The Mucky Duck

Why You’ll Like The Mucky Duck

Just off St James’s Street in Kemptown, The Mucky Duck is an independent Brighton pub with plenty of reasons to settle in. There’s Thai food from Thai Zaab during the week, a proper Sunday roast, a well-chosen drinks list and a lively calendar of music and events. Whether you’re meeting friends for dinner or staying for the quiz, it has the easy, welcoming feel of a neighbourhood local.

Food at The Mucky Duck

Thai Zaab takes care of lunch and dinner from Tuesday to Saturday. Start with chicken satay, vegetable spring rolls or crispy wontons, then explore curries, stir-fries, noodle dishes and rice plates. Pad Thai and massaman curry sit alongside spicier options, with a choice of vegetables, tofu, meat or seafood across much of the menu. There’s takeaway too.

On Sundays, Thai dishes give way to roasts. The menu includes beef short rib, lamb, pork belly and chicken, as well as a nut roast and a vegetable Wellington. Expect roast potatoes and vegetables, with a children’s roast available too. Ask the team about dietary requirements when booking.

Drinks at The Mucky Duck

The bar brings together local craft beers, draught ales and international lagers with wines, spirits and fizz. There’s also coffee and tea if you’re stopping in earlier. It’s the sort of place where a quick drink can easily turn into dinner and an evening out.

Atmosphere at The Mucky Duck

Classic pub comfort meets local art at The Mucky Duck. Come for an unhurried catch-up, bring the dog along, or make a night of the regular folk sessions, quiz and weekend DJs. Families are welcome, with children able to stay until 8pm.

RB Loves

We love that The Mucky Duck gives you more than one reason to visit: Thai food with friends, a Sunday roast, or a quiz night that keeps the evening going. It’s a Kemptown pub where the food and the social calendar both earn their place.

The Essentials

• Where: 7–9 Manchester Street, Kemptown, Brighton BN2 1TF.
• Food: Thai Zaab for lunch and dinner Tuesday to Saturday; Sunday roasts. Takeaway is available.
• Drinks: Local craft beers, ales, lager, wine, spirits, fizz, tea and coffee.
• Good to know: Dog friendly; families welcome, with children until 8pm. Ask staff about dietary requirements.
• What’s on: Regular folk sessions, a pub quiz and weekend DJs; check current listings before visiting.
• Getting there: Close to the St James’s Street bus stops. If driving, The Lanes car park on Black Lion Street is a paid option; check charges and availability.
• Bookings: Book through The Mucky Duck.