The Jolly Fisherman — Restaurant in Hastings

This place has so much potential. It's got a lovely little wood burner, snug seating, it's cosy and atmospheric. There's always something interesting on tap if you like craft beer. But everything is ruined by the least friendly landlord this side of Tehran. Don't even think about asking for a taster as you would in any other pub that sells unusual beers. You'll be lucky to get a millimetre of froth. What a miserable sod. But the beer is good and so are the peanuts. And we made friends with some other punters who'd also felt the sharp end of the landlord's tongue so we enjoyed rolling our eyes behind his back lols. I always say if you don't like...

After a week on holiday staying just outside Hastings it took until the last day to find the best pub in Hastings! Fantastic micropub with a great range of ales and cider. I like trying new beers of any style and was surprised to walk in to the Jolly Fisherman and find all 7 beers on tap were beers I'd not had before, including 2 dark beers. They even serve beer in thirds, halves, 2/3s, pints and 3 thirds on a paddle. Very friendly and welcoming, great service, dog friendly and very good with covid 19 measures. I would definitely recommend to any real ale lover and will visit again if I'm...

There are 5 star bars. Then there are world class gems. This is a world class gem. In Hastings! Super knowledgeable behind the bar. Really unique beer and cider list. Takes a lot these days to delight someone as seasoned as me when it comes to beer. Nailed it and I am both surprised and delighted. The world needs more bars like this! Unmissable if you love beer. I hope this level can be maintained....because it's so tough to do. Very well done- it makes such...