Brighton and Hove’s character, shaped by its journey from a fishing settlement to a seaside resort and contemporary city, is expressed through its venues. The city's architectural heritage defines these spaces, from Regency crescents now hosting events to industrial structures repurposed as cultural hubs. This spirit of adaptation gives each location its appeal. Walk through Brunswick, and you’ll find former townhouses reimagined as galleries, eateries, or quiet meeting places, retaining their original design. Around Old Steine, historic buildings often house theatres, music venues, and event spaces, blending period charm with modern utility. Further east, Kemptown presents a mix of Victorian and Edwardian buildings, providing homes for independent shops, lively bars, and community spaces that contribute to its feel. This directory offers a look at these establishments, capturing their character and place within Brighton and Hove's communal life, providing insights into the evolving local landscape.
Featured places are selected local venues we recommend or that partner with The City Brief.
Fitness & Outdoors
Milk No SugarMilk No Sugar is a cafe on St James Street in Brighton and Hove. This area is known for its independent businesses and relaxed atmosphere. Milk No Sugar offers specialty coffee and a selection of pastries.
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Big Beach CafeBig Beach Cafe is on Kings Road, a seafront location in Brighton and Hove. It’s known for its views of the sea, which are a key part of visiting. Big Beach Cafe is popular for its fresh seafood and relaxed atmosphere.
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Red SnapperRed Snapper is a fish and chip restaurant on St James’s Street in Brighton and Hove, an area with independent shops and a lively feel. Red Snapper is known for its sustainably sourced fish and traditional cooking methods. Locals and visitors go for a casual lunch or dinner, grabbing a takeaway or eating in.
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Busby and WildsBusby and Wilds is a restaurant in the Kemptown area of Brighton. Located on Rock Street, it’s a relaxed spot that reflects the residential nature of the neighborhood. Locals and visitors go to Busby and Wilds for a casual meal or evening drinks.
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Bridge CafeBridge Cafe is a café within the University of Sussex campus, between the Pevensey I and II buildings. This part of Falmer is a busy area for students and staff. Bridge Cafe is known for its daily changing menu and its connection to the television show 'The Apprentice' as the location for the losing team's debrief.
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Rawlab Juice & TeaRawlab Juice & Tea is a juice and tea bar on Gardner Street, a street showcasing Brighton and Hove’s independent businesses. It’s known for its cold-pressed juices and herbal tea blends, providing a healthy option. Locals and visitors go to Rawlab Juice & Tea for takeaway drinks or to sit and watch people.
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Red Snapper is a fish and chip restaurant on St James’s Street in Brighton and Hove, an area with independent shops and a lively feel.
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Busby and WildsBusby and Wilds is a restaurant in the Kemptown area of Brighton.
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Bridge CafeBridge Cafe is a café within the University of Sussex campus, between the Pevensey I and II buildings.
View Info →Rawlab Juice & Tea is a juice and tea bar on Gardner Street, a street showcasing Brighton and Hove’s independent businesses.
View Info →Suriya's Thai Kitchen serves authentic Thai cuisine.
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WimpyWimpy Portslade is a fast food restaurant on 14 Station Road in Portslade.
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Big Beach Cafe is on Kings Road, a seafront location in Brighton and Hove.
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The Hare and HoundsThe Hare and Hounds is a pub on London Road, a thoroughfare in Hove.
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Coppa clubCoppa Club is a bar and restaurant in Brighton Lanes.
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The Post & TelegraphThe Post & Telegraph is a pub in Brighton and Hove’s Kemptown area, adding to the neighbourhood's lively feel.
View Info →Sir Charles Napier is a pub on Gloucester Street in Brighton and Hove.
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12 London Road Social Club12 London Road Social Club is a private members club in a listed building on 12 London Road.
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Milk No Sugar is a cafe on St James Street in Brighton and Hove.
View Info →Green Gym Group is a fitness facility on Preston Road in Brighton and Hove.
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sixty four degreesSixty Four Degrees is a live music bar in Brighton and Hove, located in Kemptown, an area known for its independent shops and lively atmosphere.
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Vintage And Antique Emporium
Snoopers ParadiseSnoopers Paradise is a vintage market on Kensington Gardens in Brighton and Hove’s North Laine.
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Florence Road MarketFlorence Road Market is a weekly farmers' market in Brighton and Hove’s Preston Park neighborhood.
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Hollingdean WholefoodsHollingdean Wholefoods is a small wholefood shop on Hollingdean Terrace.
View Info →The Open Market is a traditional covered market on London Road, a key street in Brighton and Hove.
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