The Union

4.8

1145 Reviews

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

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2 people

Dec 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighborhood gem

The Union is a contemporary restaurant and bar set in a beautiful 15th century building in the heart of Rye. Our menu is made up of small and large plates which we recommend sharing across the table. Our team will be on hand to guide you through your visit.

Our food is guided by the seasons and our menu is ingredient led so changes based on what we have available to us. We primarily use British produce and work with local suppliers to ensure we always source the very best ingredients we can get our hands on.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Contemporary British, Modern European, Wine Bar
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon, Tue, Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
01797 229289
Website
https://www.theunionrye.co.uk/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Mariana Cogo

Location
8 East Street, Rye, East Sussex TN31 7JY
Neighborhood
Rye
Cross street
High Street, Rye
Parking details
Street parking is available on our road (East Street), as well as anywhere along the High Street (within easy walking distance to us). A 2hr stay costs 80p and parking tickets are available from a machine or via the RingGo app. Parking fares apply Mon-Sun 9am-6pm.
Public transit
We are situated 5 minutes walk from Rye train station and bus stops servicing the local area.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wine

What 1,145 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

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East Sussex
Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Service
East Sussex
Best Value
East Sussex
Innovative
East Sussex
Good for groups
East Sussex
Great for creative cocktails
East Sussex
Healthy
East Sussex
Neighborhood gem
East Sussex
Great for fine wines
East Sussex
Romantic
East Sussex
Good for special occasions
East Sussex
Vegetarian-friendly
East Sussex
Lively
East Sussex
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Union in Rye is a delightful dining destination known for its "exceptional" service and "absolutely outstanding" food. The menu features creative sharing plates with highlights like the "best lemon sole" and lamb chops. Guests appreciate the cozy atmosphere, knowledgeable staff, and a well-curated wine list, making it a must-visit.

1,145 Reviews

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Lou
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely delicious! One of our favourite meals of the year. Wonderful staff too. Highly recommended.
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Eva
London
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I’ve been 5 times and always had the best time! Dave is fantastic and the food is phenomenal. Will always recommend!
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David
East Sussex
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely restaurant with attentive but not overbearing staff and sensational food (sharing plates and mains). Great attention to detail but not overly showy. Will return.
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Alice
East Sussex
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a really lovely meal of small plates between us. The service was warm and friendly. Can't wait to go back!
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Nick
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sensational. A wonderful place with wonderful food. The company was barely able to compete!
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John
London
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The union is the best restaurant in Rye. Ben Walgate is one of the finest winemakers/palates in England. Combine the two in the vast theatre that is the Winery and you have a recipe for a spectacular evening. Which we were privileged to participate.
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claire
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent meal; delicious food, tasty cocktails and great service from Dave and the team! Will be coming back again!
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Stella
Brighton
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We had such a nice experience celebrating my partner’s meal with family and friends. The staff were very hospitable and friendly, the food was delicious, and the ambience was good - not too loud, and we had a private dining room. Highly recommend and would definitely come back! Thank you team Union x
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Millie
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had the most gorgeous dinner. All the staff were lively especially Olivia who took really good care of us and helped us debone our fish perfectly. Couldn’t recommend enough
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Katherine
Gloucestershire
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cosy historic restaurant. Delicious seasonal small plates. Friendly and knowledgable service.
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FAQs

The Union is rated 4.8 stars by 1145 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Dec 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

8 East Street, Rye, East Sussex TN31 7JY

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Additional information

Cross street
High Street, Rye
Neighborhood
Rye
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon, Tue, Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Contemporary British, Modern European, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street parking is available on our road (East Street), as well as anywhere along the High Street (within easy walking distance to us). A 2hr stay costs 80p and parking tickets are available from a machine or via the RingGo app. Parking fares apply Mon-Sun 9am-6pm.
Public transit
We are situated 5 minutes walk from Rye train station and bus stops servicing the local area.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Mariana Cogo
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wine

Website
https://www.theunionrye.co.uk/
Phone number
01797 229289

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