Where to eat in Brighton
Where to Eat in Brighton, Chosen by People Who Actually Live Here
We are the Restaurants Brighton team, and between us we have eaten our way through most of the city.
We have tried over 120 venues across Brighton, Hove and Sussex, so rather than pick favourites, we have built this guide to help you find where to eat in Brighton right now, whatever you are after, wherever you are, and whoever you are eating with.
Search by location, cuisine or occasion below, or read our team’s latest restaurant reviews on the blog for a closer look at where we have been eating this month.
Brighton restaurant offers and deals
Start your foodie expedition here and uncover the latest Brighton food deals on dining.
From happy hours to food deals you’ll get more for less from the local best with this guide of places to eat in Brighton. To keep things fresh this page is updated regularly, so make sure to check back often (We keep this page as up to date as possible, but please check with the venue’s website before arriving).
Brighton food and drink events calendar
Wondering where to eat in Brighton? You can use our events calendar to find out where you can find the best of Brighton food and drink events and entertainment.
Brighton restaurants with accommodation
Whether you’re planning a staycation or visiting from overseas, Brighton, Hove and Sussex can host you. We’ve put together this list of some of our favourite venues that offer Brighton and Sussex accommodation for you and your family to enjoy, with plenty of places to eat in Brighton and East Sussex.
Brighton’s only Michelin starred restaurant
Brighton and Hove has officially reclaimed its culinary crown, with Maré by Rafael Cagali proudly holding the title of the only Michelin starred restaurant in the Brighton and Hove. Securing this prestigious accolade in early 2026, just six months after opening, Maré made history by bringing a star back to the area for the first time in over fifty years.
The venue’s vision is rooted in “refined ease,” seamlessly marrying Chef Patron Rafael’s world class background (of London’s two starred Da Terra) with a sustainable, tide driven celebration of local Sussex produce. It is a relaxed yet world class dining experience that everyone must visit.
New restaurant openings in Brighton
New restaurants, cafes and bars are opening up all the time here in the city. Use our guide to the new Brighton restaurants to discover the freshest places on the scene, given you plenty of new places to eat in Brighton.
The best restaurants in Brighton, voted by locals
The Brighton Restaurant Awards (BRAVOs) are the only entirely publicly generated food and drink awards. Every year local Brighton cafes, bars, pubs and restaurants hope to win a top spot in one of the 16 categories. If you really want to know where the locals go, look here and you’ll have plenty of ideas as to where to eat in Brighton next. You may also find the BRAVO winners map useful.
Monthly Brighton food and drink ideas
We’ve put together a monthly checklist of great food ideas for Brighton. So, if you’re looking for fun foodie ways to spend your time, then this is the place for you! Where to eat in Brighton next?
Things to do in Brighton for couples
Brighton is packed with brilliant things for couples to enjoy, especially if you love food and drink. From romantic restaurants and laid back bistros to beachside picnics, wine tastings, and hands on cookery classes, our guide brings together the best food focused experiences for couples in Brighton, Hove, and further afield.
Location
Wherever you are in the city, a fantastic food and drink destination is waiting for you.
We’ve listed each location so you can fast track to your chosen setting, giving you plenty of fantastic places to eat in Brighton.
Seafront
For a sea view, the seafront and Kings Road Arches are the obvious place to start. Expect everything from relaxed all day cafes to proper white tablecloth seafood, often within a few doors of each other. A handful worth knowing, OhSo Social for beachfront brunch, The Salt Room for serious seafood, Shelter Hall for variety under one roof. In the colder months, the Brighton igloos give you somewhere private and sheltered without losing the view.
Brighton City Centre, North Laine and The Lanes
Don’t know where to eat in Brighton city centre? This is the beating heart of the food scene, tucked between antique shops, record stores and independent boutiques. North Laine leans casual and creative, Fatto a Mano for proper Neapolitan, while The Lanes edge more special occasion, Terre à Terre for Brighton’s best known vegetarian dining, The Mesmerist for Southern comfort food in a striking setting, and Lost in the Lanes for all day dining in one of the prettiest corners of the city.
Where to eat in Hove
Where to eat in Hove has changed fast over the last couple of years, and it is now genuinely one of the strongest food streets in the city. Church Road alone is worth a visit for Carne’s Saturday bottomless brunch, Tapestry’s stylish sharing plates, and Wild Flor’s seasonal cooking, while Maré by Rafael Cagali holds Brighton and Hove’s only Michelin star just off the seafront. Six and Jo and Co round out a strong brunch and bubbles scene if that is what you are after.
Eating in Kemptown
Where to eat in Kemptown mixes rainbow flagged nightlife with genuinely excellent independent food. MEO brings Mediterranean leaning brunch and dinner plates, Redroaster is a Kemptown institution for coffee and weekend brunch, and the wider strip along St James’s Street and beyond is packed with small, characterful venues worth wandering between.
Brighton Marina
A destination location that’s packed with fantastic places to eat and drink, you’ll also find enough entertainment to fill a day or two. Discover Marina based restaurants, here.
Sussex
Venture beyond the city and where to eat in Sussex opens up a different kind of dining, vineyard restaurants, Sussex country pubs and coastal towns worth the short drive. Rathfinny is the standout for a proper vineyard lunch, Andalucia in Ferring brings genuinely exceptional Spanish cooking to the Sussex coast, and Lewes, Alfriston and Worthing both have their own growing restaurant scenes worth exploring.
Occasion
Whatever the occasion you can guarantee that Brighton and Hove will have somewhere to host you.
Family friendly restaurants in Brighton
You’ll be well looked after by anyone from this list of family friendly venues.
Where to eat in Brighton with kids does not mean compromising on quality. Ohso Social on the seafront is relaxed and easy with children in tow, MEO and Jo and Co both handle family groups well at brunch, and Moksha offers enough variety on the menu to keep even the fussiest eaters happy.
Private dining and group bookings in Brighton
Where to host a private dining event in Brighton has real range, from an intimate room for ten to full exclusive hire for a much bigger celebration. Etch’s private dining room in Hove is a firm favourite, Carne and Tapestry both offer flexible group bookings, and Shelter Hall’s variety of kitchens under one roof makes it an easy choice when the group cannot agree on cuisine.
Romantic restaurants in Brighton
Where to eat in Brighton for a romantic night out rewards a little research, since the best spots are not always the loudest. Maré by Rafael Cagali is the obvious choice for a proper occasion, The Salt Room and The Little Fish Market both do quietly excellent seafood with atmosphere to match, and Nostos brings warm, personal Greek hospitality that suits an intimate evening well.
Bars and pubs
Where to eat and drink in Brighton after dark stretches from cosy backstreet pubs to genuinely inventive cocktail bars. Blossoms and Bar Valentino both do excellent cocktails alongside decent food, The Cricketers is a proper old fashioned pub in the heart of The Lanes, and Kemptown’s bar scene rewards a wander between venues rather than committing to just one.
Where to eat in Brighton
If you know the cuisine you’re after but you don’t know where to find it, then this breakdown of Brighton and Hove restaurants by cuisine will give you plenty of places to eat and will get you to authentic food, fast.
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New restaurants, offers and events change in Brighton every week, so the best way to find where to eat in Brighton today is to check our latest food and drink offers and our Brighton events calendar, both updated regularly by the team.
The Restaurants Brighton guide is the ultimate local resource for finding the best places to eat in Brighton, Hove, and Sussex. You can search by cuisine type, location, or occasion – from romantic dinners and family-friendly restaurants to quick Brighton lunches and Hove fine dining experiences.
Our monthly food and drink round-ups showcase the latest restaurant openings in Brighton and Hove. Whether it’s a stylish new Brighton seafood spot, a quirky vegan café, or an innovative pop-up, you’ll find the freshest dining news here. Keep up to speed with all of the food and drink events in Brighton, Hove and Sussex.
Yes – our team of local food enthusiasts explores every corner of Brighton, from seafront restaurants with Brighton sea views to the backstreets of The Lanes, uncovering hidden gems alongside well-known favourites. We cover neighbourhood Hove cafés, cosy pubs in Brighton, and independent restaurants that locals love.
Absolutely. Whether you’re planning a birthday dinner, anniversary celebration, business lunch, or casual get-together, the Restaurants Brighton food and drink guide helps you find the perfect venue. You can filter by occasion and discover places with private dining, sea views, or live entertainment.
No – Restaurants Brighton cover the entire Brighton and Hove area, plus dining destinations across Sussex. You’ll find recommendations for Sussex country pubs, vineyard restaurants, seaside cafés, Lewes restaurants, Worthing pubs – and everything in between.
Yes – the Restaurants Brighton team is made up of passionate local food writers, Brighton food photographers, and hospitality experts who know the city’s food and drink scene inside out. Our insider knowledge ensures the guide is both authentic, reliable and updated daily – especially with things like our Brighton food and drink offers and the Brighton food and drink events guide.
Yes – from wine tasting evenings and cocktail masterclasses to food festivals and chef collaborations, our Brighton events section keeps you up to date with what’s happening in Brighton’s vibrant food and drink calendar.
Definitely – join our huge local audience on Instagram, Facebook, and other platforms for daily inspiration, competitions, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of Brighton’s best restaurants.
Brighton’s seafront is home to some outstanding seafood restaurants. Favourites include The Salt Room, English’s and The Little Fish Market — perfect for anyone searching where to eat seafood in Brighton.
Brighton is the UK’s plant-based capital. Restaurants like Terre à Terre, Purezza and Bonsai Plant Kitchen are top picks if you’re wondering where to eat vegan in Brighton.
From classic fry-ups to bottomless brunch, try spots like Lucky Beach, Starfish & Coffee, and Moksha Café. Our Brighton brunch guide is a great place to start.
Brighton has plenty of family friendly restaurants, from relaxed all day cafes to venues with dedicated kids menus. Our family friendly guide covers the best options across the city for eating out with children.
Brighton’s food scene is not just fine dining, there are excellent value options across the city, from set lunch menus to student and industry discounts. Check our eat well for less guide and our current offers page for the latest deals.
Weekends bring out the best of Brighton’s food scene, bottomless brunches, supper clubs and guest chef nights all feature regularly. Our Brighton events guide and monthly food ideas are the best place to start planning.
Somewhere with a bit of atmosphere usually works best, our romantic restaurants guide covers everything from cosy, low key spots to proper occasion dining.
Many of Brighton’s more casual restaurants, cafes and street food venues take walk ins, particularly outside peak weekend evenings. Booking ahead is always recommended for anywhere popular, but the city has plenty of spontaneous options too.
For larger groups, private dining and private hire venues offer more flexibility, often with buffet or set menu options that make catering for bigger numbers easier and better value.
The Restaurants Brighton team, local writers, editors and food photographers who eat out across the city every week. You can read their honest, first hand reviews on our food blog, and meet the team here.
