Restaurants Brighton, your Local Guide to the Best Restaurants, Pubs, Bars and Cafes in Brighton and Hove
Trusted across Brighton and Sussex since 2012. 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.
Lunch is where the real bargains are in Brighton and Hove: a £10 pasta and drink lunch at Il Bistro, steak and chips for £16 at Kindling, or two courses for £20 at The Salt Room, where their beautiful new bar, restaurant and terrace look out over the sea. Midweek, Furna serves a feast of ten sharing plates for £35 per person every Wednesday and Thursday.
Heading to the theatre? The Coal Shed serves two courses for £19 before curtain up, while Burger and Lobster shucks oysters for just £1.50. Families can feast for less too, with kids eating free at Purezza and The Hartington, plus plenty of NHS, Blue Light, student and hospitality discounts across the city. Offers change often, so always check with the venue before you visit.
Restaurants Brighton's Guide to October
October brings a change of pace, with the kids back to school, harvest season in full swing, autumn menus arriving and plenty of opportunities to get out and explore. Make plans with our events guide and learn something new with a cookery class. From exploring Sussex vineyards during harvest to finding a cosy pub or a laptop-friendly spot to work from, there’s plenty to discover this October.
Restaurants Brighton's Guide to the Festive Season
As the evenings draw in, Brighton and Hove begin to glow. The most popular December dates are already filling fast, so now is the perfect moment to plan ahead.
Tasked with the office party? Our guide on how to organise the work Christmas do covers when to book, what it costs and where to go. Then browse our Christmas Party Brighton Guide, which brings every festive menu across Brighton, Hove and Sussex together in one place.
Wander the twinkling stalls of the Brighton Christmas markets, book a table for Christmas Day lunch, or treat someone special to a Restaurants Brighton gift voucher.
However you choose to celebrate, our local team know exactly where to go.
Pictured: Christmas lights at Donatello in Brighton’s Lanes
October might mark the start of a new season, but there’s still time to make the most of Brighton’s warmer evenings. Enjoy a drink in a beer garden or rooftop bar, then start looking ahead to the festive season with our Christmas parties guide for inspiration.
The BRAVO Awards are the largest food and drink awards in Brighton and Hove, and they are decided entirely by the public. There are no critics and no judging panels, just people voting for the places they love. In 2026, a record 71,285 votes were cast for 724 venues across 18 categories, crowning the very best restaurants, pubs and cafés in Brighton, Hove and Sussex.
terre à terre reclaimed the crown for Best Brighton Restaurant, so book a table for its joyful, inventive vegetarian cooking and see what all the fuss is about. Newcomer Andalucia stormed to victory as Best Sussex Restaurant, Kindling’s charcoal cooking won Best Lunch, and Embers took Best Sunday Roast with its woodfired flavours.
For something more relaxed, Starfish and Coffee was voted Best Café and The Signalman Best Brighton Pub. The Eight Bells in Jevington was named Best Sussex Pub, the perfect reward after a South Downs ramble, while the Best Cocktails in the city are poured at The Grand.
Pictured: Smouldering scallops at Embers in The Lanes, voted Best Sunday Roast in the 2026 BRAVO Awards
The best food and drink events across Brighton and Sussex, from pop-ups and tastings to chef collaborations and unforgettable dining experiences.
Beyond Brighton’s shoreline lies a feast waiting to be discovered. Across East Sussex and West Sussex, from the rolling South Downs to hidden coastal villages, Sussex brims with exceptional places to eat and drink with Sussex producers to match.
Savour the best Sussex afternoon tea in a country garden, or seek out charming Sussex pubs with great walks nearby, perfect after a bracing ramble.
Settle into a sun-soaked Sussex beer garden, tuck into a hearty Sussex Sunday roast, or raise a glass in one of our award winning Sussex pubs.
From Lewes to Alfriston, Eastbourne to Shoreham, Sussex has an incredible bounty, just waiting for you to explore.
Brighton Restaurants, Pubs and Cafes by Neighbourhood
Our guide to the best breakfast in Brighton and Hove covers every kind of morning, from no frills fry ups to French pâtisserie. For a classic Full English, Mac’s Café in Kemptown serves thirteen set breakfasts, from the hearty Mac’s Special to bubble and squeak, while The Regency Restaurant on the seafront still grills traditional kippers.
Fancy something different? Try a bacon naan roll with chai at Dishoom Permit Room, fluffy American pancakes topped with bacon at Baked in Hove, or Moksha’s much loved huevos rancheros in North Laine. Julien Plumart’s sourdough croissants are laminated over three days, and Jo & Co was voted Best Brunch in the 2026 BRAVO Awards.
Pictured: A breakfast feast at MEO in Kemptown, from a Full English to pancakes and fresh smoothies
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 beer crawl starts here. You might also like our guide to watching the football 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.
EDITOR'S PICKS
Thursday 10th! Wild Flour Pizza is offering free garlic and mozzarella bread for all collections over £30. (Check out our video-visit here!)
Also on Thursday 10th: Wild Flor’s autumn small plates menu returns, and there are extra treats involved!
MEO is now open late every Thursday to Sunday, 4pm – 9pm, for Mexican Kitchen evenings serving up tasty, generous plates full of fresh ingredients, and a new menu of cocktails.
Hove Place’s Head Chef has let the kitchen team make the call on their new menu, and it’s proving to be a scrumptious decision!
Sussex Escapes: where to eat beyond Brighton
Sussex has as much to offer as the city itself, from South Downs country pubs to seafront towns worth the trip.
Our guide to new restaurants in Brighton and Hove is updated weekly, and autumn is bringing a fresh wave of openings. Barbino arrives at Dots on North Road in early October with Mediterranean small plates and low intervention wines, while Gatherin has landed at The Greenhouse on Church Road in Hove with bold global small plates made for sharing.
Pizza fans can head to Connie’s Pizza at Komedia for London style pies such as Nduja e Stracciatella, and Plates by Phil Bartley, from the founder of Carne, is set to champion fresh catch from local boats on Norfolk Square. Irori brings Brighton its first Japanese street food truck, with charcoal grilled yakitori and crispy karaage, and Posh Pita on the seafront bakes its pitas fresh to order.
Pictured: Sharing plates at Plates by Phil Bartley on Norfolk Square
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.
Have Questions about Restaurants Brighton?
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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 2012 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.