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If you're in a seaside town, look for that great British staple, fish-and-chips. Perhaps "look" isn't the word—just follow your nose. On the coast, seafood, much of it locally caught, is a specialty. Try local smoked fish (haddock and mackerel) or the succulent local oysters. Inland, sample fresh local lamb and beef. In cities such as Brighton and Tunbridge Wells there are numerous restaurants and cafés, but out in the countryside the best options are often pubs.
This lively Italian trattoria in the center of Rochester specializes in pasta and pizza, the best of which is the simple Napoletana pie, topped with mozzarella, anchovies, capers, and tomato sauce. If that's just not enough to satisfy your appetite, try a hearty calzone stuffed with two types of Italian cheeses, spicy salami, and tomatoes. There's also a good range of pasta, fish, and meat dishes. Best of all, the prices are very reasonable.
In a quiet, edge-of-the-center location, this popular Italian eatery packs in the crowds on weekend nights with its inexpensive and classic pasta and pizza dishes. Try the mixed seafood spaghetti with garlic and tomato sauce or the 'nduja pizza topped with a spicy, spreadable pork sausage, mozzarella, and tomato. The atmosphere is cheerful and bright, and the food is straightforward.
