The Pantiles in Royal Tunbridge Wells is one of the best spots in town to eat al fresco. With no passing traffic in the pedestrianised promenade and plentiful Georgian architecture to admire, this encapsulates the ultimate dining out experience in Kent.
Relaxed Dining in The Pantiles
A destination for a meal in its own right, watch the world go by during a long leisurely meal, be it lunch or dinner.
The Pantiles is lucky enough to have the bandstand where many a musician has performed to the delight of diners on Jazz and Soul Nights. During the summer season, it is imperative to book in advance for these popular live music nights to get the best view, and sound, from your table.
An evening meal is a romantic experience on a quieter night amongst the plane trees and the glow of ye olde Victorian lamps and twinkling stars.
A Meal Out in The Pantiles
La Casa Vecchia is a wonderful place to sit indoors or out at the end of the Upper Pantiles serving European fare. On another night you can go to The Grey Lady Music Lounge here and listens to some amazing live music from local talented artists including Paul Dunton.
The Eating House is fine dining in the Tunbridge Wells Hotel with plenty of seating outside too.
Steak Tunbridge Wells is a mere step away from the Pantiles, billed as British dining at its best, as part of One Warwick Park hotel and also a venue for a special night out.
Kirthon is the Indian restaurant and takeaway with space upstairs as well as outside. Food here has been reported as “amazing”!
Pub and bar meals in The Pantiles
The Old Fishmarket Champagne and Seafood Bar is a rare treat and the expert in marine cuisine. Also a locally owned restaurant it has the added impact of being in one of the oldest buildings in the Pantiles as well as appearing in the 2020 Michelin Guide!
The Duke of York and Sussex Arms offer gastropub style food with Fish and Chips a popular staple alongside ale, beer, cider and wine. Traditional Sunday Roasts are available too.
The Chapel Place Wine & Gin Bar is on the periphery of The Pantiles and guaranteed to find the perfect aperitif when meeting friends for pre-meal drinks.
Grub and Liquor and Framptons Cafe Bar and Kitchen are great for cocktails and contemporary meals to follow.
If a post-meal activity is on the cards, review the website for more things to do and see in the local area.
Take a break and have your cake
Equally, while you are out and about after having viewed a few of the local sights you are bound to want to refuel.
So take a break and make a pit-stop at one of the many inviting cafes in The Pantiles.
Come on in, sit down, relax and recharge your batteries!
There is an excellent choice of places to eat many of them offering menus using locally sourced ingredients catering for every taste.
Whether you are looking for morning coffee and cake, a delicious snack at lunchtime, a scrumptious afternoon tea, you’ll find no shortage of choice: The Pantiles Café, Hattons and The Cake Shed are ready to welcome you. Arte Bianca is an italian deli cafe which has a range of European options for you.
Eat, drink and be merry!
