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First In Last Out, Hastings, East Sussex

First In Last Out

4.8 (236)
£25 and under
Pub
14-15 High St, Hastings, East Sussex TN34 3EY

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7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for craft beers
  • Dog-friendly
The First In Last Out (FILO), is a family run free-house in the Old Town of Hastings. Alongside our award winning beer, we serve quality food prepared from scratch. We offer lunch and dinner everyday, including our ever popular Tapas night (Monday), Indian Thali (Thursday) and Sunday roasts.

The brewery is located just two minutes away from the pub, where we produce five regular ales using a full mash-tun process. We love live music and host regular Sunday evening gigs, of which details can be found on our website.

The pub is popular with locals and tourists alike, who love to get cosy in our booth seating or warm up on cold winters' days around our unique central fireplace.

Dogs and children are most welcome.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pub, British, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

What 236 people are saying

First In Last Out reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.8Value

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Loved For

  • East Sussex

    Best Service

  • East Sussex

    Best Ambiance

  • East Sussex

    Best Value

  • East Sussex

    Great for brunch

  • East Sussex

    Healthy

  • East Sussex

    Neighborhood gem

  • East Sussex

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • East Sussex

    Lively

  • Hastings

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
First In Last Out is a charming pub in Hastings offering "excellent food and service" with a cozy atmosphere. Known for its "delicious Sunday roasts" and own brewery, it provides a warm ambience perfect for gatherings. The welcoming staff and varied menu, including vegetarian options, ensure a delightful dining experience.
236 Reviews
  1. Ann

    East Sussex1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The roast dinner is absolutely beautiful! So tasty! The best yet. I had the roast chicken, which usually sells out quickly, with a good variety of flavoursome veggies and a homemade Yorkshire, accompanied by crispy potatoes and stuffing. Would recommend to anyone 😋

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  2. Rob

    East Sussex5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and their own brewed beer is really good here and prices are reasonable too.

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  3. Suzi

    East Sussex1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Never eaten here before, but myself and my husband had our first date here 16 years ago and thought it would be good to revisit on our special occasion. We were greeted straight away by staff, who looked after us from the moment we arrived. We had a choice of two tables and chose the booth as it was more cosy and private. The food choice was excellent. Ordered a starter and a main. Didn’t have to wait long for our starter, which was of excellent quality and taste. Main course was just as good. I had liver and bacon. I asked for my liver to be well done and it was perfect. My husband had a steak, which he really enjoyed. We were both too full to have a pudding, so cannot comment on those. Very good value or money. We will definitely be eating here again.

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  4. Alison

    London4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely roast dinner, excellent service and lovely atmosphere as always in the Filo. Regular visitors to the pub and never disappoints.

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  5. KELLY

    Kent3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely pub atmosphere with dining room at the back. Great Sunday lunch. Delicious food, lovely atmosphere. Good vegetarian option too. Portion side very generous.

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  6. Hugo

    London19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic evening at FILO as always. First time back since Elina left but we were well looked after.

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  7. Jacqui

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious Sunday roast, friendly staff, excellent service. Definitely recommend

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  8. David

    London3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 24, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This is a regular favourite from the many Hastings Old Town pubs. It is unique in that it has its own brewery, just up the road, producing a selection of fine traditional ales and beers in additional to our regional favourite, Harvey's of Lewes best bitter. Food is varied and always good but I can never resist the salt beef sandwich!

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  9. Francesca

    Kent3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 21, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We waited over an hour for the food to be served. But it was good food

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  10. Laura

    London4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    What a great meal, the perfect Sunday lunch and my big recommend is to lave space for pudding. you won't regret it. THanks to the lovely FILO team.

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First In Last Out is rated 4.8 stars by 236 OpenTable diners.

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14-15 High St, Hastings, East Sussex TN34 3EY

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Additional information

  • Cross street
    A259
  • Neighborhood
    Hastings
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pub, British, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Vegan, Wine
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