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The Better Half
If you ’ re after seriously good food , lovely wines and fabulous ales , enjoyed in warm and welcoming surroundings , The Better Half is a great shout . It ’ s relaxed , friendly and easy going , and the staff will do whatever they can to make sure you feel comfortable and happy when you visit .
Their food is better by half too … local and seasonal wherever possible , and homemade with care , imagination and craft without exception . Their style ? Contemporary British food done honestly , but always with a brilliant twist !
From steaks to fish cakes , mussels to burgers , and fish of the day to slow-cooked pork belly .
Pop in for a pint , a scotch egg , and a laugh after a long week . Make a reservation for Sunday roast , or meet up for a lively charity pub quiz . However you choose to spend your downtime , The Better Half is the perfect backdrop . A pebble ’ s throw from Hove seafront and a million miles from ordinary .
www . thebetterhalfpub . co . uk 01273 737869
The Chimney House
Located just a short walk from Seven Dials in Brighton , The Chimney house is a traditional pub with a relaxed and friendly feel serving food sourced locally and seasonally with a focus on wild range , game and foraged ingredients ; their Sunday roast is a big hit with locals .
Open all day Tuesday to Sunday , The Chimney House offers something for everyone from a cup of tea and a slice of cake , to a pint of Harveys , or a relaxed three-course meal . Sourcing their ingredients from within Sussex with fish from Shoreham and Newhaven , fruit and vegetables from local farms and glasshouses , and meat from Garlic Wood Farm , you can feast on inventive dishes like pickled mussels and mayonnaise , and steamed lamb pudding with kale and squash .
If you ’ re looking for welcoming service , a catch up over a drink or something with a bit more bite , this gem is well worth trekking a little further for .
www . chimneyhousebrighton . co . uk 01273 556708
Drakes
The décor at Drakes is perfectly matched to the town ’ s cool edge and their warm and friendly welcome make it a top fourstar hotel with true personality . The building is an attraction in itself , with two Georgian townhouses in one and an array of stunning period features combined with contemporary designs making it one of Brighton ’ s most exciting accommodations . The 20 bespoke rooms provide far more than a bed for the night ; with breathtaking design and sharp attention to detail , a Drakes room effortlessly creates the atmosphere of a stylish and luxurious home from home .
The hotel also incorporates a slick sea-facing bar and the elegant , fine dining Restaurant at Drakes , which both continue the theme of relaxed glamour and have resulted in several awards and accolades being received for innovative design , style and luxury .
www . drakesofbrighton . com 01273 696934
Indian Summer
Indian Summer has been delivering authentic Indian cuisine with a contemporary twist in the seaside city of Brighton for 15 years . Established with the aim of enlightening and enticing diners to the experience of eating the kind of rich , warm and flavoursome food that Indian families eat at home , Indian Summer is recognised as spearheading a new wave of Indian eateries and has received numerous awards and accolades including the Asian Curry Award for ‘ Best Indian restaurant on the South Coast ’ in 2015 .
Indian Summer ’ s expertly assembled menu represents a truly pan-Indian dining experience , taking inspiration from across the country ’ s distinct regions , and popular dishes include the wonderful Indian Summer thali - a mezze of chicken , mutton and aloo subzi served with dal , papad , pickle , roti and basmati rice .
www . indiansummerbrighton . co . uk 01273 711001
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