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Room with a view |
The Milkmaid Pavilion Kings Road Arches Brighton, East Sussex BN1 2LN United Kingdom +44 1273 206 523 http://www.alfresco-brighton.c... |
Alfresco is an interesting restaurant/cafe situated right on the seafront. The perfect place to wine, dine and catch the sun. The all-round windows give a panoramic sea view. On two levels, Alfresco can be approached from Kings Road. Inside it's bright, airy and clean. An extensive restaurant menu offers a selection of breads, pizza, pasta, chicken, fish, meat and salad dishes. Most mains are around £7.95. An excellent choice of wines (£10.95-£26.95 per bottle) are listed as well as aperitifs, liqueurs, spirits and soft drinks. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Attractive George Street bar |
9 George Street Hove Brighton, East Sussex BN3 3YA United Kingdom +44 1273 32 7183 |
Right in the middle of Hove's busiest shopping area one finds this modern, friendly bar. A very good place to stop while shopping or for an evening out. Wild leopard print carpet, seats and dark wood are attractive. Premium lagers, ciders, international bottled beers, wines and champagnes are all on offer. Cognacs, brandies and port are also a specialty. For those who need a caffeine boost, various coffees and teas may be purchased. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Light and bright |
130 Western Road Hove Brighton, East Sussex BN1 2LA United Kingdom +44 1273 72 7822 |
Large and lively, Bar Med is popular with daytime drinkers, after work tipplers and night time clubbers. Orange decor and natural light give a bright, welcoming feel. Comfy sofas in the window provide an excellent place to sit and watch the people of Hove go by. For football lovers, giant screens can be viewed and there is karaoke on a Sunday evening. For those requiring eats a varied menu provides much choice, try a selection of tapas, pastas, meat and fish dishes. Specials are available daily including veggie options. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cool blue seafront cafe |
5 Victoria Terrace, Kingsway Hove Brighton, East Sussex BN3 2WB United Kingdom +44 1273 82 3150 |
Situated just behind Hove seafront, the bright and popular Blue Cafe is great for just coffee and cake or a substantial meal. Snacks such as filled pittas, jacket potatoes, salads, omelette's and burgers are reasonably priced. Main meals for carnivores include delights such as the rack of lamb or for non meat eaters the goats cheese, spinach and onion canelloni. A range of seductive desserts will satisfy that sweet tooth, and for those with tiny appetites, a children's menu is available. The cafe has a license to serve alcohol. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Eat on the beach |
250a Kings Road Arches (Lower Promenade) Brighton, East Sussex BN1 1NB United Kingdom +44 1273 74 6067 |
This restaurant is situated right on the beach next to The "Doughnut". It has a wonderful decked dining area outside—a perfect place to sip coffee to the sound of the waves washing over the pebbles. Open all day for drinks or food, The Boardwalk has a range of cocktails, shakes and alcoholic drinks. The menu is tempting, featuring Moules Marinieres and home made burgers along with organic meat dishes, salads and a good old English breakfast. The prices are reasonable and the location makes it hard to top. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Compact coffee |
35 George Street Hove Brighton, East Sussex BN3 3YB United Kingdom +44 1273 73 0437 |
This tiny cafe is placed on a busy street in Hove's main shopping area. It is practical for shoppers and those working in Hove the cafe and offers continental breakfasts at £1.50, lunches and many light snacks. The main feature of the menu appears to be the paninis, of which 15 different varieties may be chosen. These are served whole with a salad or half sized for a snack. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lunchtime in Kemp Town |
48 St James Street Kemp Town Brighton, East Sussex BN2 1RG United Kingdom +44 1273 60 4060 |
New to the Kemp Town area, Cafe Roma provides reasonably priced breakfasts and lunches to a mixed clientèle. A warm burnt orange interior with dark wood and smartly set tables create a cosy inviting atmosphere. For the early bird, thirteen different breakfasts are on the menu. Sample a full English or perhaps a lighter option.One can choose from a selection of toasted sandwiches, omelette's, pasta, pizza and fish dishes. Wines and other alcoholic drinks are available after 11am. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cool coffee |
208 Western Road Brighton, East Sussex BN1 2BA United Kingdom +44 1273 771498 |
Caffé Nero prides itself in the art of Espresso. Coffees are tested to perfection daily and an Espresso master calls in at least once a week. An attractive modern exterior is inviting to all. Inside, cool blue and contrasting brown walls give a warm friendly feel. For a caffeine hit call in before work, rest weary feet during shopping, meet up with friends, browse the 'papers and relax. Various other drinks, tempting cakes and pastries are also available and prices won't break the bank. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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France comes to Hove |
34 Church Road Hove Brighton, East Sussex BN3 2FN United Kingdom +44 1273 20 2744 |
Hidden amid several restaurants, the Centre Ville cafe is just the place to stop for a snack after shopping. Brightly colored surroundings and wooden furniture contribute to a pleasant atmosphere. There is also a garden at the back of the cafe which is popular in warm weather. A traditional English breakfast consisting of sausage, bacon, scrambled egg, mushrooms, beans or tomatoes as well as toast is around £4 and a vegetarian version is also available. For a lighter breakfast, the continental is ideal. Most lunches are delicious and there is a good selection of cakes and pastries. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Corner cafe for coffee and cakes |
30-31 North Street Brighton, East Sussex BN1 1EB United Kingdom +44 1273 32 4844 |
This newly established cafe is placed centrally on Brighton's North Street. The atmosphere is relaxed and decor pleasant. Wooden floors, cream and green walls and tasteful paintings complement each other well. The menu is imaginative and most main courses cost around £5. The range of jacket potatoes is most appetising with fillings such as roast vegetables with hummus, prawns in lemon mayonnaise and hot mushrooms and cheddar. Sandwiches are equally delicious and can be served on ciabatta, foccacia or sliced granary bread. Selsey crab or goat's cheese make great fillings. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Stop by for a snack |
59 Middle Street The Lanes Brighton, East Sussex BN1 1AL United Kingdom +44 1273 71 9000 http://www.angelfire.com/id/co... |
The Coach House is a cafe, bar and restaurant so feel free to stop by for a full meal or just a quick drink. The restaurant is very attractive with sunny, bright decor and lots of greenery. The bar and lovely outdoor courtyard area are also popular with the twenties/thirties crowd. Food is delicious. Who could resist fresh mussels with newly baked bread, home-made smoked salmon and dill fishcakes, and delicious puds (£7.95-£12.95)? Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Espresso to go |
53 Meeting House Lane The Lanes Brighton, East Sussex BN1 2HP United Kingdom +44 1273 72 9728 |
Coffee Chaos offers a great range of coffee and treats. A clean modern interior welcomes all. Despite the name, the atmosphere is surprisingly relaxed. The foundation for all the coffees is a good smooth espresso, and CC achieves that with only the best arabica beans. There are many different drinks to try including hot chocolates and teas. A range of cakes and snacks are also on display to tempt the tastebuds. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Oh so chic |
45 Gardner Street Brighton, East Sussex BN1 1UN United Kingdom +44 1273 60 3031 |
With strong connections to the renowned English's Oyster Bar and Seafood Restaurant and a position next to the premier performing arts centre Komedia, Curve has some impressive friends. Beautifully styled, Curve has a great location for a coffee in the afternoon or a full meal in the evening. Starters like the local organic mushrooms in puff pastry with a white wine and cream sauce are a treat. Main courses like roast crispy duck, venison sausages and mediterranean vegetable wellington are just a small selection of what is on offer. In summer the whole front opens up to let you watch all the people go by. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Art school decor |
28 Sydney Street Brighton, East Sussex BN1 4EP United Kingdom +44 1273 60 2526 |
If you want to grab some breakfast with Brighton locals, then this might be the place for you. It looks like it was designed by a new age hippie straight out of art college, and in fact it probably was. Staff and customers are friendly and relaxed. Full breakfasts, sandwiches, salads, pies and all manner of filling fodder will have you pushing your plate away in satisfied surrender. There is equal choice and value for vegetarians too. If you're not hungry, then grab a tea, creamy hot chocolate or generous "mugachino" and take a seat out on the pavement and let Brighton bustle by. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fine English fare for all |
41 Church Road Hove Brighton, East Sussex BN3 2BE United Kingdom +44 1273 72 7410 |
Harry's serves traditional English food with a special touch. Once past the attractive blue tiled exterior, one finds light wooden furniture, pale green walls and a huge array of mirrors, some of which are for sale. Staff are most welcoming and the atmosphere pleasant. Breakfasts are served until 4pm and if feeling greedy the "pile up" consists of two fried eggs, back bacon, pork and sage sausage, grilled tomatoes, beans, fried bread, hash browns, black pudding, mushrooms and toast with tea/filter coffee (£7.45). Lighter meals, main courses, house specialities (£7.95-£13.95) and desserts are all listed. There's a good choice of wines, beers, soft drinks and beverages. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bold and bright |
35 Montpelier Road Brighton, East Sussex BN1 3BA United Kingdom +44 1273 77 0309 |
Java Cafe (formerly Esprit) can't fail to be noticed. It's certainly eye catching with a brightly colored exterior, large windows and sunny yellow walls. When weather is fine, seats outside are often taken but there's plenty of room inside. Chrome and yellow furniture gives a very modern look whilst large green plants create a relaxing vibe. A good place to stop for coffee, there's several varieties, teas, cold drinks, sandwiches and cakes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lunch stop |
2 Kensington Gardens North Laine Brighton, East Sussex BN1 4AL United Kingdom +44 1273 57 0963 |
Kensingtons has been established in the North Laine area of the town for several years. Climb the stairs and take in the bright and airy surroundings. The menu is extremely varied: from breakfasts (£3-£4) to sandwiches with over 60 fillings ranging from smoked salmon and cream cheese to bacon, brie, walnut and mayo'. Mexican fajita wraps, nachos, baked potatoes and a good choice of light meals and salads are also available. Drinks include hot chocolate with marshmallows, cappuccino, cinnamon flavoured coffee and freshly squeezed carrot juice. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dine with a view |
26-28 Kings Road Arches Brighton, East Sussex BN1 2LN United Kingdom +44 1273 22 0222 |
This intimate little restaurant is located under one of the King's Road Arches right down on the seafront, next to the West Pier and brand new paddling pool and play area. They are open all day and evening serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. The food is beautifully presented and dishes such as Thai Crab Cakes with spaghetti mouli or Marrakesh Griddled Chicken with saffron rice taste as good as they sound. There is a children's menu, highchairs and a selection of organic babyfood in jars for those fussier eaters. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Provincial cafe |
164 Church Road Hove Brighton, East Sussex BN3 2DL United Kingdom +44 1273 32 7329 |
Mangerie offers everything from simple jacket potatoes at lunch to Modern British favourites, often with an ethnic edge, in the evening. The small rustic cafe, with its yellow and green colour scheme, has a relaxed feel to it and paintings by local artists adorn the walls. The evening menu offers appetisers such as smoked salmon and dill sauce or a warm goats cheese salad. Try the duck in plum sauce for a special treat. For a delicious and unusual dessert, deep fried ice cream is a cool surprise. Bring your own alcoholic beverages and a corkage charge will not apply. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Muffins and cookies to go |
Churchill Square Shopping Center Brighton, East Sussex BN1 2EP United Kingdom +44 1273 72 9015 http://www.milliescookies.com |
You are aware of this kiosk long before you see it due to the sweet aroma of freshly baked muffins and cookies that wafts from it. This is purely a take-away stand as there is no seating provided. You can take your pick from a selection of giant cookies and muffins or from the 31 flavours of Baskin-Robbins ice cream that they sell. Buying a bagful of cookies is better value than buying just one, so what are you waiting for. Coffee and juice is also on offer to wash down those crumbs. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fabulous fry-ups |
40 Western Road Hove Brighton, East Sussex BN3 1JD United Kingdom +44 1273 20 2828 |
This two-floor cafe is your typical "greasy spoon". However, Naff Caff is extremely popular with locals, students and anyone requiring nourishment after a heavy night of partying. Breakfasts are the most popular and if venturing to the cafe on a weekend morning, be sure to arrive at a reasonable time - after 11am, it gets really crowded. A massive morning feast complete with fried potatoes, bubble and squeak, mushrooms, egg, sausage, bacon, toast and tea/coffee is around a fiver. A vegetarian version is also on offer. Lunches and light snacks are also available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fabulous Pizza |
141 Church Road Hove Brighton, East Sussex BN3 2EA United Kingdom +44 1273 77 0999 |
Situated in Hove since the mid 1990s, this restaurant is a popular pizza and pasta house with locals. Large and spacious, Orsino benefited from a recent renovation. It's always has a fun atmosphere suited for everyone. During the daytime, pop in for cocktails, coffee, cakes or light lunches. In the evening a huge menu offers a wide range of delicious choices. Main dishes such as salads, pizzas, pasta, grills and seafood range from £5-£14. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Foot-weary shopper's retreat |
3 Cranbourne Street Brighton, East Sussex BN1 2RD United Kingdom +44 1273 73 5284 |
A few metres from Churchill Square one finds the Parasol, a fairly large cafe complete with attractive green and black tiles, big windows and lots of hanging plants. Capuccino, espresso, machiato, caffe latte, mocha and iced coffees. Teas, hot chocolate and other cold drinks are also in abundance. Food wise, there's pasta, jackets, salads, sandwiches, cakes and pastries all at reasonable prices. A children's menu for the under 10s will please those with smaller appetites. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Modern popular pre-club venue |
113-114 Western Road Brighton, East Sussex United Kingdom +44 1273 73 3245 http://www.cside.co.uk |
This is a modern and popular pre-club venue. By day it's frequented by locals, mainly of the 20s-30s age range. Choose from two areas, one containing tables and chairs, white walls and a bar with lovely tiled top. The other sports blue and red decor, huge comfy sofas and large framed prints. Lagers, Hoegaarden and Guinness are all on offer here. Most popular are the flavoured vodkas at GBP1.99 a shot. Mars Bar, Jelly Baby, extra strong mint, chilli, lemon sherbert and even Toblerone can be sampled. For those who don't need alcohol, soft drinks and coffee are always on hand. Polar East is in Kemp Town. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Films and food |
51-55 Brunswick East Hove Brighton, East Sussex BN3 1AU United Kingdom +44 1273 77 0002 http://www.sanctuarycafe.co.uk/ |
This friendly and hip venue on three floors houses a renowned Brighton cafe which puts on a wide variety of events almost every night, from live music to poetry, for a small entrance fee. They also provide board games to play whilst drinking your coffee. Originally a completely vegetarian cafe, the menu has recently expanded to offer Burmese, European and African cuisine. Lunches range from home made soups, salads and baguettes. Evening meals include specials like Friday fish suppers - the Calimari in red wine and tomato sauce served with a mushroom risotto is divine. There are no GM foods and organic wines are available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fantastic meatless dishes |
71 East Street Brighton BN1 1HQ United Kingdom +44 (0)1273 72 9051 http://www.terreaterre.co.uk |
This vegetarian restaurant has achieved national acclaim for its fine cuisine. Unlike many vegetarian restaurants, Terre a Terre presents dishes that are made with a light, sophisticated touch. The decor is chic and modern, but takes on an altogether more romantic tone with candles and dimmed lighting in the evening. The food is simply superb—it is beautifully presented, the Twice Baked Camembert Soufflé is divine. This is a deservedly popular restaurant. Be sure to book in advance. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fierce by name, friendly by nature |
98 Trafalgar Street North Laine Brighton, East Sussex BN1 4ER United Kingdom +44 1273 69 3377 |
The Tiger Bar provides a huge range of meals and drinks. Large, light and airy, it's great in summer with open windows and street seating. Staff are most helpful and service efficient. Amid the large menu dishes include: Thai green vegetable curry with spiced wild rice, hot duck and warm ginger salad or chargrilled sirloin steak and peppercorn sauce. Portions are more than ample and you won't leave feeling hungry. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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