There are differing opinions about Brighton, a city on the south coast. In this ‘London By Sea,’ you are free to be anyone you choose. In addition to being a conventional British beach vacation, it’s a location for Pride, sand skiing, thrift store shopping, heavy partying, weirdness, and environmental awareness.
Everyone may find something they enjoy in the most popular restaurants in Brighton and Hove, which are vibrant spaces. For any budget and occasion, they have food. Unfortunately, because there are so many wonderful places, it can be challenging to distinguish between them.
Here is the list of the top 22 restaurants in Brighton that you can’t miss. We have exerted significant effort, strolled along the paths and shores, and experienced weight increase and loss.
Yakitori Bincho on Preston Street
Great for obtaining the best yakitori available outside of Okinawa.
It’s not quite where you’d expect to find a dim, shaded Japanese izakaya on a backstreet—a busy Brighton road that descends to a pebble beach. But then, you never know what to expect from this metropolis.
This brings us to the present day, where we are enjoying warm sake at a pub while repeatedly consuming skewers. Be it the restaurant’s delicious cubes of pork belly, Bincho’s crispy crispy chicken skins, their chicken hearts, or merely a half cob of sweetcorn, you can be certain that everything on the yakitori section of the menu has been kissed by embers.
Binchō-tan coals, which are utilised in izakayas around Japan, are the source of the restaurant’s name. Long-lasting burning, consistent temperature, and no unwanted smoke or odours are the well-known qualities of these coals.
However, you can always look for delights on the offers board if you’d prefer something other than hot food right off the grill. My personal fave is the tempura-fried sea bream served with a spicy seaweed mayo.
The good news is, Bincho is directly across the street from Gung Ho, one of Brighton’s top cocktail spots, when you’re done.
Church Road, Uni Thai
Excellent for obtaining Brighton’s best Thai food…
Church Road marks what feels like the start of Hove “proper” as you leave the heart of Brighton and proceed west along Western Road. Visit a basic grocery store rather than one of the many elaborate restaurants on this strip. Locals have been enjoying the best Thai food in the city from out back for a very long time.
And, hey, you may stroll along a little trail adorned with odd dry products. Brand-new, uncommon merchandise arrives from the Kingdom every Wednesday. Idolise the holy basil, fresh grachai, and young makrut lime leaves. The aroma of the freshly made bowl will fill you with delight as the sound of the woks grows louder. Presuming you can locate a table. There is a cosy area at the rear of this supermarket.
Thai conversation and the unique sound of the pestle and mortar may somehow make you feel “authentic.” Perhaps it’s the flavourful, freshly produced af pad grapao (you must have a runny egg), the delicious boat noodle soup (kway teow rua) with springy pork balls, or the fish cakes that possess the crucial “factory bounce.” Perhaps in spite of all those factors, we’re sold either way.
The Meeting House Lane at 64° North
Great without all the trappings for elegant dinners…
Unquestionably one of the 22 greatest restaurants in the city, 64 Degrees is one of the most well-known in Brighton. Seemingly appropriate given the city it’s in, it hits the ideal blend between elegant meals and good times.
Michael Bremner, a chef who had great success in 2016 on the BBC series The Great British Menu, may be familiar to you. He started this eatery. To claim that this earned him additional business would be oversimplifying the situation, since he was already fully booked both prior to and following his two prime-time TV appearances.
Smaller plates from the “greatest hits” menu are served on Sundays and Mondays. The restaurant only has 20 seats and serves the tasting menu. From the savoury “ice cream” cones served as an amuse bouche to the gorgeous beef tartar with smoked egg emulsion from a recent set menu of shared plates (a value at £50), the food is both precise and entertaining. The desserts are especially exquisite.
And finally, to complete the look, a whisky bottle sweet is a characteristic 64 Degrees item. Feeling satiated and well-hydrated, proceed into The Lanes.
This is Jubilee Street’s Chilli Pickle.
Ideal for experimenting with different Indian cooking techniques…
Precise and robust cooking is the hallmark here, and the use of sharp notes—derived, among other things, from the pickle that lends the restaurant its name—gives the meal a genuine sense of freshness and vitality. The mouthwatering gol gapa from the appetisers and small dish section probably best illustrates this. It elevates to a whole new level with the chutneys of tamarind and coriander.
You must get the Nepali Chicken Wings if you enjoy meat. The Szechuan pepper imparts a rich and long-lasting aftertaste, the cumin and salt rub gives the dish strength, and the accompanying chilli sambal is subtle and multifaceted.
The new beef keema is another must-order if it’s available; the menu changes frequently. It’s hard to say no when it comes with roasted bone marrow (scoop, mix, and sigh). Always a safe choice, Tandoori butter chicken is made pleasantly quick and fresh with lots of lemon juice.
The lengthy lineups indicate that Brighton locals also adore this location. The Michelin food critics agree, having awarded The Chilli Pickle a Bib Gourmand for a number of years running.
Better yet, The Chilli Pickle has spent the same length of time as one of our IDEAL 22 locations.
Canada’s on Upper North Street at The Windmill
Excellent for much more than just Brighton’s greatest fried chicken…..
Scottish chef Ali Munro has been quietly driving change with his business ever since Alberta went into lockdown. He was employed by Wild Flor, another of our IDEAL 22. Munro now resides in Brighton, and his mission is to transform the fast food industry there. He has developed a cult following thanks to his towering, sumptuous sandos and extravagant, globally inspired menu of deep-fried and risqué delicacies.
Yes, beer is the proper beverage to pair with this dish. This is why, following a successful run of pop-ups around the city, we were thrilled to learn that Alberta’s was opening in our favourite backstreet bar, The Windmill. We raced in, pints in hand, before the first popcorn chicken had even left the oven.
The highlight of that pass during the week is those gorgeous sandos, which come with an abundance of toppings heaped atop Alberta’s thick, fluffy Japanese milk subs. The ham, egg and chips combination is our favourite. There are large straw fries for crispness and chopped egg salad to hold the ham hock bits together. Everything is tied together by the delicious mustard.
On weekends, this is Alberta’s already well-known roast, and nearly everyone gets the Deep South-inspired deep-fried whole chicken. The stunning bird emerges golden from the frier, its breasts adorned in a cross pattern of mayo flavoured with Dijon mustard. On the side were grilled full cobs of sweet corn, a robust-tasting cauliflower cheese and a thick, glossy gravy. Oh no. Two or three of these guys are available for £24 apiece, but you have to order them in advance by 5 p.m. on the Thursday before the Sunday.
Which aspect is the best? Alberta’s never uses the adjective “dirty” to describe its meals. This is really rich and wonderful food from a true master of his profession, thus we need to break the trend.
Easy Tiger, Upper North Street
Ideal for a relaxing evening in a Desi bar…
Easy Tiger at the Hampton, a well-known backstreet bar with a chef residency that makes our list of Brighton’s best eateries, is conveniently located just a minute’s walk from the Windmill. Yes, Brighton residents are truly pampered here!
The British custom of the “desi pub,” where beers and curries go well together, is where the moniker “Easy Tiger” originates. The diner is under the direction of Chef Sabu Joseph. He truly loves eating real Indian food and has a plenty of experience in the kitchen.
Sabu is originally from the southern Indian state of Kerala. Working in the greatest Indian restaurants in Brighton, The Curry Leaf Cafe and The Chilli Pickle, as well as the five-star Jumeirah Carlton Tower Hotel in central London, he has had a successful career as a chef. Yes, that is a significant pedigree, and Easy Tiger’s enticing, carefree selection of traditional Indian street food dishes reflects that. They go well with one of the locally brewed IPA beers that are currently available at the Hampton, a real neighbourhood tavern that has undergone elegant renovations without sacrificing its historic charm.
The Kerala Fried Chicken is a must-try. It’s a boneless chicken thigh that’s been coated in rice flour, spices, ginger, and garlic before being hard-fried to a golden brown. A pint of Cloak and Dagger Hazy and a bowl of these Dull? Is there a more ideal combination? It hasn’t been found at all.
Handcrafted in North Laines
Ideal for creating real Neapolitan pies…
Nine years ago, the first Fatto a Mano debuted on London Road. Since then, the group has added two additional pizzerias to its repertoire: one each in Hove and the North Laines and two more in London, at King’s Cross and Covent Garden. Taking over the world seems like the only logical next step, as every store (yep, we’ve been to all of them) appears to be full every day of the week.
At Fatto a Mano, pizzas are wood-fired for 90 seconds at 450°C, which results in a pillowy texture. That canotto will shoot back up at you if you poke it. That response guaranteed an incredibly digestible dough, and these pizzas deliver on that promise. Only a handful of the freshest ingredients are given special attention, and the majority of the toppings are sophisticated and revered. The greatest illustration of this straightforward concept realised is the margherita buffalo. It’s a simple, light pizza that exudes simplicity.
The reason we say “on the most part” is that there are a couple more pizzas on Fatto’s menu that are controversial. Since it was added to the menu at the end of last year, the lasagna pizza has generated controversy in Brighton. It has been called heresy by some. Some individuals have simply shoved it in their faces. We wholeheartedly concur with the second viewpoint. The pizza is not nearly as hefty as it sounds since the modest amount of ragu used was just right.
The word “handmade,” which derives from the Italian, describes how it feels on the inside. Everything is lovingly made from the ground up, and it shows. Fatto provides excellent appetisers and sides that will satisfy even the most discriminating palates, even if you’re not a pizza fan. The nduja arancini is a tremendous winner.
The North Laines branch is our IDEAL 22 since it’s close to the station and has a lot of pleasant people, but all three of the Brighton and Hove branches are excellent. Of course, there are also excellent ones in Hove and London Road.
There’s a little fish market on Upper Market Street.
Excellent for upscale dining on Upper Market Street…
Despite being in Hove, this elegant 20-seat restaurant is tiny enough to fit in Hove and has been chosen Brighton’s best restaurant numerous times. Owner and chef Duncan Ray has created an amazing homage to anything seafood. Note that it’s only open for dinner from Tuesday through Saturday, and reservations are required in order to secure a desired seat. But it’s well worth the work.
This is due to the fact that they only utilise the best, freshest fish that is prepared with the utmost care and originates from as close to home as feasible. It will cost you about £95, which is a reasonable amount to pay to sample some of the greatest fish in Britain. The tasting follows a predetermined menu and lasts for several hours. A Michelin star can’t be long away, as they have already earned three AA rosettes.
The eatery focusses in seafood, but don’t miss the occasional “Little Meat Market” gatherings where chef Ray prepares a menu featuring—you guessed it—meat dishes with his customary grace and precision. The next one, which takes place over four nights from November 1st to November 5th, sells out rapidly.
Church Road and Untamed Blossoms
Ideal for confidently preparing French cuisine in the heart of Hove…
One of the best new restaurants to contribute to Brighton and Hove’s burgeoning culinary scene is the much-lauded Wild Flor. With their assured, traditional French cuisine and excellent wine selection, Brighton is a terrific place to spend an evening. You’ll always feel squishy and full afterward.
In a city where “casual” dining is the norm, it’s good to find a more sophisticated eatery. The eatery has lately transitioned to a basic à la carte menu, with starters costing approximately £13 and main courses not exceeding £30.
While there are still some winter staples available, the menu is beginning to reflect more of a spring vibe, with a number of colourful, fresh dishes that offer a pleasant contrast to the browns and beiges of winter.
The dish of rabbit meat wrapped in wild garlic and presented with a variety of crisp spring veggies was a hit with us. Everything came together beautifully with the mustard and hogweed dressing. Better yet, a pool of glossy chicken jus and the first asparagus of the season complemented the golden sweetbreads’ crisp outside and tender inner. I don’t really think spring has arrived until the scent of sulphur permeates the bathroom.
The bread pangrattato and the salt cod agnolotti with a strong emulsion laced with lemon were also excellent for the fish-lovers seated at the table.
Additionally, Wild Flor offers a crazily affordable spring set menu, with two meals costing just £22 or three meals for £25. You must have the trio if you visit the restaurant since the pastry work is not to be missed. The neighbourhood that cooks with a confidence and generosity more fitting for a Lyonnese bouchon or a Parisian patisserie than a Hove highway. This kind of thought is exemplified by the deep-fried rice pudding package with rhubarb compote, which complements Wild Flor’s seasonal cuisine. It sounds as delicious as it tastes.
Cin Cin’s Western Road
Great for obtaining the best spaghetti in the city…
It’s impossible to stroll more than the length of a fettuccine in London without encountering a pasta bar. It will be more difficult to locate a business in Brighton & Hove that serves freshly rolled strands of the good stuff.
We could easily compete with any of London’s top pasta restaurants, and we believe that Cin Cin is the best location to buy pasta here. Cin Cin decided to test this notion in 2021, and their Fitzrovia location opened to immediate national praise.
The restaurant is no longer in its original location in North Laines, Brighton, but it’s still delicious at its larger, more recent location on Western Road, which is directly before you get to Church Road.
Cin Cin’s open kitchen, where seasonal small meals, fresh pasta dishes, and a few grilled nibbles are carefully produced in front of the patrons, is visible from a horseshoe-shaped counter and a few seats. This is a Hove-style supper and entertainment. You’ll be requesting more if you begin your dinner with the restaurant’s well-known arancino, which we had last time (brown crab), and then proceed to a pasta dish from the specials board.
Fortunately, Cin Cin’s delicacies are always tasty and change with the seasons. You won’t regret selecting a sunny Amalfi lemon tart or a holiday panettone bread and butter pudding with marmalade ice cream.
Platt Brothers Plateau
Perfect for natural wine, lively conversation, and tastefully prepared small appetisers…
Another fantastic pub with a chalkboard is Plateau. It offers the city’s best and most considerate low-intervention wine selection. Along with their fancy juice, they also serve some fairly amazing shared platters. Seasonal vegetables, predominantly French, are sourced from Sussex and surrounding areas for the platters.
Their bread, pâté, rillettes, cheeses, and pickles pair quite nicely with wine. Not only does Plateau fish well, but it’s always pleasant to be near the water. The previous time we visited, they had hake that had been grilled until the skin was pierced. It looked wonderful paired with walnuts and leeks.
Technically, wild venison pierogi with fermented chilli is ideal for a heartier dish with a fun mood. The venison’s iron-rich flavour is evident, and the dumplings have that much-needed bounce. The delicious beef tartare, which is consistently offered on their seasonal menu for good reason, is also a great choice.
In general, Plateau is a hip and fashionable spot to hang out. It now resembles a traditional wine bar in Paris even more thanks to the recent addition of some tables that extend out into the street.
Burnt Orange and Middle Street
Designed to let you savour every mouthful of the grill’s flavour…
Burnt Orange is the third restaurant that local chef Razak Helala, who also owns the Coal Shed and the Salt Room (both on this list), has built. According to the press, it’s “a new adult hangout for Brighton.”
Several of the top evaluations Thus far, Burnt Orange has received recognition from a national newspaper and, most recently, the Bib Gourmand award from the Michelin Guide. It has only been a little over a year since the restaurant opened.
The second one indicates “good value and good quality,” yet Burnt Orange isn’t quite up to par with these kind of cliched, formulaic statements. Middle Eastern flavours permeate the menu, and the food is excellent, thanks to a large wood-fired oven and grill. Smoky lamb shoulder cigars, grilled prawns with Zhug herbs, chermoula monkfish cooked over a fire, and charred flatbreads… This page contains terminology that indicate the usage of the wood-fired barbecue.
To make it even more accessible to city dwellers, they have introduced a weekend breakfast. And everyone in Brighton is aware that the easiest way to win someone over is with brunch. They make a mean drink, too.
Lane of the Meeting House and Embers
Excellent for a dish that deftly incorporates smoke…
A restaurant in the Lanes that specialised in wood-fired cookery with a hint of Middle Eastern flavour (Zhoug? Check). Look for labneh. Dukhah: Verify. and a few truly outstanding beverages? When Embers first opened about a year ago, Brighton’s culinary gurus may have questioned whether Burnt Orange, which was just a paragraph away, really needed all of this.
However, if you dig a little more, you’ll discover an entirely new offer—one that differs favourably from comparable ones in the area. A beautifully crafted multi-rack barbecue, central to the dining area, is used to cook everything here. It was the idea of two well-known chefs from Brighton: Dave Marrow, the former head chef at Terre a Terre, and Isaac Bartlett-Copeland, the former chef-patron. The fat and glaze drip in an enticing way, while the bright flames crackle and flare up.
The grill racks are constantly being moved by the soot-covered cook thanks to an Etxebarri-inspired pulley system. It conveys a strong message. The point is reinforced by the massive pile of logs beneath the pass.
If the food didn’t taste perfectly seasoned with wood, smoke, and fire, then all of this would seem a little forced. However, the flames are masterfully managed at Embers, producing some quite beautiful dishes. The best are the large sharers, sometimes known as “centrepiece dishes.” As guests snap pictures, the splayed-out, smoking smoked spatchcock chicken (or grilled brill or mushroom parfait, too) appears on the table. Remove a well-buffed and shining leg from the fire, drag it through the glowing, aching mixture of mustard mayo and honey, and adopt a caveman’s demeanour.
Terre à Terre, East Street
This place serves the greatest vegetarian food in the city.
Given how well-known Terre à Terre is in this city, it seems impolite and even strange to devote a word or two to explaining the concept. With its delectable cuisine, Terre a Terre has been a Brighton mainstay since the early 1990s. Its extensive food and lively environment make it the best spot for vegetarians to eat in Brighton, if not the entire UK.
The restaurant’s name translates to “down to earth,” but the vegetarian option is the only item that unites the menu. The recipes pack a powerful punch and are heavily influenced by food from throughout the globe.
The traditional ‘you don’t even miss meat’ statement is a little offensive when directed against Terre. You’ll eat incredibly well here, regardless of your dietary requirements. Although the menu descriptions can be lengthy—sometimes more than a paragraph—the tastes are remarkably distinct and simple to comprehend.
More about Terre à Terre may be found in our ranking of the top vegan and vegetarian eateries in Brighton. Please give it a look at some point.
The Salt Room on Kings Road
Ideal for enjoying a taste of the sea in a chic and vibrant environment…
According to its website, The Salt Room is “Brighton’s best seafood restaurant.” It’s not too far off, but that’s a large claim. This restaurant is one of four in the group, which also includes The Coal Shed in Brighton, Burnt Orange, the restaurant we previously discussed, and another restaurant of the same name in London. These eateries are all about using sustainable sources and serving delicious fish. We enjoy that the meal this time around isn’t trying to be overly ostentatious.
The personnel is youthful and passionate, and the room is unexpectedly spacious. The restaurant is well-organised, with many distinct spaces and areas that allow sounds to circulate around the space without becoming overly noisy.
I thought we were here to talk about fish? The grill is improved by its frequent use. For the entire fish that will be torched and scorched, this is fantastic news. Nevertheless, the best item on the menu might be the fish tempura with a seaweed-infused tartare sauce. It tastes just how it sounds—spicy and salty. Seafood such as squid, scallops, and prawns are served both grilled and steamed on a communal surfboard. Although a tad runny, the accompanying aioli is quite nice.
Interestingly, The Salt Room now offers “bring your own” Mondays at just £5 corkage. This, in our opinion, is a fantastic excuse to enjoy some delectable fish cuisine!
The Preston Street Nanninella is no longer open for in-person dining.
This eatery is ideal for receiving a friendly greeting and incredibly delicious Neapolitan pizza.
Although there are many excellent restaurants in the city already, the newest addition is generating a lot of buzz. One of Brighton’s newest pizzerias, Nanninella has already established a solid reputation for itself by producing traditional pizzas that are burnished, blistered, and perfectly cooked.
The view of the hot pizza oven and the vibrantly coloured walls give the interior a cosy and enjoyable vibe. The personnel is also quite nice. The pizza with provola and pepe is our favourite. It’s the greatest pizza we’ve ever had in all of Brighton, with freshly ground black pepper and smoked mozzarella. They produce amazing pies, especially with their fresh burrata. We already adore Nanninella over all other Brighton pizza joints.
*Please note that since the beginning of 2024, Nanninella’s offer has undergone several changes. It’s closed down, but the same individuals are managing a takeaway shop ‘with a few chairs for quick eating inside’.
Don’t worry, the wonderful proprietor Sergio still makes his handcrafted, lovingly baked pizzas here. Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. are the three times a week when you can pick them up or have them delivered by Uber Eats. We believe it makes them even more desirable because they are only available on particular nights. I also think the food at the new deli is pretty good.
Seven restaurants in one? with a plenty of outdoor seating adjacent to the shore? How come? You mention live music?
Sorry, what was it you said? We can’t hear you because the music is too loud.
In any case, do include us!
The world pandemic caused Brighton’s first food hall to open gradually. Shelter Hall Raw debuted last summer to bridge the gap until the actual thing opened in April 2021.
The Shelter Hall, which recently celebrated its third birthday, has truly taken off, with numerous eateries and chefs coming here to test out new concepts, some of which stay for the long term. At the moment, Brighton has a number of well-known players, some unknowns from further afield, and several driven newbies from the neighbourhood. We believe this combination is ideal for the location.
Local pizzerias modelled by Neopolitan ones VIP has been operating under the Kings Arches for a few years now. They remain in this place. It makes sense—their exquisitely arranged pizzas are even more delicious warm from the wood-fired oven, and the outstanding fior di latte that VIP receives from Italy showcases the best of Italy. Because they are sliced into squares, these pizzas are perfect for sharing. This is advantageous since it appears that the location is prepared for a celebration.
The Leeds-born Little Bao Boy was just added to the lineup. We now consider their sweet sriracha chicken bao to be a “dangerous addiction.” Conchita’s Mexican Kitchen, a rare find in Brighton, serves authentic Mexican tortas that go well with it. You may indulge in the souvlaki, burgers, and desserts like a child in an adult candy store because that’s the kind of place it is.
A new bar called Skylark that only serves cocktails is located on the first floor, and there’s another bar that exclusively offers locally crafted beers. Like the rest of the establishment, this one has a constant loud atmosphere, but the service is prompt and excellent. Is there anything not to love?
On weekends, reservations should be made in advance if you want to secure the best seats—the first-floor balcony, if you’re asking. You can just turn up and have fun during the week.
The Lanes, Little Pois
Ideal for a trip to Brighton for French cuisine…
Known for its authentic French cuisine, Petit Pois is regarded as one of Brighton’s greatest restaurants in general.
Prepare to be astounded by snails swimming in a potent butter made with parsley and garlic. Try the renowned bouillabaisse, a fish and shellfish stew made with sea lettuce from the waters surrounding Sussex, after that.
Given that Petit Pois is conveniently close to Brighton Beach, ordering seafood seems like the best option. But the baked Crottin du Perigord from the “Légumes” section of the menu is our favourite dish here. This little wheel of soft goat’s cheese is cooked until it melts and is served with a very sweet salad of candied walnuts and beets that complements the sharp flavour of the cheese. Like everything else about this restaurant, the salad is thoughtful and confident in its own right.
It’s understandable why Brighton’s most well-liked French eateries is Petit Pois. They have an extensive wine list and serve a delicious Sunday lunch menu.
Palmito and Western Road
Ideal for hot dishes from throughout the globe…
It would be an overstatement to suggest that Palmito didn’t feel brave at first. In the middle of 2022, when things were hard for companies, the restaurant decided to open in a location that most real estate agents would only characterise as “cosy” on a dull stretch of Brighton and Hove’s Western Road. Additionally, they made the decision to present a menu that is uncommon in this area of the city. It was a fusion of coastal Ecuadorian and Indian cuisine.
Saying that the gamble paid off would be, in my opinion, overly simplistic. That little dining area is packed Tuesday through Saturday from 5 p.m. until the last order is taken at 11 p.m.
Given that both of the chefs-owners of Palmito have experience working at renowned Brighton eateries like Easy Tiger and Chilli Pickle (which is also on this list), the restaurant’s success should come as no surprise. This place has a similarly airy vibe, and the seafood dishes are particularly delicious.
Palmito is relatively new, but it’s already making a major impression on Brighton Beach. It is featured in both the Michelin and Good Food guides and has already received a fantastic review in The Times.
Everything inTutto Marlborough Place
An excellent location to enjoy expertly prepared Italian cuisine from Brighton’s most well-known restaurant chain…
From the beginning, Tutto, a contemporary Italian restaurant in Brighton, appeared to be a huge success. It is owned by the same group of restaurants as Black Rock, which also includes the Salt Room and Burnt Orange on this list.
However, things didn’t exactly proceed as expected. The restaurant’s opening wasn’t quite smooth because of delays in the construction process and issues with the overall concept.
Fortunately, since those initial nerves, things have greatly improved for Brighton and Hove’s many pasta fans. With confidence and accuracy, Tutto is now preparing a new menu, as seen by their recent early inclusion in the upcoming Michelin Guide.
It should come as no surprise that the restaurant excels in seafood preparation given its proximity to the water. Both the grilled sardines with fried bread and salsa verde and the wood-fired gamberi rossi with paprika are ideal for the end of summer.
The pasta courses all have the same concept, much like the main course. The agnolotti is stuffed with finely diced scallop, crab, and lobster and served in a rusty broth.
To finish your dinner, serve Tutto’s chocolate and hazelnut torte with vanilla ice cream and maraschino cherries. We believe that this dessert, which has become a hallmark dish, is the ideal way to round off any dinner.
Taquitos Casa Azul, Brighton Open Market
Ideal for Brighton’s greatest tacos…
Tucked away off London Road, Brighton’s Open Market is a perfect spot to escape the sense that the city belongs to no big box retailers.
While you’re here, stop into Taquitos Casa Azul, a family-run eatery led by local hero Gabriel Gutierrez, and indulge in some of the best tacos in the area. The shredded chicken tinga or pork cochinita is deliciously peppery and beautifully seasoned, and the tortillas are freshly pressed. Settle down at the lone table outside the shopfront and strike up a conversation.
Before you pay your bill, make sure to sample Gutierrez’s Salsa Chipotle, which is located on the shelf to the left of the cash register. Dried apricots and hops give it a wonderful aroma that will lure you in. These days, we wear it on everything; it’s very amazing.
Browse Baker Street’s Bonsai Plant Store.
The final restaurant in Brighton’s IDEAL 22 is Bonsai Plant Kitchen. Dom Sheriff and Amy Bennett, who met while working at the Brighton vegetarian landmark Food for Friends, opened it. The two decided to combine their passion of cooking and vegan food to start Bonsai Plant Kitchen, a unique plant-based restaurant with a menu that is largely South East Asian and always very enjoyable to eat. Dom had expertise as a head chef, while Amy had experience as a head pastry chef.
Following that, it received fantastic feedback and recognition, including a recent 5-star review in the Guardian and an award from Brighton’s largest restaurant awards, the BRAVOs, for having the finest vegan food in the city.
The fact that they cook over coals and even prepare some of the food on a Binchotan grill is one of the best things about this business. Everything tastes smooth and smoky as a consequence, from the nicely browned napa cabbage straight off the grill to the sweet potato skewers coated in miso butter, lime juice, and slivers of parmesan. All of this would be excessive in the wrong hands, yet here the flavours of the campfire are perfect. Pickles from the restaurant’s excellent assortment help people feel better and make things run more smoothly.
The house-made syrups and infusions in the cocktails, which are truly a celebration of products at their best, make them even better. We adore it.
