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The best Sunday lunches and roast dinners in Brighton
Welcome to our Brighton Sunday Lunch or Sunday Roast guide. Here, you’ll find the best places in town to enjoy the perfect Sunday meal with friends or family. Whether you’re after crispy roast potatoes, extra gravy, a delicious assortment of vegetables, or towering Yorkshire puddings, we’ve handpicked top spots to satisfy all your Sunday cravings. Whatever your preference, Brighton, Hove and Sussex has a roast ready for your delectation!
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Embers restaurant in Brighton offers a standout Sunday roast menu, delivering a new experience in Sunday dining with the theatre and flavours of their open fire kitchen. Choose between wood-fired Sunday sharing platters or individual servings. Sample Sunday roast dishes include Ember Roasted Pork Loin, Sussex Beef Rump, Smoked Whole Chicken, Ember Baked Onion, and the Three Beast Feast. Accompaniments, all cooked on the open fire, feature Skillet Roasted Potatoes, Cauliflower Cheese Purée, Roasted Carrot, Charred Broccoli, Hispi Cabbage, and Sage & Onion Crumb. Head to Embers for a memorable Sunday session soon!
Kindling offers a fantastic roast not just on Sundays, but all day on Mondays too. Designed as a sharer for two, the feast features a 450g dry-aged Cote de Boeuf, cooked over a live fire for that perfect smoky flavour, alongside crispy duck fat rosemary roast potatoes, heritage maple-roasted carrots, a giant Yorkshire pudding, char-grilled hispi cabbage, and rich red wine and onion gravy to drizzle over it all. Take a seat at the open kitchen bar and watch your roast being cooked over fire before you very eyes.
Priced at £29 per person (£58 for the sharing roast for two).
Voted best Sunday roast in Brighton at the 2024 Brighton Restaurant Awards. At Ladies Mile Pub you will find a serving of all the classics, together with vegetarian and vegan options. All are served in ample portions with garlic and herb roasties, glazed carrots, root mash and extras such as cauliflower cheese, pigs in blankets and stuffing balls. A kid’s menu is available and booking is advised to avoid disappointment. This is one of the stars of the show in our Sunday Lunch Brighton guide.
Cyan elevates Brighton Sunday roasts to epic proportions. You get an amazing feast in an amazing setting. Cyan brings elegance, comfort and sensational food to the occasion for those searching for something special on a Sunday. Visit for an expertly cooked roast dinner with all the trimmings and some traditional, delicious pudding options that we think are worth visiting for alone. A quick hop across the road for a seafront walk before or after makes it one of the best destinations in the City to indulge all your senses.
If you’re looking to add to your Sunday Lunch hotspots, the Hotel Du Vin should be high on your list. The Roast Du Vin is something to behold – and at a reasonable fixed price for two or three courses. The incredible starter option is a buffet of delights – The French Market Table is loaded with everything from soups and seafood to meats, salads, and bread. The main course is the classic Roast Sirloin of Beef or Roast Chicken and Stuffing, or a choice from the Plats Principaux Menu. The great thing about the Roast Du Vin is if you’re dining with the kids, or more particular eaters – there is something for everyone. The sweet finishes include light mousses, sorbets or the classic apple and blackberry crumble served with custard.
A unique alternative to the traditional Brighton Sunday Roast and one of Brighton’s best steak restaurants. Try different cuts of excellent quality meat, carefully prepared on their unique Josper oven. 500g of their 35-day dry-aged roast sirloin or a whole roast chicken with stuffing anyone? The Coal Shed is one of the hottest tickets in town so make sure you book well in advance.
Sunday lunch at IL Bistro is a proper feast, served with all the trimmings in the heart of Brighton’s historic Lanes. The menu features slow-roasted porchetta, a boneless pork belly stuffed with a garlic and herb rub inspired by the Lazio region, or a classic roast beef made with 28-day aged sirloin.
Both are served with a giant homemade Yorkshire pudding, seasonal vegetables, roast potatoes, red cabbage, and rich gravy. With nearly 50 years of experience, IL Bistro knows how to do a Sunday roast right.
DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole is renowned for its exceptional Sunday roast options, providing a delectable dining experience for guests. They offer a variety of mouthwatering roasts, including succulent roasted beef, tender roast chicken, and flavourful roast lamb, all served with an array of traditional accompaniments like Yorkshire puddings, roast potatoes, and seasonal vegetables. Whether you’re a meat lover or prefer a vegetarian option, the DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole ensures that everyone can savour a delicious Sunday lunch. With its elegant ambiance and impeccable service, it’s the perfect place to gather with family and friends and indulge in a hearty and satisfying meal.
Bohemia is a deceptively large bar, all day eatery and music venue in the heart of the Lanes. Set over three floors with a mix of gothic and modish interior. Sunday lunches or Brighton Sunday roasts are served with chicken, beef and vegan options as well as children’s portions. All come accompanied with seasonal veg, lashings of gravy and obligatory roasties in plentiful quantities.
The Dorset brings you everything you long for in a country pub, right in the centre of town – A rustic interior, a classic pub grub menu, alfresco dining and a welcoming, friendly front of house team. Not only is their A La Carte menu top notch, but they also offer a brilliant Sunday Roast menu with plenty of variety. Choose from a selection of meats or vegetarian options, all served with roast potatoes, cauliflower cheese, seasonal vegetables and a good old Yorkshire pudding.
Malmaison has kept Sunday Lunch simple with just one meat choice on their Roast Card. Their star of the show, the Grass Fed Sirloin of Beef, is known for its exceptional quality. However, the A la Carte menu is available every day, and on Sunday’s you can pair any of those dishes with full roast trimmings. Result. Enjoy sides such as Yorkshire puddings, cauliflower cheese, crispy potatoes, and broccoli. The atmosphere at Malmaison encourages quality time with loved ones. Park up for free, or jump on the number 7 bus and enjoy a scenic seafront walk past the Marina before or after your meal.
Petit Pois is a popular French style bistro on Ship Street serving a delicious roast menu on Sunday’s. Three meat options are available, plus one vegetarian option, all served with roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, honey roast carrots and a red wine jus. With a purely French wine list to choose from, sip on a heady Bordeaux or a lighter Gamay for the ultimate Petit Pois dining experience. Booking in advance is advisable as this is a popular spot for Brighton Sunday roast seekers.
Brighton’s first vegan pub, The Roundhill, is situated away from the hustle and bustle near Fiveways and The Level. The outside seating provides a lovely spot on a sunny afternoon, and it’s family-friendly, welcoming dogs, so you can bring the whole family along. With a choice of three delicious vegan mains, each accompanied by a whole roster of trimmings, including a Yorkshire pudding (yes, vegan-friendly!), rich red wine gravy, garlic roast potatoes, buttered carrots, and much more. Booking ahead is advised.
Adjoining The Cricketers saloon bar is a coach house dining space with ample space for getting together for some Sunday lunch. In addition to a classic Brighton Sunday lunch menu the kitchen also serves a range of sandwiches and classic pub fare (burgers, fish and chips), so you’re not stuck for choice. But let’s face it, if you’re on this page, you probably want the full works, which The Cricketers deliver excellently. Located in Brighton’s historic Lanes.
Savour a unique Sunday dining experience at terre à terre in Brighton, where each dish reinvents traditional expectations with a flair for creativity and sustainability. Start your meal with a choice of inventive aperitifs, then enjoy globally-inspired starters like the Middle Eastern Cauli Fritter Za’atar and the vibrant Victoria Dholka. For mains, indulge in the signature rostis, masterfully crafted with local, seasonal ingredients. Complement your feast with a selection of organic beverages. terre à terre will transform your Sunday into something extraordinary.
The Mesmerist, set in the heart of Brighton’s Lanes, serves up a Southern-inspired Sunday feast that’s hard to resist. Tuck into slow-smoked meats, indulgent BBQ platters, and comforting sides, all crafted with care by Red Dog at The Mesmerist. Whether you’re craving hickory-smoked brisket, pulled jackfruit, or juicy ribs, there’s something for everyone. Pair it with a Bloody Mary or a fine wine selection for the perfect weekend wind-down.
The Sunday roasts at White Horses in Rottingdean are a culinary delight, featuring dishes like the 28-day Dry Aged Roast Beef, paired with braised ox cheek and creamy horseradish sauce. For a different flavour, try the Half Roast Chicken, served with fragrant sage and apricot stuffing, creamy bread sauce, and succulent honey-glazed chipolatas. Vegetarians will love the Roast Cauliflower Wellington, resting on a delicate bed of butterbean purée with herby accents. Enjoy these indulgent dishes while taking in stunning sea views in a relaxed coastal setting.
The Cleveland Arms is a popular local Brighton pub with a warm atmosphere and a friendly team. Popular with families due to its excellent kids’ menu and nearby parks, Sundays, however, are a particular favourite. The Cleveland Sunday roasts have scored a top-10 spot in the BRAVOs as well as national awards. They pride themselves on using local producers, making the most of the fabulous bounty on our doorsteps, which really shows in the flavoursome Sunday offering.
But isn’t the Salt Room all about fish? Well, friends yes it is, however, their famous Josper Oven cooks meat too well to pass up the opportunity of providing Brighton a banging roast dinner! Meant for sharing, their roast comes with plenty of options for sides, and with their meat being the highest quality you can be sure that it will be melt-in-the-mouth standard.
The Chimney House offers a delightful selection of Brighton Sunday lunches and roast dinners, featuring options like beef, pork, lamb, chicken, or a vegetarian wellington. In addition to the Sunday roast, they also offer other tempting mains such as fish and chips, burgers, and more. Indulge your sweet tooth with one of their delectable desserts to conclude your Sunday lunch experience. Conveniently located just north of the Seven Dials and the Old Shoreham Rd, and east of Dyke Road, The Chimney House is the perfect destination for a satisfying weekend meal.
Brighton is packed with great spots for Sunday lunch, and now The Bell Tower (formerly Daddy Longlegs) joins the list! Serving from 12-5, their Sunday roasts offer elevated flavours and top-notch ingredients. Highlights include Smoked Beef Picanha, Slow Cooked Rolled Pork Belly, and Stuffed Filo Pastry, all served with trimmings like grilled carrots with pesto, roast beet puree, and herb roasties. For extra indulgence, try sides like their Jumbo Pigs in Blanket. Kids get in on the fun too, with half-size portions or other tasty options to choose from.
Nostos at Inn on the Square brings a Mediterranean twist to the classic Sunday roast in the heart of Brighton. Served every Sunday from 12–6 PM, expect perfectly roasted meats, crispy potatoes, rich gravies, and vibrant sides, all crafted with Nostos’ signature bold flavours. Set within the welcoming atmosphere of Inn on the Square, it’s the perfect spot to gather with friends and family, enjoy great food, and soak up the relaxed pub vibes.
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Once a month Wild Flor host their Sunday Club where they serve their Sunday feast. A seasonal three course set menu is available with a vegetarian option if you let them know when booking. The feast will begin with a welcome drink and selection of table snacks to start your Sunday feast experience. As the menu changes monthly you’ll find a new offering at each sitting and there are always exciting wine pairing suggestions for each new course. The three course feast with snacks is £65 per person. If you opt for the wine pairing this is an additional £30 per person.
The Pourhouse in Hove is a wine bar and late lounge with an award-winning sommelier, ensuring the perfect wine pairing for every dish. Their Sunday Roast with a twist offers small plates for sharing of slow-braised meats, creative vegetarian options, and vibrant seasonal sides – all served with a Yorkshire pudding. With expertly curated wines and a fresh take on Sunday dining, The Pourhouse is the place to unwind with great food and exceptional wine in a relaxed, stylish setting.
The Better Half is a traditional pub that serves great food. Located in Hove, it’s one the oldest pubs in the area and is tucked away. The cosy pub is decorated with traditional furnishings yet with a modern twist, and the log burner is the perfect spot to sit in the winter. Serving Sunday Roasts from 12pm to 6:30pm. There’s the choice of four meats, two vegetarian options, and children’s portions for £8. Choose from beef, lamb, pork or chicken. From the vegetarian options there’s a seitan roasted ‘lamb’ or seasonal wellington which come with all of the delicious trimmings. If you have room for something sweet, there’s a dessert menu with four sweet dishes or a cheeseboard to choose from. Be sure to book in advance so you don’t miss out.
Hove Place is a traditional Hove pub with one of the biggest outdoor spaces to eat and drink in the area. There is lots of sheltered seating in their large heated garden which makes for a traditional setting with a good selection of ales and wines. Hove Place also deliver a quality Sunday roast – book in advance to avoid disappointment.
The Farm Tavern in Hove serve the traditional Sunday spread with a delicious vegan roast and children’s menu. Tempting sides such as cauliflower cheese and pigs in blankets are the stuff Sunday dreams are made of. For those who enjoy a Bloody Mary, there’s The Farm Tavern’s signature Mary’s to choose from.
Roast with a view, that’s one way to make a Sunday Roast even better! Rockwater Hove offers more than a roast for Sunday dinner, they offer one of the best views in the city while you tuck into your Yorkshire Puds. Their Roasts on a Roof are served up in their gorgeous roof terrace giving panoramic views of the city and sea as you dine. Choose from 8hr Braised Shoulder of Lamb, Dry Aged Roast Sirloin of Beef, Fish Pie, Chicken Supreme or a Root Vegetable Pithivier with lashings of Juniper Gravy. The starters, sides and desserts are just as tempting. You can indulge in a two or three courses at a set price of £34 or £40, or you can choose individual dishes that will sate your Sunday desires.
Hove’s neighbourhood bar, Tapestry, sets the bar high with its Sunday roasts. Continuing their sharing ethos, each roast is served family-style. Each guest receives a plate with their choice of meat or non-meat main, while the table is adorned with seasonal vegetables, perfect roast potatoes, along with extras available like cauliflower cheese and pigs in blankets for all to enjoy. Elevate your Sunday roast experience with Bottomless Sundays, where you can indulge in bottomless drinks for 1.5 hours alongside unlimited veggies and roasties!
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At Poco in Alfriston, there’s no menu for Sunday roast – you simply get it all, and it’s bottomless! Served family-style, the roast arrives in the centre of your table, allowing you to help yourself as much as you like, with refills whenever it runs out. The feast includes tender Salt Marsh lamb shoulder, East Sussex porchetta, and a vegan option featuring oven-roasted squash with mushroom risotto. Accompanied by roasted potatoes, parsnips, sweet carrots, creamed garlic leeks, char-grilled hispi cabbage, and French green beans, plus salsa verde and rich gravy, this is Sunday dining at its finest. Poco’s Sunday roasts are available seasonally, so check their availability ahead of time.
Looking for the perfect Sunday outing? Look no further than The Jolly Sportsman in East Chiltington, arguably one of the most picturesque pubs in Sussex. Their Sunday roast menu features a delightful selection of main dishes, including Braised English lamb, Sussex pork loin, 32-day aged English sirloin cooked on the bone, and Smoked treacle glazed Kentish celeriac.
Set in a stunning Sussex pub and B & B, expect a charming and picturesque setting that’s both child and dog-friendly, with plenty of hidden nooks to discover. And if Sunday classics aren’t your first choice, fear not! The menu also offers other pub classics like fish of the day, pie of the day, and even oysters.
Sundays at The Duck Inn, Rottingdean, are all about hearty roasts, comforting flavours, and seasonal British produce. Served in the cosy setting of this 19th-century pub, the Sunday menu showcases local ingredients cooked with care. Options might include braised South Down lamb, honey mustard glazed ham, and a delicious stuffed portobello mushroom for vegetarians. Each plate is thoughtfully prepared by head chef James, whose experience in top kitchens shines through. Whether you’re fresh from a South Downs walk or settling in for a relaxed afternoon, the Sunday roast here is a true local favourite.
Escape to The Eight Bells Jevington for a perfect countryside Sunday lunch after a long walk with your dog – it’s just what you need.
Their weekly roasts are complemented by classic mains like fish and chips or 28-day aged roast sirloin of beef. Plant-based options, like the wild mushroom ‘steak,’ are also on offer, and don’t forget to indulge in one of their delicious puddings – because who can resist a sweet treat?
Sundays at TERRA Restaurant offer a delightful treat with their Sunday lunch. Choose from a variety of roast joints, fish, and plant-based options, all sourced from local producers, ensuring fresh ingredients and support for the local community. Don’t miss their highly recommended Sunday roast sharing platters. Enjoy the garden on warmer days, complete with fire pits and spectacular views of the downs. Live music may accompany your Sunday afternoon. In summer, indulge in their BBQ option, featuring a full chicken with shareable sides for everyone to get stuck in.
The Brits are well known for their love of roasts, and Morley’s Bistro does not let the team down. They offer a great Sunday menu for both the omnivore and herbivore alike. Their ingredients are sustainable and locally sourced, so expect a fantastic selection of seasonal veg to accompany your choice roast.
Situated in the foot of the Southdowns National Park and only 15 minutes outside of Brighton is The New Inn, a gastropub with Grade II listed charm and a heartfelt welcome. Meat is locally sourced and a lot of vegetables are grown in their own garden making freshness a real key to their success, Sunday roasts are an event at The New Inn and booking is strongly recommended. Serving five roast options on the menu where the meat is finished in the Josper oven for the ultimate Sunday roast experience. There’s also a vegetarian option and children can join in with a smaller portion at half price
Just ten minutes east of Brighton one will find the exquisite village of Rottingdean nestled on the Sussex coastline, and it is here you will find the vibrant local pub, the Plough Inn. Offering Phil Bartley’s classic pub menu with a modern twist along with his famous ‘Bartley Roasts’, this venue caters for everybody. And a great spot for a Sunday stroll.
Deco at Saltdean Lido serves incredible Sunday roasts, perfect for a relaxing weekend meal. Their signature roasts include succulent Trenchmore Farm Wagyu Beef, tender Roast Belly of Sussex Pork, and flavourful Slow Roast Shoulder of South Downs Lamb. Vegetarians and vegans will love the Vegan Squash, Walnut & Spinach Wellington. For a classic option, try the Free Range Sussex Chicken. Accompanied by a selection of perfectly cooked sides, these roasts offer something for everyone. Alongside their small plates menu, Deco provides a delightful dining experience in a beautiful Sussex setting, making Sundays extra special for all.
The Sportsman in Goddards Green offers a delicious Sunday roast menu, featuring options like roasted loin of Sussex pork with sausage meat and sage stuffing, roasted chicken supreme, Sussex Southdown Cross lamb, and a hearty nut roast with wild mushroom gravy.
Each roast is served with crispy potatoes, fresh vegetables, Yorkshire pudding, and rich gravy.
Housed in two former Sussex pubs, the Grade II-listed Magpie and Sportsman, this traditional beer house has become a cherished part of village life, serving quality food and real ales just north of Hurstpierpoint.
No 34 in Lewes offers a Sunday lunch that’s perfect for sharing. Served family-style, the roast features your choice of Roast Chicken or Beef, complemented by crispy potatoes, seasonal sides, and homemade jus. Halfway up the High Street, this elegant wine bar is an irresistible spot to gather with friends or family. Don’t miss the chance to indulge in their delicious cheese plate and desserts to round off your meal. With its welcoming atmosphere and carefully curated menu, No. 34 makes Sunday lunch a truly special experience.
