Skylark
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Had been for coffee and cake several times and had been looking forward to trying their evening menu. We like to support new, local businesses and the young couple who run Skylark are keen and enterprising.
Sadly, we were rather disappointed, we had hoped it would be much more tasty than it was. It was all a bit average I'm afraid. Nothing essentially wrong with the ingredients as such, just underwhelming. My starter of ham hock, Sussex cheddar and dill gherkin croquette was tasty, but the straw potatoes were chewy. My partner's spiced crab and crayfish tail salad was very wet, with no spicy flavour at all and could've done with some toast or bread as it was quite sloppy and not attractive on the plate.Main courses of duck (over cooked) and local steak were a bit flavourless and unseasoned. The miso and black peppercorn sauce was thin and tasteless as was the jus with the duck. Both dishes were only just warm. It was as if the chef was not tasting the food himself before sending it out. All a bit bland and, well....meh!
We mentioned our disappointment to the waitress and she apologised.With a couple of glasses of wine each, the bill was over £80 for which I would've expected a palate buzzing with exciting flavour, bad sadly not.
It's a shame as we were so wanting to like it, but I wouldn't rush back.
Sadly, we were rather disappointed, we had hoped it would be much more tasty than it was. It was all a bit average I'm afraid. Nothing essentially wrong with the ingredients as such, just underwhelming. My starter of ham hock, Sussex cheddar and dill gherkin croquette was tasty, but the straw potatoes were chewy. My partner's spiced crab and crayfish tail salad was very wet, with no spicy flavour at all and could've done with some toast or bread as it was quite sloppy and not attractive on the plate.Main courses of duck (over cooked) and local steak were a bit flavourless and unseasoned. The miso and black peppercorn sauce was thin and tasteless as was the jus with the duck. Both dishes were only just warm. It was as if the chef was not tasting the food himself before sending it out. All a bit bland and, well....meh!
We mentioned our disappointment to the waitress and she apologised.With a couple of glasses of wine each, the bill was over £80 for which I would've expected a palate buzzing with exciting flavour, bad sadly not.
It's a shame as we were so wanting to like it, but I wouldn't rush back.
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Had lunchtime meal.Great food, lovely staff and nice atmosphere. Really enjoyed the whole plaice which was cooked to perfection.
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Celebrated a big birthday here with lots of family. Excellent food, excellent service, highly recommended.
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We don't go out often as a couple, when we do we like to try new places, this was a trip advisor favourite. Booked, offered a table of our choice, the drinks and service were awesome.... The food, omg wow, loved it!! Asparagus with egg was awesome (I'm funny with eggs so they changed the duck egg to a hen egg) thanks so much!! Hubby had croquet of ham hock, chedder and gherkin, I had food envy!! Duck main was to die for and hubby had steak, only dish on the menu he would of eaten turned into the only dish he would've wanted to eat!! Massive love to the chef, along with a fab front of house, friendly, smiley staff with knowledge of the food and restaurant. Awesome night thanks guys x
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The service was spot on, not too intrusive but ensured we enjoyed our meal to the full, polite and friendly.
Food was delicious, we had steak and duck for main, with crab salad and ham hock croquettes for starters - all delicious, well presented and enough in quantity.The premises was simple but intimate and trendy.
Overall a lovely evening and will definitely be recommending to friends and family.
Food was delicious, we had steak and duck for main, with crab salad and ham hock croquettes for starters - all delicious, well presented and enough in quantity.The premises was simple but intimate and trendy.
Overall a lovely evening and will definitely be recommending to friends and family.
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Fantastic vibe, staff brilliant and made for a lovely birthday breakfast
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Brilliant little café/Bistro. The staff were warm and friendly and the food delightful.
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Taken by a friends who had dined here a few weeks earlier our initial impression from outside is of a pleasant cafe not of a restaurant for dinner, and for breakfast and lunch indeed that is what it Is! But in the evening the premises are taken over to be a pop up restaurant. If you are not familiar with the concept then it allows dedicated enthusiasts to run a restaurant without needing to find the money for premises. The result as with the Skylark is real talent delivering great quality meals and cocktails, yes real cocktails, at sensible prices. Adequate choice on a menu, that changes monthly, using good quality ingredients and cooked to suit the small number of diners. Results are very, very good, and word has got around so you will need to make a booking!
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If you are looking for Michelin star style dining, with locally sourced food, and wonderful service, then this is the place for you.
We popped in for a Saturday lunch as we live just down the road. We started with the salt beef sandwiches and then finished with the salted caramel chocolate torte which was just unreal.
The coffee was fantastic and the staff were lovely and so attentive. Not often you have a faultless meal but this rivalled fine dining in London.
Definitely worth a visit. 10/10!
We popped in for a Saturday lunch as we live just down the road. We started with the salt beef sandwiches and then finished with the salted caramel chocolate torte which was just unreal.
The coffee was fantastic and the staff were lovely and so attentive. Not often you have a faultless meal but this rivalled fine dining in London.
Definitely worth a visit. 10/10!
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Amazing food, friendly and attentive staff and great atmosphere. Can’t recommend more and can’t wait come back!
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A regular customer, never disappointed. Great place for friends to catch up and a special venue for family meals. Food is incredible, and all locally sourced. Staff are friendly and attentive. Favourite spot in Eastbourne.
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Happened on Skylark by chance while visiting Eastbourne but will now make it top of list to do list when in the area , Thankyou for lovel experience, wonderful food, wonderful staff, wonderful time !
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This place has such a warm and friendly service and atmosphere. The food is amazing! I would highly recommend
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We had a fantastic lunch at the Skylark. Really nice environment to relax with friends and eat great food!
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Can't recommend highly enough! Deliciously fresh food and the staff were friendly and attentive. This was our first visit and we will definitely be returning
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Very good food in a good atmosphere. Recommended.
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Staff were very friendly & attentive and the drinks were very good. Starters were well presented as was all the food.
But.. main course menu was very limited. The plaice was flavourless, baked eggs were tasteless. The steak was very good though.
Maybe Sunday lunch/evenings might have more comprehensive options.
But.. main course menu was very limited. The plaice was flavourless, baked eggs were tasteless. The steak was very good though.
Maybe Sunday lunch/evenings might have more comprehensive options.
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I have now been to visit this superb restaurant several times and have NEVER been disappointed. Always exciting changes to their menu. Fantastic quality and tasty creative dishes. Always a warm friendly greeting and a great ambiance always awaits you.
it is so exciting to have a restaurant in Eastbourne that is at this high standard Just love Skylark whether it is for popping in for coffee, breakfast, lunch or dinner you are in for a real treat...….
it is so exciting to have a restaurant in Eastbourne that is at this high standard Just love Skylark whether it is for popping in for coffee, breakfast, lunch or dinner you are in for a real treat...….
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A rare night out was made extra special at Skylark. All three courses were amazing, and the service was wonderful; attentive without being obtrusive. The whole atmosphere was warm and friendly-we can't wait to go again.
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This place has quickly become my favourite go to place in Eastbourne. Their food is incredible and I love that it’s a small menu that’s changed monthly, with locally sourced food. My friend is gluten free and they were so helpful and accommodating, because it’s all cooked fresh, they could just change each dish slightly if needed. Great also to pop in for some cocktails after work on a Friday. They do a deal 2 for £10 5-7 on Fridays. Cherry bake-well cocktail is to die for. I have been numerous times and will continue to visit.
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We enjoyed a wonderful Sunday lunch at Skylark for Mothers Day. I had the crab fishcakes to start with, they had a slight kick of chilli and the aioli was tasty. All 5 of us went on to have Roast Leg of Lamb. It was delicious! We then managed to have a pud too, the peanut butter and banana sundae was to die for. It was really lovely to see something different on a dessert menu. The restaurant was fully booked and had a great buzz about it. Staff, as always, were accommodating and friendly. :)
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Delicious food and lovely friendly people 😁
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We tried skylark for a Saturday night meal as a couple we booked in advance as we heard it can be busy.
Nice little place off of the beaten track but well worth a look for some gorgeous food and a lovely setting. Couldn’t really fault anything. Food was lovely and service was great a great night had by all :)
Nice little place off of the beaten track but well worth a look for some gorgeous food and a lovely setting. Couldn’t really fault anything. Food was lovely and service was great a great night had by all :)
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Went to Skylark in Little Chelsea, Eastbourne for lunch today after seeing it had been shortlisted for the restaurant awards.<br><br>Excellent food and cater for all dietary needs if requested.<br><br>The main meal and dessert I could not fault! Beautifully presented and fabulous taste. Highly recommend.<br><br>It was nice to also see good quality local produce being used and also nutritial options available!<br><br>I believe they also have a breakfast menu. I will be returning to try this.
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Excellent evening meal , good wine choices . Lamb cutlets were sublime. Lovely staff who thoroughly deserve much success.
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