Diners' Choice: Lively restaurants in Brighton

A photo of Fatto a Mano North Laine Brighton restaurant

4.8

4.8 (53)

£25 and under

Pizzeria

Brighton

About the restaurant

We started Fatto a Mano in Brighton in 2015, serving authentic and affordable Neapolitan pizza, made with fresh ingredients, in a friendly environment. For us, everything starts with our dough. Soft and pillowy, our pizza dough is made fresh every day, using only the best Italian 00 flour, salt, water and yeast. We let our dough prove for at least 24 hours – the slow proving means we’re able to use minimal quantities of yeast, so our pizzas are light and easily digestible. We use carefully selected Italian and local British ingredients from a handful of small, independent suppliers to top our pizzas. Finally, our pizzaioli cook the pizzas in our oven at about 450 degrees, for no more than 90 seconds, in true Neapolitan style.

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Paul

Dined on Jun 6, 2025

Fabulous, authentic pizzas with super tasty toppings. Great, friendly, fast service right in the heart of the Lanes!

Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Lewes

4.7

4.7 (1368)

£25 and under

British

Lewes

About the restaurant

Bill, the man, the myth, the legend, was born and bred here in Lewes. That's why the town proudly hosts the original Bill's restaurant, and dare we say it, it's still the best - not only because it's our firstborn. Located right by the River Ouse, it's the perfect spot for a boujee breakfast, laid-back lunch or delightful dinner. Swing by at the weekend and treat yourself to our bottomless brunch, granting you 90 minutes of unlimited prosecco or cocktails plus food from our brunch or main menu. Tempted? Join us by the river at the OG Bill's for a dining experience to savour.

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nicholas

Dined on Apr 27, 2025

Despite being Sunday lunch time and busy ,the service was prompt and very attentive. Lovely brunch main plates.

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Fatto a Mano Preston Circus

4.7

4.7 (22)

£25 and under

Pizzeria

Brighton

About the restaurant

We started Fatto a Mano in Brighton in 2015, serving authentic and affordable Neapolitan pizza, made with fresh ingredients, in a friendly environment. For us, everything starts with our dough. Soft and pillowy, our pizza dough is made fresh every day, using only the best Italian 00 flour, salt, water and yeast. We let our dough prove for at least 24 hours – the slow proving means we’re able to use minimal quantities of yeast, so our pizzas are light and easily digestible. We use carefully selected Italian and local British ingredients from a handful of small, independent suppliers to top our pizzas. Finally, our pizzaioli cook the pizzas in our oven at about 450 degrees, for no more than 90 seconds, in true Neapolitan style.

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Yan

Dined on May 4, 2025

We were 30 mins earlier, our table was already ready for us. Pizza and desert are full flavour, simple but super delicious, great and fresh ingredients, nothing complicated. Friendly staff and moving at very smooth pace at busy time. Toilet had decent size and very clean! Thumbs up!

Fatto a Mano Hove

4.7

4.7 (61)

£25 and under

Pizzeria

Hove

About the restaurant

We started Fatto a Mano in Brighton in 2015, serving authentic and affordable Neapolitan pizza, made with fresh ingredients, in a friendly environment. For us, everything starts with our dough. Soft and pillowy, our pizza dough is made fresh every day, using only the best Italian 00 flour, salt, water and yeast. We let our dough prove for at least 24 hours – the slow proving means we’re able to use minimal quantities of yeast, so our pizzas are light and easily digestible. We use carefully selected Italian and local British ingredients from a handful of small, independent suppliers to top our pizzas. Finally, our pizzaioli cook the pizzas in our oven at about 450 degrees, for no more than 90 seconds, in true Neapolitan style.

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Lauren

Dined 3 days ago

Lovely staff, great atmosphere, accommodating as we asked to move inside as it was windy, great experience all round.

The Ivy in the Lanes

4.6

4.6 (16679)

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

Brighton

About the restaurant

Airy, art-filled restaurant offering an all-day dining menu plus champagne & bespoke cocktails.

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Peter

Dined 5 days ago

Wonderful food,great service, and ambience.love going here

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Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Brighton

4.6

4.6 (1581)

£25 and under

British

Brighton

About the restaurant

Hop aboard the second-ever Bill's when you visit our restaurant in Brighton. While it's no longer a bus depot, our Brighton restaurant still transports you towards good times. Early birds can tuck into tasty breakfast favourites, from tea and toast to pancakes and hearty English or Mediterranean breakfasts. Later in the day, explore our lunch and dinner menus, complemented by a range of classic cocktails. Did we mention that we're just up the road from the seafront? So, there's no excuse to miss Bill's Brighton, even if you get lost in the Lanes.

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Sarah

Dined on Jun 6, 2025

We enjoyed a very enjoyable meal prior to going to a comedy show at the Dome Theatre. The food was delicious, service friendly and efficient with no delays.

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Pho Brighton

4.6

4.6 (380)

£25 and under

Vietnamese

Brighton

About the restaurant

Pho is a healthy Vietnamese restaurant that specialise in pho noodle soup, the national dish of Vietnam. Aside from pho, you can also expect to find amazing sharing starters, healthy salads, hearty rice bowls and decadent curries. They have a range of freshly made juices and also Vietnamese beers and a large wine and cocktail list. Pho’s menu is 40% vegan and nearly entirely gluten-free too. They also have an accessible kids’ menu where children can get a meal and a drink for £5.50.

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Tomas

Dined 7 days ago

One of the fastest services I’ve ever seen. We attend Pho Brighton semi-regularly and are aware how the service takes a little longer when it’s at its busiest - but during this last time we visited, the staff and kitchen really outdid themselves in terms of speed.

Wahaca Brighton

4.5

4.5 (34)

£25 and under

Mexican

Brighton

About the restaurant

Vibrant, Mexican small plates, made with over 200 ingredients, everyday by talented chefs. Cocktails freshly shaken to order, from iconic margaritas, made with 100% blue agave tequila, to mezcalitas and beautifully crafted non-alc cocktails. A taste of authentic Mexican flavours from Oaxaca to Wahaca. With a relaxed, laid-back vibe, where everyone’s welcome, any time of day.

Cooking with fresh, local, ingredients, with a wide variety of vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dishes, Wahaca has been consistently recognised as a leading sustainable restaurant.

Wahaca Brighton is just minutes from Brighton’s famous seafront, Theatre Royal, and Royal Pavilion. It’s a vibrant and colourful space for seaside visitors and locals. Enjoy tacos and margaritas with a side of seaside air.

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Sian

Dined on Jun 7, 2025

Visited Wahaca many times now and have always enjoyed the food and drinks on offer. Staff always very pleasant and friendly and restaurant has a nice ambiance.

Cecconi’s Brighton

4.3

4.3 (43)

£25 and under

Italian

Brighton

About the restaurant

Located inside the same building as Brighton Beach House, Cecconi’s Brighton is set on the first floor and features a terrace overlooking the sea. Open for lunch and dinner, choose from a selection of Northern Italian dishes including handmade pasta and cicchetti

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Geraldine

Dined on Jun 6, 2025

The food is well prepared and made of high-quality products, the staff is super friendly and the view is superb.

The Ivy Asia, Brighton

4.3

4.3 (3994)

£26 to £40

Contemporary Asian

Brighton

About the restaurant

Nestled in the heart of Brighton’s historic quarter, the brick-paved Lanes, The Ivy Asia Brighton is open seven days a week for lunch, dinner and much more.

Savour a menu as rich and varied as the diverse cultures that span the continent of Asia. With pan-Asian classics alongside incredible vegetarian and plant-based options, there’s something to please all. Expect a range of Sushi and Sashimi as well as small plates such as Pork and Kimchi dumplings, Spinach and Mushroom Gyozas or large plates such as smoking BBQ Lamb Chops and Slow-cooked Pork Belly.

When the Afternoon hits you do not want to miss out on our Asian-inspired Afternoon Tea, combining our best dishes, such as Aromatic Duck Spring Rolls, Salmon Cream Cheese and Cucumber Maki Rolls.

Want to stay and play late into the night? We’ve got you. We’ll be carrying on the party with incredible entertainment including live DJs every night. Listen to our sweet sounds and sip on our cocktail menu, that takes

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Alex

Dined 3 days ago

Food is really good, all tastes very fresh, but the decor is what you go for!

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