
Albion Hastings
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About Albion Hastings
Albion Hastings sits on George St in the Old Town, built in 1730 and still fitted with original 1940s Younger's of Edinburgh brewery panelling and tartan, one of the only such interiors remaining in Britain. Pies are made fresh daily, with steak and ale, shepherd's, and chicken and leek among the choices, alongside more than one vegan option and sides of braised cabbage, mash, and a choice of gravies. Macaroni cheese is also on the menu. Ales are sourced locally, with a guest ale changing weekly. Live music, including a folk jam session, features regularly, and the tartan-covered walls carry through the room's brewery character. Dogs are welcome throughout. The kitchen runs set hours across the week, shorter on Saturdays and Sundays, drawing a mix of regulars and diners to the seafront bar.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingPaid parking lot · Paid street parking · Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, restroom
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention steak and ale pie, chicken and leek pie, live folk music and vegan and vegetarian pies.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention steak and ale pie, chicken and leek pie, live folk music and vegan and vegetarian pies.
Customer Review Summary
The homemade pies dominate nearly every review, with the steak and ale pie and shepherd's pie singled out as tender and flaky, and the chicken, ham and leek pie praised alongside sides like braised cabbage and mash. Vegan and vegetarian pie options draw repeated approval, and the macaroni cheese and lemon and pistachio cheesecake also earn mentions. Close behind the food, service stands out, with staff and one named server described as friendly, quick, and attentive even when busy, and one visitor highlighted the landlady's warmth. Live music, whether folk or an impromptu jam session, and the tartan decorated interior add to the atmosphere reviewers describe. One diner's main complaint was a mackerel and beetroot salad that arrived as mostly bagged leaves with little mackerel for its price, despite finding everything else, including the pies, fairly priced and plentiful. Several reviewers say they returned repeatedly for the pies during their stay in Hastings.
Customer Review Summary
The homemade pies dominate nearly every review, with the steak and ale pie and shepherd's pie singled out as tender and flaky, and the chicken, ham and leek pie praised alongside sides like braised cabbage and mash. Vegan and vegetarian pie options draw repeated approval, and the macaroni cheese and lemon and pistachio cheesecake also earn mentions. Close behind the food, service stands out, with staff and one named server described as friendly, quick, and attentive even when busy, and one visitor highlighted the landlady's warmth. Live music, whether folk or an impromptu jam session, and the tartan decorated interior add to the atmosphere reviewers describe. One diner's main complaint was a mackerel and beetroot salad that arrived as mostly bagged leaves with little mackerel for its price, despite finding everything else, including the pies, fairly priced and plentiful. Several reviewers say they returned repeatedly for the pies during their stay in Hastings.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“What a great atmosphere in Hastings! I love the typical local food, the quality of the dishes, and the service. I’ve heard they also have live music. I really like the tartans decorating the walls, too.”
- Google user
“Excellent pub in Hastings, good food, cater for Vegans/Vegetarian.”
- Google user
“Best pie dishes, generous portions, friendly team and great service. Went almost everyday for lunch when in Hastings!”
- Google user
“Everything about this place is great, apart from the salad 🤷♀️ I had a mackerel and beetroot salad with horseradish sauce but it was just a bag of mixed leaves with probably not even a handful of mackerel and maybe a singular beetroot for £13. Everyone else’s pies etc were lovely and delicious and fairly priced and plentiful but sadly felt short changed by the salad. Xxx”
- Google user
“If I could give 6 stars I would! The pies were outstanding & the Albion is a very modist pub, where you have fish & chip shops all over town claiming there the best, the Albion does no such thing & they probably are the best in old town & new! Even better was the impromptu Jam session by ear appeared to be local musicians, unless this is a weekly occurrence on a Tuesday evening (as we ourselves aren't locals) simply topped off an incredible night. Finally the staff were friendly & super attentive given the business of the pub! One server even went to confirm the spice blend they used for their vegan pie (& yes they have 2 choices of vegan pies & more of vegetarian pies too!). Over all a 10/10 visit & will definitely be going again if ever we revisit, more to the point we'll be recommending it to anyone who visits Hastings in the future!”
Highlights
“Built in 1730, with original 1940's Youger's of Edinborough brewery panelling & tartan, one of the only remaining in Britain. You can find the Albion situated on the sea front & the very popular George street, old town. The Albion is famous for... Homemade pies- using locally sourced ingredients, which changes with the seasons. Beer- All our ales are kept local, This helps to support our local brewers, our guest ale changes weekly & they taste great! Kitchen opening times: Monday to Friday // 12 - 3 / 6 - 8.30 Saturday // 12 - 8.00 Sun// 12 - 6.30”
- Bar games
- Great beer selection
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Live performances
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Paid parking lot
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
Show more amenities
- Dine-in
- Food at bar
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Beer
- Dancing
- Offerings· 6
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Food
- Free water refills
- Hard liquor
- Wine
- Parking· 2
- Paid street parking
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
- Highlights· 5
- Bar games
- Great beer selection
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Live performances
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Atmosphere· 2
- Casual
- Trendy
- Dining options· 3
- Outside food allowed
- Seating
- Table service
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Crowd· 3
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Accessibility· 1
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Location
Bars near Albion Hastings
- The Dolphin Inn4.61,0440.3 mi£10–20Reservations
fish and chips, cask ales selection, monday fish n chip night deal
- The Ash Tree Inn4.74659.7 mi away
pork belly with crackling, chips, lamb pie
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albion HastingsReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.51,463 | — | £10–20 | steak and ale pie, chicken and leek pie, live folk music |
| The Dolphin InnReservations | 4.61,044 | 0.3 mi | £10–20 | fish and chips, cask ales selection, monday fish n chip night deal |
| The Ash Tree Inn | 4.7465 | 9.7 mi away | — | pork belly with crackling, chips, lamb pie |
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