The 21 best bars and drinks in Rye

A really lovely pub only about 5 minutes walk from the town centre although it is a busy road. The road noise is the only downside when sat outside. A lot more peaceful inside. The pub has been voted one of the cosiest pubs in the UK. Very eclectic. Three real ales. I had the Romney best bitter. A new brewery for me. Very good. Deric, Liza, Madge and Casta loved it here. Food looks good, lots of fresh fish.

A near old-school pub with a lovely beer garden and a good selection available. I love the no fuss interior. It's in a great quiet, tucked away location.

Lovely cosy pub, open before 12! Friendly staff. Food smells amazing.

Immaculate vibes all round! Incredible cocktails, ambient lighting and wonderful jazz! What’s not to love. We came for a hens weekend and it was the PERFECT vibe. The service was lovely too, they were so attentive and efficient! Grab your friends or a date, book a table and thank me later xx

The only CAMRA Good Beer Guide pub in Rye. Liza is not sure why as Rye is wonderful and full of great pubs.( might be my afterlife Heaven!) Stayed for two rounds as the beer / cider choice is superb. Ticked off three new breweries. Super pork pies and Scotch eggs. They encourage you to share tables. Some front outside seating. Like the idea of flushing the loo with Sharp's Doombar. All it is good for says Liza.

My wife and I visited Rye for 12 days from the USA. We were lucky enough to find the Queens Head on night 1, a Wednesday. Cal immediately took us in as family and we were able to participate in all the music activities. This is the most down to earth, friendly, and community forward pub I have ever been to in the UK. Well done Cal and team!!!

I visited for brunch.It was toward the end of a month-long trip across Europe, and this was hands down the best meal I had—not just on the trip, but possibly even compared to what I’ve eaten back home in Japan. The food was exceptionally delicious—one of those meals that quietly surprises you with how good it is. The staff were friendly, attentive, and the service was delivered at just the right pace. I’d love to stay here someday and try more of the menu. I’ll definitely be back—and I wholeheartedly recommend this place.

A lovely pub to finish off a day in Rye. Near the railway station. A Sheperd Neame pub so had the excellent Spitfire bitter. Good beer garden. Liza tells me that it was home time, I'd had plenty.

Great place and what's really important, that it's 100% dog friendly. We didn't eat unfortunately however the menu looked great. Staff is amazing. Highly recommended!

Sat in to eat with a view of the pretty road. Ordered 2 kids cod and chips meals for 2 adults as we didn’t want a lot. The size was actually really decent. Cod was fresh and batter crispy, the chips were crispy and soft inside. Best fish and chips I’ve had in a long time. Both the server and chef were very polite and helpful.

Visited here 3 times this week whilst on holiday and every time everything was perfect. They are dog friendly and our dogs appeared very comfortable and they were very well behaved on each visit.. the menu is limited but is done very well. The roast is amazing and it is also worth getting the extra sides as the pigs in blankets are huge and the best sausages we have had and the cauliflower cheese with bacon is amazing. Staff are very friendly and create an easy atmosphere. It is a bit more expensive here but you get what you pay for and it really is worth it

Stayed for one night to celebrate a milestone birthday for my partner. We had booked one of the cottages. It was wonderful!!! The biggest most comfy bed you will ever see! The shower and all amenities were first class. Off the main road so was extremely quiet too. Our evening meals were also very good with a good selection for both food and wine. Both of us enjoyed our meals. Partner had steak which was delicious. I had home made lasagne with home made garlic bread. . The service was friendly and very attentive. The staff couldn’t make you feel any more special. Back at the cottage we slept soundly and then had a lovely full English breakfast in a lovely homely quiet room. I couldn’t rate this establishment any higher. Steven, Lisa and their team are fabulous and go out of their way to make you feel special. Thank you all so much for making my partners birthday the best !!

Spent an amazing time at this lovely wine bar. A perfect stop for a day trip to Rye.♡ Good variety of wines and great recommendations. The owner Graeme took really good care of us! The atmosphere was super friendly. We made new friends from across the globe. 🌎🥂 Will certainly revisit this place.

I read several mixed reviews on TripAdvisor, some of which were terrible, but i was excited to find out for myself. I am glad we did. The food was absolutely delicious. I love a small menu with limited options because it's usually a good sign that each dish is done very well. In this case, that would seem to be true. I loved every bite, and there were no disappointments (except it being socially unacceptable to lick your plate clean). The drinks were very grown up, not much fan fare, but equally as delicious as the food. The service was wonderful, attentive, fun, and friendly wait staff. Simple food done very well. Excellent visit.

Oh my gosh stumbled upon this place and how lucky are we! The atmosphere is simply perfect for a the beautiful summers afternoon / evening ( yes - we stayed much longer than expected!) Drinks spot on - food scrumptious and tonight they had the most amazing singer! Deff a secret find we DONT want to share but to keep to ourselves!!

Tucked away on a charming cobbled street in the picturesque town of Rye, this beautiful historic building is home to a characterful 3-star hotel that's welcomed its fair share of celebrity guests over the years. If you're a history lover like me, here's a little gem! the cellars date all the way back to 1156! The building itself was rebuilt in 1420 after both it and much of the town were burned to the ground. The sense of history is everywhere you look. The bar is located at the back of the Inn and has so much charm. You enter through a quaint little door (which I loved!) into a cosy, atmospheric room full of original features and historic touches. The drinks selection isn't huge, but honestly, you'll want to order something just to soak in the surroundings. 1 absolutely loved it here. Full of charm, history, and character. Would return in a heartbeat!

Lovely gallery space. Loved everything about it. Staff are nice and welcoming.

While on a trip to Hastings, we were hungry so we went looking for a place where we could eat well and where dogs were welcome. Walking through the old town along George Street, we visited many bars and restaurants until we finally reached the inconspicuous Dragon Bar. Maybe at first impression it is not very exposed, but we boldly entered inside. And we already knew it was a good choice! Although there is no sign that dogs are welcome, we found a place right next to the entrance with a view of the entire bar from where we could observe the guests. After a while, I was already at the bar, the polite bartender offered drinks, I must say that everyone will find something for themselves, from a soft drink, Guinness beer, Staropramen, wines and cocktails prepared on site. The menu is not very rich, but as it turned out later, the secret of Dragon Bar is not the number of dishes. We ordered grilled bass, mushrooms on the toast, smoked salmon fishcakes and tomato and thyme soup. We waited quite a long time, but considering that we weren't the only ones waiting, we hoped it would be worth it. And it was worth it! The dishes presented in a beautiful form (it would be a pity to destroy this work) tasted amazing, truly heaven in your mouth! Mushrooms on toast were full of mushroom flavor, thyme emphasized the taste, garlic toast complemented the taste and the whole thing was delicious, a poetry of taste. Grilled bass fish served with rice and bit of trace created a tasty composition, fresh fish and ingredients ensured the unique taste of the dish. grilled salmon fishcake is real poetry not only in appearance but also in taste. I have never eaten fishcake served this way. And the tomato soup mentioned was delicious, slightly spicy and tasty, and the grilled bread with topping took the taste sensations to a different level. Finally, we had two desserts served, cinnamon apple tarte with soft cream and the second dessert was rhubarb mousse with apple, crushed meringue and biscuit. everything tasted out of this world. It was worth waiting longer than usual for such a tasty treat. There was a nice, relaxed atmosphere in the bar, the staff were friendly and served the dishes with a smile. If you are a fan of good food and a friendly, unobtrusive atmosphere, you must visit Dragon Bar! Thank you very much for your visual and taste experiences. We highly recommend Dragon Bar! Oh and one more thing, it costs much less than it looks! Truly ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Dragon Bar

Deserves support. Someone’s made a real effort to create a cool little coffee shop here. Love it !! - great if you have little people. There’s a corner with toys and things to keep them busy. While you have a coffe. Or a pint from the amazing selection of local beers.

Took the bus from Rye (a short journey) to visit the brewery on a quiet, sunny Friday. It’s just a rough bar counter and a few tables and chairs (some outside) this isn’t a criticism. I didn’t come for the decor, I came for the beer…and very good it is too. Sausage roll was also tasty. Just a few others (locals) enjoying the beer as well. I believe they have music some evenings when it would certainly liven up but if you want to try their beers in a livelier atmosphere, they are all available in their pub in Rye itself without the need for a bus or a walk. Personally I enjoyed peacefully contemplating a decent pint of Pissoir Porter.

Was there last night for the drag queen bingo. I can honestly say it was the best night I've had in a very long time. From start to finish it was brilliant. Would 100% recommend it. Already planning another night there. Well done for such an amazing night. Colette and gang. From London and Rye