From its heaving clubs to booze-ups in craft beer pubs, the year never ends on a dull note in this seaside hub. But it's not all dancing 'til the early hours, the town also has a hit list of acclaimed restaurants that are perfect for a bit of wining and dining. Grab your pals and see in 2025 at our pick of the best New Year's Eve restaurants in Brighton.
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Enjoy festive-themed dining at Brighton Marina this New Year's Eve, as Rendezvous Casino whips up a four-course feast for £65, with live entertainment and DJs. As for afters? Try your luck on the roulette wheel or settle down in the largest poker room in the south of England.
The Gather Inn is perched on the edge of Hove lagoon and the seafront, boasting locally sourced fare. With two bars to choose from for your aperitif or post-dinner tipple, you're totally spoilt for choice at one of the best Brighton pubs for New Year's Eve.
Celebrate New Year's Eve in Brighton for 2024 with family and friends at Wahaca, especially great if you're looking to mix things up and try something a little different. Mexican fare and margaritas reign supreme here, making it perfect for a vibrant sharing feast.
If you're looking to hunker down on Brighton seafront this New Year's Eve, Ohso Social is the place to be. They're open all day, so you're bound to be treated to a tasty feast before a seeing glorious range of live entertainment. Cute winter pods are also available to book, kitted out with heaters and group tables.
After the best New Year's Eve dinner in Brighton? Then the Downs Hotel has got you sorted. Head inside this coastal venue, where you'll be able to delve into a three-course set menu including all sorts of treats. And why not make a night of it by booking a room too?
Get ready as No 32 will be hosting a fabulous New Year's Eve dinner, followed by a masquerade after-party in its incredible space. Venture to this Duke Street party venue for mouthwatering mains and carefully curated cocktails, all before throwing some shapes to live DJ sets.
Browns Brasserie & Bar Brighton has a cracking New Year's Eve menu on offer for 2024. Start off with a twice-baked Cropwell bishop stilton souffle, followed by pan-roasted seabass and a pesto-crusted chicken breast. On top of that? There's also a free bellini included in your meal.
Situated on the Brighton Palace Pier, Palm Court Restaurant is the ideal stop-off for New Year's Eve foodie celebrations. Be sure to clink your glasses of Champers, all while digging into fresh seafood (there are vegan options too) and taking in the pretty ocean views.
Head to The Seahorse for their golden gala, complete with a tantalising three-course meal. We're talking grilled prawns and lamb skewers to start, followed by chicken supreme or roasted squash, all with great views of the Brighton pier New Year's Eve fireworks for 2024.
Enjoy an afternoon tea at The Grand in Brighton this New Year's Eve, the perfect start to a day of celebrations. You can enjoy goat's cheese and red onion quiche, poached salmon finger sandwiches, mini cakes and pastries alongside a glass of fizz on the 31st.
Ready to ring in 2025 with classic tunes and a well-deserved boogie? Head to The Exchange for a New Year's Eve event with The Woodcutters. Don't miss out on their quirky vintage interiors, live music, and dee-licious grub.
One that should be on all Brighton diners' bucket list is The Coal Shed, a mecca of meaty cuts, industrial style and private hire options. Come New Year's Eve in the town, the smart restaurant serves up a multi-course tasting menu complete with a glass of bubbly.
Instagrammable to its core and boasting a menu of tasty British plates, The Ivy is perfect for large groups who are over the whole clubbing thing. Nab one of the circular booths for views of their seaside prints and that stunning botanical bar, with a great cocktail list.
For a truly indulgent start to your New Year's Eve proceedings, how about a trip to a swanky fine dining restaurant from a Masterchef pro? Etch brings seasonal plates and tasting menus to Hove, all served up in a vibrant and contemporary setting.
