Really nice small restaurant.
We came here at 11:50 and I had a taste for breakfast. The staff was very accommodating and happy to still make me a breakfast even they did finished 20 min ago .
I really recommend the small Japanese dish . Don’t know what is it called . It’s 3 leaves with prawn or tofu. I have uploaded a photo .
Delicious!!! I was surprised how much flavour was in it .
Atmosphere was also nice . We had a table outside . And there was a musician basking .
Definitely will come back .
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We had dinner last evening at Kumquat and it was a fabulous evening right from the get go! The vibe and the atmosphere were so inviting, lively, and cozy!! Virginia is a great hostess and just the most wonderful person! We had a few vegetarian/vegan starters and they were packed with flavor! The dumplings and corn fritters were to die for! I could literally just eat these all day! Truly, a fusion restaurant where Asian flavors take pride of place! The chef knows what he’s doing!!!! We also had vegan pho and the lamb for main and my partner tells me the lamb was top notch! The soup of the pho was so light but packed with flavor again! Ordered a lime Bloody Mary which was a regular Bloody Mary but with a limey twist! Loved it and had a couple! We thought the evening was going great until we had the dessert which took it to another level! The panacotta and the berries were light, the perfect amount of sweet and oh so fresh! Truly the best restaurant in Tunbridge Wells!!! Thank you Alex and Virginia!!
LOVE IT! it was my first time to dine in here. every single dish were amazing and refreshing! If you are a fan of cocktail, I would recommend the Lychee Martini, fresh made syrup. I would definitely come over again!
Amazing service, fresh and tasty food and lovely staff. We visited here for the first time for my friend's birthday. We were intrigued by the sharing plates of modern Asian cuisine and were not disappointed! The food was so tasty, and Virginia (the owner) and our other waitress (Georgie) were so helpful. If you would like to visit a family run business - this is a great one to visit. The prices are reasonable too. We'd highly recommend the chicken satay which is super succulent, the gyoza and the tofu Japanese leaf bites
I had the pleasure dining experience at this fusion restaurant by a lovely family-run business. It was absolutely delightful!
The highlight of this fusion restaurant seamlessly blends different cuisines and flavors to create unique and delicious dishes that are truly unforgettable.
The best part of dining at this restaurant was knowing that it was run by such a talented and inspiring chef who was the head chef at a 5-star hotel with Michelin starred restaurant. His passion for food and dedication to his craft was evident in every aspect of the restaurant. Despite the exceptional quality of food and service, the price were incredibly reasonable for the chef experiences.
Overall, I would highly recommend this fusion restaurant to anyone looking for a truly exceptional dining experience. The food is outstanding, the atmosphere is warm and welcoming.
You must go here! Amazing fusion Thai food. Such a unique menu. Totally delicious food created with love and skill. Lovely personal service with recommended dishes. Everything we had was delicious. Definitely coming back. Great for an evening out with friends.
After many many months, I'm back again @Kumquat. Creativity and standards are still v.high with tastes that combine the fashion of the Husband and Wife team of Alex and Virginia. 5☆
As a fusion restaurant, Kumquat adequately accentuates its unique approach to traditional dishes from East and Southeast Asia, while simultaneously staying true to traditions by incorporating original ingredients just as used by native populations in those regions.
Moreover, the presentation and overall quality are consistent with what one would expect from a former head chef at a Michelin-starred restaurant in a 5-star hotel. The service is also nothing to complain about as a family-run business.
Overall, I would highly recommend Kumquat - it will be sure not to disappoint.
We discovered this great fusion restaurant through our friends and were not disappointed.
The food was right up our street and the owners are super nice, we had a lovely time!
We will definitely go back to try their new menu that evolves constantly.
Hope they will be able to hire more staff, so the service could be faster.
Kumquat Restaurant is a new addition to the eateries on The Pantiles in Tunbridge Wells. The restaurant serves modern European cuisine with a fusion of flavours from South East Asia...
The first time I dined I tried their bao buns with slow cooked tender & flavourful pork belly and delicious (huge!) succulent fried tiger prawn with a crispy coating (possibly panko?), this went well with a lovely glass of wine but they do make splendid cocktails as well...
Their recent change in menu has been very well-received by customers. The new dishes are all very creative and use seasonal ingredients to create delicious and unique flavour combinations...
If you're looking for a truly unique dining experience, I highly recommend Kumquat Restaurant. The food is amazing, the service is excellent, and the atmosphere is perfect for a special occasion...
This is a place not to miss. Each dish was clearly explained with love for the food. We shared some starters of which, the pork dumplings set in a deliciously fruity sweet potato sauce was the star. We had the attention of the lovely lady owner and front of house, who recommended a desert that I would never have tried myself, but it was the highlight of a wonderful meal with an old mate. Next time we are bringing our wives.
I love all the dishes, a lot of flavour and very presentable. The service is good and the food came fast. The chef knows what he is doing. Quality food and the prices match. Thank you Alex the chef will be back
In the heart of Royal Tunbridge wells, one can walk to The Pantiles , a charming place to be entertained with many buildings , dating from 18th and 19th centuries. You can also enjoy amazing restaurants and one of them is the charming “Kumquat Bar& restaurant” run by Alex and Virginia .
The hospitality is always warm and welcoming, the food is Asian inspired with a twist of the Chef Alex’s amazing touches which make every single dish very unique and exquisite. I went there for a brunch and I’m positively impressed. Nevertheless, their service and prices were very reasonable.
I’ll be back soon and strongly recommend Kumquat to food lovers ! *****
Wow this was a really great find on the Pantiles. The food was excellent. We had the poached eggs on toast with crispy back and mushrooms. It was a really well executed dish and beautifully presented. Highly recommended.
I loved our meal here: fresh ingredients cooked on the spot with a lovely twist. Great Vg/Veg friendly choice. The staff and owners were extremely welcoming! I appreciate the decor and how comfortable seating was too :). Will come again!
Unassuming little cafe tucked in The Pantiles. We could have easily missed this and think it offers standard cafe menu. How wrong we would have been if we hadn’t looked! Serving asian fusion dishes, all delicious. Baby friendly, family friendly. Staff were attentive and super apologetic when it was busy and understaffed. There’s seating outside (if weather permits) and basement as well. Toilet has funny messages. Overall, a good experience.
Been to this restaurant for a few times. The chef always surprised us with professional and delicious food: fantastic taste, good presentation.
Fine dining quality with good price
Highly recommend
What a gem! This was a random choice for dinner when wondering through the pantiles on an impromptu night out. The food is incredible, so interesting and the service was impeccable. It was such a pleasure to meet Virginia and chat to her - so interesting. Overall such a lovely evening!
We recently had breakfast at the Kumquat. The food was great, however there was quite a wait, from ordering brunch to getting it was over 40 minutes. Completely understand that it says on the menu that the poached eggs take 1 hr 45 mins, but we only received an apology for the wait from staff when they were serving our food, between taking our order and receiving drinks we heard nothing from them. There were also other tables waiting, when they asked about the wait they were told some answer, but we were not informed of the delay.
Once we received the food it was lovely, eggs cooked perfectly and presentation was nice.
We may come again but would make sure that we’re not really hungry just in case we have a wait again.
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