Restaurants in Brighton
From pre-hen night dabbles to those tummy-tickling first date nights, there's no shortage of restaurants in Brighton to choose from for your night out. Whether you're inspired by charcoal-flavoured fancies, have a hankering for crafty American patties or simply classic French cuisine, we've compiled a list of great restaurants for all you foodies to continue your culinary adventures. Check out our recommendations for the very best restaurants in Brighton, be you a seafood lover or burger baron, there's something for everyone.
Last updated on 9th May 2022
Brighton is full of quirky spots and the Tempest Inn is no different. Located in a cave, this Brighton restaurant knows how to put on a good spread. Head there on the weekends for a bottomless brunch while during the week various supper clubs host evenings with everything from African feasts to vegan deliciousness.
Brighton's North Laine Pub and Brewery has been pulling in crowds from all over with its impressive selection of craft beers and local ales. But it's the venue's food menu that's really caught out eye. With sharing boards, hearty roast dinners, fresh catch-of-the-day dishes and moreish bar snacks, the venue's chefs have mastered traditional gastro menus.
Boasting one of the only real charcoal ovens in Brighton, you can sure expect a premium selection of smoked meats at The Coal Shed. Infamous for their Scottish steaks and robust flavours, this meat and fish restaurant is perfect for an indulgent meal in Brighton or something just that little more special. From a private dining room to bring your own bottle nights on a Monday, The Coal Shed is a premium foodie spot.
We all know that Brighton is a top tier destination for international dishes and cultures, but who knew we would come up so trumps when it came to curry and Eastern cuisine? A more upmarket take on your regular Saturday night Korma, Indian Summer are introducing Indian cuisine into the 21st Century, all the time maintaining their relationship with classic dishes and spices.
One of the prettiest restaurants on Preston Road, this gorgeous Japanese izakaya bar offers a stunning selection of plates and cocktails along with a few other little surprises. From succulent meat and fish plucked straight off their robata grill, to their quirky karaoke room, they're swiftly making a name of themselves as one of Brighton's best restaurants.
Whilst known for their garden inspired rooftop bar, molecularly creative cocktails and home in a traditional Edwardian building in The Lanes, Bohemia do harbour a slick dining restaurant that you'll be pleased to have stopped by at. Contemporary yet classic, Bohemia's restaurant serve British dishes with a little gastronomic flair, all locally sourced and ethically hand made at pocket friendly prices.
French cuisine is the dish of the day at Plateau where locally sourced small plates balance rather well with what could possibly one of the biggest wine menu's in Brighton. Perfect for a special night with that special someone, there's an air of romance at Plateau, but then again, that could be the great wine menu that we mentioned earlier. From small sharing dishes to great local fish, this laid back restaurant bar is just the ticket.
There is nothing better than good steak cooked just how you like it, and that is exactly what's on offer at the Waterside Restaurant. Alongside British dishes with a twist and wonderful Sunday roasts, they offer four different cuts of steak, cooked exactly how you like. Now that's a seaside restaurant!
If American inspired burgers are what you want, then bountiful American inspired burgers are what you're going to get. Influenced by all things Stateside, the patties at MEATliquour are booming, with no space reserved for vegetarians. Offset with an incredibly urban venue boasting locally sourced neons and creative carnival vibes, this is sure to be like no burger you've ever had before.