The Redstart

It’s surprising how good pub food can be. The RedStart exemplifies this.
Walk inside and it looks like a standard looking sociable drinking space. Sit down, look at the specials board, you begin to realise there is something special about this place. Yes it does prepare the traditional British dishes. The RedStart goes one step further and throws in European dishes into the mix. When these dishes arrive they ooze quality. Presentation, piquant and professional. These were some of the best tasting dishes I have sampled at a pub in Kent. For 3 courses I had change from £30, unbelievable given the standard of food.
European pub food at it’s best.

Great food....time for new ovens?

The wife and I went for a 1:30 Sunday lunch, it was busy and noisy, or you might say vibrant, depending on your point of view. The staff were attentive, the food was hot, well presented and tasty (if a little over seasoned) , the cost was mid-range.

The downside on this occasion, was that I found a sizable chunk of metal and plastic in my food. Luckily I saw it before trying to eat it! Or it could have been an expensive and painful trip to the dentist or A&E.

Accidents happen, we've eaten there before, and probably will eat there again, probably...maybe.

Upon showing the waitress the intruding metalwork on the plate, she was nonchalantly apologetic and took the plate and offending article away to show her colleagues. She came back a minute later and said a colleague said it probably came from the oven. She offered free desserts as an apology.

In hindsight, I think this was a disappointingly poor apology given what COULD have happened; but at the time we were so shocked we didn't really push-back.

As their own staff think the lump of metal and plastic came from their oven, perhaps an inspector needs to pay the kitchen a visit to see if their equipment is fit for purpose!

Lovely walk to The Redstart for Sunday lunch. Based on reviews it was worth going along for the first time. Food was very good. We had the traditional roast beef & roast pork. Cooked very well and you would expect. Staff polite and a pleasant atmosphere. Would recommend. 4/5.

Lovely little hidden gem . I took my team of 16 here on a Friday night and thought it was fairly priced. The staff were great too , very patient and accommodating with our group . Lovely Garden and park for kids so great for summer nights drink but also well decorated and maintained bar area for a cosy drink. I'm sure a return will be on the cards at some point . Thanks for a great night .

It busy in a nice way for a Saturday evening. The Harvey's Sussex best was very moreish and whilst they were catering for two parties at once we had good service at the bar. A welcoming friendly pub that I'll go back to.

This place is great for lunch the food is always cooked well and there is a good variety on the menu and well priced.
We had the burger and the chicken sizzler with noodles. Really tasty, will be going back again.
We did book as it does get busy especially at the weekends, during the summer they have a big garden that you can sit out in. Lovely place worth a visit.

Lovely, friendly local pub - relaxed atmosphere, dog friendly, children friendly, nice food, good drink selection and great staff - good inside and outside space too

Catered really well for a large party. The food was delicious, containing a wide variety .
The liver and bacon was scrumptious.