Bar – Guides to Brighton

Maybe you're blessed with pitch-perfect pipes, or maybe your vocal range is best appreciated by your showerhead. Either way, karaoke in Brighton is a brilliant excuse to round up your friends, blow off some steam, and embrace a little shameless fun. Bringing people together regardless of how skilled...

Finding a good wine bar in Brighton isn't exactly difficult; the city is packed with places pouring everything from wild ferments and funky natural bottles to classic French reds and Sussex sparklers. Some spots double as neighbourhood hangouts, others feel more like low-lit date venues, and a few b...

Though there are no skyscraper bars with stunning vistas as far as the eye can see in Brighton, there are still plenty of rooftop terraces perched around the city that get you closer to the sun's warming rays while offering a calm retreat that's removed from the busy streets below, with nice views o...

With more pubs per person than anywhere else in the UK – about one for every 680 locals – Brighton doesn't just do pubs, it's part of its identity. You're never far from a decent pint, a sun-drenched beer garden, or a cosy corner warmed by a roaring fireplace. From Hove gastropubs pouring natural wi...

Brighton's North Laine packs more great pubs into a few colourful streets than most cities manage in a single postcode. It's all about independent locals and proper pints here, served with that signature Brighton quirk. From the eccentric murals of The White Rabbit to the whiskey-filled bar at The G...

Everyone bangs on about Brighton's pub scene (which is 10/10, to be fair), but Hove, actually is where you'll find the real gems. Think roaring fires, sunny garden pints, and food that goes way beyond standard pub grub. From The Brunswick's live music to The Wick's late-night Thai and The Urchin's p...

Hanover is a pretty if steep part of Brighton that's home to a strong, community-oriented populace, as well as a surprising number of cats. Thanks to its elevated location, it's a great spot for looking out over the city, and that's just what some of the best pubs in Hanover excel at. Those without...

Located just a stone's throw up the hill from Brighton station, Seven Dials is a proper neighbourhood hangout that's full of seriously good little pubs. Whether you're after a sunny garden pint, a Sunday roast that could cure any hangover, or a fun night of craft beer and cocktails, this part of tow...

Just like elsewhere in Brighton, the small stretch of London Road and the surrounding area is home to a surprising number of good pubs, from traditional boozers to more modern updates. Whether you're looking to relax in the sun with a freshly poured pint in hand, cosy up with a proper Sunday roast,...

There's something deeply satisfying about rocking up to your local and absolutely cleaning up at quiz night. Pub quizzes in Brighton are a brilliant excuse to rally your sharpest mates, flex your mental muscles, and enjoy a round or two amid plenty of banter. We've put our own knowledge of Brighton...

Spread out along the coast, Kemptown is one of the quirkier parts of Brighton. Evolving from a 19th-century estate developed here by Thomas Kemp, today Kemptown has a number of cosy pubs that any serious pub aficionado should know about. Our guide to the best pubs in Kemptown highlights the favourit...

Rottingdean is a charming village just a short undercliff walk from Brighton Marina, offering a peaceful escape from the city's busy streets. It's the ideal spot for those seeking a slower pace and scenic surroundings, away from the weekend crowds. There's a handful of nice pubs in Rottingdean as we...

One of the most famous parts of Brighton & Hove, The Lanes are a labyrinth of streets and passageways lined with shops, restaurants, cafés – and pubs, of course. In fact, some of the most historic pubs in Brighton can be found right here, having served drinks and good times for decade after deca...