The Western Brighton, Town Centre
It’s rarely “All Quiet on the Western Front” in this funky central Brighton venue, contrary to the title of the famous First World War book of the same name.
Tap House
Billed as a “tap house” rather than a pub, The Western Brighton is a popular spot all year round that serves great drinks and decent food, in a handy location right by the mecca of Churchill Square. If you’re shopping till you drop you can rest your weary feet and quench your thirst on one of the benches in the suntrap of the ample outside seating area, or inside by a log fire when it’s chillier.
Always lively
You don’t often find such a dynamo combo, and inside it’s all hip industrial cool with regular DJs, live music on a Tuesday and events like the Brighton Tap Takeover. The second floor is also available for private hire if you want to throw your own bash.
Vodka, Craft Beer & Wine
Drinks are described on the website with four simple words: vodka, craft beer, wine.
And there’s a pride here at The Western Brighton in those words being well executed, so there’s an impressive imported vodka range, a solid wine list and quality craft beers and cask ales.
‘Eastern European meets Dirty Western’
Food is ‘East meets West’ but that doesn’t mean southeast Asian fare so common in pubs – instead it’s ‘Eastern European meets Dirty Western’ provided by the capable hands of catering company Space and Thyme, who also serve up tasty nosh at the Black Lion , the Signalman and Good Companions.
Starters and small bites are hearty, such as mac and cheese bites with Jalapeno, Hungarian flatbreads, ribs, nachos, wings and deep-fried pickles with sour cream. Mains are even more substantial: goulash with dumplings, fish and chips, burgers (with gluten free buns available, hurrah!) and kiev made with free-range chicken breast, which deserves ethical kudos for that alone. View the Menu for The Western here.
Private Hire
The Western have a great function room available for private hire for up to 60 people. A privately staffed bar plus drinks packages can also be arranged. With food from experienced caterers Space & Thyme, homemade food is available tailored to specific requirements in either buffet or menu format. Entertainment is also covered here with extensive music contacts and DJ’s on hand, providing the soundtrack to your special event.
