St John’s Yard, founded in 2017, is a local favourite in Tunbridge Wells for its renowned burgers.
Saint John’s Yard is a popular hub in Tunbridge Wells amongst all ages. A local superstar, it even has been deemed Best Burgers in Kent, from a poll by Kent Live. Kent Live noted that votes were overwhelmingly veered toward Saint John’s Yard. Situated on St. Johns Road (hence the restaurant and bars name), it is easily accessible to many in the Tunbridge Wells area.
The famous burgers withstand their popularity by doing monthly specials called “burgasms”. This January’s “burgasms” are “The Muralitharan” which consists of a double beef patty, Sri Lankan curry infused beef brisket, American cheese, slice onions, spinach leaves, coriander, chillies and garlic and ginger aoili.
“The Romesh”, a vegan special for Veganuary, consists of a sweet potato and chickpea patty, deep fried aubergine, wombat and red cabbage salad, Katsu veganaise, coriander, sesame seeds and topped with a Katsu curry sauce.
The restaurant have also done famous Christmas specials with fillings such as stuffing, cranberry sauce and camembert, as well as a Tiger King series of burgers such as the Joe Exotic which was an All American Burger – Seasoned chicken breast fillet, Wild Tiger Rum Honey soaked bacon, buffalo sauce, American cheese, lettuce, pickles, spring onions, chives, sesame seeds and Ranch mayo.
The standard burgers which they serve year round are also mouth wateringly delicious, their most famous being “The Dutchman”. On Sunday’s the restaurant does a whopping deal of £6 for all their burgers.
The restaurant has a beautiful outdoor space draped with plants and fairy lights, as well as outdoor heaters for those colder nights! The bar is always booming in Summer due to its gorgeous outdoor area and also offers a great array of drinks, with a huge variety of spirits and beers.
Despite the pandemic the restaurant has remained strong thanks to its order and pick-up service, while also being on Deliveroo.
Due to Saint John’s Yard overwhelming success, they also opened an additional restaurant next door “The Shuffle House” specialising in wood fire oven pizzas, unique cocktails and yummy tapas. It’s safe to say that these two restaurants are taking Tunbridge Wells by storm.