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ASK Italian - Lewes

Italian RestaurantsLewes, ENG

4.4 out of 5 stars4.4(1,025 reviews)

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+44 1273 019090
186 High St, Lewes BN7 1XX, United Kingdom

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About ASK Italian - Lewes

On 186 High St, ASK Italian brings its long, stone-baked pizzas to Lewes alongside a menu of classic pastas and entrees. The kitchen also turns out Risotto Con Funghi and Nduja & Cheese Dough Bites, with Garlic Bread and Italian Olives among the starters, and Sticky Coffee Pudding to close. The full menu runs to 59 dishes. A private dining room is available for groups, and a braille menu is offered at the table. The restaurant opens daily, and dogs are welcome inside.

Good to know

  • Reservations
    Accepts reservations
  • Parking
    Paid parking lot · Paid street parking · Somewhat difficult to find a space
  • Accessibility
    Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating · Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Good for kids
    Good for kids · Has changing table(s) · High chairs available
  • Dietary
    Serves vegan dishes · Serves vegetarian dishes

Menu & Prices

59 dishes · mains £9–16
  • Risotto Con Funghi£15.95
  • Insalata All'italiana£15.50
  • Sticky Coffee Pudding£8.50
  • Italian Olives
  • Garlic Bread
  • Nduja & Cheese Dough Bites
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Reviews

4.4/5
1,025 reviews

What reviewers say

Reviewers most often mention speedy service, clean restaurant, pasta dishes and vegetarian menu options.

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Customer Review Summary

Reviewers consistently highlight the service and hospitality as the main draw, with staff repeatedly described as friendly, attentive, and welcoming across both lunch and dinner visits. The food itself earns steady praise too, with one diner singling out a pasta dish as great and another noting a strong vegetarian selection on the menu. Speed comes up often, with servers noted for quick, efficient service even at busy times, including one large wedding reception for around 40 guests that reviewers said was handled smoothly by the kitchen and bar staff. Cleanliness is mentioned more than once as a plus. Several reviewers say they return regularly or make a longer trip specifically for this branch, and multiple describe it as their favourite. No recurring complaints appear in these accounts. One reviewer closes by recommending the venue for group events after their reception was carried off without issue.

Featured reviews

  • Jessica Neale
    “We had a really lovely dinner here. The food was excellent (my pasta dish was GREAT, big up the kitchen staff) and the atmosphere was calm but not too quiet. Our servers James and Petya made us feel very taken care of and were very welcoming. This is a fantastic branch of ask Italian ❤️”
  • David Savva
    “What a very pleasant day we had. Great location, and was welcomed in to Ask by Kris who gave us a great table and was super friendly and professional. Our food was absolutely perfect and we were served by James our waiter. Really knew his stuff and nothing was to much trouble. 5* service from Kris and James super food and was a lovely touch for our Anniversary. 👍”
  • Daniel Clark
    “We had a fantastic meal, on our first time out in Lewes. Emily, James, and Chris were brilliant. The food was great but the hospitality from the three aforementioned staff really set the tone for the evening. Great food is nothing without the service - and these three really hit the mark. Thank you, thank you, thank you! We will be back soon.”
  • Derek Mepham
    “We visited Ask Lewes, today. Since our local Ask in Tunbridge Wells closed many years ago, this was our visit to Ask since then. We are pleased to say that the menu had a good variety of choices, especially for us being vegetarian. Instantly we walked in the door, Lily greeted us with a smile and a friendly welcome and exceptionally helpful in explaining the menu and the “Ask Perks App.” We think Lily is a credit to Ask and should be considered for employee of the month. She certainly made us want to return.”
  • Mia Fiander
    “My partner and I came for lunch and had a lovely meal. Aaron and Chris were so polite and attentive and had a great sense of humor. Our food came very quickly and we had no complaints! Thanks so much guys”

Hours

Monday
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Highlights

“Modern Italian restaurant chain serving long, stone-baked pizzas, plus classic pastas & entrees.”

  • Serves great coffee
  • Serves great dessert
  • Has great wine list
  • Popular for popular for lunch
  • Popular for popular for dinner
  • Popular for good for solo dining

Amenities

  • Has Wi-Fi
  • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Paid parking lot
  • Accepts reservations
  • Dogs allowed outside
  • Has no-contact delivery
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  • Offers takeaway
  • Serves dine-in
  • Family friendly
  • Serves vegan dishes
  • Has bar on site
  • Casual
Offerings· 14
  • Serves alcohol
  • Serves beer
  • Has braille menu
  • Serves cocktails
  • Serves coffee
  • Has free water refills
  • Serves healthy options
  • Serves late-night food
  • Has private dining room
  • Quick bite
  • Serves small plates
  • Serves spirits
  • Serves vegetarian dishes
  • Serves wine
Dining options· 6
  • Serves brunch
  • Serves lunch
  • Serves dinner
  • Serves dessert
  • Has seating
  • Has table service
Popular for· 3
  • Popular for lunch
  • Popular for dinner
  • Good for solo dining
Crowd· 2
  • Good for groups
  • Popular with tourists
Parking· 2
  • Paid street parking
  • Somewhat difficult to find a space
Planning· 1
  • Dinner reservations recommended
Service options· 2
  • Offers delivery
  • On-site services available
Highlights· 3
  • Serves great coffee
  • Serves great dessert
  • Has great wine list
Facilities· 1
  • Has toilet
Atmosphere· 1
  • Trendy
Accessibility· 2
  • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Family-friendly· 4
  • Good for kids
  • Has changing table(s)
  • High chairs available
  • Has kids' menu

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