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The Fox Eating Drinking House

➤ Highbrook Lane, West Hoathly, RH19 4PJ, East Grinstead, United Kingdom

Carte • Pub • British • Vegetarian • Sandwiches

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"This beautiful pub is situated on a hill below the village of West Hoathly, above Sharpthorne village. I have visited this establishment many times during my trips from London. The food is fantastic, the decor is stunning, and there is a charming garden terrace at the back with lovely views. This is my favorite place to eat in the area, even beating out the popular Cat in West Hoathly. The cost per person ranges from £20 to £30."

Cat Inn

➤ North Lane, West Hoathly I-RH19 4PP, United Kingdom

Carte • Pub • Pizza • Mexican • Asiatic

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"Lunch was absolutely fantastic at the Cat Inn, we made a booking in advance and were given a larger table as we had a baby with us which was very thoughtful. We didn’t have to put her car seat on the floor as we had expected. Service was very quick, efficient and friendly, adding to the nice atmosphere. The inn was really well presented too, well lit and freshly decorated (or looked it! . Plenty of parking round back also. The food arrived quickly and was piping hot. Very generous portions and everybody was pleased with the quality. The pie in particular was crammed full of steak but everything was delicious, the pork nuggets and squid rings appetisers too. Everything was very reasonably priced too, good value for the quality."

Gravetye Manor

➤ Vowels Lane, RH19 4LJ East Grinstead, United Kingdom

Carte • British • European • Ice Cream • Britisch-modern

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"We go to Gravetye 3 or 4 times a year if we can and have been going for many many years over the tenures of several owners. It 's always a complete joy, and the current owner has done a fabulous job of getting the right people in, both inside and out. Tom Coward, the Head Gardener (ex. Dixter) has a vision and a long term plan that make continual visits over an extended period a joy every time we visit we are surprised by the continual changes we learn so much and the garden staff are super helpful and willing to discuss what they 're up to and why. The amazing oval massive kitchen garden that supplies the hotel is a source of wonderment and not to be missed. A visual and culinary feast. We 've never stayed there as we live reasonably close, but have eaten in both the old and new dining rooms many times. The new dining room sits harmoniously between the wings of the manor and although a very modern glass and steel construction, the inclusion of a fabulous antique (and uneven) parquet floor (ex. some french chateau) softens the feel and acoustics, making the room almost intimate. The floor to ceiling windows bring you right into the garden, even in the foulest of weather it 's a triumph of design. Then there 's the food. Apart from the presentation, which is exquisite, the flavours and textures always bring a broad grin, however grumpy I am! This is absolutely first rate British cuisine; the kitchen under Head Chef George Blogg is to be commended, as are the garden staff producing the freshest of produce. I occasionally try to photograph the plates, but invariably find I 've forgotten that rather crass move and have just launched in! Must also mention the front of house staff. Perfectly presented and mannered, they know exactly the boundary between staff and guest and make you feel completely comfortable and relaxed there is nothing stuffy or obsequious about Gravetye everything is pitched just spot on and nothing is too much trouble. We were there today for a birthday treat, but will be back again soon for a post family wedding get together. Cannot recommend too highly just an excellent few hours, whatever the weather. Walkability: Lots of paths. The lower areas are easy for those with limited mobility, however it might be tricky to get up to the kitchen garden if you 're not great on your feet. Food drinks: See my review."

Dal Nonno Italian Pizzeria

➤ E B M House Sandy Lane, Down, Crawley, United Kingdom

Carte • Vegan • Italian • Vegetarian • Mediterranean

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"We had a lovely lunch. The main was so tasty, the best lasagne I've had. King prawn linguine special and pizza were also great. Tiramasu lovely, creme caramel was cold, I was expecting it to be warm and the butterscotch pud nice but not home made. Drinks a bit on the pricey side. We were the only ones there, so not much of an atmosphere, evening would have been better."

Olivers Coffee And Wine

➤ 12 Borers Yard Borers Arms Road, Copthorne I-RH10 3LH, United Kingdom

Carte • Cafe • Wine • British • Breakfast

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"I went in today to try a bigger breakfast of oliver, now it's back on the menu, fantastic! this is such an improvement compared to the previous offer, the sausages were far superior, the black pudding beautiful, I could go on, it had everything, top notch.(it had been just a bit better for me at least if the speck was smokier, but it was still very good) emptied local, significantly better ingredients are reused. I'll be more often! Maybe instead of the running gear, you have to compensate for the calorie counting a bit! a friendly reception and a happy place!"