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The Blacksmiths

High Street, Battle, England
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Ranked #20 of 31 restaurants in Battle
Cuisines: English
Dining options: Reservations
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- 23 Mar 2013
Restaurant details
Dining options: Reservations
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2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2013 via mobile

We've been going to the blacksmiths in battle for many years and are really sad that Martin has decided to retire. We have been unable to find another restaurant that has such a wide menu and helpful staff. We have never been disappointed once with any meal here and are sport to see you leave.

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East Sussex
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81 reviews 81 reviews
42 restaurant reviews
174 helpful votes 174 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 December 2012

The Blacksmiths has finally closed after gradually going downhill in the face of so much competition in the area.

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Hastings, United Kingdom
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14 reviews 14 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 October 2012

This was always our family choice for occasions though have not been much lately. However we visited again recently with visitors and found it was as good as ever. I don't like soggy veg but did not find that description to be true.It does have some different choices. I agree the decor has not been changed for some time and... More

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Sussex
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27 reviews 27 reviews
22 restaurant reviews
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 September 2012

We did have a rather disappointing visit some time ago but thought it deserved a second chance. The first time was an evening where most places can look better "in the half light". The atmosphere at lunchtime was rather like being in a residential home. It was all a bit "tired". I am sure with the prices charged a makeover... More

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Eastbourne, United Kingdom
2 reviews
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 August 2012

Our first weekend without the children we had booked a local hotel and this restaurant for a romantic dinner. The menu was mouth watering ..... that is where our romantic evening finished. Had pre booked a couple of weeks in advance first impressions were hopeful ordered drinks and then starter and main. Starter came 1 hour and 20mins later, overcooked... More

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Kinross
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12 reviews 12 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2012

Our party of four were doing a tour of the area and called into the Blacksmiths on Saturday the 16th june for lunch. My daughter was very hungry so had gone on ahead of us and was already sat at a table when we arrived. My first impression was the smell of deep fat frying.... Not nice. The waiter/maitre d... More

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25 reviews 25 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2012

We have eaten at the Blacksmiths on several occasions and every time we have been thrilled with the food, service and value for money. Martin the owner is always charming and will always find time for a quick chat. We look forward to our next visit.

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Sydney, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012

Had a wonderful night, outside it was cold & raining but inside the atmosphere was warm & inviting. Food was lovely & service was impeccable. Would recomment to anyone visiting Battle to call in for a meal.

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Worcester, United Kingdom
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012

The Blacksmiths had a very good menu, the food cooked to perfection and well presented. All the staff were very friendly.

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Hastings, United Kingdom
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60 reviews 60 reviews
34 restaurant reviews
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

My family and i booked the Blacksmiths restaurant for a surprise 60th birthday meal for my mum. We have been here many times before for different occassions ie mothers day, christmas meals, family gatherings. It has a homely atmoshere and is run by family for many years, real service with a smile! Good choice of menu, if you want some... More

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