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Brighton’s Best Valentine’s Day Spots: Romantic Dining, Cocktails, and Unforgettable Experiences
Celebrate Brighton Valentine’s Day 2025 in style, with our ultimate guide to the most romantic restaurants in Brighton and Hove! Whether you’re toasting love with cupid-inspired cocktails, indulging in Michelin-starred 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 relaxed setting you’re after, 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 play a triple role on Valentine’s Day in Brighton. They’re statement drinks – stunning to look at and a reflection of your style, perfect for a first date.
They also ease nerves, whether you’re feeling pre-date jitters or planning to pop a big question. Finally, with their dim lighting and cosy ambiance, cocktail bars set the ideal romantic mood. Looking for the perfect spot?
Explore our top picks of Brighton cocktail bars to make your Valentine’s unforgettable. Don’t miss the public-voted best cocktail bars from the 2024 BRAVO Awards—Brighton’s favourites, chosen by locals.
Pictured: The Cauldron ~ Create your own Love Potion this Valentines.
Love is like a fine wine
Alternatively, if wine is more your style, it can say a lot about you too—whether you’re into intense reds, playful whites, or bubbly fizz. Start your Brighton Valentine’s Day on the right note with Brighton’s best wine lists, avoiding any “sour grapes.”
Known for its aphrodisiac qualities, wine helps ease nerves and foster connections, while its poetic allure has made it a timeless symbol of love—complex, intoxicating, and deeply emotional. These Brighton wine bars promise superb wines, handpicked by expert teams you can trust.
Not a wine fan? No problem! Check out our Brighton pubs guide or Hove pubs guide for more options.
Pictured: Voted Brighton’s Best Wine List in 2024 – Fourth and Church.
Valentine’s Day GIFT VOUCHERS
Consider doing something a bit against the grain and plan a Brighton or Hove restaurant experience by exploring our Brighton gift vouchers page. This way, you won’t be venturing out on the busiest restaurant night of the year, but you can save it for a time that suits you, not just because it’s Valentine’s Day.
The Brighton vouchers page offers a range of options, from Asian restaurants to Italian cuisine, Sussex wine experiences to the best restaurants in Brighton. It might be a bit unconventional, but we like the idea of saving your Valentine’s Day night out for a different night!
Pictured: Dilsk at The Drakes Hotel.
Try Something New This Valentine’s Day
Brighton, Hove, and Sussex are buzzing with exciting new restaurant openings, perfect for a Valentine’s Day treat—just be quick before the tables fill up!
Fresh on the scene is El Bolillo, offering bold, fire-fuelled Mexican fine dining with hand-pressed masa and inventive sharing plates. Pearly Cow with it’s gorgeous, intimate interior and knockout dishes will bring the wow factor on this very special date night. Coconut Island delights with vibrant Sri Lankan dishes and exotic flavours. The Bell Tower is a cosy gastropub, blending traditional pub charm with elevated comfort food. Lastly, The Coal Shed has relocated, continuing its reputation for premium steaks and smoky grilled dishes.
Pictured: Pearly Cow which opened in November 2024
Romantic Dining for Valentine’s Day 2025
Valentine’s Day falls on a Friday this year, making it the perfect opportunity to enjoy a romantic weekend filled with incredible food and drink.
Many Brighton restaurants will offer special Valentine’s menus, designed to spark passion and delight your senses.
From extravagant evenings with roses and live music to more understated experiences focused on exceptional food and drink, there’s something for every style.
Whether you’re craving international flavours, Asian-inspired dishes, Japanese cuisine, or classic burgers, Brighton has endless options.
Celebrate love your way, and explore the BRAVO voted best restaurants in Brighton, as well as our Hove restaurants guide.
Pictured: Latino America in Hove
Wine Tasting Events
Make this Valentine’s Day in Brighton unique by booking a Wine Tasting event. It’s a fun and interactive activity that you can combine with a meal out.
Some places in Brighton boast award-winning wine lists, providing an excellent opportunity for celebration. If you’re feeling more adventurous, you could also consider a Sussex Wine Tasting tour to explore the local vineyards and enjoy the romantic atmosphere.
Pictured: Fourth and Church.
Top Valentine’s Day Dining Spots in Sussex
We’re incredibly fortunate in Brighton – not only do we have a vibrant city, but we’re also surrounded by stunning Sussex countryside, dotted with idyllic pubs and exceptional Sussex restaurants. From rolling downs to national parks and picturesque villages, you don’t have to go far to discover a charming Sussex country pub or a top-tier Sussex dining spot.
Local favourites include the award-winning Crabshack in Worthing, Terra at Tottington Manor, The Eight Bells in Jevington, Poco in Alfriston, No.34 in Lewes, The Jolly Sportsman in East Chiltington, The New Inn in Hurste, Morley’s, The Fig Tree, and many more hidden gems.
Pictured: The Jolly Sportsman.
Sunset walks – Valentines Day Brighton
Timing can make or break the magic of a date. The sun sets at 5.15pm on 14 February, so take advantage of the naturally romance enhancing beauty of the sun setting over the grand old lady that is the west pier with a seafront promenade (weather permitting). Along the way, you might spot one or two lovely igloos providing beautiful scenic views from the comfort of your own little bubble.
A clever person might even make a reservation in one in time for that sunset. Alternatively you may wish to try one of these Sussex walks and Sussex pubs, perhaps with your furry friend in tow.
Spice Up Your Valentine’s with a Brighton Cookery School Masterclass
Turn up the heat in the kitchen with a Brighton Cookery School couples masterclass.
Learn to create stunning dishes together while sipping sparkling wine, then enjoy your creations in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. These popular classes offer the perfect mix of fun, romance, and culinary skills—ideal for a Brighton Valentine’s Day. Be sure to book early as spaces fill quickly!
Explore all of our Brighton events and cookery classes to find the perfect experience for you and your Valentine’s Day date.
Valentine’s Day Food Gifts
If you’re looking for an alternative to the time-honoured romantic meal then consider one of these alternatives.
Food gifts from Sussex make fantastic Valentine’s treats for love ones.
Pictured: a gift box from The Secret Vineyard.
Wine and dine at home this Valentines Day Brighton
Maybe staying in and keeping cosy is the only way for you this Valentines 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!
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This year Valentine’s Day in 2025 falls on a Friday. This means that restaurants in Brighton and Hove will probably host Valentine’s Day dinners before and after the 14th February 2024, 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 restaurant 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.