Sunday roasts in Tunbridge Wells! Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes, deliciously cooked meats – Sunday lunch is one of the best British traditions. We are always on the look out for new places to get a roast dinner, and we’re sure we can’t be alone. That’s why we’ve compiled the ultimate guide to the best Sunday roast in Tunbridge Wells and beyond!
By Zoe Phillimore
When looking for the best place for a traditional Sunday roast, we reckon great food, a warm welcome (and great service), open fires, a hearty Sunday roast and a good vegetarian option are all key. There are loads of places in and around Tunbridge Wells that offer a special Sunday menu, whether you’re looking for a beautiful pub or something a bit more modern. If you’re looking for something else quintessentially British, check out our guide to afternoon tea in Tunbridge Wells.
♥ The Ragged Trousers pub
This gorgeous little independently owned pub on the Pantiles is a great place for Sunday roasts in Tunbridge Wells. The Ragged is open from midday on Sunday, and offer a mix of European classics such as moules along with classic dishes. As well as a regular menu, their seasonal menu and specials change weekly, and can be found on the blackboard inside the pub. If you’re a beer fan, there are more than 22 draught lines available at The Ragged. It’s also the sister pub of The George and The Sussex pubs.
♥ The Black Horse, Pembury
The carvery-style roast at The Black Horse in Pembury is a firm favourite locally. If you’re after a large meal on a Sunday, this is a great option. They offer a huge choice of meat including roast lamb, roast pork, beef, ham nad more. There’s also all the trimmings too.
♥ Sankey’s Seafood Restaurant and Pub
If you’re a seafood fan, then Sankey’s on Mt Ephraim is the ideal place for you. There is always excellent food at Sankey’s and it offers something a little bit different. The Sunday menu includes a roast menu with slow roast pork belly, roast rump of beef and there’s also lobster and paella if you don’t fancy one of their delicious roasts. There’s a nice little courtyard outside in warmer weather, and it’s very family friendly.
♥ The George & Dragon – Speldhurst
The George & Dragon in Speldhurst is one of our favourites for a relaxed yet grown-up meal out and their Sunday Roasts are amazing! Their food is always spot on, with modern British food their speciality. In the summer the garden is lovely, while in Winter the pub is super cosy. The Sunday menu offers up a brilliant range of roasts, veggie options and burgers too.
♥ The Kentish Hare
Over in Bidborough, The Kentish Hare is the perfect place for a family celebration. It’s often mentioned in roundups of the best restaurants in Tunbridge Wells. The menu is ever changing, and there’s a set menu option for Sundays. Expect to see roast sirloin of beef, pork belly, and roast leg of lamb on the menu. This is more fine dining than pub grub, and the prices reflect that. But there’s a great kids’ menu too, so it’s still family friendly.
♥ The Nevill Crest & Gun
The Nevill Crest & Gun is a classic country pub in Eridge, on the way out to Crowborough. It’s the perfect spot to hunker down on a chilly winter’s day as it has a real fire, and lovely staff at the bar. They also have a huge beer garden for sunnier days. On Sundays they offer traditional pub food, plus dishes with a modern twist so you get all the pub classics you might be craving, or you can go for something a little different. As well as delicious roast beef, they offer roast porchetta and shoulder of lamb. Their sides include pigs in blanket and cauliflower cheese. Yum!
♥ The George Inn, Frant
For a relaxed atmosphere and a great local pub, The George in Frant is hard to beat. Situated on the high street in Frant, it’s such a cute old pub – but there’s a handy car park there too. The menu there is really traditional British fare, and you can guarantee they serve a hearty roast on Sundays.
♥ The Guinea
Formerly known as The Guinea Butt, this pub is a Tunbridge Wells institution. It’s recently been refurbed, and the facelift has brought with it new management and a fancier menu. The Guinea’s menu for Sunday roasts in Tunbridge Wells offers up loads of choice included a mixed roast if you’re after a bigger main course. Sides include braised red cabbage, maple roasted parsnips and crisp roast potatoes.
Looking for more places to eat out? Check out our guide to the Best Restaurants in Tunbridge Wells!
