Whether you fancy cramming in the cranberries with a group of your chums or getting the family together for tasty turkey piled onto a plate big enough to have its own postcode, our town boasts a dapper selection of festive feasting destinations. Grab your elasticated waistband and check out our guide to the best restaurants for Christmas lunch in Brighton.
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Last updated on 18th November 2024
Tempest is the seaside restaurant and bar that boasts cave interiors, a vibrant atmosphere and live music throughout the week. Make it your go-to in Brighton for Christmas lunch this year and you won't regret it.
It's dishing up two courses for £25 and three for £30, including moules mariniere or chicken liver parfait to start, followed by butter-poached turkey with pancetta, lobster and cod lasagne, salmon en croute or mushroom schnitzel.
Spread over three floors; including the main pub, the Regency restaurant and a gorgeous terrace, The Lion and Lobster serve up a mighty Christmas lunch in Brighton. Chow down on three delicious courses for £35 - think smoked salmon pate and braised beef with parsnip mash.
You can always rely on Browns Brasserie & Bar for the best Christmas Day lunch in Brighton. Its serious festive spread sees you tuck into three courses for £95 per person to get your fill of classic roasts, vegan alternatives and indulgent desserts. Oh, yes.
Head over to Woodingdean to discover Downs Hotel, a charming country pub where you can get your hands on a festive feast for as little as £32 per person. Expect plush, comfortable furnishings and lots of modern, colourful decor, as well as a top choice of beers.
Choose between two or three courses of seasonal eats, featuring the likes of grilled seabass fillets, hand-carved turkey breast and panettone cheesecake.
The Dorset is a great place for your Brighton Christmas lunch, as the cosy boozer not only has traditional decorations but the two or three-course meals to match. Think everything from soups to roasts, traditional puds and indulgent chocolate desserts.
It may be known for its raucous parties, but Patterns also knows how to feed you up good come the festive season. Book yourself in for a delicious group Christmas lunch of two or three courses, complete with canapés, wine and some very cool surrounds to enjoy it in.
Ohso Social might seem like more of a summer pick with that beautiful terrace, but Christmas is just as great at this beachfront venue. Think three courses spanning soups, roasts, traditional puding and other festive favourites, alongside prosecco packages and other drink deals. You can even book a heated igloo for cosy drinks with a view.
On a budget for you Christmas meal? The Grosvenor Casino festive menu comes in at £32.95 for three courses, featuring roast turkey with all the trimmings, as well as a veggie loaf and rump steak. What's more, you can enjoy all sorts of fun games afterwards.
Although better known for its stunning beer garden and gorgeous interiors, Park View also has a crackin' menu up for grabs. This Christmas is no different, as there will be mouthwatering potted smoked salmon and puds to enjoy. Need to plan a festive party? There are private rooms for that.
When it comes to Christmas lunch in Brighton for 2024, Grand Central has got it down. The regal pub has gone all-out this time around, armed with an impressive menu of traditional treats and modern classics. Thirsty? Explore the booze list, from beer to wine.
Adorned with shimmering gold accents and cosy, soft interiors, Mowgli in Brighton is a stunning Indian restaurant that serves up mouthwatering street food and creative cocktails.
This Christmas, they're rolling out a festive menu for £35 per person, featuring multiple courses. Start your dinner with a glass of bubbles or beer, then indulge in dishes like fenugreek kissed fries, gunpowder chicken, and Himalayan cheese toasties. Don't forget to save room for their famous signature brownie - it's a must-try.
Whether you're a carnivore, veggie or vegan, The North Laine Pub and Brewery can cater to you. A great spot for a hearty Christmas lunch, the cosy pub offers Christmas specials of their famous burgers, with sides of brie parcels and pigs in blankets.
A family-run gastropub in the heart of Hove, The Stoneham is the perfect setting for a cosy Christmas dinner. For the ultimate merrymaking experience? Enjoy roast sirloin beef, deep-fried brie and delicious cheese boards in front of the roaring open fire.
Shakespeare's Head is offering up punters a hearty lunch menu for those festive shindigs. Located on Chatham Place, this best-loved boozer will be whipping up a wallet-friendly three-course Christmas lunch for £29.95. Think roast turkey and chocolate brownies.
Whether you're looking for a spot for a festive date night or have been tasked with organising the office meal, The Mesmerist is a top choice for a Christmas day lunch in Brighton for 2024. Choose between a sit-down spread and buffets, two private function rooms and multiple bars.
For that perfect Christmas lunch, make your way to Rendezvous Casino Brighton. Located on the seafront, this venue has a dining space and bar, alongside a full-venue hire space for those seeking something a little larger.
You can always rely on Dead Wax Social for atmosphere, and at Christmas time this venue really is the place to be. Not only will you be able to listen to top-notch tunes during the day from the vinyl playlist, but there's also an epic menu with much-loved festive favourites.
Having been around since 1766, The Pump House has had plenty of time to perfect its Christmas lunches. Expect a hearty feast in traditional surrounds - we're talking wooden walls, leather bar stools and golden chandeliers, as well as a stone fireplace carved with the initials of the original owner in the 18th Century. You can pair your scrumptious roast or juicy pie with a pint of premium cask ale, or one of their many spirits.
A great option for those after the best Christmas Day dinner in Brighton, this vivacious watering hole is perfect for everything from chilled-out dinners to big nights out. Its menu includes rolled turkey breast and a festive veggie Wellington to ham hock bon bons and hot homemade mince pies.
'Tis the season to enjoy a mouthwatering festive feast at The Fitz Regent. For 2024, this Castle Square favourite is offering up a three-course meal for £16.95, which includes pulled turkey yorkies, a Christmas chicken burger and Guinness brownies. To top it off, there are also drink packages.
Proud Cabaret Brighton is pulling out all of the stops for Christmas 2024 in Brighton. This fantastic venue is showcasing some of the very best festive burlesque entertainment, all to be enjoyed with some mouthwatering grub. Don't fancy lunch? There are evening slots too.
Hailed as the meat mecca of Brighton, The Coal Shed is one of our top picks for quality seasonal dishes. At Christmas, the seafront spot comes alive with the sweet scent of seasonal fare. Whether you take to the turkey or have a hankering for a juicy poter house steak, this venue is set to impress.
Hove Place offers much more than your standard gastro fare come Christmas lunchtime. Serving up a stunning selection of dishes for you and your fellow feasters, you'll find delicious eats from sticky toffee, date and cranberry spiced pudding with rum ice cream to brined and smoked turkey breast, and baked cod fillet with celeriac rouille.
