Hello friends,
Here you come again: the so-called “last hurrah of summer” late August Bank Holiday is upon us, which means one final long weekend to squeeze every last drop out of the season. Preferably at a table with friends, something delicious on a plate and a cup of ambition in hand.
And who knows? We might even get an Indian Summer. More on that in a bit.
As of this afternoon, the forecast is looking distinctly British. But water is needed and drizzle might prove reassuringly familiar. In the week that we said goodbye to the incomparable Dolly Parton, we remember one of her most enduring pearls of wisdom:
“If you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain.”
Either way, brunch can last ‘til lunch, roasts can command an entire afternoon, and drinks can be nursed into the night. Viva, Bank Holiday Brighton!
Photo credit: Adam Bronkhorst
BRAVO to these brunches – five of our favourites
A smattering of goodies, scattered across town, because it’s a Bank Holiday and your weekend is worth it.
- Jo & Co, Hove – All-day brunch done brilliantly, with build-your-own pancakes, shakshuka and top-quality local produce.
- Starfish & Coffee, Queen’s Park – A much-loved local favourite serving creative brunches, excellent coffee and some seriously good seasonal specials.
- Moksha, North Laine – A Brighton institution where legendary hash browns, fluffy pancakes and hearty shakshuka make brunch worth queuing for.
- À Table, Kemptown – Mediterranean-inspired brunch with Turkish eggs, spicy shakshuka and a gorgeous hidden garden to enjoy it in.
- Embers, The Lanes – Brunch gets a smoky, fire-cooked makeover here, from wood-fired breakfasts to steak and eggs.
Discover the BRAVO Awards 2026 Best Brunch winners here.
The Vibe: Cool stuff on our Bank Holiday radar
- Roedean Café, 30 August – Brighton Mod Weekender sees scooters set off at 1:30pm in a nod to the sharp-suited, swinging Sixties.
- The New Inn, Hurstpierpoint, 29 August – Live music from Martha Hitt Band in the garden 7-10pm, with an Ibiza-style DJ garden party on the Sunday with Spanish food goodies by Paella Fella.
- Rockwater Hove, 29 August – Flipside X Rockwater brings Ibiza to Hove, from 6pm – get tickets and dance!
- Hove Place, 29 August – Sundown Sounds, 1–9pm
- The Sportsman, 30 August – The South Sounds Sunday Session, 3-10pm
- Moyos Burgers at The Islingword, 30 August – Reggae Reggae Soul BBQ, 1–5pm
- Cin Cin Hove, 30 August – Bank Holiday Sunday Lunch, 12.30–4pm, with a
free spritz on arrival!
Check out our full Bank Holiday Brighton round-up.
Coppa load of this: £5 drinks
Coppa Club’s compelling ‘Meet us at the Bar’ £5 drinks offer is back on 1 September. From 4-6pm every Monday to Thursday, enjoy a single Absolut vodka, Beefeater gin or Havana rum and mixer, a pint of Asahi or Aspall, a 175ml glass of wine – House White, Red or Rosé – Les Boules Blanc, Sangiovese, Novità or Pinot Grigio Blush, Novità, a Negroni or non-alcoholic Popstar Martini for a fiver!
Indian Summer: Something hot is coming
We wish we could share full details now, but it’s TOP SECRET until Sunday, when the Indian Summer team and Restaurants Brighton will reveal a hot new launch on Instagram. Keep your eyes peeled for some hot, meaty gossip! *Sets reminder to check Insta on 30 August*
WIN: Lost in the Lanes!
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Editor’s Picks
- The brilliant Bayon Bakery has some Bank Holiday specials in the oven – think Jaffa Cake croissants, focaccia with cinnamon sugar, and lemon iced Madeleines.
- The excellent etch. launches its autumn menu on 1 September, and did someone say Tunworth Cheese Crumpet? Book now to taste it all first.
- The wonderful Wild Flor August Sunday Lunch Club is on 30 August at 1:30pm with
- allotment goodies and peak season produce paired with easy-going but remarkable wines.
- The cracking Coconut Island transports you to Sri Lankan street food, tropical drinks and island vibes heaven. Get sunny again with their Signature Cocktails selection!
RB Diary
Torsten will be going Full English at Harbour Hotel’s HarBar + Kitchen, and lunching with some of the best views around at The White Horses in Rottingdean. Emma and Jude are swinging by Mowgli tonight, ahead of their new look and new menu launch tomorrow. Remember: the first 100 guests from midday on 28 August get their meal for free!
We will always love you,
Torsten and Team RB x
