Restaurants Brighton, your Local Guide to the Best Restaurants, Pubs, Bars and Cafes in Brighton and Hove
Trusted across Brighton and Sussex since 2011. We are also home to the BRAVOS, voted for by the people who know our food scene best – you.
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New openings and long-standing favourites, this is what’s currently on our plates.
Celebrating graduation in Brighton? Congratulations from all of us at Restaurants Brighton. Our guide covers the best restaurants, bars and pubs in the city for a memorable family dinner, afternoon tea or celebratory cocktails.
Need a gift for the graduate in your life? A Restaurants Brighton voucher lets them pick the place, we’ve done the rest.
Restaurants Brighton's Guide to Summer
Sun, sea and something delicious in between. From the city’s finest ice creams to festival feasting, gastro camping under the stars and our insider’s guide to the season, here is how Restaurants Brighton does summer.
The FIFA 2026 World Cup is here, and England face Argentina in the semi-final this Wednesday, 15th July, 8pm kick off. Check our guide to the top Brighton venues showing the World Cup and book your table early. Late kick-offs mean plenty of time for dinner before the action starts. Image courtesy of The Terrace at the Amex Stadium.
Brighton’s food scene is heating up. From sun-drenched beer gardens and alfresco dining to pre-theatre dinners and Sunday feasts, July is packed with flavour. Discover new openings, sharpen your skills at cookery classes, or book private hire for summer events, plus foodie deals across Hove and beyond.
Brighton restaurants come into their own in July, with the city buzzing and fresh winners from this year’s BRAVOS to discover. RestaurantsBrighton.co.uk is your go-to guide for eating out in Brighton and beyond.
Get inspired by Things to Do in Brighton for July, browse our locals’ events guide, uncover special offers, and follow us on Instagram for the latest openings and dishes shaping the city’s dining scene.
Pictured: The roof terrace at The Chilli Pickle
The best food and drink events across Brighton and Sussex, from pop-ups and tastings to chef collaborations and unforgettable dining experiences.
Discover the best Brighton restaurant special offers and dining deals across Brighton, Hove, and Sussex. 2-4-1 offers, happy hours, set menus, 20% off, £10 lunch, meal deals and more.
Look out for the newest offers, every Monday on our Instagram.
Brighton Restaurants, Pubs and Cafes by Neighbourhood
Start your morning right with our definitive guide to the best breakfasts in Brighton and Hove. From a Full English to artisan sourdough or a vegan ‘scrambled eggs’, discover award-winning cafes across North Laine, Hove and the seafront, including hidden gems among the cafes in Hove.
Pictured: Alfresco dining at The Canopy, Seven Dials
Brighton Restaurants for Every Occasion
Whether you’re after fine dining, a family meal or the perfect afternoon tea, find Brighton’s most-loved restaurants sorted by occasion.
Bypass the tourist traps for our locals’ guide to Brighton’s craft beer and real ale scene. From hidden bottle shops to microbreweries tucked away in Hove, these independent spots are where true beer lovers head. Your perfect summer beer crawl starts here. You might also like our guide to watching the World Cup in Brighton.
Pictured: The Westbourne
Where We're Drinking: Brighton Favourites
From backstreet cocktail bars, craft beer haunts and sports bars to cosy Brighton pubs, sun-soaked beer gardens, Sussex vineyards and wine bars.
- July Midweek Dinner Offer at Cin Cin
- TERRA Restaurant’s new summer menu
- The School Night Vegan x Purezza
- Indian BBQ – Sundays at Chilli Pickle
- Barbino at The State of It – 14 July
BRAVO Awards: Brighton's Restaurant Winners 2026
Your 2026 Brighton dining bucket list is here, crunched from over 71,000 public votes. Explore our BRAVO categories, from the perfect Sussex date night to a midweek Brighton lunch, and see which local legends made the Top 20.
See all the latest new openings added to the Restaurants Brighton guide.
New this month: Tamarind, The Vine House, Lima Nikkei, Kernel Canteen, The Velvet Crab, Cecconi’s at Soho House, Wingrove House in Alfriston, Wild Flour Pizza in Ovingdean and The Greenhouse in Hove.
Reopened: Sora at Malmaison, The Salt Room and The Set at Preston Circus. See our new openings Instagram reel.
Pictured: Kernel Canteen in Circus Street
Have Questions about Restaurants Brighton?
Find our most asked questions, answered below
What is RestaurantsBrighton.co.uk?
Restaurants Brighton is the independent food and drink guide for Brighton, Hove and Sussex, and the most visited restaurant website in the city. Founded in 2011 by a small team of local residents, the guide has welcomed more than 15 million visitors looking for the best places to eat, drink and explore across the region. From celebrated fine dining in the Lanes to hidden neighbourhood cafes in Hove, craft beer taprooms and Sussex countryside gastropubs, Restaurants Brighton covers it all. We also organise the BRAVOS, the public voted food and drink awards for Brighton and Sussex, which in 2026 attracted more than 71,000 votes.
How can I find the best restaurants in Brighton?
On the Restaurants Brighton website you can search by location, cuisine type, or occasion, making it easy to find exactly what you’re looking for. Whether you want fine dining in The Lanes, a casual brunch in Hove, or seafood by the seafront, our guide has it covered. The public voted for their favourite or best restaurants in 2026 and you can see all the best restaurant winners on this top 20 round up.
Do you cover restaurants in Hove and Sussex too?
Yes, Restaurants Brighton showcases the best restaurants across Brighton, Hove, and the wider Sussex area, from beachside dining to Sussex countryside gastropubs and vineyard restaurants. We also provide eating out guides for Worthing, Lewes restaurants, Alfriston, Shoreham, Rottingdean, Eastbourne and other towns located nearby to Brighton.
Can I find restaurant offers and deals on Restaurants Brighton?
Absolutely. We feature the latest food and drink offers for Brighton and Hove, including seasonal menus, lunch deals, set menus, kids eat for free, happy hours and special promotions from top Brighton restaurants.
How often is the Brighton restaurant guide updated?
The Restaurants Brighton guide is updated daily with new restaurant openings, menu updates, special food and drink events for Brighton, and food news, ensuring you always have the most up-to-date information about where to eat in Brighton.
Does Restaurants Brighton feature new restaurant openings?
Yes – we’re first to share news on exciting new restaurant openings, pop-ups, and foodie events in Brighton and Hove, so you’ll always be in the know.
Can I sign up for weekly updates on Brighton restaurants?
Yes, the Restaurants Brighton newsletter delivers the latest food and drink news, restaurant openings, events, and offers straight to your inbox each month, so you never miss out.
Is Restaurants Brighton free to use?
Yes – our Brighton restaurant guide is completely free to use, helping you explore the city’s incredible food scene without spending a penny before you dine.
Are these restaurants in Brighton England UK?
Yes. Restaurants Brighton is a guide dedicated entirely to Brighton, Hove and the wider Sussex region. Every venue featured is based here in the south of England, from the seafront and the North Laine to the South Downs and the Sussex coast. Whether you are visiting Brighton from elsewhere in the UK or planning a trip from further afield, this is your complete guide to eating and drinking well in one of England’s most exciting food cities.