WEST KENT : DINING
Cellar Head Brewery & Taproom , Goudhurst An award-winning independent microbrewery on the Kent border producing a core range of beers from modern-American-style pale ales to traditional best bitters . Visit their brilliant tap room for fresh beer as well as bar snacks and regularly visiting food trucks . cellarheadbrewing . com
Counter by Robin Reed , Tunbridge Wells Fabulous Michelin-listed open pass taster-menu concept showcasing the best seasonal and local produce with dishes inspired by a love of classical cookery and a curious mind for new techniques . thecountertw . com
Fine Grind , Tunbridge Wells Established by two brothers with a shared passion for good coffee in 2013 , Fine Grind is obsessed with perfecting the perfect grind , dose , extract and pour . finegrind . coffee
Essence At The Pantiles , Tunbridge Wells Bib Gourmand award-winning chef Atul Kochhar ’ s offering of vibrant flavours , subtle spice blends and incredible aromas in this ‘ first-class taste of India ’. Paying homage to Kochhar ’ s love of traditional Indian cuisine , as well as exploring innovative and modern British touches - a real must for lovers of aromatic spice , flavour and award-worthy food . essencerestaurants . co . uk
Kumquat , Tunbridge Wells Modern Asian dining featuring the finest ingredients alongside handcrafted cocktails , thoughtfully chosen wines and premium beers . kumquat . restaurant
Palette Pizza , Tunbridge Wells Unique fusion of pizza and a contemporary gallery with an ethos of great food and inspiring art . palettepizzaandart . co . uk
The Queen ’ s Inn , Hawkhurst Nestled in the heart of Kent ’ s countryside , this hotel and restaurant offers fine dining and legendary Sunday roasts , which are perfect for both intimate dining and celebratory family occasions beside cosy 16th-century fireplaces and a charming heritage backdrop thequeensinnhawkhurst . co . uk
Salomon ’ s Estate , Tunbridge Wells Indulge in traditional afternoon tea in the conservatory , set amongst the glorious countryside , where the menu has been created using the finest and freshest ingredients right on the estate ’ s doorstep . salomons-estate . com
Spa Valley Railway , Tunbridge Wells An afternoon tea with a difference , jump aboard the heritage train and indulge in a selection of freshly prepared finger sandwiches , savoury snacks , fruit scones , jam and clotted cream while taking in the breathtaking countryside of the Kentish Weald . spavalleyrailway . co . uk
Tallow , Southborough , Tunbridge Wells Acclaimed intimate restaurant by husband and wife team Rob and Donna Taylor , with a monthly changing menu and showstopping chef ’ s cooking room . tallowrestaurant . co . uk
Thackerays , Tunbridge Wells Three AA Rosette and Michelin-listed favourite offering a relaxed and creative form of fine French dining that ’ s free from pretension , set against the stylishly furnished backdrop of author William Makepeace Thackeray ’ s former residence . thackerays-restaurant . co . uk
The Bakery TW , Tunbridge Wells Good Food Guide-listed artisan bakery that famously creates delicious sourdough bread and laminated pastries including its renowned cruffins , as well as strong coffee and good teas in a new location in the reimagined Town Hall . thebakerytw . com
The Hearth Restaurant at The Beacon , Tunbridge Wells Featuring a stunning stained-glass window and a cosy fireplace , The Hearth is a comfortable yet sophisticated restaurant serving locally sourced and produced ingredients delicately plated for the perfect meal . the-beacon . co . uk
The Kentish Hare , Tunbridge Wells A stylishly designed , hare-themed gastropub known for quirky furnishings and for serving the very best fresh , local food . Since 2014 , The Kentish Hare has been awarded various accolades including two AA Rosettes and a Michelin Bib Gourmand , and is a regular in the Estrella Damm Top Gastropubs listings . thekentishhare . com
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