6 Best Seasonal Restaurants in Staplehurst

6 restaurants available nearby

A photo of The Poet at Matfield restaurant

1. The Poet at Matfield

4.8

Exceptional(3038)

Price: Expensive

• British • Tunbridge Wells

Booked 3 times today

The Poet offers an informal yet refined dining experience in the heart of the Kent countryside. Set in a charismatic 16th century building, diners can expect food of the highest standards, made using the finest local and seasonal produce and lovingly prepared by a small team of chefs led by Head Chef & Director Lee Adams. In addition to the food, we offer a selection of fine wines, quirky cocktails, and have a collection of over 25 craft gins available.World War I poet Siegfried Sassoon lived in Matfield and is the inspiration behind our name. Sassoon was awarded the Military Cross for "conspicuous gallantry" and later won acclaim for his writing. We're pretty sure he would have loved our food too!A warm welcome awaits diners from General Manager and Director Tom Haacke and his team. We look forward to seeing you!Please be aware we do not cater for the vegan diet. Late cancellations - £20 per person.

2. Water Lane

4.7

Exceptional(137)

Price: Expensive

• European • Hawkhurst

Water Lane is a restaurant based within a working market garden in the High Weald of Kent. Guided by the seasons, our menu reflects its sense of place in the English countryside where we grow our own vegetables and use local suppliers. Our ever changing menu is simple but prepared with imagination and care by our Head Chef Jed Wrobel and his team.The Good Food Guide 2023 describes us as 'A contender for one of the most charming eateries in Kent, it's pretty much impossible to resist the lure of this rural restaurant tucked away in a delightful walled garden...' We are open Friday to Sunday 10am - 4.30pm, serving breakfast 10am to 11.30am and lunch 12pm - 3pm. We serve dinner on Friday and Saturday evenings between 6pm - 8.30pm. Our restaurant is currently located in the Carnation House glasshouse. We welcome well behaved dogs on a leash in our garden.

3. The West House

4.9

Exceptional(1390)

Price: Very Expensive

• European • Biddenden

Booked 1 time today

Biddenden in Kent is home to a small, family-run restaurant. Housed in a 15th Century weaver's cottage, The West House Restaurant is one of only a few restaurants in Kent to hold a Michelin star. The Good Food Guide said of this Kent restaurant... “Respondents continue in their enthusiasm for Graham Garrett’s cuisine: ‘great intensity of flavours, fabulous textures.’ as one reader put it."

4. The Bull Inn

4.7

Exceptional(27)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Ashford

Nestled in the heart of the Kent countryside, our cosy country pub offers a warm and inviting retreat for locals and visitors alike. A charming, rustic haven where the aroma of hearty, home-cooked meals fills the air, and the crackling of a roaring fire sets the perfect ambiance for relaxation. Our pub is a celebration of traditional country hospitality, featuring a handpicked selection of local ales and fine wines, perfect for savouring with friends and family.Step inside to find a welcoming atmosphere adorned with vintage decor, wooden beams, and comfy seating, creating a homely feel that instantly puts you at ease. Our menu is crafted with love, showcasing the best of seasonal and locally sourced ingredients, from classic pub favourites to innovative dishes that delight the palate.Whether you're enjoying a sunny afternoon in our charming beer garden, or a cozy evening by the fire, our pub is the ideal spot to unwind and enjoy life's simple pleasures.

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5. The Print House Tenterden

4.6

Exceptional(90)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Tenterden

Booked 3 times today

THE INNThe Print House is a cosy, friendly 16th Century Inn with six newly refurbished bedrooms with quirky boho decor. Situated in the medieval town of Tenterden, known as the Jewel of the Weald, with its historic buildings and wealth of Independent Shops, Steam Trains, Chapel Down and Gusbourne Vineyards within close proximity.. INSIDE THE INNThe Bar/ Restaurant serves Contemporary English Cuisine with a Twist to enjoy with the many wines and beers on tap. The Caxton Lounge with deep velvet sofas, cosy chairs and wood burning stove is where to indulge in coffee, home made cakes and/or take afternoon tea on those chilly days. There is a walled garden to enjoy.Our Chef Martin Elliot is well known for his flair for British Cuisine with a twist of something a just little different. Our ingredients are fresh and local as possible. We use free-range produce and seek out top-quality meat, fish and vegetables from our local butchers, fishmongers,

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6. The Square Fish Café

4.3

Awesome(173)

Price: Moderate

• Fish • Maidstone

The Square Fish Café is a contemporary restaurant and bar set in the picturesque market village of Lenham, at the foot of the beautiful North Downs.

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6 restaurants available nearby

1. The Poet at Matfield

2. Water Lane

3. The West House

4. The Bull Inn

5. The Print House Tenterden

6. The Square Fish Café

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