Restaurant Brighton's guide to
New Brighton restaurants
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Kitti’s and The Kiosk – Coming June 6th
Opening this June on Saltdean’s seafront, and just in time for Summer, Kitti’s and The Kiosk are two exciting new venues from the team behind The Duck Inn. Kitti’s is a relaxed café offering seasonal, ingredient-led dishes with sea views, led by chefs James McIlveen and Tom Thwaite. Right next door, The Kiosk serves soft-serve, snacks, and coffee from 8am daily. Together, they bring a fresh, thoughtful approach to everyday coastal dining — simple food, well delivered, in a beautiful setting.
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Babble in Hove
The Winkle
Opened May, Brighton Seafront
The Winkle found at Arch 139 on Brighton’s bustling seafront is the latest and most welcome restaurant run by married couple Owen and Pj. In this prime spot they are all about championing community, local produce and great quality offerings for dining and drinking. Their menu is creative and grounded and rooted in seasonality. It offers nibbles, small plates or main courses – something for every appetite. With a mix of indoor and outdoor seating, holing up in The Winkle whatever the weather will be a treat. From sundowners to soirees this seafront destination is your go to table
Roti King
The Golden Peacock
Opened May, Ship St.
The Golden Peacock located at 71 Ship Street opened in May. This pretty as a peacock ‘Curry Tavern’ offers fine Indian dining with a contemporary touch. True to its name the restaurant blends elegant interiors with a vibrant energy that nods to both tradition and modern flair. With roots embedded in Indian culinary traditions and flavours, their menu goes beyond a conventional curry. Their cocktail game promises to be as good as their currys with an impressive bar selection of beautiful drinks masterfully made. Whether you’re stopping by for a quick drink and snack or settling in for a full dining experience, The Golden Peacock serves a warm welcome – and a little spice.
The Donut Club
The Duck Inn, Rottingdean
New addition to Restaurants Brighton.
The Duck Inn in Rottingdean is a welcome new addition to our New Restaurants guide, and it’s one well worth discovering. Just outside Brighton, this beautifully restored 19th-century coaching inn offers seasonal British cooking, expertly curated wines, and warm, relaxed hospitality. With a focus on simple, quality food made from local produce, it’s perfect for cosy lunches, Sunday roasts, and countryside dinners. Whether you’re walking in from the South Downs or escaping the city for fresh sea air, The Duck Inn is a standout new spot for food lovers.
The Gothic Crab
Neeko on Duke street
May 2025
Neeko, situated on Duke Street in Brighton, offers a delightful fusion of Japanese and French culinary traditions. Renowned for its award-winning coffee cakes infused with delicate Japanese flavours and premium matcha drinks crafted with French flair, Neeko presents a unique gastronomic experience.
Signature offerings include the matcha pistachio croissant, strawberry cream cake, and specialty lattes made with Volcano Coffee Works’ Mount Blend beans.
The cosy ambiance and meticulous attention to detail make Neeko a must-visit destination for those seeking a harmonious blend of Eastern and Western tastes.
Cafe Rust at Preston Manor
Pink Moon
Spring 2025
Pink Moon is the latest new opening in town, and we’re excited! Tucked into the fold of Ship Street, this gorgeous and laid back cafe/bar headlines itself as Coffee, Records & Dim Sum, but already it is so much more. Pink Moon is a hub for the local arts and music scene. Listening parties, film club, live music and vinyl DJ nights are just some of the events that make this cafe bar super special.
We already have their Listening Evening by candlelight earmarked for a must-visit, but it’s the brilliant coffee, irn bru on tap, handmade vegan Dim Sum and warm welcome that will make Pink Moon a regular haunt day or night.
Boysterous Burgers at The Fountain Head
Bayit Bagels
Opened April – Brighton Open Market
Bāyit Bakery is a new bagel shop at Brighton Open Market, serving top-quality, locally sourced bagels with a strong focus on provenance. Owner Oli believes if they don’t know where an ingredient comes from, they are doing something wrong. Bāyit, meaning “house” in Hebrew, reflects the shop’s roots in Jewish tradition, where bagels first emerged in 16th-century Poland. Enjoy Bāyit’s plain or generously filled bagels from 10am to 5pm, Wednesday to Sunday – a true taste of home.
Tavola di Famiglia – Worthing Seafront
Now open
Formerly Casa Ciro, Tavola Di Famiglia brings the heart of Italy and the Amalfi coast to Worthing’s seaside, offering a warm and welcoming dining experience. This Worthing restaurant is inspired by authentic Mediterranean flavours, the menu features timeless Italian classics alongside creative twists. Enjoy Sardinian porchetta, Sicilian arancini, locally caught seafood, and signature dishes like Mozzarella in Carrozza in a relaxed setting. Follow all the news on the Tavola Di Famiglia Instagram.
Village Pizza Kitchen
Opened January 2025
Rudy’s – Jubilee Square
Opening Spring 2025
Rudy’s Pizza Napoletana is heading to Brighton, opening a new pizzeria in Jubilee Square, in Brighton’s North Laine this spring. Known for its authentic Neapolitan pizzas, Rudy’s serves soft, fresh dough pizzas cooked in just 60 seconds, using top-quality ingredients sourced from Naples. Born from a passion for pizza, Rudy’s stays true to its roots with classics like Marinara, Margherita, and Calabrese. The menu also features rotating specials inspired by world-renowned pizzerias, offering a taste of Naples and beyond in every slice. Brighton’s pizza scene is about to get even better.
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