The Hart — Restaurant in Eastbourne

I suspect that the reviews left for this venue where by people directly connected to it. We were done in Eastbourne and decided to check out local gay venues... this was the only one. Reviews seemed okay, although suspicious, but we went along and checked it out regardless. The staff were unfriendly... very much that provincial stereotype of being stared at by locals and staff in a way that makes you feel deeply uncomfortable. The staff failed to greet us with a smile, didn't ask us where we're from or try to make small talk (which might have made us feel a little more at ease). From the bar you could see a filthy kitchen - which made us joke about reviews saying the venue could "rival a London restaurant". The music was absolutely dire too, I mean, I don't mind a little T-Rex, but maybe not on a Saturday night. The place had potential, just a shame it was so... provincial, grubby...

Hadn't visited in a long time, I looked at the website, which made it sound warm and friendly. Unfortunately, it was anything but. Staff behind the bar were surly, miserable, and unwelcoming. Only 3 others in the bar, no atmosphere, so we went into the garden, which was unkempt and a complete mess. Rotten decking, rotten seating, it hasn't had any attention for a long time. All in all, I definitely won't be going back, it's such a shame that an LGBTQ bar in Eastbourne, that has been there so many years, has become such a dismal place, the owners obviously need to step back and take another look, to bring it back to the heaving...

A+++ It was my first time in this big LGBTQ 🏳️‍🌈Pub/Club. The two young guys who served us were exceptionally adorable, very chatting, friendly and make you feel confortable soon as you walk in (rolling in for me 😅). They have a proper disabled toilet 🚻 and a big ramp on the side of the building for wheelchair ♿ 😀. This is brilliant 👏. We will come back. On the weekend, they have drag show, smocking area, dance floor etc. Inside the decor is beautiful. Definitely try it. Brilliant. XXG...