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Brighton’s Best Valentine’s Day Spots: Romantic Dining, Cocktails, and Unforgettable Experiences
Celebrate Brighton Valentine’s Day 2026 in style, with our ultimate guide to the most romantic restaurants in Brighton and Hove! Whether you’re toasting love with cupid-inspired cocktail bars in Brighton, indulging in Michelin-guide dining, or cosying up in a scenic Sussex country pub, Brighton Valentine’s Day has options for every mood. Whether it’s a fine dining evening or a stay in a romantic hotel, you’ll find the perfect spot. And if you’re looking to try somewhere new, our New Restaurants page has exciting choices just for this Valentine’s Day so you can try somewhere different.
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Start with drinks – Valentines Day Brighton
Cocktails have a way of setting the tone for the night ahead. Whether you’re meeting for a first date, easing into the evening before dinner, or simply lingering over something beautifully made, Brighton offers plenty of great spots to raise that first glass on Valentine’s Day.
From playful, inventive serves to more refined, intimate settings, the city’s cocktail scene caters to every kind of mood. If you’re looking for inspiration, our BRAVO 2025 Best Cocktail Bars guide is a great place to start, highlighting some of Brighton’s most loved spots for expertly mixed drinks.
And if you’re embracing Dry January or keeping things alcohol-free, our alcohol-free guide rounds up venues offering thoughtful low and no-alcohol options, proving that great cocktails don’t always need the booze.
Love is like a fine wine
Wine has long been associated with romance; complex, expressive and best enjoyed slowly. Whether you’re drawn to bold reds, crisp whites or something celebratory and sparkling, Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to choose a bottle (or a glass) worth lingering over.
Brighton’s wine scene offers plenty of inviting options for a relaxed, intimate evening, from cosy neighbourhood spots to laid-back aperitivo-style settings where small plates and thoughtfully chosen bottles encourage you to slow down and savour the moment.
If your ideal celebration involves discovering a new favourite bottle or settling into a snug corner with a glass in hand, our guides to Brighton’s BRAVO-winning wine lists and Sussex wine experiences are full of inspiration.
Romantic Dining for Valentine’s Day 2026
Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to slow down and enjoy a memorable meal together, and Brighton’s dining scene offers plenty of ways to celebrate in 2026.
Whether you’re drawn to fine dining experiences focused on seasonal, ingredient-led cooking, intimate neighbourhood restaurants perfect for lingering conversations, or more informal spots where grazing and sharing take centre stage, the city is full of options for a thoughtful Valentine’s celebration.
If you’re still deciding where to book, our guides to Brighton’s most romantic restaurants, fine dining spots, and small plates restaurants are a great place to start, helping you find the right setting, style and atmosphere for your perfect Valentine’s meal.
Push the boat out – Stay and Dine
If you’re in the mood for a bigger Valentine’s gesture, why not turn dinner into a getaway? Brighton and Hove offer plenty of opportunities to pair a memorable meal with an overnight stay.
From romantic hotels with destination dining to cosy coastal stays and spa-filled escapes, a stay-and-dine experience is the perfect way to make Valentine’s Day feel truly special.
For more inspiration, explore our Stay and Dine guide, packed with accommodation ideas, hidden gems and places to turn a Valentine’s dinner into a night away.
Food Experiences & Cookery Classes
If your idea of romance involves doing something side by side, Valentine’s Day is a great excuse to swap the traditional dinner booking for a more hands-on food experience. From cookery classes to relaxed, share-led dining, these experiences are all about connection, collaboration and enjoying great food at a slower pace.
Whether you fancy learning something new together, cooking a meal from scratch, or settling in for an indulgent, interactive dining experience, Brighton offers plenty of ways to make Valentine’s Day feel personal and memorable.
For more inspiration, explore our guide to Brighton cookery classes and unique food experiences, perfect for couples looking to celebrate Valentine’s Day a little differently.
Sunset Walks & Seafront Romance
Sometimes the most romantic moments don’t involve a table booking at all. A sunset walk along the seafront, wrapped up against the sea air, can be just as memorable, especially when paired with a cosy pub stop or a relaxed meal overlooking the water.
Valentine’s Day falls perfectly for a golden-hour stroll along Brighton’s iconic coastline, whether you’re wandering hand in hand along the promenade or heading towards Hove as the sky begins to fade. It’s an easy, unhurried way to slow down and enjoy the moment together.
If you’re planning to combine a walk with food or drinks, our guide to seafront restaurants in Brighton & Hove is full of inviting spots where you can warm up, settle in and continue the evening at a gentler pace.
Valentine’s Dining Experiences in Sussex
If you’re looking to turn Valentine’s Day into more than just an evening out, Sussex offers a wonderfully romantic backdrop for a destination dining experience. Rolling countryside, vineyard views and slower-paced meals make it ideal for couples keen to escape the city and savour the occasion from start to finish.
From leisurely lunches and afternoon teas to indulgent tasting menus enjoyed in peaceful rural settings, dining further afield allows you to slow down and celebrate Valentine’s Day at your own pace. Add in scenic walks, wine tastings or a countryside drive, and it becomes a day to remember rather than just a booking in the diary.
For inspiration, explore our guides to Sussex restaurants and pubs, Sussex vineyards, and wine tastings and tours – perfect for couples looking to celebrate Valentine’s Day a little further afield.
Spa Days & Relaxing Valentine’s Treats
Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to revolve around dinner reservations. Sometimes the most romantic gift is time to unwind together, whether that’s a couples massage, a spa day by the sea or a few quiet hours away from the city buzz.
Brighton & Hove is home to a range of spas and wellbeing spaces offering everything from indulgent treatments to full relaxation experiences, ideal for couples looking to slow the pace and focus on switching off together.
If you’re planning a calmer kind of Valentine’s Day, our guide to spa experiences in Brighton & Hove is full of ideas, from seaside spa days to restorative treatments that make a thoughtful alternative to the traditional night out.
Wine and dine at home this Valentines Day Brighton
Maybe staying in and keeping cosy is the only way for you this Valentine’s Day in Brighton. If you do decide to give going out miss then don’t miss out on the foodie fun and order something from our takeaway page – because all that loving needs nourishing!
Valentine’s Day Gift Vouchers
Not sure exactly where or when you’ll be celebrating Valentine’s Day? Gift vouchers are a thoughtful way to keep things flexible while still giving something special. Whether it’s a romantic dinner, a relaxed lunch or drinks with a view, they let your Valentine choose the experience that suits them best.
Restaurants Brighton gift vouchers can be used across a wide range of restaurants, bars and experiences in Brighton & Sussex, making them an ideal last-minute option or a perfect companion to Valentine’s plans already in the diary.
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This year Valentine’s Day in 2026 falls on a Saturday 14th February 2026. This means that restaurants in Brighton and Hove will probably host Valentine’s Day dinners before and after the 14th February 2026, so this will extend into the weekend.
Our Valentine’s Day Brighton page gives you all the special Valentine’s Day menus all in one place. From burger restaurants to halal restaurants, thai restaurants to Italian cuisine, this Valentine’s round up has something for everyone.
Our restaurants Brighton vouchers page gives you all the restaurant ideas for buying a gift voucher this Valentine’s Day. You can also visit our Sussex gifts page for more inspiration.
