La Locanda Del Duca
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A fabulous evening had here for a friend's 70th. It wasn't a problem for me to ask for a fish without onion or garlic...and I had a beautiful piece of salmon in a brandy and cream sauce. The restaurant was packed but the staff were so helpful and attentive. No over loud music either which meant we could here each other talk. Definitely coming back-delicious
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We came here for an evening meal on a Saturday. The service was quick, efficient and friendly. The food was wonderful, I had King prawns for a starter and Ravioli for main, they were both delicious. Prices were absolutely fair. It was a very busy evening, at least 3 birthday parties going on, with a lovely family atmosphere.
It was a little noisy and busy for me, but being a Saturday evening at such a popular restaurant I should have realised that would be the case!I shall definitely eat here again but maybe on a weekday or a lunchtime.
The toilets were spotlessly clean.
It was a little noisy and busy for me, but being a Saturday evening at such a popular restaurant I should have realised that would be the case!I shall definitely eat here again but maybe on a weekday or a lunchtime.
The toilets were spotlessly clean.
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We visited with six friends who all used to live in Spain. We had previously eaten at this restaurant before and enjoyed it so much we recommended it for the reunion dinner and it did not disappoint. The food, service and surroundings were excellent and we had a lovely evening and our friends all agreed. Excellent value. Thank you.
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Thursday night dinner the salads sea bass are to die for ambiance and atmosphere are wonderful if you live in the area or just visiting Eastbourne this is a must eat venue best sea bass I've ever had brilliant service and a reasonable price could not fault anything wonderful evening
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Have eaten here several times before and always found the staff helpful and friendly.
Quality fare, without breaking the bank.Super starters of minestrone and calamari.
Steaks were perfectly done. The calves liver with bacon melted in the mouth. All came with vegetables, but the extra we ordered, the deep fried battered thin slices of courgette was fantastic.Decent range of desserts, and wine list.
Deserves it's excellent rating.
Quality fare, without breaking the bank.Super starters of minestrone and calamari.
Steaks were perfectly done. The calves liver with bacon melted in the mouth. All came with vegetables, but the extra we ordered, the deep fried battered thin slices of courgette was fantastic.Decent range of desserts, and wine list.
Deserves it's excellent rating.
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If you like real Italian food in a buzzy setting, La Locanda should fit the bill perfectly. Food is great and reasonably priced. Good wine list. Service attentive. Happy Birthday singalongs with cake can be discretely arranged. If you are in a group and people want to pay individually (in my experience this can sometimes end in tears) guests are given a number and staff do the rest. A really nice place.
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We turned up without a reservation on a Monday night and found the place busy. They found us a table OK. Staff were rushed, but kept in good humour and remained friendly and attentive. Food was good. Will visit again.
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My wife and I have used this restaurant for many years without complaint. The food is cooked to a very high standard by a skilled staff under the direction of the Italian restaurant owner. We recommend with confidence. Booking is essential.
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Our host chose this lovely local authentic Italian restaurant for us to eat lunch. He's a regular diner, and hoped we'd enjoy it too. The nearly 90 year old gentleman in question is our former deputy head teacher from more than 50 years ago! It was a brief reunion for him, and my wife and myself. We chose the fixed price menu of 3 courses. In short it was the most appetisingly presented and wonderfully tasty food we have eaten in ages. The kitchen and owners have shown absolute attention to detail, making the experience perfect. The dishes looked beautiful on the plate, and the flavour and quality matched our already kindled expectations. We can assume that if this is how the fixed price menu is delivered, then the a la carte must be sublime. In fact our host assured us the quality is always great. Our old friend and host Johnnie J was so relieved that we loved La Locanda. We are planning another trip to Eastbourne and a return visit to this gem of a restaurant. Top marks in every respect.
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Authentic and very good Italian restaurant with friendly waiters and proprietor. Cannot fault the food in any way and I have been there many times
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I haven't eaten here but it is next door to the Pomodoro and I believe is is their "sister" restaurant. It is a little quieter from the look of it and much smaller than the Pomodoro. However I think that it uses the same waiters and the same kitchen so its bound to be good.
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Very tasty Italian food. Extremely busy Saturday evening, but the staff coped with it well. Unfortunately we were next to the stairwell descending to the toilets.
Friendly and attentive staff.
Highly recommended, except if you are looking for a quieter location.
Friendly and attentive staff.
Highly recommended, except if you are looking for a quieter location.
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Arriving at a busy time and not having prebooked, it was pleasing to be met with such a charming welcome and later such good service.
In addition to the extensive a la carte options, a standard three course range of food was available at a very reasonable fixed price. I availed myself of the latter.The quality of each dish was excellent and the impressive main course (the salmon was the choice here for me) was accompanied by a pleasing side dish of vegetables.
Dining alone I took wine only by the glass (good value) and enjoyed a grappa as a finale.The restaurant was clean, the tables set out well and the service sublime.
In addition to the extensive a la carte options, a standard three course range of food was available at a very reasonable fixed price. I availed myself of the latter.The quality of each dish was excellent and the impressive main course (the salmon was the choice here for me) was accompanied by a pleasing side dish of vegetables.
Dining alone I took wine only by the glass (good value) and enjoyed a grappa as a finale.The restaurant was clean, the tables set out well and the service sublime.
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We had a nice bank holiday lunch here. So much choice, plus a set menu, all really tasty and good sized portions. Attentive staff.
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Delicious food, very polite staff giving perfect recommendations, great value for money, the place is very clean and well looked after.
We will definitely come back.
Thank you for our lovely meals.
We will definitely come back.
Thank you for our lovely meals.
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True Italian fare in an Eastbourne restaurant, authentic food served to perfection by helpful and pleasant staff. A real gem.
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We went at lunchtime when it was fairly quiet, it was my first visit and I have to say I will definately go again. The food was excellent and service very good. Good variety on the menu and well presented. Comfortable and clean a great place to bring friends.
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Friendly staff ,excellent food. We had a fanrastic dinner here.Everyone was helpful and friendly.
I would strongly recomnend the Calves liver which was cooked to a perfection.
I would strongly recomnend the Calves liver which was cooked to a perfection.
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I had Saturday lunch with parents and sister. La Locanda Del Duca offers a very good set menu, one for weekday dining and one for weekend at £19.95. We all opted for the set menu as it's very varied. Bread and olives are provided too. We started with smoked salmon, tricolore and prawn cocktail. Although this is a set menu portion size and quality is exceptional. We followed with liver & bacon and the salmon served in a delicate brandy and cream sauce. Again portions are generous and beautifully cooked fresh veg (cauliflower, broccoli, carrots, new potatoes, roast potatoes) is included. We thoroughly enjoyed everything and only one of our number made it through to the dessert, ice cream. The restaurant is large but well spaced tables, proper napkins and gleaming table wear. Service is very friendly, attentive but not intrusive and efficient and at one point the owner came by each table to see how we were. We had a fabulous time and will be back as soon as we can.
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I'm not easy to please so I wanted to say how impressed I am with this Italian Restaurant- made me very comfortable as a solo eater - the staff very pleasant and the food was excellent. I have to admit I didn't expect this and was pleasantly surprised.
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Very up market nice setting best meal we have in eastbourne slnce we moved to north harbour. Every thing was perfect. And we have had a lot of meals out
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Really good food and good choice whether you want something light or more substantial. The staff were very friendly and efficient. I would definately return when I'm next in Eastbourne. Far nicer than the usual Italian chains in town. The complimentry limoncello at the end of the meal was a very nice end to a very nice meal.
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The restaurant was not busy at 5.45 but it gradually filled and the service was friendly and food excellent, so do not hesitate ti recommend it.
We had plenty of time to enjoy our food before a short stroll to the theatre, very impressed that our waitress noticed our tickets in my shirt pocket and gave us the discount which was an additional bonus.
We had plenty of time to enjoy our food before a short stroll to the theatre, very impressed that our waitress noticed our tickets in my shirt pocket and gave us the discount which was an additional bonus.
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totally love the food and what a surprise! will revisit again next time we are in Eastbourne. Friendly staff and lots of choices from the menu
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Visited here few days ago and I had a great time,lovely pizza with great topping,exactly how I want it,great staff,recommended.
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