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The first joint venture for Allister Barsby and Alice Bussi, who worked together for The Seren Collection in Wales - before that, Allister was head chef at Gidleigh Park and Alice was at The Bath Priory, as sommelier and restaurant manager. They have opened in a small Kent village near Hythe, and aim to use as much local and seasonal produce as possible.

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Summary

£102
£££££
5
Exceptional
4
Very Good
3
Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

“A real treat of a place” – this stylish restaurant was opened five years ago by a talented pair, Kent-born chef Allister Barsby (head chef at Gidleigh Park on Dartmoor at 24) and Italian Alice Bussi (food & beverage manager of the year in the 2018 Catey awards). The praise is unanimous: “we go when there’s something to celebrate. We’ve been three times over the last few years and it has never failed to be a joy – the food is fabulous and the service and front of house exceptional”. “One of the most amazing dinners I have had, in a very serene environment with exceptional service”.

Summary

£96
 ££££
5
Exceptional
4
Very Good
3
Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

The impressive 2019 debut restaurant from Kent-born chef Allister Barsby (who was appointed head chef at Devon’s Gidleigh Park at the age of 24), and Italian-born Alice Bussi (food & beverage manager of the year in the 2018 Catey awards). It helps that it’s a “cosy” venue, but the focus is on the “excellent food” – with the choice of a 5-course or 8-course tasting menu – and accompanying wine matches (“a good choice of local vintages, as well as many from further afield”).

Summary

£71
  £££
5
Exceptional
4
Very Good
3
Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

“A long-awaited restaurant for the mid-Kent area” run by overachieving local boy Allister Barsby, who was made head chef at Gidleigh Park at just 24. The smart, contemporary spot retains the wooden shelves from its former days as the village shop, while Allister delivers modern British cuisine that's “first class in every way”.

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The Green, Saltwood, CT21 4BT

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Hide & Fox Restaurant Diner Reviews

Reviews of Hide & Fox Restaurant in CT21, Saltwood by users of Hardens.com. Also see the editors review of Hide & Fox restaurant.
Richard P
Quickly becoming our favourite restaurant.....
Reviewed 28 days ago

"Quickly becoming our favourite restaurant.. an informal relaxed atmosphere, with food as close to perfection as it can be.. "

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Martine E
We had a fabulous evening on a stormy night...
Reviewed 8 months, 11 days ago

"We had a fabulous evening on a stormy night in February, which had deterred other diners. We were therefore treated to a unique experience for the 8 course taster menu , with very personalised service. We were delighted with the food pairings and the quality of the produce. "

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Prices

  Cost Availability Courses
Menu1 85.00 Always available 5
Menu2 115.00 Always available 8
Drinks  
Wine per bottle £33.00
Filter Coffee £0.00
Extras  
Service 10.00%
The Green, Saltwood, CT21 4BT
Opening hours
MondayCLOSED
Tuesday6 pm‑8 pm
Wednesday12 pm‑1:30 pm, 6 pm‑8:30 pm
Thursday12 pm‑1:30 pm, 6 pm‑8:30 pm
Friday12 pm‑1:30 pm, 6 pm‑8:30 pm
Saturday12 pm‑1:30 pm, 6 pm‑8:30 pm
SundayCLOSED

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