Ostrich Hotel — Restaurant in Rother

A wonderful piece of nostalgia just a stones throw from Robertsbridge station. When approaching this place, I was thinking it could do with a bit of TLC, but upon leaving, I think it just adds to the overall other worldly feel of the place - this is NOT a run down pub. Go inside and it feels like, I don't know, 1930s? It's lovely. So much character. There are two drinking areas around the bar (an old lounge maybe) all done in brown wood panelling with the requisite pictures. The staff were truly lovely: friendly and welcoming. The Guinness was excellent as was the Sussex Best Bitter. One word of caution for those gentlemen with a delicate disposition is to be wary of the decor of the men's toilets. I won't say...

Mother’s Day at this family recommended restaurant… was quiet in the pub, generally would have been a bit busier.. as its reputation for great Sunday lunch would have me believe.|However, the chef was off recovering from a shoulder surgery- so it was left to the owner & his bar staff to take care of the meals ( dumbing down on bookings for this reason )|They did a fair job TBF, but was told that it would usually be much better… so will have to wait for another visit.|The pub itself, very basic looking- no thrills , very local feel, but prices are reasonable, and staff friendly enough . Conveniently close to...

We had a really pleasant family Sunday lunch at the Ostrich during our visit to Robertsbridge. I'm glad we booked, as it seems a popular place for a roast. The portions were generous, with a good variety of veggies, and the lamb was particularly good. We felt very looked after, and I was particularly touched by the tiny petit-four pudding I was given because I didn't order dessert when everyone else did! The location is so convenient, near the station, and we had a good country...