The Black Lion

Description

A Brighton institution favoured by both clued up locals and Brighton visitors looking for excellent food and great music selections - The Black Lion, just one block away from the beach in the heart of Brighton's Lanes, is a pub that can be as laid back as it can be raucous.

Found on Black Lion street (funnily enough), the pub has been around since its days as The Black Lion Brewery in the mid 1500s. Now, with its people-watching-friendly front terrace, deceptively large beer garden, local artwork and murals and friendly, speedy service, it's a great all rounder every day of the week. The Black Lion has changed greatly over the centuries, yet still manages to maintain that local boozer charm, whether you're there on a weekend for their DJ nights of hip hop, funk, soul, ska & indie, to a quick tipple and some food with a live band during the week. 

Sunday roasts always draw a crowd at The Black Lion, where hearty classics are made using locally sourced ingredients. But what about something of the liquid variety? Whilst The Black Lion boasts a cool selection of local craft beers and ales, there's a cracking cocktail surprise in store too. From famed classics and signature concoctions to the best Bloody Marys in the city, The Black Lion has all your booze bases covered. 

What's on

DJ Kyri
Expect bangers after bangers, mash - ups, tasty Hip - hop,  reggae and singalong fun!  FREE ENTRY  10pm till 3am 

Friday 22nd and Friday 29th November 2024

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Tom Yum
Tom Yum Plays all good stuff,  The 90's, Hip - Hop to disco to party jams on vinyl  Yummy  FREE entry  10pm till 3am …

Saturday 23rd November 2024

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Sunday Service
Worship at the altar of fun as The Black Lion give you a final party before the week starts. The Sunday Service takes place every week and has…

Every Sunday

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The Usual Band
The Usual band are one of our resident bands  who bring a unique taste to covers and they play as a 5 piece making Sunday's feel like aFriday…

Sunday 24th November 2024

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The Jazz Lounge
Jazz and cocktails? Yes please! Enjoy weekly jazz sets from our local performers at 'The Jazz Lounge'. Pair this with our 2 for £14 cocktail…

Every Wednesday

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WHATIFY
Any artist, any genre, any song... request it.. we will play it AND try not to ruin it for ya! FREE entry  10pm till late 

Thu, 28th Nov 2024 @ 22:00 - 0:00

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Molly Pop
Molly-Pop throws down the new Skool to old Skool, rap to reggae, breakbeat to DnB, bring ya dancing shoes!  Free 10-3AM …

Sat, 30th Nov 2024 @ 22:00 - 3:00

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Ice cream sundaes
The weekend’s not over ‘til we say it is!! Come get funky and groove along to your favourite hits to round off your weekend - with liveswinging…

Sun, 1st Dec 2024 @ 22:00 - 0:00

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The JAZZ Lounge
The Jazz Lounge  Sit back, relax and enjoy our house jazz trio every Wednesday  8pm till late  Cocktail deals x2 for £14.00 …

Wednesday 4th December 2024 and 2 other Wednesdays

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DJ Kyri
Expect bangers after banger, mash - ups, tasty Hip - hop,  reggae and singalong fun!  FREE ENTRY  10pm till 3am 

Friday 6th and Saturday 14th December 2024

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DJ Ratzi
Ratzi is that fun guy bringing the 90s party starters,  The throwback hiphop, and the good vibes you need in your life. FREE entry 10pm…

Sat, 7th Dec 2024 @ 22:00 - 3:00

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The Usual Band
The Usual band are one of our resident bands  who bring a unique taste to covers and they play as a 5 piece making Sunday's feel like aFriday…

Sunday 8th and Sunday 22nd December 2024

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Mane Brain Quiz night
ub vs Pub. Mes Heads vs Mane Brains. Join us at the Mesmerist for our brand new bi-weekly pub quiz, in collaboration with our sister pub the…

Monday 9th and Monday 23rd December 2024

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Sammy the Juke box
Sammy the Juke box brings a live twist to the night with his combining beatboxing, singing and a guitar. Sammy is a one man juke box! …

Thu, 12th Dec 2024 @ 20:00 - 22:00

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Molly Pop
Molly-Pop throws down the new Skool to old Skool, rap to reggae, breakbeat to DnB, bring ya dancing shoes!  Free 10-3AM …

Fri, 13th Dec 2024 @ 22:00 - 3:00

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DJ King L
King L  Bringing you a party like NO other in town!  FREE  10pm till 3am 

Thu, 19th Dec 2024 @ 22:00 - 3:00

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Jimi needles
Jimi needles is our Scratching experts, He brings a twist to your favourite  tracks and brings us heavy beats.   "Fun-lovin' mashup…

Fri, 20th Dec 2024 @ 22:00 - 3:00

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Tom Yum
Tom Yum Plays all good stuff,  The 90's, Hip - Hop to disco to party jams on vinyl  Yummy  FREE entry  10pm till 3am …

Sat, 28th Dec 2024 @ 22:00 - 3:00

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Offers

Offer Availability
Two for £12 Cocktails
Two for £12 Cocktails
Wednesday 20:00 – 23:00
Happy Hour on Beer, Cider, House wine & House Spirits
£4.50 Amstel. £5 Cruzcampo. £5 Orchard Thieves. £6 single spirit & mixer £8.50 double. £6 House wine £18 bottle
Monday 12:00 – 20:00
Tuesday 12:00 – 20:00
Wednesday 12:00 – 20:00
Thursday 12:00 – 20:00
Friday 12:00 – 20:00
2-4-1 Burgers
Any 2 burgers from our main menu, and the cheapest is free
Monday 17:00 – 20:00
Tuesday

Vouchers

Gift Card
£5 - £50

Info

  • Happily Affordable ££
  • Taking Bookings
  • Dance floor
  • None

Hours

Day Open Close Notes
Monday 12:00 0:00
Tuesday 12:00 0:00
Wednesday 12:00 0:00
Thursday 12:00 0:00
Friday 12:00 0:00
Saturday 12:00 0:00
Sunday 12:00 0:00

Location

Address

The Black Lion, 14, Black Lion Street, BN1 1ND

Area

The Lanes

Menus

  • Cuisines

    This venue serves Pub Food, British, Burgers and Roast Dinner food.

  • A word from the chef:

    Our food is all about getting back to basics, using local, seasonal and fresh ingredients in classic dishes - keeping to traditional pub favourites - with a Black Lion twist. Expect great gastro comfort food, that's totally packed full of flavour. Book for one of the best Roasts in Brighton - served every Sunday with meat, veggie and vegan options. Kitchen opening times: Monday-Friday 12pm til 7pm Saturday - 12pm til 8pm Sunday - 12pm til 4pm / sell out

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