The Black Lion

Description

A Brighton institution favoured by both clued up locals and Brighton visitors looking for excellent food and great music selections - The Black Lion, just one block away from the beach in the heart of Brighton's Lanes, is a pub that can be as laid back as it can be raucous.

Found on Black Lion street (funnily enough), the pub has been around since its days as The Black Lion Brewery in the mid 1500s. Now, with its people-watching-friendly front terrace, deceptively large beer garden, local artwork and murals and friendly, speedy service, it's a great all rounder every day of the week. The Black Lion has changed greatly over the centuries, yet still manages to maintain that local boozer charm, whether you're there on a weekend for their DJ nights of hip hop, funk, soul, ska, to a quick tipple and some food with a live band during the week. 

Sunday roasts always draw a crowd at The Black Lion, where hearty classics are made using locally sourced ingredients. But what about something of the liquid variety? Whilst The Black Lion boasts a cool selection of local craft beers and ales, there's a cracking cocktail surprise in store too. From famed classics and signature concoctions to the best Bloody Marys in the city, The Black Lion has all your booze bases covered. 

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FRIDAYS @ BLACK LION
The Black Lion has its roots firmly in the Brighton live music scene Our epic Friday nights usually kick off from 10pm with DJs playing backto…

Every Friday

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SATURDAYS @ BLACK LION
The Black Lion has its roots firmly in the Brighton live music scene Our epic Saturday nights usually kick off from 5pm with DJs playing back…

Every Saturday

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Offers

Offer Availability
Two for One Cocktails
Wednesday 20:00 – 23:00
Marg Mondays - £6.50 each
Monday 20:00 – 23:00
3 Plates for £25
Tuesday 12:00 – 21:00

Vouchers

Gift Card
£5 - £50

Info

  • Taking Bookings
  • Dance floor
  • Wheelchair Access, Disabled Toilets
  • None
  • Casual
  • 18
  • Indie , Rock , Retro
  • Garden, Patio, Heated Outdoor Space
  • No queues normally

Hours

Day Open Close Notes
Monday 12:00 2:00 Kitchen closes at 9pm
Tuesday 12:00 2:00 Kitchen closes at 9pm
Wednesday 12:00 2:00 Kitchen closes at 9pm
Thursday 12:00 2:00 Kitchen closes at 9pm
Friday 12:00 3:00 Kitchen closes at 9pm
Saturday 12:00 3:00 Kitchen closes at 8pm
Sunday 12:00 2:00 Kitchen closes at 6pm

Location

Address

The Black Lion, 14, Black Lion Street, BN1 1ND

Area

The Lanes

Menus

  • Cuisines

    This venue serves Pub Food, British, Burgers and Roast Dinner food.

  • A word from the chef:

    Our food is all about getting back to basics, using local, seasonal and fresh ingredients in classic dishes - keeping to traditional pub favourites - with a Black Lion twist. Expect great gastro comfort food, that's totally packed full of flavour. Book for one of the best Roasts in Brighton - served every Sunday (September-June) with meat, veggie and vegan options. Kitchen opening times: Monday-Friday 12pm til 9pm Saturday - 12pm til 8pm Sunday - 12pm til 6pm

Private Hire

Name Type Capacity
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Cost Min spend
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Weekend*
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* The minimum spends are a guideline only and vary according to the day and time of the year.

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