Harden's survey result
Summary
In the Old Town, near the seafront – “a short walk from the Hastings Contemporary gallery” – this “absolute favourite pub” is “a community hub that’s a true asset to the area”. “Not only is it the ultimate pub, with its vibe, location, and friendliness” but “the food’s a cut above your normal pub grub” and “they always have a banging range of ales on draft, interesting cans in the fridge, and fun soft drinks too”. “The atmosphere is lovely with all the local art on the walls”. Top Menu Tip – “Aubergine curry with spicy garnishes was flavourful; ciabatta fish goujon sandwich with wedge chips is if anything too generous!”
Summary
This “great pub in the Old Town”, “just off the seafront”, offers an “unusual but delicious choice of dishes” using “simple ingredients treated with respect”, along with “a good range of wines by the glass and keg beers”. Led by Tess & Andrew Swan, who recently celebrated 10 years at this popular old boozer” and whose “staff are friendly, informative and hard working”.
Summary
“A tasty range of dishes” made from “simple ingredients treated with respect and creativity” is the recipe for happy dining at this “busy” and well commented-on pub in Hastings Old Town. Tess & Andrew Swan celebrate 10 years as owners this year, having created “a very pleasant environment” – they’re “really trying to push things, and succeeding”.
Summary
“Popular pub in the old town of Hastings”, very close to the beach. The menu mixes some gentle invention into a fairly classical gastropub selection of dishes and reports praise “great food and vibe”.
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64 - 66 All Saints Street, Hastings, TN34 3BN
Restaurant details
The Crown Hastings Restaurant Diner Reviews
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Prices
| Wine per bottle | £30.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £3.00 |
| Service | 10.00% |
64 - 66 All Saints Street, Hastings, TN34 3BN
Opening hours
| Monday | 11 am‑11 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am‑11 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am‑11 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am‑11 pm |
| Friday | 11 am‑11 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am‑11 pm |
| Sunday | 11 am‑10:30 pm |
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