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Food and drink Brighton & Hove. Reviews, recommendations and guides

Discover Brighton is your essential food and drink Brighton guide to the best local flavours across the city. From independent cafes and restaurants to iconic pubs and bars, our listings, reviews and tips highlight what’s on for food lovers year-round. Discover vegan dining, street food pop-up events, seaside cocktails near Brighton beach and vibrant nightlife hotspots. Whether you’re planning a relaxed brunch, a special dinner or food-focused activities around Brighton Pier, the Royal Pavilion Brighton or Brighton Lanes shopping, our city guide has you covered. As a leading Brighton lifestyle magazine and tourist guide, Discover Brighton helps you explore Brighton & Hove through unforgettable food and drink experiences. Find food and drink events here.

MediTerra Review

Words by Samantha Harman MediTerra Turkish restaurant in West Hove is a hidden gem that offers an authentic taste of Turkey. From the moment you step inside, you are greeted with warm hospitality...

Something fishy going on

Fish and chips is the quintessential British dish that sees natives and tourists clamouring to get their fill of this seaside classic. But with so many establishments to choose from when visiting...

Blossoms

Words by Samantha Harman Discover Editor visits Blossoms, a brand new Japanese inspired small plates and cocktails venue in Brighton Square  This brand new Japanese-inspired small plates and...

Halisco

Award-Winning Authentic Mexican Restaurant Words by Samantha Harman There’s nothing like the bold flavours of Mexico to tantalise your tastebuds, with the vibrant colours and tequila based drinks...

Arcobaleno

Toto, I don’t think we’re in Kansas anymore…  Words by Samantha Harman In case you hadn’t heard, there’s a new LGBTQ+ venue in town, Arcobaleno, (which means rainbow in Italian). The multi...

DaddyLongLegs

Features Editor, Samantha Harman waxes lyrical about the new small plates menu at Daddy Longlegs, a hidden Brighton gem well worth visiting for lunch or dinner.  Words by Samantha Harman It is...

Food For Friends

Words by Nancy Duckels I love food. Food is quite important to me. Meat, vegetables, fish, crisps - I love it all. So when I was invited to try the offerings at famous vegetarian restaurant Food...

Brighton Regency Route Master

What’s better than a cream tea? Words by Nancy Duckels There are many potential answers to that question but I would argue this: a cream tea on a beautiful vintage bus on a sunny day - I know,...

Brighton Cocktail Co

Words by Samantha Harman This delightful venue opened its doors in December of last year and is already making waves on the city’s cocktail scene. Expect to find luxurious decor and a hidden...

Burnt Orange

Features Editor, Samantha Harman sampled the cocktails at one of Brighton’s newest hotspots, the perfect start to any weekend.   The people behind The Salt Room and The Coal Shed have a new baby,...

Ola’s Bar

Ola’s is one of Hove’s hotspots with a super stylish interior and cocktails worth shouting about, it’s the place to be seen. They also have an amazing food menu with everything from pasta to...

The Setting Sun

Ever wondered what it would be like to enjoy a pint or glass of wine while looking over the whole of Brighton? At the Setting Sun you can do just that. This welcoming independent pub is at the...

The Curzon

This unique venue is located in the heart of Kemptown and offers a relaxed and informal vibe to enjoy drinks and food from the in-house kitchen. There are a number of adaptable spaces showing a...

The Walrus

A stone’s throw from the beach, on historic Ship Street you’ll find The Walrus with its quirky rooms and winding passageways. There is also a delightful two-story rooftop garden where you can...

The Hobgoblin

Located at the beginning of London Road shopping area, The Hobgoblin boasts one of the best beer gardens in the city. The garden is the perfect all weather outdoor space with heating and...

Mash Tun

This vibrant hangout is located in between The Theatre Royal and The Brighton Dome and has outside seating making it the perfect spot to watch the world go by in one of the most picturesque areas...

Twisted Brisket

A brand new cocktail bar and restaurant specialising in sliced smoked brisket has opened its doors on Duke Street in Brighton’s North Laine. The ethos of the venue is promoting good food and...

Tisbury’s At Stanmer House

Words by Samantha Harman Stanmer Park happens to be one of my favourite places in Brighton, I am addicted to its endless rolling fields, secluded woodland, and clusters of candy floss-esque...

Jo & Co

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but being a busy working woman I can only just about squeeze in a coffee first thing, so was absolutely delighted to be invited along to Jo &...

Third Avenue

Words by Samantha Harman Since the start of July, Third Avenue has been under new management, featuring a newly refurbished, beautiful interior and new menus.  Entering Third Avenue is like being...

Arcobaleno

Brighton’s newest LGBTQ+ venue located on St George’s Rd in Brighton finally launched their highly anticipated new menu last month and I clicked my heels together in delight to return to the...

Adelfia

Words by Nancy Duckels After a recent rewatch of Mamma Mia, I was left pondering not only the slightly questionable singing but also just how inviting that Greek island looked. Unfortunately I’m...

The Ivy Asia

Words by Samantha Harman As hardworking writers, editors and directors, occasionally it’s nice to down tools and spend some quality Zoom free time together to reflect and enjoy the success of...

Wolfox Chapters

Words by Nancy Duckels You’ll probably know Wolfox as a name associated with coffee, and with good reason - Wolfox have a number of beloved coffee shops across Brighton and Hove and a fabulous...

OhSo Social Review

Shiny Disco Balls Our Features Editor was invited to sample a brand new sharing cocktail, The Disco Inferno at Ohso Social, one of Brighton’s most iconic seafront bars.  If you’re wondering where...

Kasuki

Tucked away on New England Road, a new vegan gem has appeared. The plant-based, Japanese inspired restaurant has been open since last August and has caused a bit of a stir in the culinary world....

The Great Eastern

Situated at the bottom of Trafalgar Street you will find The Great Eastern pub, this hidden gem is deceptively larger than it looks. Step inside and you’ll find a traditional British boozer with...