Among the tiny alleyways and independent clothes shops are quirky eateries with a fantastic array of options. Whether it's tapas, tasting menus or Caribbean nibbles that you're after, there's so much to choose from. We've weaved in and out of this famously cool area to whip up a stellar list of the best restaurants in The Lanes, Brighton.
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Last updated on 9th May 2025
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One of the best restaurants in Brighton's Lanes is knocking out high-end steak in classy settings. The Coal Shed showcases local produce cooked over a grill, like barbecued monkfish and eight-hour smoked beef short rib.
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Burnt Orange whips up classy small plates all day, with a strong amount of seafood and wood-fired small plates on offer. This stunning destination is filled with foliage and natural light, and there's a gorgeous garden terrace to boot.
Pop to this all-day destination for smoked lamb shoulder, skillet-baked potatoes or grilled Sussex halloumi, washed down with premium wines.
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No 32 has a gorge three-course set menu that will satisfy those tastebuds no matter what you're into. In this grand venue, start with stuffed aubergines, move onto a whole seabass, and then finish by indulging in a portion of sticky toffee pudding.
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Don't be fooled by its name, The Breakfast Club can also be added to our list of lunch places in The Lanes you need to visit. We'd recommend trying its array of American brekkie choices centred around pancakes, syrup and bacon.
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Post House Cafe has a delightful range of options with breakfast, brunch and a Sunday roast all on the agenda. Seasonal small plates are available from Thursday to Sunday too, so swing by for pork ribs with a soy and yuzu glaze and a plethora of other bites.
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You make a visit to Browns Brasserie & Bar for British classics, brunches and more served in a suave setting. The hotspot also has a lunch and early evening menu where courses include duck parfait, smoked haddock fishcakes, and chocolate fondant.
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The Mesmerist is top of the class when considering the best pubs in The Lanes, Brighton. It serves bottomless brunch, bao buns and, like all top-tier boozers, plus a Sunday roast that's loved by locals and tourists alike.
Looking for the best tapas Brighton Lanes has to offer? Well, be quick and book a table at Med. This is an idyllic venue for pals to share small plates like coronation cauliflower pakoras, grilled sardines and apricot miso-glazed lamb.
Kindling is simply one of the best restaurants in Brighton, where local produce is key and stunning flavours are everything. If you're feeling a little fancy - and who doesn't sometimes - book a table to indulge in the tasting menu.
Food For Friends is one of the Brighton restaurants you need to explore for a memorable dining experience. The intriguing menu showcases all sorts of mouthwatering eats, from charred sweetheart cabbage and squash rigatoni to massaman tofu curry.
