A resource guide to Hastings, East Sussex, England. It features the best local attractions, bars, B&Bs, cafes, restaurants, shops plus live music venues, festivals, local history and the best roads to live on. Part of the South Coast Guide (est. 2009).

Aug 2026: Brewing Brothers Celebrates 10th Anniversary

In 2016 Charlie & Ned Braxton (the Brewing Brothers) converted the Imperial into a brewhouse and pizzeria along with co-founders head brewer Billy Eriksson and Italian chef Dan Caldieraro. This was followed by a large brewery and tap room in 2021 and a Folkestone restaurant in 2023. Ned and Charlie’s father is the antiques expert (and author) James Braxton. 
The Imperial, 119 Queens Road, TN34 1RL map

Aug 2026: George Street General Stores opens in Old Town

When Penbuckles moved to St Leonards-on-Sea it looked the Old Town had lost its deli. Luckily, on a visit to Hastings, Anthony of the General Store (est. 2021) noticed a nearby  empty shop (previously Turn the Tide) and decided to open a second branch. It is next to the Old Pawn Shop.  
George Street General Stores, 24 George Street, TN34 3EA

Other Summer openings in TN34 include include 
The At Sea gift shop
The Galleria cafe
The Oh My Days Costumes and antiques shop

For more openings please visit our extensive What's New in Hastings and What’s New in St Leonards guides.

Roof Top Bar reopens.
The Observer Roof Top Bar has reopened for 2026. Bar & pizzas by Bunka. Henners wine bar. Open Friday - Sunday from 12pm. Close to Hasting station.
Observer Building, 53 Cambridge Road, TN34 1DT map

Hastings pub under new owners.
The Fountain (est. 1889) has been bought from Shepherd Neame by local resident Paul (known as Mirror Ball Paul due to his business) and repainted. Mirror ball themes on all floors of the building.
The Fountain, 93 Queens Road, TN34 1RL map

Popular Greek restaurant returns to Queens Road  
Tsipouradiko - meze, bar and all day brunch. 
Open Tues-Sat 12:00-20:00
Chef/Owner: Thanasis
Founded by Stuart & Debbie.
2nd entrance in St Andrews Mews.
Pickled, 191 Queens Road, TN34 1RG map

The Beacon is now open Friday - Sunday. 
Summer pop-up by Alfie of Suppa@Beacon:
Friday & Saturday Garden Grill. 
Sunday roast (indoors & out)
The Beacon, 67-68 St Mary's Terrace, TN34 3LS (grey road on map)

Old Town restaurant celebrates its first year
Owner/manager: Jo Cosson & owner/chef: Lee Cosson (ex-Balfour/Gallivant) are opening a Modern British restaurant in a delightful C17 house in the Old Town next to the Thai. Expect Modern British classic like Rye Bay scallops, Ox Cheek and Guiness Pie, Aged Ribeye Steak & more.
Booh, 31 George Street, Hastings Old Town. TN34 3EA map

New Town restaurant celebrates its first year 
Lury is a set menu-only restaurant that combines British and Sri Lankan influences. It is run by husband and wife duo Jack Lury and Issy Cianchi. Jack is a Michelin trained chef who has worked at some of the country’s top restaurants followed by an extensive career as a private chef cooking for A-list celebrities, heads of state & members of the Royal Family. After a series of pop-ups in South East London he is opening his own restaurant.
Lury Restaurant, 8 Cambridge Road, Hastings, TN34 1DJ map