Best Sunday Lunch Restaurants in Brenchley

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A photo of The Poet at Matfield restaurant

1. The Poet at Matfield

4.8

Exceptional(3054)

Price: Expensive

• British • Tunbridge Wells

Booked 14 times today

The Poet offers an informal yet refined dining experience in the heart of the Kent countryside. Set in a charismatic 16th century building, diners can expect food of the highest standards, made using the finest local and seasonal produce and lovingly prepared by a small team of chefs led by Head Chef & Director Lee Adams. In addition to the food, we offer a selection of fine wines, quirky cocktails, and have a collection of over 25 craft gins available.World War I poet Siegfried Sassoon lived in Matfield and is the inspiration behind our name. Sassoon was awarded the Military Cross for "conspicuous gallantry" and later won acclaim for his writing. We're pretty sure he would have loved our food too!A warm welcome awaits diners from General Manager and Director Tom Haacke and his team. We look forward to seeing you!Please be aware we do not cater for the vegan diet. Late cancellations - £20 per person.

2. The Star and Eagle Goudhurst

4.5

Awesome(237)

Price: Moderate

• European • Goudhurst

Nestling in the heart of the beautiful Kentish Weald-the Garden of England, the Star and Eagle Hotel is located in the village of Goudhurst. Standing over 400ft above sea level, there are outstanding views of the surrounding orchards and hop gardens for which the area is renowned. Dating back to the 14th century, the Star and Eagle has played a significant role in the local history, and was once reputed to have been an ancient monastery. Relics of the vaulted stonework of the period are still visible in some parts of the building. During the 18th century the Inn became the headquarters of the "Hawkhurst Gang", who robbed and terrorised the surrounding district, and planned smuggling raids. Today, behind its attractive timbered gables, the Star and Eagle offers all the comfort and facilities of a 20th century hotel with the charm and atmosphere of a bygone era. Open throughout the year, the Star and Eagle is less than three miles off the main A21 road with easy access.

3. The Brasserie

3.9

Excellent(343)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Tunbridge Wells

Booked 5 times today

Welcome to The Brasserie! We pride ourselves on serving delicious food that combines classic dishes with a modern twist. Our focus is on using high-quality ingredients, and we work closely with local suppliers who share our passion for excellence. Our menu changes with the seasons, offering a range of options from light lunches to more elaborate and hearty creations, promising something new each visit. Our Executive Head Chef leads a talented team that puts great care into preparing each dish, ensuring your dining experience is nothing short of perfection. But that's not all! Our bar is open to everyone, even if you're not joining us for a meal. Come and relax with us as you enjoy our impressive selection of drinks. Choose from hand-crafted cocktails, premium spirits, fine wines and craft beers.

4. Water Lane

4.7

Exceptional(137)

Price: Expensive

• European • Hawkhurst

Booked 1 time today

Water Lane is a restaurant based within a working market garden in the High Weald of Kent. Guided by the seasons, our menu reflects its sense of place in the English countryside where we grow our own vegetables and use local suppliers. Our ever changing menu is simple but prepared with imagination and care by our Head Chef Jed Wrobel and his team.The Good Food Guide 2023 describes us as 'A contender for one of the most charming eateries in Kent, it's pretty much impossible to resist the lure of this rural restaurant tucked away in a delightful walled garden...' We are open Friday to Sunday 10am - 4.30pm, serving breakfast 10am to 11.30am and lunch 12pm - 3pm. We serve dinner on Friday and Saturday evenings between 6pm - 8.30pm. Our restaurant is currently located in the Carnation House glasshouse. We welcome well behaved dogs on a leash in our garden.

5. The Moody Mare

4.4

Awesome(2103)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Wrotham

Booked 9 times today

Open Tuesday to Sunday with food served all day from noon.We now have 3 Giant heated Tipis, they provide lots of fresh air and a lovely open environment, they are also heated.Formerly an 18th Century farmhouse boasting exposed beams, oak floors, exposed brickwork and oak tables. This leads to a very relaxed and cosy atmosphere with candle lit tables and real flame stoves.The cuisine is typically modern European, classically cooked using cornerstones such as stock pots to create their sauces with a brigade that has a passion for what they do. This is exciting times for the pub which now has a new bar serving real ale straight from the cask. Be sure to check out the website regularly to keep up with the latest events and offers.

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6. The Bistro at Salomons Estate

3.7

Very Good(100)

Price: Expensive

• Pub • Tunbridge Wells

Set amongst the glorious countryside, we’ve got all the finest and freshest ingredients right on our doorstep. It’s why our selected menus are varied, tasty and a little quirky. Join us for a relaxed and friendly dining experience with a difference.Salomons Estate doing what we do best - don't miss out!

7. The Warren

4.2

Awesome(886)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Tunbridge Wells

Booked 8 times today

Welcome to The Warren Restaurant, an extension of The Crowborough Estate, holding stock of Sussex Cattle, Boer Goats, Fallow deer, and Wild boar amongst others which the restaurant draws on for its menu. We are a Dog Friendly restaurant. Given the provenance, the kitchen predominantly cooks British food, occasionally dipping into other cuisines to provide a vehicle for flavours – nettle gnocchi for example, or poached oyster with wild boar chorizo.WE wanted a unique fun and informal restaurant, to offer their Crowborough Estate’s produce from. When the site of the renowned Signor Franco’s became available, with those iconic arched windows of its orangery and glorious terrace overlooking the Spa town, the stage was set.Please email us contact@thewarren.restaurant (our call line & online booking system will reopen from 1st August)Your SincerelyMagdalena & Martin

8. Frankies Farmshop

4.7

Exceptional(194)

Price: Moderate

• English • Staplehurst

Booked 18 times today

Frankie's Farmshop is open for indoor dining in our beautiful new restaurant, outdoors when the weather is good as well as for groceries, beautiful gifts & cards, plants & flowers.

9. Stilebridge

4.7

Exceptional(335)

Price: Expensive

• Gastro Pub • Maidstone

Booked 6 times today

Welcome to The Stile Bridge, we have recently re-opened under new ownership and management following our sister restaurant "The Poet at Matfield".We serve food lunch and dinner from Tuesday to Sunday, serving drinks & Bar snacks all day.We source all our produce locally, finding inspiration from South America, Asia, South Africa and Europe to bring together a "New World" menu with Wines from across the earth to compliment your meal.

10. The Queens Inn

4.7

Exceptional(565)

Price: Moderate

• British • Cranbrook

Booked 3 times today

Welcome to The Queens Inn. A stylish pub, restaurant and hotel with a wood-burning fireplace, as well as a beer garden, a deep history of smugglers and a Georgian ballroom. Fresh, locally sourced ingredients are combined, expertly cooked and served in our stylish, yet welcoming surroundings. Our meals are our pride and joy. We have a passion for creating a complete dining experience. We take the time to prepare our food from wholesome produce for our guests - no fast food, no corner cutting and are confident you’ll find it well worth waiting for. Our menus show flair and imagination; never sacrificing taste and satisfaction. Our chef is committed to supporting local businesses and produce: Moon’s Green, Wealden Smokery, Park Farm butchers, Maws Fine Foods-Hawkhurst, Bodiam ice-cream to name but a few.

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Sally
Kent •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Wow! We went to The Poet for the first time last night to celebrate a significant birthday and it was fantastic. From the moment we entered the building we were made to feel very special. The food was amazing and the staff very friendly and attentive. We enjoyed every bit of the evening. I would highly recommend The Poet to anyone wanting to experience top quality restaurant food and wine.
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The Poet at MatfieldPrice: Expensive• British• Tunbridge Wells
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4.8
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Michael
Kent •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 3, 2025
The food was outstanding with very friendly staff just to top it off. A very nice evening all round. So nice to find such a lovely restaurant in close proximity to home.
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The Moody MarePrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Wrotham
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4.4
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Homa and Laurence
London •11 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 29, 2024
Outstanding experience. Visited Sunday between Xmas and New Year, excellent food, perfectly served. Charming service, genuinely friendly and kind from the lady with the ponytail and boots. Bit pricey but fair for the quality. Tables are not crowded and nice to have the choice of the vibrant bar area or the calmer dining rooms. Hoping for a dry sherry option next time and would love more choice of real ales on draught, but after all, one good one is enough! We will be back!
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The Star and Eagle GoudhurstPrice: Moderate• European• Goudhurst
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4.5
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Clare
Brighton •1 review
4.0
Dined on Dec 21, 2024
Myself and 3 friends have a very enjoyable evening on Saturday. The reason I chose The Brasserie was that it had both vegetarian and gluten free options which we needed. Unfortunately there were no gluten free buns available for the burger and also no gluten free brownie. We all felt this was very disappointing and my friend who suffers from coeliac disease only had the starter she wanted available to her. It definitely was not gluten free friendly on Saturday night
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The BrasseriePrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• Tunbridge Wells
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3.9
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SophieVIP
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 21, 2024
It’s my favourite place . I absolutely love it . The unique setting and delicious food are just perfect .
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Water LanePrice: Expensive• European• Hawkhurst
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4.7

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15 restaurants available nearby

1. The Poet at Matfield

2. The Star and Eagle Goudhurst

3. The Brasserie

4. Water Lane

5. The Moody Mare

6. The Bistro at Salomons Estate

7. The Warren

8. Frankies Farmshop

9. Stilebridge

10. The Queens Inn

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