Webbe's Rock-a-Nore

You're walking down Rock-a-Nore Road with the sea spray hitting your face and the sound of gulls overhead—this is where Webbe's sits, practically on the shingle itself. It's the kind of place where locals bring visitors to prove Hastings has serious food credentials, not because it's trying too hard, but because they've been doing this since before foodie culture was even a thing. The menu shifts with what the boats bring in, so you're eating seasonal without anyone making a fuss about it. Simple preparations let the fish speak: grilled, pan-fried, dressed with just enough care to enhance rather than overwhelm. Expect queues on weekends, a no-nonsense vibe, and the sort of honest cooking that reminds you why coastal towns still matter.