Hotlist: Cafés & restaurants catering for all tastes
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
INDIAN
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 900383, 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 and 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 £7.95 or three for £9.95 – 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 £9.75 and three courses at £11.75.
Street Thai, 5 & 20 Brighton Square, Brighton, BN1 1HD, 01273 207444
COFFEESHOP
Munch Coffeeshop
Tucked away just off St James Street, Munch Coffeeshop is the antidote to bland, boring lunchtimes. Popular with the office crowd, this little gem serves lunch, breakfast and velvety coffee in a fresh, welcoming environment. The menu includes deli sandwiches and toasted ciabatta on Real Patisserie bread, generously stuffed with house specials like their authentic Spanish omelette, as well as all the classics you’d expect.
Hot veggie specials and soups are made daily on the premises. This season look out for lentil dhal with pitta and raita, and bubble and squeak cake with poached egg and winter slaw. Plus they do a great Saturday brunch, with weekly specials inspired by flavours from around the world. The venue is also available for private hire.
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Open 8am-3.30pm, (Saturday 9am-2pm), 44 George street, Kemptown 01273 973186 www.munchcoffeeshop.co.uk
Twitter: @MunchBrighton
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