The Coconut Island - (Near East Sussex, South East)

Christabel Charrington Loved this venue for a sophisticated hen party!! We recently hired the Venetian room at the Ardington Hotel to celebrate a hen party in the afternoon and we were so impressed with the venue and service. Richard was very helpful and professional in the run up to the event!! Any queries or concerns were addressed promptly and Richard went over and above to accommodate. On the day the staff looking after us were very attentive and gave us a fantastic service. The food was delicious and we were able to decorate the room prior to the event which really helped. We had a lovely afternoon celebrating our friends hen party with our own music playlist, crafts and hen party games. I would absolutely recommend this venue for an afternoon hen party or similar event!! Thank you Richard, Simon and your fabulous team!! best wishes Chris ps. We didnt stay overnight so couldnt comment on the rooms.

Shona Steel We came for a family meal to celebrate an 18th birthday. The food was nothing short of incredible with a good variety of things to appeal to everyone. We had someone with a soy intolerance and they bent over backwards to try and accommodate them. The service was excellent, warm and friendly. The cocktails alone are worth trying this restaurant for. They are spectacular and so much fun to experience. We went on a Friday night, when they have a live dj, and the music was a little too loud to make conversation easily, so Id probably go on a weeknight in future for more intimate occasions and weekends if you are up for a more lively night out.

K&J Ordered the Veggie platter for one and two of us could not finish it! Delicious flavours, fast and no frills. Small, busy and buzzing - perfect Saturday night vibe in Brighton.

Judy Gordon Bought this baguette for a friend who said it was mouth-wateringly delicious. Freshly made and wrapped in clingfilm to keep it fresh for later (on request). Fabulous. There were many options of bread to choose from but went for the baguette this visit.

Mat Read Staying nearby last minute and had a quick peek at the options. This came out top. And why? Because it’s the best!! It was busy so the food took a while but totally worth it. Best coffee I’ve ever had. Top, top tier breakfast. Keep being amazing. Lovely.

Erika Goldsbrough Fab staff, always helpful and friendly. Its one of our fave spots for a bite to eat... always add jalapeños!!!