Award Winning Asian Dining in The Pantiles
Recently crowned Asian Fusion Restaurant of the Year.
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🏆 Asian Fusion Restaurant of the Year • ⭐ Top 100 Asian Restaurants UK
🥇 Chef Alex Boyd — Regional Winner (London & SE) • 🔶 1 AA Rosette
How to book?
Use the reservation form below or call us on 01892 487556 to book your table.
At Kumquat, every dinner is more than a meal, it’s an experience.
Family-owned and led by Chef Patron Alex Boyd and his wife Virginia, we bring together Michelin-level culinary craft and authentic Hong Kong hospitality. The result is modern Asian dining that’s refined yet welcoming, designed for connection and discovery.
What is Modern Asian Cuisine?
At Kumquat, it’s all about bold flavours, sharing dishes and fresh ideas. Chef Alex Boyd blends East and Southeast Asian influences with European techniques he learned working under world-renowned Michelin-starred chefs. The result? Dishes that are fun, elegant and full of flavour.
Kumquat is Asian Fusion Restaurant of the Year – Asian Restaurant Awards 2024
Chef Alex is Regional Winner for London & The Southeast at The Asian & Oriental Chef of the Year Awards 2025
We are one of The Top 100 Asian Restaurants in the UK for 2025
AA 1 Rosette Award 2025
⭐️ Rated 4.7 on Google by 250+ happy guests
★★★★★
“What an absolutely smashing little gem! This cosy restaurant boasts a delightful atmosphere and the most attentive, smiley staff you could hope for.
The food, however, is the true star of the show – exquisitely crafted modern Asian dishes that are quite simply out of this world. Every bite is sheer perfection.
As someone who is lactose intolerant, I was a tad disappointed to find I couldn’t indulge in any of their desserts. But the wonderful team went above and beyond, whipping up a sublime lactose-free treat for me on the spot. Needless to say, it was positively delicious.
I cannot recommend this place highly enough. It’s an absolute must-visit that will undoubtedly become one of your favourite haunts. Simply top-notch!
– Google Review, pg c
Reserve Your Table Below.
Experience bold Asian flavours and elegant service at Kumquat.
Use the form below to check availability and book instantly.
Or call us on 01892 487556 to speak with the team.
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Meet Chef Alex Boyd
With over 30 years of experience, Chef Alex Boyd brings a bold, creative energy to Kumquat’s modern Asian menu. His culinary journey has taken him through Michelin-starred kitchens, high-profile events for royalty and world leaders, and an award-winning restaurant in Hong Kong, where he discovered his deep love for Asian flavours and met his wife, Virginia.
Alex combines classical European technique with the vibrant tastes of East and Southeast Asia, creating dishes that are refined, expressive, and full of personality. At Kumquat, his passion for flavour, detail, and hospitality is at the heart of every guest’s experience.
Essential Details
Address:
Kumquat Restaurant
30 The Pantiles, Royal Tunbridge Wells, TN2 5TN, UK
Phone:
01892 487556
Opening Hours:
Lunch: Monday to Sunday, 12:00pm – 4:00pm
Dinner: Tuesday to Saturday, 6:00pm – 10:00pm
Coffee & Pastries:
During the warmer summer months, we open from 9:30am for coffee and pastries—available for walk-ins only.
Dietary Requirements:
If you have any dietary requirements or allergies, please let us know when booking. Our team is always happy to accommodate.
Bookings:
Reservations are recommended. Walk-ins are welcome, subject to availability.
Ready to experience modern Asian dining at its best?
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We look forward to welcoming you to Kumquat!
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