). She really couldn't give a damn. They obviously don't know the marketing statistic: lose a customer through bad service and you'll actually lose eight potential customers. There were seven of us so do the maths! Terrible, terrible, terrible!

Really lovely, simple, fresh food! Don't be put off by the appearance on the outside, or be suspicious at how cheap it is. Once inside, it's very cosy and relaxed. The service is excellent, especially as the owner actually knows everything about the dishes he makes. And more importantly, the food is very, very yummy! All the food is home made from fresh ingredients, there's a selection of about 6 dishes per course, including a starter and main of the day. Most of the dishes are traditionally French, however there are other little influences too. Would highly recommend this restaurant for any lovers of real food! It's a little gem! :) :)

Well worth the deviation off the main road! Make sure you haven't eaten for the last 24 hours as Ted offers very generous portions!! Basic decor, excellent food, beer and wine.... what more do you need!

Rude people run this establishment.

Visited with my family and children. We had a super meal, top quality food and loads of it ! The children were very happy in the garden play area, and I must say a special thanks to 'dave' the manager and all his staff who made us all feel very welcome. We will definitely return soon.

terrible since the landlord drew left' now only open 4 the rough crowd. martin the owner is too much up himself'

Superb French food at very reasonable prices. Fresh ingredients. So good I went two days in a row. A real treat to find such a quality restaurant in Eastbourne.

I originate from India.. and set off for a meal in Taza Tandoori Restaurant, the lively hood of the restaurant, and the welcoming atmosphere set the mood. The food was excellent and it was like i was eating back home in India. The food was absolute quality in generous portions. I highly recommend Taza Indian Restaurant as it treats customers like royalty. Every Tuesday they have a special Taza night - 5 course meals eating in Restaurant as only £11.95 nearly half price to normal menu. Taza is quality food for a very good value.

excellent food, very good service and a lovely atmosphere

Always a warm and friendly welcome at this family run restaurant. Always excellent food using fresh ingredients and attentive service. Highly recommended.

This is one of the best family restaurants in the south east. The quality of the food is excellent with nice calm service and there is a great atmosphere too. The wine list is complete with the emphasis on Portugal which complements the food perfectly. 5 stars!

Visited this restaurant on the off-chance last evening when visiting the town for its carnival. It was an excellent night! The modern English menu was superb (you might wonder why I chose the plain ol' burger but I saw another customer ooze adoration for theirs that i just had to try it)! It was truly wondrous. Later in the evening DJ Kev Hill really turned up the volume but know what? The music he played - old Soul, Jazz Funk and Disco -perfectly suited the suave surroundings and I for one will be back!

absolutely waste of money

An excellent restaurant. Staff are amazing customer service top dollar. Very good food. Adam G assistant manager a very positive asset.