# The Cove in Fairlight, Hastings — Reviews & Opening Hours > The Cove in Fairlight — Restaurant in Hastings with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.5/5 from 326 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/east-sussex/restaurants/the-cove-in-fairlight (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Restaurant 🐾 Dogs Welcome # The Cove in Fairlight Fairlight, East Sussex [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=9267459222006082546&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [The Cove](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/101201975442599447127) **In short:** The Cove in Fairlight is a restaurant in East Sussex, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 326 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating and dogs welcome. Details checked 7 October 2026 · source: Google Places ## About The Cove in Fairlight The Cove sits on Waites Lane in Fairlight and serves fish and chips, burgers and Sunday roast. The restaurant holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5. It takes bookings, accommodates groups and welcomes dogs. Live music plays on Thursdays. A selection of local beers and wines is available. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [The Cove in Fairlight's own website](http://www.thecovefairlight.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** Closed **Tuesday** 4:00 – 10:00 PM **Wednesday** 12:00 – 11:00 PM **Thursday** 12:00 – 11:00 PM **Friday** 12:00 – 11:00 PM **Saturday** 12:00 – 11:00 PM **Sunday** 12:00 – 9:00 PM ## What's nearby - Hair Base next door - Just Country Property Estate Agents next door - Fairlight Village Hall 150m away - St. Peter's Church 200m away - Fairlight Recreation Ground 400m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this restaurant's delicious and well-cooked food, with many highlighting the Sunday roast, fish and chips, and burgers. They also appreciate the cozy atmosphere, often featuring live music on Thursdays, and the wide selection of local beers and wines. Guests mention the staff are friendly, attentive, and provide excellent service. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.5 / 5 (326 reviews) **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** East Sussex Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1679636). [More restaurants in East Sussex](https://staycation.co.uk/east-sussex/restaurants) ★ 4.5 (326 reviews) [Visit official website](http://www.thecovefairlight.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01424 814772](tel:01424814772) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** East Sussex **Plus Code** 9F22VMG7+MJ ### 🏨 Places to stay near East Sussex Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DEast%2BSussex%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/east-sussex/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/east-sussex/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of The Cove in Fairlight? The Cove in Fairlight is open Mon closed; Tue 4pm–10pm; Wed–Sat 12pm–11pm; Sun 12pm–9pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is The Cove in Fairlight any good? The Cove in Fairlight is rated 4.5 out of 5 from 326 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is The Cove in Fairlight dog-friendly? Yes, dogs are allowed at The Cove in Fairlight. ### Can you book a table at The Cove in Fairlight? Yes, The Cove in Fairlight takes reservations. ### How do I contact The Cove in Fairlight? 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