Guidebook for Eastbourne
Food Scene
Old Dave's Gourmet Burger Co.
89 South StGreat reviews. Friendly staff. Vegetarian options
Ashoka
28-30 Cornfield RdHighly thought of Indian eating place. We go there
On the Road where Lewis Carroll wrote some of Alice in Wonderland - which is celebrated in the restaurant
43 locals recommend
Pizza Express
107 Church RdOn the Road where Lewis Carroll wrote some of Alice in Wonderland - which is celebrated in the restaurant
Nelson Coffee
15 Terminus RdThe real deal re coffee and tea. Proper preparation and great staff
Little Elephant Thai Restaurant
55 Grove RdAll the Thai places are good - this is the nearest
Yummi Noodle Bar
Really great Thai fast food
Solo Pasta
39 Cornfield RdGood local reputation
Zizzi Eastbourne
3 Bolton RdNever had a bad meal here - consistent and reliable
Prezzo Italian Restaurant Eastbourne
1 Upperton RdSolid performer in the pizza and pasta stakes
You can go to the Great Hall at the end of the main corridor. Order tea, coffee and hot chocolate and then marvel at what appears. £1 or 2 more expensive than the chains in town but a real treat
8 locals recommend
Grand Hotel
King Edward's ParadeYou can go to the Great Hall at the end of the main corridor. Order tea, coffee and hot chocolate and then marvel at what appears. £1 or 2 more expensive than the chains in town but a real treat
It's callled Miss Walls Back Garden - a vegetarian, vegan coffee shop and light meals delight. Great music too
52 Grove Rd
52 Grove RoadIt's callled Miss Walls Back Garden - a vegetarian, vegan coffee shop and light meals delight. Great music too
Tea and Interiors - does what it says on the tin and also does coffee. Graham is a great host
33 South St
33 South StreetTea and Interiors - does what it says on the tin and also does coffee. Graham is a great host
Barley Sugar Delicatessen & Restaurant
1 Cornfield TerraceAlso a deli
Favoloso Cafe
19-25 Carlisle RdOld school ice cream parlour. Also serves food and coffee/tea
Sightseeing
Eastbourne Pier
Grand ParadeGreat pier
Wish Tower
5 King Edward's ParadeAlso has coffee shop nearby with great view
The Pavilion
Royal ParadeOften has museum type exhibitions re the history of the locale
St Saviour's Church
South StreetIconic Church Building - Sometimes open. Also a classical music venue
Rare example of Byzantine style church architecture. Great if open - but still striking if not
All Souls Church, Eastbourne
Susans RoadRare example of Byzantine style church architecture. Great if open - but still striking if not
Eastbourne Redoubt
Royal ParadeHuge place
Arts & Culture
Towner Art Gallery
College RoadHas free exhibits, shop and a really good coffee shop
Drinks & Nightlife
Lot of top class tribute acts on Friday and Saturday night during the May - Oct period
22 locals recommend
Eastbourne Bandstand
Grand ParadeLot of top class tribute acts on Friday and Saturday night during the May - Oct period
Essentials
Tesco Express
Grove RoadGood stock range
Co-op Food - Eastbourne
25-29 Cornfield Rd