Best Lunch Restaurants in Cranbrook

10 restaurants available nearby

1. Water Lane

4.7

Exceptional(137)

Price: Expensive

• European • Hawkhurst

Water Lane is a restaurant based within a working market garden in the High Weald of Kent. Guided by the seasons, our menu reflects its sense of place in the English countryside where we grow our own vegetables and use local suppliers. Our ever changing menu is simple but prepared with imagination and care by our Head Chef Jed Wrobel and his team.The Good Food Guide 2023 describes us as 'A contender for one of the most charming eateries in Kent, it's pretty much impossible to resist the lure of this rural restaurant tucked away in a delightful walled garden...' We are open Friday to Sunday 10am - 4.30pm, serving breakfast 10am to 11.30am and lunch 12pm - 3pm. We serve dinner on Friday and Saturday evenings between 6pm - 8.30pm. Our restaurant is currently located in the Carnation House glasshouse. We welcome well behaved dogs on a leash in our garden.

2. The Queens Inn

4.7

Exceptional(562)

Price: Moderate

• British • Cranbrook

Booked 4 times today

Welcome to The Queens Inn. A stylish pub, restaurant and hotel with a wood-burning fireplace, as well as a beer garden, a deep history of smugglers and a Georgian ballroom. Fresh, locally sourced ingredients are combined, expertly cooked and served in our stylish, yet welcoming surroundings. Our meals are our pride and joy. We have a passion for creating a complete dining experience. We take the time to prepare our food from wholesome produce for our guests - no fast food, no corner cutting and are confident you’ll find it well worth waiting for. Our menus show flair and imagination; never sacrificing taste and satisfaction. Our chef is committed to supporting local businesses and produce: Moon’s Green, Wealden Smokery, Park Farm butchers, Maws Fine Foods-Hawkhurst, Bodiam ice-cream to name but a few.

3. The Star and Eagle Goudhurst

4.5

Awesome(236)

Price: Moderate

• European • Goudhurst

Nestling in the heart of the beautiful Kentish Weald-the Garden of England, the Star and Eagle Hotel is located in the village of Goudhurst. Standing over 400ft above sea level, there are outstanding views of the surrounding orchards and hop gardens for which the area is renowned. Dating back to the 14th century, the Star and Eagle has played a significant role in the local history, and was once reputed to have been an ancient monastery. Relics of the vaulted stonework of the period are still visible in some parts of the building. During the 18th century the Inn became the headquarters of the "Hawkhurst Gang", who robbed and terrorised the surrounding district, and planned smuggling raids. Today, behind its attractive timbered gables, the Star and Eagle offers all the comfort and facilities of a 20th century hotel with the charm and atmosphere of a bygone era. Open throughout the year, the Star and Eagle is less than three miles off the main A21 road with easy access.

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4. The Poet at Matfield

4.8

Exceptional(3042)

Price: Expensive

• British • Tunbridge Wells

Booked 12 times today

The Poet offers an informal yet refined dining experience in the heart of the Kent countryside. Set in a charismatic 16th century building, diners can expect food of the highest standards, made using the finest local and seasonal produce and lovingly prepared by a small team of chefs led by Head Chef & Director Lee Adams. In addition to the food, we offer a selection of fine wines, quirky cocktails, and have a collection of over 25 craft gins available.World War I poet Siegfried Sassoon lived in Matfield and is the inspiration behind our name. Sassoon was awarded the Military Cross for "conspicuous gallantry" and later won acclaim for his writing. We're pretty sure he would have loved our food too!A warm welcome awaits diners from General Manager and Director Tom Haacke and his team. We look forward to seeing you!Please be aware we do not cater for the vegan diet. Late cancellations - £20 per person.

5. Frankies Farmshop

4.6

Exceptional(193)

Price: Moderate

• English • Staplehurst

Booked 18 times today

Frankie's Farmshop is open for indoor dining in our beautiful new restaurant, outdoors when the weather is good as well as for groceries, beautiful gifts & cards, plants & flowers.

6. Stilebridge

4.7

Exceptional(334)

Price: Expensive

• Gastro Pub • Maidstone

Booked 2 times today

Welcome to The Stile Bridge, we have recently re-opened under new ownership and management following our sister restaurant "The Poet at Matfield".We serve food lunch and dinner from Tuesday to Sunday, serving drinks & Bar snacks all day.We source all our produce locally, finding inspiration from South America, Asia, South Africa and Europe to bring together a "New World" menu with Wines from across the earth to compliment your meal.

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7. The Curlew Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(41)

Price: Expensive

• British • Bodiam

Booked 1 time today

The Curlew in Bodiam, a former 17th century Coaching Inn has reopened it's doors as a gastro pub in September 2023. Serving a variety of British and european classics with locally sourced produce. Situated right on the way to the historical Bodiam Castle it's the perfect stop for lunch, dinner or a drink in the garden.For live updates follow us on Facebook: The Curlew - BodiamWe look forward to welcoming you!

8. The West House

4.9

Exceptional(1390)

Price: Very Expensive

• European • Biddenden

Biddenden in Kent is home to a small, family-run restaurant. Housed in a 15th Century weaver's cottage, The West House Restaurant is one of only a few restaurants in Kent to hold a Michelin star. The Good Food Guide said of this Kent restaurant... “Respondents continue in their enthusiasm for Graham Garrett’s cuisine: ‘great intensity of flavours, fabulous textures.’ as one reader put it."

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9. The Print House Tenterden

4.6

Exceptional(90)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Tenterden

Booked 3 times today

THE INNThe Print House is a cosy, friendly 16th Century Inn with six newly refurbished bedrooms with quirky boho decor. Situated in the medieval town of Tenterden, known as the Jewel of the Weald, with its historic buildings and wealth of Independent Shops, Steam Trains, Chapel Down and Gusbourne Vineyards within close proximity.. INSIDE THE INNThe Bar/ Restaurant serves Contemporary English Cuisine with a Twist to enjoy with the many wines and beers on tap. The Caxton Lounge with deep velvet sofas, cosy chairs and wood burning stove is where to indulge in coffee, home made cakes and/or take afternoon tea on those chilly days. There is a walled garden to enjoy.Our Chef Martin Elliot is well known for his flair for British Cuisine with a twist of something a just little different. Our ingredients are fresh and local as possible. We use free-range produce and seek out top-quality meat, fish and vegetables from our local butchers, fishmongers,

A photo of The Loose Chequers restaurant

10. The Loose Chequers

4.3

Awesome(25)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Maidstone

Booked 9 times today

The Loose Chequers is a former 17th century coaching inn. We serve classic pub food and fantastic steaks from our local butcher. Every Friday we have live music in the evening from 8pm. Our range of menus means we can cater for large bookings of over 100 and we regularly do events of this nature.

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Ian
San Francisco Bay Area •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Great birthday lunch, great service and a real desire to give an enjoyable memorable experience! Would recommend and will no doubt return at some point!
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The Poet at MatfieldPrice: Expensive• British• Tunbridge Wells
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4.8
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SophieVIP
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
It’s my favourite place . I absolutely love it . The unique setting and delicious food are just perfect .
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Water LanePrice: Expensive• European• Hawkhurst
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4.7
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Philippa
Kent •1 review
5.0
Dined on 20 Dec 2024
Would highly recommend Frankies. Been to eat there a few times now and the food is very enjoyable and the setting is very welcome and the staff very helpful.
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Frankies FarmshopPrice: Moderate• English• Staplehurst
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4.6
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Derek
Kent •1 review
5.0
Dined on 10 Dec 2024
My wife and I had a beautiful meal All the staff were very friendly and the food was great for both of us. I had their burger and the wife had cod and chips. Both perfect.
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The Queens InnPrice: Moderate• British• Cranbrook
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4.7
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Jeremy
Kent •1 review
5.0
Dined on 1 Dec 2024
A good and welcoming place to eat. Relaxed lunch with good and helpful staff with some very good food. Highly recommended.
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The Star and Eagle GoudhurstPrice: Moderate• European• Goudhurst
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4.5

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10 restaurants available nearby

1. Water Lane

2. The Queens Inn

3. The Star and Eagle Goudhurst

4. The Poet at Matfield

5. Frankies Farmshop

6. Stilebridge

7. The Curlew Restaurant

8. The West House

9. The Print House Tenterden

10. The Loose Chequers

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