Pablo Picasso Seaford — Restaurant in Lewes

I ventured into Pablo Picasso Italian, hoping it could stand in for my usual spot, which was closed. Unfortunately, it’s one of those places where everything looks right on paper—clean, stylish decor, friendly staff, a 5/5 hygiene rating—but fails to deliver where it truly matters: the food.

The Food: • Pizza: This was an immediate red flag. The cheese had that unpleasant borderline plastic texture, and the sauce lacked any authentic Italian zest. It was as if they’d assembled it from a kit you’d find in the frozen aisle. • Lasagne: Calling this Italian would be a stretch. It tasted as though the chef had forgotten to add any herbs, spices, or anything that would give it character. I imagine even a jar of supermarket sauce would have been an improvement. • Bruschetta: A baffling ‘DIY’ presentation where they expect you to assemble your own. I thought I’d ordered an appetizer, not a kitchen project. • Calamari: This one’s memorable for the wrong reasons. Each piece had the texture of industrial rubber, like chewing on the soles of a pair of flip-flops. It’s the kind of calamari that makes you wonder if they forgot the “calamari” part. • Salad: There was some greenery, but it had that wilted, perhaps they steamed it?Or perhaps it was fresh… several days ago.

The Atmosphere: Here’s where they redeem themselves slightly. The place is clean and nicely decorated, with a cozy feel that sadly doesn’t carry over into the food. Free street parking and a convenient location add to the positives.

Service: The staff were lovely, attentive, and genuinely friendly, but good service can’t save a poor meal.

Verdict: Pablo Picasso may have been a genius, but this restaurant’s namesake is definitely not. For all the elegance in appearance, the food is a total letdown. Go for the decor and service if you like, but don’t expect to be wowed by any of their flavours.

If they can’t get the basic foods right…I wonder how terrible...

Well, no words will really cover or do our experience @ Pablo Picasso justice ! We were at a restaurant around the corner and walked out because the service, menu and vibe were terrible and walked up the street and found Pablo Picasso. I’m glad we did because from the moment of walking through the door @ Pablo Picasso the team were nothing short of awesome, exceptional and wonderful humans ! The welcome we got was so friendly, the waitress came over and was just genuinely happy, friendly and made our presence felt appreciated and welcomed. Everything from the food, the waiter, waitress and Manager was just on point. These guys could write the book on flawless and phenomenal service, and that’s just front of house. The heroes out the back also cooked us one of the best lunches we have ever had as a Family. My kids pizza was delicious, the Mother in Laws seafood pasta medley was phenomenal, my mussles were fresh, local and with the best white wine, garlic and cream sauce I’ve ever had. My Wife’s tuna was perfection … a dish easy to get wrong and make tough and chewy but was banging. Desserts were great, coffee on point. This is the place to eat in Seaford, it was the absolute highlight of our holiday - thank you team Pablo Picasso … you were a blessing to our day 🙏🏼

🙋🏻‍♂️ Exceptional service 💰 Great prices 🍽️ Amazing and delicious fresh, local food 🧼 Clean restaurant and toilets ☕️ Nice after dinner coffee 5 💫 and...

We came for a belated anniversary in end

Jessica the manager had also given us complementary vouchers which we also used on this visit We have been before and food and service has always been great This time we were served by danelle who we have also been served by previously before when visiting she makes the experience better and always goes over and above , and always seems to be running around pleasing all her tables or anyone she is serving or speaking to. She always has a smile on her face and is cheerful and you can have a laugh with her which is great , and is also very professional. The food was excellent as it has always been when visiting the restaurant And I have to say that our experience speaking with Jessica the manager has been great as well if all the staff were like these two and the kitchen team . how great the restaurant would be even more so also the restaurant always has a lovely relaxed atmosphere which is great I recommend to anyone and we’re also booked in next for Father’s Day and I’m sure we will be booked in again soon after that keep up the...