Balcombe Tea Rooms - Carta

The Oak Barn

➤ Cuckfield Rd, Burgess Hill, United Kingdom

Carta • Cafés • Kebab • Seafood • European

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"Went there for a roast dinner. Food was good, decent portions and good variety. Service was also good, we had a brand new server but she managed to offer a good service. A couple of issues which could happen anywhere, but a main issue was our inquiry about the side dishes that come with the roast, because they hadn't arrived. We were immediately told we would have to order them extra by one waitress, while another was bringing them to our table. It is not the delay that bugged me, it is the attitude of immediately trying to add something to the bill without checking (menus clearly state that roasts come with side dishes). Atmosphere is also good, a lot of people but not chaotic/dirty or loud. A family was hogging the fireplace area with children scattering toys and sitting in three different tables (other than theirs), which is inconsiderate from the parents part. They seemed to have had some issue with billing. Parking was easy, location convenient. Only issue, is the prices...we paid 80 pounds for two people... We got two of the two course roasts, one dessert (to share), one large and one small coke, a coffee and one glass of wine.. Not in London but Sussex.. also there are no prices in the desserts, if someone wants to have extra.... Pricing is of course clearly indicated on menus so it was our choice to dine there."

The Lockhart Tavern

➤ 41 The Broadway, Haywards Heath RH16 3AS, United Kingdom, Mid Sussex

Carta • Pub • Steak • Vegan • British

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"This once great “pub” has become more and more elitist and up itself. I remember the much heralded opening in 2016 as well as giving it a 5-star review and considering it one of the town’s gems. But now, with the place owned independently, it’s trying to position itself as a gastro pub but has entirely lost the pub vibe. Turning-up at 4pm on a Sunday afternoon we’re asked if we’ve booked. Replying that we haven’t, we are told that it’s table service only and they can only squeeze us in to a table outside. So we sit, and we wait. And wait. After 15 minutes with nobody coming out and being told by the trendy young person at the bar that it’s always been table service and it’s every day, we get up and leave. How this place can claim to be first and foremost a pub is misrepresentation. If you want a real pub, there are plenty in HH and the recently opened “Tap” on South Road gives a better choice of beers that rotate more frequently. If you want a decent restaurant, there are better options than the Lockhart, which for the most part hasn’t changed its menu since it opened."

The Talbot Cuckfield

➤ High St, Cuckfield, RH17 5EL, Haywards Heath, United Kingdom

Carta • Grill • Vegan • British • European

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"We had our 25th wedding anniversary in the Hayloft yesterday. Everything was perfect. The afternoon tea was wonderful, especially the home made sausage rolls which were a revelation! The staff were attentive and friendly and the venue was ideal. I can't compliment the Talbot highly enough they really made our celebration one to remember and all our guests felt the same. Thank you."

The Cock Inn

➤ North Common Road, RH17 7RH, Lewes, United Kingdom

Carta • Full • Steak • Buffet • British

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"My family and I would like to say a huge heartfelt Thankyou to the management and their excellent team, at The **** Inn,Wivelsfield Green.We had booked our Christmas Dinner there and arrived on a cold,wet and windy Sunday lunchtime but as soon as we entered this local country inn our spirits were lifted by the warmth of the welcome we received.The ages in our party ranged from 93 to 7 years old so could have proved a challenge for the staff but they all, experienced and novices,treated us with respect,friendliness and professionalism. We were shown to our beautifully ‘dressed’table and our drink orders were taken immediately.Us lads,all being real ale drinkers,in unison announced the Harvey’s best and old were both in peak condition.We all enjoyed 3 courses of plentiful,well cooked and presented food, all served with a smile from the young waitresses. Drinks were served throughout the meal without anyone having a empty glass for long. We had our table for 3 hours and never felt under pressure to vacate it,we even had time for an impromptu fun Christmas quiz between courses. We finished our afternoon with yet another drink,by the roaring log fire,in the public bar.What a perfect way to end a wonderful family Christmas meal. Top marks from us all for the team at the **** Inn and Thankyou all so very,very much."

Bent Arms

➤ 98 High Street, Lindfield I-RH16 2HP, United Kingdom

Carta • Pub • British • Vegetarian • Sandwiches

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"This is a beautiful country pub, restaurant, and hotel. We enjoyed a delightful gathering in the lounge with refreshments that featured an excellent selection of sandwiches and rolls made with their own freshly baked bread, followed by delicious scones and jams. It’s definitely a place worth returning to for a full meal. The parking lot was quite crowded, indicating its popularity, so be prepared to find alternative parking options."