Cafés & restaurants catering for all tastes. 24 June 2014
British & Modern European
Bardsley’s
Probably Brighton’s most popular fish ’n’ chip shop and restaurant with a large loyal clientele. Traditional and family-run with favourites and excellent daily fish specials. Open for lunch and dinner Tuesday to Saturday, it’s also a great party venue. There are massive fish platters and seasonal seafood, plus vegetarian choices. Fully licensed.
Bardsley’s, 22–23a Baker Street, Brighton,
BN1 4JN, 01273 681256,
www.bardsleys-fishandchips.co.uk
Coggings & Co
Coggings & Co is all about great burgers, made with local ingredients sourced with care, prepared with skill and served with warmth.
We serve the best burgers you’ve ever tasted with a delicious set of sides and puddings. Nothing too complicated. Because in our experience simple almost always turns out to be best.
It’s an ethos , that’s also shared by a whole bunch of other wonderful people. From the chefs, waiting staff to the farmers, producers and suppliers who provide us with such amazing ingredients, we are all united by a passion for outstanding, wholesome local produce.
Coggings & Co, 87-93 Dyke Road, Brighton,
East Sussex, BN1 3JE, 01273 220220, www.coggingsandco.com
The Grand, Brighton
The Grand Brighton is an iconic Victorian hotel on Brighton’s seafront. This hotel is the epitome of luxury. Built in 1864 the hotel is a true example of Italian influence in Victorian architecture. From the sweeping spiral staircase design to the day spa, GB1 seafood restaurant, and the Victoria lounge and bar, the Grand experience really is treating yourself to the best.
The Grand, Brighton, 97-99 Kings Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 2FW
www.grandbrighton.co.uk
01273 224300
The Restaurant At Drakes
As the highest-scoring Brighton restaurant in The Good Food Guide 2014, The Restaurant
At Drakes is undeniably the place to go for outstanding food. With his evident flair and culinary skill, chef Andrew MacKenzie uses only the finest quality, seasonal ingredients to create regularly changing Modern European menus to suit every occasion. A private dining room for up to 12 people is available for that extra-special touch. Dietary requirements are well catered for.
The Restaurant At Drakes, Drakes Hotel,
43-44 Marine Parade, Brighton, 01273 696934 therestaurant@drakesofbrighton.com
64 Degrees
Recently hailed by the Guardian as “Food-wise, the most exciting thing to hit Brighton for years” – 64 degrees has become the go to dining hotspot in the city. Created by chef Michael Bremner, the restaurant features an open kitchen serving an innovative selection of smaller dishes designed so you can try several, share and enjoy the full range of flavours on offer.
64degrees: 53 Meeting House Lane, Brighton BN1 1HB. , 01273 770115 – www.64degrees.co.uk / info@64degrees.co.uk
Cafes
Drury Tea & Coffee
Drury Tea & Coffee specialists offer infinite choices of espresso, filter and cafetiere coffees at their Richardson Road retail store and coffee lounge. The shop is stocked with single origin beans, espresso blends all of which can be freshly ground for home use. 100’s of green, white and black teas, single estates loose leaf specialities. The selection is also available for wholesale, with many Michelin rated restaurants, cafés, & pubs using these crafted blends. Free deliveries throughout East and West Sussex and South East coast.
Drury Tea & Coffee, 12-16 Richardson Road
Hove, East Sussex, BN3 5RB, 01273 888 600, www.drurysouthern.co.uk
Moksha
Warm and welcoming family business catering for families, business customers and students. We serve our own blend of excellent coffee without the pretentious baristas, and a mouth-watering selection of cakes all baked in the café. Cooked breakfast served from 9am to 3pm daily as well as other savoury delights.
Moshka, 4-5 York Place, Brighton, BN1 4GU mail@mokshacaffe.com 01273 248890
www.mokshacaffe.com
Chinese
Gars Restaurant
This old Brighton favourite offers an exciting menu with some great new ideas and a wholly different experience in terms of style and presentation. Smart service, beautiful interiors and a chic atmosphere make this one of the city’s top places to be seen. Start downstairs at the bar. Eat from £10.
Gars, 19 Prince Albert Street, Brighton,
01273 321321, www.gars.co.uk
Indian
Chaula’s Lewes
Chaula’s is renowned for its signature dishes, distinctive décor and friendly staff. All meals are made fresh to order and every curry has its own distinctively flavoured sauce. Also a wide variety of vegetarian, vegan as well as gluten and wheat free dishes. Buffet available 11am–3pm Monday to Saturday.
Chaula’s, Eastgate House, 6 Eastgate Street, Lewes, BN7 2LP, 01273 476707, www.chaulas.co.uk
Chaula’s Brighton
A second venue for this brilliant Indian restaurant is now open here in Brighton. Superb regional dishes, fresh tasting and exciting. Chaula and her team breathe fresh air into the idea of Indian food with authentic recipes served in bright and stylish surroundings. The cooking is executed with a light touch too, no heavy ghee-based sauces here but an altogether healthier approach – but not at the cost of flavour. Both delicious and affordable. Buffet available for £6.99; Meal Deal for £9.99.
Chaula’s, 2–3 Little East Street, Brighton,
BN1 1HT, 01273 771661,
www.chaulas.co.uk
The Chilli Pickle
The Chilli Pickle is a local favourite with national standing which combines traditional Indian methods with local produce and an individual style. Their ample thalis spice up a midday meeting or a catch-up with friends, while the evening menu offers inventive street food, local seafood and tasty regional curries, served in an upbeat and informal atmosphere. The Chilli Pickle featured in the National Restaurant Awards’ UK top 100 in 2011-12, and scooped ‘Best Casual Dining’ at the 2012 British Curry Awards.
The Chilli Pickle, 17 Jubilee Square, Brighton 01273 900 383, www.thechillipickle.com
The Chilli Pickle Canteen
The definitive delivery service from The Chilli Pickle launched this year. Bold, Indian-inspired design, specially-commissioned artwork and smart delivery stake out new ground in home dining. Meanwhile, the menu showcases some of the restaurant’s familiar touches: with regional curries, homemade pickles and chutneys, plus superb ice creams.
The Chilli Pickle Canteen: order online at thechillipicklecanteen.com
01273 900384
Italian
Donatello
Flagship venue of this local family-run business serving excellent Italian food in stylish surroundings. Brilliant value meal deals on blackboards – two courses £6.95 or three for £8.95 – as well as à la carte. The haunt of celebs in season from soap stars to politicos. Fun, friendly and fabulous value.
Donatello, Brighton Place, Brighton, BN1 1HJ,
01273 775477, www.donatello.co.uk
Thai
Street Thai
Dishes served here are simple, healthy and delicious using the finest and freshest ingredients. Thai people love their street food and Street Thai is the most authentic way of eating and experiencing Thai food.
Set menu is available every day except Saturday with two-courses at £8.95 and three-courses at £10.95.
Street Thai, 01273 207444, 5 & 20 Brighton Square, Brighton BN1 1HD
Up to 50% off your food bill
Table Pouncer
Table Pouncer has teamed up with Latest 7 to offer diners up to 50% off their food bill. Register for free and take advantage of great savings. Participating restaurants change all the time, so check back and see whether your favourite is there. From Italian and Chinese to seafood and more, eating out has just got a lot more affordable.
thelatest.co.uk/tablepouncer/
Outside Caterers
Brighton Hen Tea & Treats
Brighton Hen Tea & Treats simply adore hosting afternoon tea parties with vintage fun filled inspired themed tea parties at £19.99 per person. Sip tea from elegant china teacups and eat freshly homemade treats baked by us, in vintage styled rooms. Be pampered, hire a hunky butler or enjoy a photoshoot. We deliver across Sussex and cater for all events like birthdays and weddings.
Special offer: Chief Hen goes FREE on any Themed Afternoon Tea.
Visit www.brightonhenteaandtreats.co.uk Brighton Hen Tea & Treats: 01273 413829