Cru Eastbourne
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Booked a table for 5 people at 7pm - very surprised when allocated our table to find we were definitely not even a metre apart from the table of four behind. Whilst the food lived up to it’s reputation we felt uncomfortable staying beyond the time it took to eat our meal, in hindsight we perhaps should have decided at that point to turn around and walk out. No monitor checks on entry though staff were all wearing face masks. Food and service very good - but in the current environment we need to feel assured we are in a safe environment,
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3 times now, Ist March for a Sunday roast of Beef Sirloin which was 2nd to none... Booked for 2 weeks later then Covid19 hit.
Our return was our first restaurant out of lockdown 1st October... For an evening meal. Which was very enjoyable, not least to get out again. 7 months late lol...!We went again on Sunday for a roast, decided on the Lamb for a change...
The Beef was amazing but the Lamb surpassed that.... The best, Leanest, Tenderest Lamb I have ever tasted..... It really was Sublime! Megan has been our waitress the last 2 times, not rushing us but efficiently serving our dishes and drinks.
Sweet dessert had Churros.... My husbands big favourite!! Not really for me... So we ordered 'him' some. Obviously I had to have a taste..... WOW!! I ate half (3) THEY ARE GORGEOUS!
The meal each time we go gets better than the last.... The food here is utterly superb.... Highly recommended. Give it a try!
Our return was our first restaurant out of lockdown 1st October... For an evening meal. Which was very enjoyable, not least to get out again. 7 months late lol...!We went again on Sunday for a roast, decided on the Lamb for a change...
The Beef was amazing but the Lamb surpassed that.... The best, Leanest, Tenderest Lamb I have ever tasted..... It really was Sublime! Megan has been our waitress the last 2 times, not rushing us but efficiently serving our dishes and drinks.
Sweet dessert had Churros.... My husbands big favourite!! Not really for me... So we ordered 'him' some. Obviously I had to have a taste..... WOW!! I ate half (3) THEY ARE GORGEOUS!
The meal each time we go gets better than the last.... The food here is utterly superb.... Highly recommended. Give it a try!
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This was my first visit to cru the food was lovely it was very well presented and the staff were very helpful and friendly. I would definitely recommend this place and will be returning
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My friend and I had the most lovely evening tonight! The Octopus burger was by far the best burger I have had!
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We loved this place. Relaxed atmosphere and helpful, friendly staff. Drinks were great, with some nice cocktails on the menu. Food was outstanding for every course. Highly recommend.
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Visit with friends couldnt have been anymore perfect with the amazing food and hospitality by the staff there with such a great safety presence in regard to covid matters.
Never a disappointing visit.
Never a disappointing visit.
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Had a bottomless brunch there today. The hostess could not of Been more welcoming from Explaining exactly what food we were served to topping us up when needed, be this Tea, water or Prosecco nothing was too much trouble. They staff were so friendly and helpful I honestly could not fault my time. Would definitely recommend.
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Brilliant place for a roast dinner best ever.
Recommend to every one
Recommend to every one
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Best roast, great atmosphere and friendly staff!
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A pleasant return end warm welcome. A nice atmosphere, when we arrived. We were shown to our table and received the menu. We received a glass of water on ice.
Shortly after we could inform our wishes.One of us was vegetarian, but that was no issue.We started with a few different smaller dishes, which we shared together. Great tastes. These were POPPYSEED BAKERY ARTISAN BREADS, whipped salted butter, SAUTÉED PADRON PEPPERS, homemade aioli, DUCK ANTI PASTI, smoked duck breast, duck liver parfait, 9 roasted artichoke, sourdough crostini, PAN SEARED DIVER SCALLOPS, café de Paris butter, wilted 11.5 spinach, crispy capers, pancetta and WHIPPED GOLDEN CROSS GOATS CHEESE, roasted fig flatbread, 8.5 pickled walnut, rocket (V). As mentioned these tasted delicious and looked very appetising too.
As mains we opted 3x for the 35 day DRY AGED FILLET - 8oz (with BONE MARROW BUTTER and HOMEMADE AIOLI) and 1x for the SMOKED TOFU & MISO RAMEN BOWL, broad beans, pak choi, buckwheat soba noodle. The meat tasted really great, what a treat it was.Our deserts were coffee, port and
Shortly after we could inform our wishes.One of us was vegetarian, but that was no issue.We started with a few different smaller dishes, which we shared together. Great tastes. These were POPPYSEED BAKERY ARTISAN BREADS, whipped salted butter, SAUTÉED PADRON PEPPERS, homemade aioli, DUCK ANTI PASTI, smoked duck breast, duck liver parfait, 9 roasted artichoke, sourdough crostini, PAN SEARED DIVER SCALLOPS, café de Paris butter, wilted 11.5 spinach, crispy capers, pancetta and WHIPPED GOLDEN CROSS GOATS CHEESE, roasted fig flatbread, 8.5 pickled walnut, rocket (V). As mentioned these tasted delicious and looked very appetising too.
As mains we opted 3x for the 35 day DRY AGED FILLET - 8oz (with BONE MARROW BUTTER and HOMEMADE AIOLI) and 1x for the SMOKED TOFU & MISO RAMEN BOWL, broad beans, pak choi, buckwheat soba noodle. The meat tasted really great, what a treat it was.Our deserts were coffee, port and
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Everything was excellent. The food was really delicious, especially the lemon curd goats cheese and the humus. We loved the wine selection and ambience. Will definitely be back if we are in Eastbourne (or somewhere nearby!) again.
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Had an amazing nut roast and beef roast with the truffle cauliflower cheese. It tasted amazing and was a large portion. Well worth the money. The staff were very welcoming and very attentive and were very accommodating. Enjoyed a gorgeous espresso Martin after too
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I came to Cru for the first time on a Saturday night with my husband and our fiends to celebrate a birthday.
We had read lots of reviews before coming to make sure we chose a good restaurant and I’m happy to say we weren’t disappointed.Small concise menu, all our food was absolutely delicious! Particularly loved the starters that we shared between the four of us - the beef croquette my highlight!
Our friends love their wine so we’re very impressed with the huge selection.The staff were friendly, the restaurant was full so had a lovely atmosphere.
All in all would highly recommend!
We had read lots of reviews before coming to make sure we chose a good restaurant and I’m happy to say we weren’t disappointed.Small concise menu, all our food was absolutely delicious! Particularly loved the starters that we shared between the four of us - the beef croquette my highlight!
Our friends love their wine so we’re very impressed with the huge selection.The staff were friendly, the restaurant was full so had a lovely atmosphere.
All in all would highly recommend!
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For the past year my sister and I have had the most amazing Airbnb booked in Eastbourne Harbour for our family, 11 adults for a surprise weekend away/celebration for our parents 50th wedding anniversary. Our friends that live in Eastbourne said that there really was only one place to go, Cru. From the moment I emailed and requested to book, Jordan couldn’t have been more helpful, as their menu is seasonal and changes on a regular basis , he explained that he would email the menu to me a few days before so that we could make our choices (being such a large party) however suggested that our parents be exempt from this in order to keep the surprise going.
As my daughter is a vegan, I was also conscious that there should be a vegan option, Jordan said that there were usually two starters and one main but that he would ask the chef to put on an additional vegan main to giver her a choice.
Jordan, then also secured a table at their sister venue, Levels, later in the evening so that we were able to carry on celebrating.
Sadly, on Monday of this week, the “Rule of Six” came into force and a years worth of planning and preparation was completely ruined, therefore we will not have the pleasure of eating at Cru as our trip has been cancelled, however, what I can say is that if their food is even half as good as their customer service, it will be amazing!
Thank you Jordan for all of your support, professionalism, understanding and most of all outstanding customer service, we very much look forward to eating with you when we re-book our trip, hopefully in the spring when this madness has sorted itself out.
As my daughter is a vegan, I was also conscious that there should be a vegan option, Jordan said that there were usually two starters and one main but that he would ask the chef to put on an additional vegan main to giver her a choice.
Jordan, then also secured a table at their sister venue, Levels, later in the evening so that we were able to carry on celebrating.
Sadly, on Monday of this week, the “Rule of Six” came into force and a years worth of planning and preparation was completely ruined, therefore we will not have the pleasure of eating at Cru as our trip has been cancelled, however, what I can say is that if their food is even half as good as their customer service, it will be amazing!
Thank you Jordan for all of your support, professionalism, understanding and most of all outstanding customer service, we very much look forward to eating with you when we re-book our trip, hopefully in the spring when this madness has sorted itself out.
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I have come here very often! The service from
This family run business is superb and the staff always have time and go above and beyond.The food is one of the best I have ever tasted in Eastbourne cooked to perfection and a menu kept fresh, modern and delicious. Also boating the widest variety of top class wines to suit any pallet.
I recommend This place to everyone and can’t wait for my next short rib or steak.Five stars every time
This family run business is superb and the staff always have time and go above and beyond.The food is one of the best I have ever tasted in Eastbourne cooked to perfection and a menu kept fresh, modern and delicious. Also boating the widest variety of top class wines to suit any pallet.
I recommend This place to everyone and can’t wait for my next short rib or steak.Five stars every time
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My wife was very impressed with the effort Cru went to for her dairy free diet. The service was so friendly and the food absolutely delicious, highly recommend
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Apologies to the restaurant for being so slow with this review, we are there about a month ago!
It was a really delicious meal. We didn't have a reservation, but the staff found us a table and we were so happy that they did.
We just had mains, no starters or desserts. We had the steak (with chips) & the pork chop (with mash & veg) and both meals were delicious.
The staff were so friendly and helpful and the restaurant has a lovely friendly vibe.
It's probably a good idea to make a reservation as it seems really busy.
It was a really delicious meal. We didn't have a reservation, but the staff found us a table and we were so happy that they did.
We just had mains, no starters or desserts. We had the steak (with chips) & the pork chop (with mash & veg) and both meals were delicious.
The staff were so friendly and helpful and the restaurant has a lovely friendly vibe.
It's probably a good idea to make a reservation as it seems really busy.
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Absolutely wonderful. Food was absolutely delicious and the staff were fantastic and so friendly. Will definitely come back.
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The food, staff and wine at the restaurant were excellent. My wife and I have not eaten out much since March due to concerns over the transmission of Covid-19.
Seating is arranged sensibly to maintain distancing, antibacterial gel and enhanced cleaning are all in place so this was not a concern.
The Bavette steak we had for lunch was well presented and tasted great. As for the bottle of Chablis, simply the best wine I have tasted in a long time.
No pictures as we only thought about if afterwards.
The staff were all friendly and welcoming, so much so that I booked a table for lunch the next day with some friends. The beef croquette and duck were excellent.
Thanks for making the Bank Holiday weekend enjoyable.
Seating is arranged sensibly to maintain distancing, antibacterial gel and enhanced cleaning are all in place so this was not a concern.
The Bavette steak we had for lunch was well presented and tasted great. As for the bottle of Chablis, simply the best wine I have tasted in a long time.
No pictures as we only thought about if afterwards.
The staff were all friendly and welcoming, so much so that I booked a table for lunch the next day with some friends. The beef croquette and duck were excellent.
Thanks for making the Bank Holiday weekend enjoyable.
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Great vegan options!
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Fab food and great service. Try the tomahawk steak its great
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We were staying just outside Eastbourne for a “staycation” break with the kids over August bank holiday weekend.
We found here online and we are so pleased we found this little gem. Our daughter is anaphylactic to nuts and when I called to book a table I felt so comfortable with their allergy awareness.
We arrived and my husband had scallops for starters. Me and the kids had a roast and my husband had their burger. We all said it’s the best roast we have ever had in a restaurant.
We also felt very safe Covid wise too. Our daughter felt so safe with her meal. Gorgeous food, lovely drinks, and great service.
A real little hidden gem.
We found here online and we are so pleased we found this little gem. Our daughter is anaphylactic to nuts and when I called to book a table I felt so comfortable with their allergy awareness.
We arrived and my husband had scallops for starters. Me and the kids had a roast and my husband had their burger. We all said it’s the best roast we have ever had in a restaurant.
We also felt very safe Covid wise too. Our daughter felt so safe with her meal. Gorgeous food, lovely drinks, and great service.
A real little hidden gem.
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We’ve been to Cru a few times and have always had a great experience. This is why we decided to treat my parents to a meal there. Our experience in one word - fan-bloody-tastic!!!!
When we arrived there was a misunderstanding about how many were in the booking but they dealt with it professionally and ensured we had a table.Jordan looked after us once she knew we had a nut allergy in our group. She was attentive, professional, friendly and looked after us brilliantly.
The food and wine was delicious. I LOVE the Nyetimber. Can’t wait to go back!
When we arrived there was a misunderstanding about how many were in the booking but they dealt with it professionally and ensured we had a table.Jordan looked after us once she knew we had a nut allergy in our group. She was attentive, professional, friendly and looked after us brilliantly.
The food and wine was delicious. I LOVE the Nyetimber. Can’t wait to go back!
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What a fabulous place this is. Amazing vibe and equally amazing tapas and a very extensive wine list. It’s small so you will need to book but it’s worth it. Very well done.
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I had no idea that Cru existed before last week even though I live very close to Eastbourne. What a hidden gem. I have a lengthy list of food intolerences which often makes eating out very stressful for me, however, having emailed Jordan once I'd made my booking she went out of her way to accommodate me. Not only did she contact me by email, she also phoned to run through the menu with me to make sure everything would be OK for me. My starter and main course were adapted by the chef and were absolutely delicious. The chef even made an Eton Mess for me so that I could indulge in a pudding. And the cherry on the cake - Cru had oak milk so I could enjoy a lovey coffee to finish off the evening. We will definitely be returning - great food, great wine, great atmosphere and exceptional customer service.
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