Date Night In Brighton

looking for musical date ideas this December? then head to The Actors in Kemptown, where they'll be showcasing two live performers. The first is London-based artist Adam Znaidi, whose 70s-inspired beats provide a melodic start to the evening. Next up is a jazz-rock trio from Brighton, Meet Your Heroes, playing until 10.30pm.

Zarqa is the perfect pick of date night restaurants in Brighton, as the seafront beauty is delving out Middle Eastern food for you to feast on. Expect everything from delicious brunch dishes like shakshuka and sharing small plates featuring smoky aubergine layered with goats cheese.

Boasting affordable tapas, from a pork belly doughnut with 'nudja jam and crackling to burrata alongside roasted squash, Post House Cafe is a great shout for a Brighton date night. The venue also has delish cocktails and a tasting menu that's ideal for a romantic rendezvous. 

Upgrade your date night plans with a trip to The Wine Cellar on Marlborough Place. Choose between over 70 tipples with your other half, all while you take in the romantic setting. Wanna go all out? Then opt for a tasting experience, accompanied by meats or cheese.

In need of date night plans with your beau? The Fitz Regent has got you covered. Not only does this fabulous venue have a plethora of cosy corners for those sultry moments, but it also offers a top-notch selection of bespoke cocktails and a roster of live music events.

Searching for date night ideas in Brighton? The World's End is a hub that's perfect for breaking the ice. Have a go on retro arcade games, such as Time Crisis or an awesome Scalextric track, before testing your joint brain power in an immersive escape room.

What more could you want out of a date night pub than what Tempest offers? They've got beachfront views and top-notch beer in one of the quirkiest settings around. You and your partner could be drinking while sitting inside a cavern – now, that's a conversation starter.

Taking you on a gastronomical journey of Greece's most popular dishes is Nostos located on Holland Road. Our picks for date night? The house moussaka, chicken souvlaki with triple-cooked chips and the chocolate cheesecake praline to finish.

What was once a mausoleum and a boxing club is now Proud Cabaret; a fancy 1920s ballroom-esque space that's an ideal romantic spot. You'll find entertaining shows for both of you to enjoy, everything from talented cabaret to debauchery-filled burlesque parties.

Lay on the charm and treat your boo to a night of fine wines and European-style dishes in a gorgeous setting. Located along The Lanes, Med is cooking up plates featuring pork birria clams or stone bass crudo with prickly pear and yuzu, plus there are chocolate, lemongrass, coconut and miso caramel desserts to finish. 

If you really want to impress your other half, take them to Seascape at the top of Brighton i360. This theatrical cocktail bar is themed around all things nautical, with an enticing drinks menu to match - think themed tipples such as The Lost Bounty or a Seawater Elixir.

The glass pod rises up 450 feet every half an hour, giving ticket holders the chance to come and go as they please. From its beachfront location, you're guaranteed amazing views of the town as well.

Fancy smuggling in liquor with your beau? Alcotraz: Cell Block One-Three is a prison cocktail experience worth trying. Get into character by putting on an orange jumpsuit and befriending the crooked guards - you'll need to sneak past them to the long-serving inmates who will then make you some lip-smacking concoctions.

Not only does Patterns have a beautiful terrace fronting gorgeous views (when you aren't gazing into each other's eyes), but there's even a first-class drinks menu, featuring the likes of Banana, What's My Name? and the gin-based Lye To Me. On top of that? There are also brunch and live music events.

In need of date night plans? Then be sure to head to YO! Brighton for its sushi school events. Expect to learn everything you need to know about this much-loved Japanese dish together, from the making to its history. To top it off, you'll both get to delve into it all afterwards. 

This joint hits the spot when it comes to date night. The Joker is fronting swish vintage-inspired interiors, a seasonally rotating cocktail menu and a sexy cocktail lounge for you to settle down in. Oh, and you can score 3 for 2 wings on Wednesdays. Do we need to say anymore?

Situated close to both The Lanes and the beachfront, ASK Italian is a sleek, two-storey restaurant that flaunts cool neon signs and lots of pretty plants. It's a fun and affordable spot for date night, thanks to £8.50 cocktails and a relaxed vibe. 

Treat your other half to a whole load of Italian goodness, from mushroom and truffle calzone to chicken Milanese and fettucine bolognese.

The Mesmerist is one of our favourites for cheap date night ideas in Brighton. Inspired by 1930s gin palaces and decorated with steampunk flourishes, this unique watering hole doesn't just offer cool surroundings; there's also live music and a whole menu of tasty food like katsu chicken burgers.

If you're planning a date in Brighton, you'll be strapped for choice as there's so much going on. Liveliness is pretty much in the DNA of The Nightingale Room at Grand Central, as it's home to live cabaret, comedy and jazz, while the venue itself resembles a 1920s speakeasy.

Date night? Sorted. Head on over to Mrs Fitzherberts in The Lanes for a fantastic evening with your beau. Come rain or shine, this gorgeous venue has an indoor space or outdoor terrace for those romantic vibes. If you're thirsty, delve into the wacky list of inventive cocktails.

With a mini indoor football pitch and Italian delights on the menu, Pizza Pilgrims Brighton is a real gem for date nights. Be transported to the heart of Naples at this Ship Street joint, where you'll be able to tuck into Neapolitan-style grub, before booting the ball about downstairs.

If you're ready to experience the buzz of Brighton in a whole new way, make a beeline for Apiary. The award-winning bar team at this lively bar crafts cocktails that take inspiration from the world of bees, featuring ingredients like mead and honey-infused spirits. With drinks like the Bee's Knees infused with gin, fresh lemon and Sussex honey, you'll experience drinks that are as delightful as they are delicious.

Whether you have boozy brunch or drinks on your mind, Bohemia can do it all. A not-so-hidden gem, this slinky watering hole features a chic late lounge, a stunning rooftop terrace and ambient New York vibes. Cocktails are a must, with modern creations boasting dry ice.

Sometimes when you're looking for date ideas in Sussex, you just want a bit of privacy to hide away; the Set is great for this. With just 12 to 16 diners, this is a venue perfect for intimate moments, while you enjoy an inviting menu of delicious, seasonal food worthy of its Michelin Guide-rated status.

Kooks is an eco-friendly hub, which whips up delicious plates and cocktails. The interior focuses on upcycling; from the menu boards made of old vinyl covers to the cool second-hand LP jukebox. Meanwhile, you can eat a selection of tasty British treats and wash it all down with local ales.

Flint House is one of the best places in The Lanes for romantic moments. Featuring a gorgeous terrace for watching the sun go down and alfresco antics, this dining destination serves a range of sharing dishes and small plates, alongside a tasty selection of tipples worth trying upstairs at the cocktail bar.

Seeking date night ideas in East Sussex? No problem, because Metrodeco is recruiting the help and style of 1930s Paris to deliver it to you. Expect a cute venue decked out with brass drum coffee tables, opulent features and kitsch knick-knacks, all while you sip on a cocktail in the eve, or devour an aesthetically pleasing brunch dish in the day.