Carluccio's

I was meeting my visiting Uncle who was staying down south so we decided to meet in the middle at Tunbridge Wells. Carluccio's was very convenient - opposite the station. It was quite busy with a mixed crowd of families and couples.

The food was pretty good and very well priced. I had a plate of bruschetta for entree which was excellent, they had gone beyond your standard fare bruschetta and mixed in some roasted yellow peppers and some herby mixed lettuce leaf as well as a splash of balsamic - which was most welcome. My cousin and uncle shared an anitpasto plate which looked superb.

I had penne with a spicy sausage sauce, not bad, but hardly sending shockwaves through the culinary world. My cousin and uncle had penne with deep fried spinach balls, I must say I was struck down with a bout of food envy when their dishes were served.

I would recommend dropping in here, probably not for an intimate dinner, but for lunch or dinner with family and friends. The service was fast and friendly.

I think the bill came to around 40 quid for the three of us, no wine but a few beers.