It can mend a broken heart and it works better on a cold winter's day than a hot water bottle; can you tell what it is yet? Of course, it's the Sunday roast. Having been around since the 15th century, it's maintained its traditional status by gracing our lunchtime plates every weekend and crowning them with a golden Yorkshire pudding. From lashings of gravy and locally sourced vegetables to premium cuts of meat and mouthwatering nut loaves, these pubs on the South Coast know a thing or two about this hearty traditional feast, which is why we're here to help you find the best Sunday roast Brighton has to offer with our recommendations.
When it comes to Sunday roasts in Brighton, The White Rabbit quietly serves up one of the best in town. This North Laine gem may be small, but it knows its way around a plate of roasties.
The 'Rabbit Food' menu is full of comforting classics, and their roast, served with all the trimmings, is a local favourite for good reason. Inside, the décor is eclectic and inviting, while the garden offers a peaceful spot to dig in if the weather plays nice.
The Dorset has got to be in the mix when it comes to a classic boozer with a great roast dinner. An iconic watering hole that's been around for almost 200 years, this pub is well-versed in the art of fluffy potatoes, rich gravy and juicy meats. Their menu keeps things simple between three options: a roasted free-range garlic and herb chicken, slow-roasted sirloin of Sussex beef and a seasonal vegetable Wellington - there's even a kids affair that provides a smaller portion of all the classics, and there's the option to add on pigs in blankets and cauliflower cheese for everyone, of course.
One of Brighton's oldest pubs, The Victory charms locals and tourists alike with its traditional features and quaint decor, making it the perfect place for a Sunday roast in Brighton. Nestle into one of its nooks and enjoy a hefty plate of topside roast beef, a beetroot and butternut squash Wellington, or one filled with creamy brie, mushrooms and cranberries if you're looking for a vegetarian feast. You'll find Yorkshire puddings to accompany, as well as glazed parsnips, swede mash and cauliflower cheese. Stunning.
You'll find Downs Hotel located in Woodingdean, Brighton, boasting a great menu with high-quality dishes that can be enjoyed in its quirky dining room or outside, in the expansive beer garden. The main dining room is adorned with bulbs hanging from ropes, giving it a nautical feel, as well as various vases and books adding an eclectic vibe. The roast here is a fantastic one for an affordable price - look forward to pork loin (£15.50) served with crispy pork crackling, or a triple roast (£17) that features a bit of everything, as well as orange and fig stuffing.
Tucked away in Kemptown is St George's Inn, a characterful boozer that plays cool rock 'n' roll music and is decked out with low-hanging, industrial-style lighting, exposed brick walls and pretty plants. Come here on a Sunday and you'll find roasts made with locally sourced produce - some of the best in Sussex, in fact. On the menu? Smoked garlic and truffle free-range chicken (£15), cashew and mushroom Wellington (£15) or sirloin of beef (£18) to name a few, all accompanied by duck fat roasted potatoes. Oh, and we almost forgot apple crumble for dessert.
If you're not taking in the delights of North Laine Brewhouse's microbrewery or supping away on one of their exclusive craft beers across 26 taps, you're sure to be found at a table with all attention on the best Sunday roast in Brighton city centre. You'll find a menu packing classics here for a reasonable price (£15.95). Tuck into garlic and rosemary topside of beef, lemon and thyme chicken, honey cider pork belly or a mixed seasonal vegetable and mushroom Wellington, all served with the likes of sweet potato puree, stuffing balls and cauliflower cheese croquettes. Delicious.
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While Shakespeare's Head is known for its absolutely banging sausages and mash (offering eleven different varieties), it also packs a punch in the roast department. Clearly, the wholesome Seven Dials spot knows a thing or two about meat. Venture inside and you'll find an intimate boozer lined with board games and featuring vintage trinkets; perch at a wooden table and get your chops around braised lamb shank, lemon roasted Sussex chicken or a sweet potato and feta filo parcel, followed by a chocolate brownie served with vanilla ice cream or raspberry sorbet.
Looking for the best Sunday roast in Hove? Third Avenue offers a mouthwatering selection of roasts, including sirloin of beef, slow-cooked pork belly, and roast shoulder of lamb, all served with all the trimmings.
Enjoy your meal in a relaxed atmosphere, with Art Deco interiors and a heated terrace perfect for the cooler months. With a cosy and welcoming vibe, it's the ideal spot for your next Sunday roast.
For a Sunday roast, Brighton has plenty of cracking options and you can tuck into all of the trimmings at Grand Central. Sitting pretty just shy of the station, the welcoming pub revels in its charming interior (think velvet chairs and wooden flooring). You'll find it alive with hungry visitors on the weekend thanks to it central proximity, piling plates high with seasonal meats and vegetables. This boozer waves heavy nights goodbye, keeps families happy and so much more with its roast Norfolk chicken with pork, apricot and chestnut stuffing, and its Brazil, cashew and hazelnut nut roast.
Earth & Stars is a cool, lime-green-coloured eatery with a natural palette that lends itself to its name - it focuses on sourcing quality natural ales from local producers to go alongside its dishes. Boasting the best roast in Brighton, this North Laine boozer is all about the fluffy Yorkshire puddings and tasty vegetarian and vegan options. Tuck into plates of lemon and thyme roasted, corn-fed chicken alongside agave mustard rainbow carrots and buttered greens, or dig into 30-day dry-aged beef rump, with an extra helping of Romanesco cauliflower cheese, followed by sticky toffee pudding with a dollop of vanilla ice cream.
For the best Sunday roast in Brighton, look no further than Stanmer House. Situated in the picturesque Stanmer Park, this historic Georgian manor house is known for its mouthwatering roasts, including options like slow-roasted belly of pork, Sussex leg of lamb, and vegan Wellington.
All roasts are served with a generous selection of sides, including garlic and herb roast potatoes, cauliflower cheese, and pigs in blankets. Whether you're craving a traditional beef roast or something a little different, Stanmer House offers an unforgettable Sunday roast experience in a stunning and relaxing setting
The Cricketers is a Sunday roast pub that's serving up piled-high plates of the stuff across beautiful, Victorian surroundings. The historical boozer comes complete with arched ceilings, maroon furnishings and a botanical garden, as well as a kitchen that puts together a mean weekend meal. Munch on squash, walnut and mushroom Wellingtons, rolled belly of Dingley Dell pork, shoulder of South Downs lamb and more, all served alongside potatoes and seasonal greens. If you're feeling extra hungry, add on some sides like pork and apricot stuffing balls for £4.75 more, or cauliflower and cheddar cheese for £4.95.
See off the weekend in style over at Hove's cool, neighbourhood hangout Tapestry. The space comes complete with modern interiors that make a great Instagram photo - think rich, red velvet sofas, forest green walls and golden orbs of light illuminating the dining room. There's plenty on the menu to sink your teeth into, from roast rolled lamb shoulder to a squash and sage Wellington, served with all the trimmings of course. You can even upgrade on Sundays to a bottomless affair - an extra £30 will bag you free-flowing prosecco.
The Walrus on Ship Street really knows how to host a Sunday session. Not only does it boast eclectic interiors across various rooms, but it also features winding passageways, a pretty rooftop garden and a classic dining room where you can feast on classic French fare, as well as a mighty roast come the weekend. If you can't make up your mind, chow down on a trio of roasts featuring sirloin of beef, chicken breast and pork belly for £23, or opt for a lentil, mushroom and vegetable Wellington for a less meaty affair.
Specialising in glorious grilled meats, The Coal Shed's Josper Oven cooks up a beautiful banquet of top-quality cuts and chops, and contrasting with the traditional pub approach, serves up their meaty munch and veg with a cool, contemporary lip-smacking twist. Wolf down a 500g 35-day, dry-aged roast sirloin or, alternatively, tuck into their whole roast chicken with stuffing.
Offering the full works every Sunday, this great gastropub is only moments from the beachfront and is the perfect spot to delight in a cracking roast. The Kemp is at the heart of the community, with its shabby chic decor, quirky artwork and royal blue walls. Its kitchen also happens to be acclaimed, so head down and get stuck into their plates of pork belly with apple sauce. If you're eating plant-based then you'll be thrilled to find the best vegan Sunday roast Brighton has to offer here in the form of grilled aubergine, pine nuts, chermoula and a Yorkshire pudding (made without dairy).
Free bottle of house wine or prosecco when booking a roast for 6 or more guests!
It drinks, it dances and it serves up a mean roast dinner - is there anything The Mesmerist can't do? Head down to this fabled spot that spans three floors and boasts four bars (as well as a secret roof garden) every Sunday and you'll find a variety of droolworthy plates to choose from. See what tickles your fancy from a menu packing sirloin of beef served pink alongside a dollop of horseradish, or a mushroom, chickpea and tarragon filling on a bed of flaky pastry, both dished up with all the trimmings and drizzled in a red wine gravy.
Tutto's take on the Sunday roast reimagines tradition with a distinctly Italian twist. Think slow-cooked beef cheeks in red wine jus, porchetta with nduja gravy, and hearty sharing portions of lasagna al forno, all served with rustic charm and plenty of soul.
It's the ultimate Sunday indulgence - no rush, just good food, great wine, and quality time with your favourite people. Whether you're dining indoors or out on the terrace, it's a comforting and delicious way to end your weekend.
Indulge in a Sunday roast like no other at Catch & Grill in Hove. Choose from roast sirloin of beef, slow-cooked pork belly, roast shoulder of lamb, or roasted chicken, all served with traditional accompaniments: seasonal vegetables, roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding, cauliflower cheese, and rich gravy. For a vegetarian option, the vegetable Wellington is just as satisfying.
As well as an energetic, happening daytime spot only a short walk from the seaside, The Black Lion also serves up a mean, cheap Sunday roast in Brighton. The pub's been around since the mid-1500s, transforming from a brewery to a people-watching den with a large beer garden, terrace and snug interiors. Menu-wise, it boasts classic Sunday dishes that draw in a crowd and are all served with a Yorkshire pudding, of course. Get your knife and fork stuck into black pepper and garlic roasted sirloin of beef, served medium rare, or a Wellington filled with pink peppercorns, mushrooms, goats' cheese and beetroot.
Bow down at the altar of an awesome Brighton Sunday roast as weekends are a spectacle at The Lion and Lobster where no chair appears empty. The traditional, vintage-adorned boozer features plenty of cosy nooks for you to curl up in and delight in its menu which uses ingredients sourced from some of the best local suppliers. All served alongside roast potatoes and lashings of rich gravy (topped with a giant Yorkshire pudding, of course), striploin of beef (£19.75), pork belly and crackling (£18.50) and a vegetarian Wellington (£16) that can be made plant-based upon request are all up for devouring.
A charming pub and restaurant near Preston Park, The Park View is all about classic British plates done brilliantly. You'll find it letting in floods of natural light through large windows and fronting a relaxed, loft-like feel thanks to its exposed brick walls and multi-levels. The kitchen serves up a selection of spreads come Sunday; from a 21-day aged sirloin made to share served with pigs in blankets, stuffing and a red wine jus to a hearty nut roast drizzled in vegetable gravy, there's something for everyone.
Right on the seafront, Pearly Cow serves up prime cuts of meat with its charming sea views. With an open kitchen and lively atmosphere, it makes every Sunday roast feel like a special occasion.
Pull up a pew in its stylish dining room to tuck into Trenchmore roast beef, roast chicken, pork belly or a perfectly charred vegetable nut roast. Be sure to leave room for the trimmings, because there's plenty of them - from roast potatoes and Yorkshire pudding to cauliflower cheese and seasonal greens.
Located in Hove, The Farm Tavern is a real hidden gem of a gastro pub. This cosy space is filled with rustic wooden furniture and twinkling lights, regularly hosting cool events like drag bingo, DJ sets or even sea shanty nights.
Their Sunday roast menu offers a choice between plant-based haggis, pork belly, rump of beef or garlic and thyme chicken, served with all the trimmings, and there are kids' portions available too. Plus, there are locally sourced drinks to wash it all down with.
One of the cosiest spots in Seven Dials nestled on Dyke Road, Good Companions is friendly by name and friendly by nature. Offering snug interiors while retaining an authentic 20th-century charm, it fronts vintage posters, exposed brick walls and fireplaces, with a sprinkling of original period features thrown in for good measure. You'll uncover a mouthwatering roast dinner selection here, perfect for scarfing down alongside a pint of craft beer. Get your chops around some Suffolk slow-roasted pork belly (£17) or sweet potato, spinach and feta Wellington (£13), both served with garlic and rosemary potatoes and cheesy leek croquettes.
If your idea of a great Sunday roast involves flames, drama and big flavours, Embers does things differently. Tucked away in Brighton's Lanes, this fire-led restaurant cooks everything over open wood, bringing depth and smokiness to classic comfort dishes.
Founded by chefs Dave and Isaac, Embers treats Sundays with the same care as the rest of the week - quality seasonal ingredients, bold cooking and plates made for sharing. Expect beautifully cooked meats kissed by flame, standout vegetables and sides that don't feel like an afterthought, all served in a warm, theatrical space built around the fire itself.
