# Essence At The Pantiles, Tunbridge Wells — Reviews & Opening Hours > Essence At The Pantiles — Restaurant in Tunbridge Wells with a 4/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.5/5 from 267 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/kent/restaurants/essence-at-the-pantiles (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Restaurant # Essence At The Pantiles Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=234918339236206837&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Essence at The Pantiles by Atul Kochhar](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/102699107577136706167) **In short:** Essence At The Pantiles is a restaurant in Kent, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 267 Google reviews, with a 4/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 9 October 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Essence At The Pantiles Essence on the Pantiles serves Indian cuisine from a location on the Pantiles in Royal Tunbridge Wells. The menu includes vegetarian options alongside other dishes, and a set lunch menu is offered. The restaurant takes bookings and accommodates groups. Cocktails are available. Live music sometimes features. The food hygiene rating is 4 out of 5. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Essence At The Pantiles's own website](https://essencerestaurants.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM **Tuesday** 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM **Wednesday** 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM **Thursday** 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM **Friday** 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 10:30 PM **Saturday** 12:00 – 10:30 PM **Sunday** 12:00 – 4:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM ## What's nearby - The Pantiles next door - Futon Company - Tunbridge Wells 150m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this restaurant's delicious and flavorful Indian cuisine, with many highlighting the exceptional cocktails and diverse menu options, including vegetarian dishes. They also mention the excellent value of the set lunch menu and the elegant, relaxed atmosphere, sometimes enhanced by live music. Guests consistently praise the attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable staff who provide superb service. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.5 / 5 (267 reviews) **Good for children** No **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 4 out of 5 – Good **Destination** Kent Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1696419). [More restaurants in Kent](https://staycation.co.uk/kent/restaurants) ★ 4.5 (267 reviews) [Visit official website](https://essencerestaurants.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01892 362332](tel:01892362332) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Kent **Plus Code** 9F3247G4+7V ### 🏨 Places to stay near Kent Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Yes, Essence At The Pantiles takes reservations. ### How do I contact Essence At The Pantiles? Call Essence At The Pantiles on +44 1892 362332. ## More near Essence At The Pantiles ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [One Warwick Park Hotel ★ 4.4 · 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/royal-tunbridge-wells/hotels/one-warwick-park-hotel) - [Smith And Western ★ 4.2 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/royal-tunbridge-wells/hotels/smith-and-western) - [Aspens B&B ★ 4.1 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/royal-tunbridge-wells/hotels/aspens-b-b) - [Premier Inn Royal Tunbridge Wells ★ 4.1 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/royal-tunbridge-wells/hotels/premier-inn-royal-tunbridge-wells) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Sawmill Cottage next door](https://staycation.co.uk/royal-tunbridge-wells/cottages/sawmill-cottage-m375510) - [Lower Pantiles Apartment next door](https://staycation.co.uk/royal-tunbridge-wells/cottages/lower-pantiles-apartment-m80818) - [The House at One Warwick Park 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/royal-tunbridge-wells/cottages/the-house-at-one-warwick-park-uk35078) - [Elder Cottage 0.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/royal-tunbridge-wells/cottages/elder-cottage-ukc9895) ### Campsites nearby - [Adamswell Scout Campsite ★ 4.5 · 2.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/kent/camping/adamswell-scout-campsite) - [Glamping At Honnington Farm ★ 4.8 · 3.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/camping/glamping-at-honnington-farm) - [Yamp Camp Deer Park ★ 4.6 · 3.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/eridge/camping/yamp-camp-deer-park) - [Caracol Glamping ★ 5.0 · 3.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/camping/caracol-glamping) ### Things to do nearby - [Spa Valley Railway ★ 4.6 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/attractions/spa-valley-railway) - [Grosvenor Park ★ 4.6 · 1.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/attractions/grosvenor-park) - [Tunbridge Wells Sports Centre ★ 3.8 · 1.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/attractions/tunbridge-wells-sports-centre) - [Chimera Climbing Centre ★ 4.7 · 2.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/attractions/chimera-climbing-centre)