The Star Inn Alfriston

My partner and I took our first venture to the Star on Sunday and we were treated to a wonderful experience. The food was exceptional and the accompanying Pomerol was excellent, and considering it’s a hotel and restaurant, I thought sensibly priced. (We own a wine business and believe me, this was spot on) The service was impeccable throughout from Theresa and her team, and the ambience was perfect. I also have to say that the espresso that I had was the best I’ve tasted outside of Italy. Maybe Alex’s heritage created that! In fact, you could feel her attention to detail throughout. We plan to return with friends and we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend the Star to our friends in Rye

We had a wonderful stay. Staff were amazing from the moment we arrived in the car park until the moment we left. Room was comfortable and fulfilled all our needs. Food was excellent and service second to none. Even our dog was given the five star treatment. Location nestling in the South Downs and historic Alfriston recommended.

Turned up early evening and sat in courtyard waiting to be served. After 15 minutes had not been approached or acknowledged by staff. After another 5 minutes guests who arrived after us had their order taken. As the waiter left them another table waved at him and asked if they could have drinks as they had been waiting. We gave up and went inside into the bar. Asked to see the cocktail menu but they couldn't find one. In the end we negotiated a drink and sat at a table. Whilst there I saw one of the bar staff make a long cocktail drink. Unbelievably I watched her remove one of the straws in the glass and put it in her mouth to taste the drink. All straws put in glasses of drink are with unwashed hands. £50 for 4 pints of beer and one cocktail. Staff unprofessional and absolutely gave the wrong impression of what we had been informed was a top quality establishment.