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Did we mention that St Leonards has a banging food scene? Here’s the proof. Check out these amazing eateries…
Collected Fictions
Tiny and quirky craft beer and natural wine bar and bottleshop on London Road.
Cumbia Kitchen
South American cafe bar serving brunch, lunch, tapas, and South American cocktails and beers as well as hosting occasional special themed events.
Delicatessen and café with a record shop in the basement and a lovely courtyard garden, with daily changing vegan, meat and fish specials and an amazing selection of Scotch eggs!
A Swedish word for a coffee and cake break. This Scandi café offers breakfasts, lunch with salads, soups and bakes, and a gorgeous indoor/outdoor garden.
Expect Balearic vibes in this colourful and popular beachside bar serving up fish or halloumi baps, coffees, ice creams and sundowners.
Looking for patty perfection then look no further!
Fully traceable fresh beef and vegan burgers on the seafront beneath Art Deco landmark, Marine Court and The Yard in Hastings. Retro poster art, great music and craft beers complete their offering, alongside a raft of tempting sides including house Slawsome Slaw and fully loaded Voodoo Fries.
A firm favourite on the St Leonards seafront, offering a traditional high-end Italian menu using fresh, local and quality ingredients.
Laya also on the seafront serves authentic Sri Lankan cuisine with coconut and a variety of different rices and fresh fish dishes. Aromatic spices are peppered throughout their delicious menu.
Great brunch and mind-blowing Bloody Marys are to be had in the restaurant adjoining the quirky Kino cinema and art gallery on Norman Road. Stay on for an indie film, a Ted talk event or recital.
Tucked along Bottle Alley underneath the promenade, is this vibrant festooned café serving up delights including creamy avocado and feta or smoked mackerel on sourdough and much more.
St Clement’s
Another seafood restaurant using local fishing fleets, traditional butchers, local farms and non-intensive dairies.
Newly opened bar on Bottle Alley specialising in oysters and seafood charcuterie.
And After Hours:
The St Leonard — Super-friendly, cool, club-style pub on the London Road, originally the The Warrior’s Gate that closed in 2006 and reopened as The St Leonard in 2012 by owners Chris and Phil, with regular exhibitions by local artists and events including a popular pub quiz.
Cactus Hound — Glitzy bar with a stonking Tequila selection and events including open mic nights.
The Piper — Late night venue with an impressive programme of live gigs and DJs. Norman Jay and Don Letts have played recently. Always a party vibe.
Looking for places to stay?
We’ve put together a list of some of the best BnBs and Hotels nearby to make your visit a special one.
