THE ANCHOR INN, Hastings - 13 George St - Updated 2024 Restaurant Reviews, Photos & Phone Number

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PRICE RANGE

£4.00 – £9.00

CUISINES

Bar, British, Pub

Special Diets

Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, After-hours, Drinks

FEATURES

Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Table Service, Dog Friendly

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4.5

304 reviews

Excellent

205

Very good

61

Average

24

Poor

7

Terrible

7

myra c

Hastings117 contributions

So glad we ventured in!

Jan 2020 • none

Being locals, me and my fella always eat in the town on Saturdays and occasionally venture along to the old town for lunch. I hadn't been inside this pub for a couple of years (and even then it was only for a drink on pirate day). We decided to give it a go a couple of days ago, lured in my the tempting menu and open fire. What a brilliant decision! The whole place has had a facelift, with more emphasis on dining. The interior is really cosy and nicely lit, with a really good choice of traditional dishes and puddings. We both had liver and bacon with mash and veggies which was perfectly cooked in delicious onion gravy. The portion sizes were generous, so we didn't have room for dessert, so I shall have to go back to try the homemade bread and butter pudding! We really enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere, and the service was very friendly and efficient. It was so nice to find somewhere that doesn't over charge for the coffee and hasn't devoted half it's menu to weird cheeses and salad dishes that are all style over substance. Lovely filling gravy covered dinners for a fair price will keep us going back again and again!

Written 27 January 2020

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Amanda M

Gravesend2 contributions

lovely pub, great food and service

Aug 2020 • family

we went to the Anchor for some lunch. we had fish and chips with mouthwatering fish. excellent service. the waitresses sanitised all the tables and chairs after each customer and were following social distance guidelines. We will definitely return.

Written 12 August 2020

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Charles B

Northampton272 contributions

Lovely pub in old town

May 2022 • none

We popped in for lunch. The barmaid was really efficient and friendly. Great atmosphere and good beer. I ordered the home made cottage pie and my wife had Cheese and pickle sandwich both were excellent and good value for money.

Written 24 May 2022

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Cazra

81 contributions

Standard roast

Aug 2020 • family

We went here recently for Sunday roast. One way system in place which was good as not all pubs doing this or able to. Staff were friendly and helpful but maybe too attentive at the table but can’t complain as some places don’t even bother coming over mid way through ! The toilets were clean and tidy which says a lot about a place and its hygiene. The roast was nice but it wasn’t spectacular but we enjoyed it all the same. The portion sizes were good and the children’s roast dinner was a good size and generous. The only downside to our lunch was that there were a few tables by the bar with retired looking gentlemen shouting to one another and had probably had a good few drinks before we got there. I think one was the owner of the pub or the manager. They were having a laugh but they too loud they were swearing a lot - f words every other sentence. My children kept looking up shocked and we weren’t happy about the atmosphere imposed on us especially as we had spent over £50. Nobody told them to pipe down. So for that reason I won’t be returning. I hope they read this review and realise swearing a turn off for paying customers especially when children are present. I am on the area again maybe stop for a beer...

Written 1 September 2020

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DennisK596

Hi Cazra ,i would like to respond to your comments as the owner of The Anchor Inn,i am sorry for the bad language that you and your children overheard but this is after all a public house with the emphasis on public,these guys have worked all there lives in an all male environment and as such forget that there are other people around that are not accustomed to such loud banter and sometimes forget that we are a restaurant as well .I am glad the meal was OK . Regards Dennis

Written 13 September 2020

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lilypink71

Norwich55 contributions

Poor Sunday lunch

Oct 2020 • couples

The good points were: we were able to have a table for an hour as apparently all the remaining tables were booked from 2.00? The roast potatoes were really good. The food arrived quickly The (all) young staff were trying hard. The bad points: the rest of the food was mediocre and the beef was really thin and over cooked. I was freezing as (Covid rules I guess) the door was wide open and I was right in the draft. The young staff were obviously mostly inexperienced and every question they had to check with the woman in charge behind the bar. There were only 2 real ales on offer and my Chardonnay didn’t taste at all like a dry wine. This pub has got some really good reviews, but I’m afraid we didn’t feel they were justified at all.

Written 25 October 2020

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paul h

Ampthill7 contributions

Terrible customer service

Aug 2021 • family

We ordered 4 meals but only 3 arrived, the waitress said the other one was on its way, five minutes later I asked if it was coming, she said that she would check. Then the manageress came over and explained that they had forgotten it but it wouldn’t be long. 10-15 minutes later it arrived (the rest of us had finished our meals) there was no apology. When the bill arrived I asked if they had charged for the late meal, she said they hadn’t, so I paid the bill in full again never received an apology. Then I checked the bill and discovered they had char for the meal. I went back and spoke to the manageress and after 5 minutes of arguing I received £5 back. With customer service like this they will struggle.

Written 19 August 2021

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Diablo2705

Hastings169 contributions

So good to be able to write a review again

Apr 2021 • couples

After a year of restrictions it was great to eat outside the anchor today. We had 2 box meals and they were delicious and such generous portions for only £6. Having draft pints was amazing and the service from staff was great. Very well managed in these strange times

Written 15 April 2021

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Dennis K

Thank you glad you enjoyed it even if it was cold outside

Written 16 April 2021

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Julie G

Hastings22 contributions

Fabulous

Aug 2021 • friends

My friend and I had lunch today outside the pub, chatting non stop and people watching. The Old Town street culture is back and busy…thankfully. As a local I know the pub has a great reputation and today it did not let us down. The girls were so attentive and professional. Prices just right and the place is clean and tidy. My friend had a delicious vegan burger with salad and slaw and I had the prawn jacket with salad all washed down with a refreshing white beer from Whitstable. Absolutely divine. A busy pub with many people either having a meal, enjoying a pint inside and out. Well done you lovely lot. So welcoming and relaxing. Thanks. X

Written 19 August 2021

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Dennis K

Thank you we are glad you enjoyed our pub

Written 2 March 2022

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Gav Windsor

London55 contributions

Unwelcoming , rushed , rude

Jun 2021 • couples

As has Visited the pub many times in the past and always had a great time I was quite shocked on last Friday to pop in for a pint with a friend .. I do not need to be shouted out for not going round the one-way system which goes right round the pub to exit . Basically even if you are sitting just inside the door you can’t leave the pub that way, you have to walk round the whole pub mixing with maybe 20 people and exit out the back door??? I mean what is the point of that when you’re sitting right next to an entrance which is empty? Also to be told you can only stay for 30 minutes because of bookings I thought it was a local pub where you could call in for a pint which I’ve done for the last 30 years The bar manager looked like she was on college experience real attitude you don’t need that !

Written 28 June 2021

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alexday

18 contributions

Beautiful Sunday roast

Oct 2020 • family

We booked a table for Sunday lunch. We are so glad we did. The staff were helpful and attentive and the pub was Covid secure. Attended with out two children. Food on a Sunday is only a roast and I’m glad there wasn’t any other options. Plenty of it, hot and very tasty. I always struggle to find a decent place for Sunday roasts but the Anchor did not disappoint. We will definitely be visiting again when in Hastings. You must book though as it’s a very popular place

Written 25 October 2020

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Sjc462

Pevensey1179 contributions

Worth a stop

Apr 2021 • family

I’ve place to see the world go by but, our party ordered 3x fish and chips & a burger and chips. We got the burger & 1 fish and chips because of an admin error by the time and 40 mins later got the remaining fish and chips which were ok but by h the is time lunch had turner into an afternoon tea/ early dinner. The beer and staff here are fantastic and have converted a possible 2 star to 3

Written 4 June 2021

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milliemo

Polegate58 contributions

Food lacking in flavour

Oct 2023 • couples

We booked for Sunday lunch and although the staff were efficient and welcoming the food was poor. The vegetables were cheap and lacking in taste and the gravy was like coloured water, no flavour at all. This was a disappointing experience.

Written 15 October 2023

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Louise

2 contributions

Lovely experience

Oct 2020 • none

Visited this pub I was most impressed by the service provided in view of COVID regulations this pub has it spot on they fully comply to all regulations and guide lines all staff are compliant and aware of the regulations and work as a team to make this happen. All staff are a credit to the landlords of this establishment. I felt very safe to drink in this pub. Well done to The Anchor pub and staff.

Written 2 October 2020

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DennisK596

Thanks we try to keep you all safe but i must say it isn`t easy sometimes

Written 4 October 2020

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IndiaahLondon

40 contributions

Delicious lunch. Great service.

Sept 2021 • none

A delicious lunch sitting outside watching the world go by. Macaroni cheese was a winner, as was the mixed fried seafood- lovey and crispy. Polite and efficient service despite being very busy .Highly recommended.

Written 20 September 2021

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Dennis K

Thanks

Written 4 November 2021

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Anthony D

Grays Thurrock217 contributions

Great for a light lunch

May 2021 • family

We had lunch here. The light options which 3 of us had were great. £6 for a decent lunch. Hot dog, chicken goujons and fish goujons all approved of. As much as you’d want for lunch and the fish was particularly plentiful. I had fish and chips and this was very good. Clearly fresh as well as delicious. Pint of Spitfire Bitter first class. Seating is a bit eccentric but that I guess can be seen as charm. I was sat in a window with nothing but glass directly behind me which felt odd and a bit unsafe but it didn’t overly bother me. It’s a lovely old pub overall. I guess it’s understandable but I thought the Covid rules were over rigidly enforced, but I appreciate some will love that. Service was good and value was very reasonable. £40 for 4 lunches including drinks (only one alcohol drink). Recommended.

Written 21 May 2021

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