Local Reviews
In March 2017, John A said about Crown & Anchor
I had seen good reports on Tripadvisor, but a real pub right on the seafront next to our hotel... almost impossible! However, as is often the case, I was wrong. The Crown and Anchor is as fine a gastropub as I could wish to try.
Wanting something to eat, and being so close, it seemed the obvious place to go. The beer was excellent, and the food was tasty. But the best thing about it was the atmosphere: the staff were friendly and efficient, even after my card was initially declined - all was eventually sorted.As we were starting, a young man set up for a live music session. We had some banter with him, totally friendly (his guitar playing was reasonable, but his singing... but that would be a different review!
At the same time there was a football match on the TV at the other end of the bar, but there was no animosity between the two factions; they each got on with what they were into.All in all a good place to visit, though I have a feeling it could get very noisy in high season.
Wanting something to eat, and being so close, it seemed the obvious place to go. The beer was excellent, and the food was tasty. But the best thing about it was the atmosphere: the staff were friendly and efficient, even after my card was initially declined - all was eventually sorted.As we were starting, a young man set up for a live music session. We had some banter with him, totally friendly (his guitar playing was reasonable, but his singing... but that would be a different review!
At the same time there was a football match on the TV at the other end of the bar, but there was no animosity between the two factions; they each got on with what they were into.All in all a good place to visit, though I have a feeling it could get very noisy in high season.
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In March 2017, Sjeffries said about Crown & Anchor
We had a family meal yesterday at the crown & Anchor and I cannot recommend it enough! I had the halloumi burger which was absolutely delicious and my husband had the roast which he said was the best roast he had eaten in years! (Not sure what that says about my cooking) The service was friendly and efficient and we had our 2 year old daughter who was made to feel welcome, would highly recommend! Great atmosphere and lovely decor!
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In March 2017, Angela D said about Crown & Anchor
I contacted The Crown & Anchor as I was looking for a pub in Eastbourne which was showing the Six Nations rugby and could cater for a party of 12. I explained to the lady on the phone that we were in the area for a special birthday and the finals of the Six Nations was going to be one of the highlights. She was very helpful, even walking into the bar to help her decide which was the best table to reserve for us.
We arrived with much anticipation and were shown to our table which had excellent views of the television. We ordered food which was of a decent quality and several rounds of drinks as we enjoyed the penultimate match as a warm up to the England v Ireland game. As we settled to down to watch the anticipated final the television channel was switched to show football. Much to our dismay all the other televisions apart from ours were still showing rugby. We spoke to the bar staff and were told some other people who were sat the other side of the bar in front of a television showing rugby wanted to watch a local football match so we asked if the two television channels could simply be swapped. This was refused and the manager told us in no uncertain terms that if we did not like it we could leave. I may be cynical but surely we could have been told this would be the case either on booking or before we parted with a considerable amount of money on food and drinks. Sadly as the pub was packed with people watching the rugby we had no choice but to leave and return to our accomodation to huddle around a smalll television in one of the rooms to watch what was left of the match. Such a shame that staff attitude has prompted this review which would have otherwise been quite positive.
We arrived with much anticipation and were shown to our table which had excellent views of the television. We ordered food which was of a decent quality and several rounds of drinks as we enjoyed the penultimate match as a warm up to the England v Ireland game. As we settled to down to watch the anticipated final the television channel was switched to show football. Much to our dismay all the other televisions apart from ours were still showing rugby. We spoke to the bar staff and were told some other people who were sat the other side of the bar in front of a television showing rugby wanted to watch a local football match so we asked if the two television channels could simply be swapped. This was refused and the manager told us in no uncertain terms that if we did not like it we could leave. I may be cynical but surely we could have been told this would be the case either on booking or before we parted with a considerable amount of money on food and drinks. Sadly as the pub was packed with people watching the rugby we had no choice but to leave and return to our accomodation to huddle around a smalll television in one of the rooms to watch what was left of the match. Such a shame that staff attitude has prompted this review which would have otherwise been quite positive.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In March 2017, Katie S said about Crown & Anchor
Mt Husband and I had lunch here today its a lovely pub with proper Pub Food it was really good and very reasonably priced would def recommend.
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In March 2017, Geoff905 said about Crown & Anchor
Warm welcome with a friendly atmosphere. Plenty of tables but not too many. Good menu for pub grub and a specials menu on chalk board. The fish pie off the specials menu was delicious although almost too much for one person. The beer baked cod and chips also delightful and plentiful. A pub you can just sit and relax in. They aren't all like that! Pub is close to the sea front.
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In March 2017, cheryl121 said about Crown & Anchor
Called in here most days while in Eastbourne. Very friendly staff, good food and nice choice of drinks. Worth a visit..
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In March 2017, Tony r said about Crown & Anchor
Called In here a couple of times whilst on a weekend break, bar staff very polite and friendly, good choice of GreeneKing. Ales and Beers.
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In March 2017, Cameron B said about Crown & Anchor
Definitely worth a visit, staff were lovely and friendly. The rodeo burger was delicious. However, the pints could be cheaper but other than that the place was clean and well presented.
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In April 2017, kevin a said about Crown & Anchor
Very good pub food ,good choice of menu and served with a smile . Beer was also of the highest quality .Definately the best pub I visited in Eastbourne .
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In April 2017, Bonestorm109 said about Crown & Anchor
After a long walk around Eastbourne and finding that its not the most dog friendly location to be with regards to taking my dog inside as I am NOT STUPID enough to leave her tied up outside, I happened upon this little gem. The Crown & Anchor.
I walked in and was met by very friendly bar staff. A lady came straight away to see if my little buddy wanted a drink of water. She got a big bowl of cold water and my little dog Lapped up a load of it. Clearly very thirsty. Well.....that was this place sold as far as I was concerned.
I ordered a pint of Ale and sat drinking it whilst looking around. This place had a real traditional feel to it. All the bar staff clearly got on like they were all close friends yet were on the ball with regards to keeping the customers served.
It had a very friendly feel to it. I didn't eat but a lot of people were eating and the food looked amazing.
Ill be back in Eastbourne and will definitely go back to this place.
I walked in and was met by very friendly bar staff. A lady came straight away to see if my little buddy wanted a drink of water. She got a big bowl of cold water and my little dog Lapped up a load of it. Clearly very thirsty. Well.....that was this place sold as far as I was concerned.
I ordered a pint of Ale and sat drinking it whilst looking around. This place had a real traditional feel to it. All the bar staff clearly got on like they were all close friends yet were on the ball with regards to keeping the customers served.
It had a very friendly feel to it. I didn't eat but a lot of people were eating and the food looked amazing.
Ill be back in Eastbourne and will definitely go back to this place.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk