A lively
seafront district with some of the greatest food South of London?
There's only one spot that fits that description. We've
rounded up the best restaurants in Kemptown, Brighton, from quality
gastro pubs to an iconic cabaret venue and the UK's first ever
vegan pizzeria.
This gastro pub in Kemptown, Brighton, is bound to become one of your favourite watering holes after the first visit. Feel cosy as ever in this intimate, dimly-lit space, whether you're there for a friendly catch-up, their ace quiz night or some dog-spotting. Food includes tasty small plates and amazing burgers.
Quirky Brighton pub Sidewinder is a great place to socialise over some top-notch grub and drinks. Settle in for a laid-back sesh fuelled by guest beers and goblet-sized G&Ts, whether you're inside on the cosy sofas or out in the leafy beer garden. The Italian-American food menu features a selection of epic subs.
If you're keen to get out the house but still want that homely environment, let us introduce you to The Kemp. Spend a wholesome day or evening at this warm and welcoming boozer, where you'll find elevated pub grub alongside Mediterranean sharing plates and one of the best Sunday roasts.
Situated just a five-minute walk from the beach, The Gothic Crab is a charming seafood restaurant with a unique them. Expect quirky, dark interiors and an enticing menu, designed to get your hands dirty.
They serve Cajun-inspired seafood boils, as well as beautifully presented platters for something a little more dainty. We're talking crab, lobster, mussels, oysters and so much more.
Purezza is one of the best Italian restaurants in Kemptown, and it also happens to be the UK's first vegan pizzeria. With Neapolitan slices donning unique flavours from carbonara to meatball marinara, this place has the power to convert even the most die-hard meat-eater.
In the iconic Drakes Hotel on Brighton's seafront, Dilsk is all about sustainable, ethically sourced British ingredients. Led by chef Tom Stephens and front-of-house manager Madeleine Riches, it serves up a four-course set menu and short tasting selection.
Expect dishes like Orkney scallop with lime leaf and bacon broth, Lyons Farm beef with oyster and truffle, and indulgent desserts like walnut parfait with whisky caramel. Over on the drinks list, there's more to love, from creative cocktails and fine wines to carefully considered non-alcoholic pairings.
One of the best restaurants in Kemptown has to be Busby and Wilds. This gastro wonderland serves quality food within a charming pub environment, kitted out with plush booths and rustic fixtures. From slow-braised beer ragu to mussels and crab bisque, these dishes will leave you speechless.
