Relaxed, friendly restaurant decorated in warm burgundy colours. Appealing menu of tasty, original vegetarian dishes which include items from Japan, China and South America. Generous portions.

Simple, relaxed restaurant with passionate chef, buzzy vibe and friendly, welcoming service. Oft-changing menu of tasty, thoughtfully prepared, authentic Indian dishes, with delicate spicing and good quality ingredients. Great selection of beers and ..

Relaxed brasserie located within a part-17C, part-gothic hotel on the promenade; in summer, make for the hidden courtyard. Extensive wine list accompanies a menu of French bistro classics.

A stylish, modern steakhouse hidden away in the Brighton Lanes. Cooking centres around the Josper charcoal oven; they specialise in 35-day old matured organic steaks but there's also a wide selection of fish and other tasty dishes.

Set in the basement of an 18C townhouse hotel. Two small, intimate dining rooms with a soft, moody atmosphere and elegantly laid tables. Menus feature luxury ingredients and have a classical bent. Formal feel, even at lunch.

Friendly, passionately run neighbourhood bistro. Simply furnished, with exposed brick, food-related art and pleasant terrace. Regularly changing menu ranges from snacks to the full 3 courses; locally sourced ingredients to the fore.

Tucked away off the promenade; French and Mediterranean flavours to the fore in a confident, affordable, modern repertoire: genuine neighbourhood feel.

Converted bank in a residential area; the private dining room was once the vault. Light, airy feel, with high ceilings, well-spaced tables and summer terrace. Local ingredients used in modern dishes; good value lunch menu.

Neighbourhood brasserie on the edge of Kemp Town; its three adjoining rooms have a stylish, contemporary feel. Seasonal menu of technically skilled, classical dishes. Staff are welcoming and knowledgeable.

Warm and welcoming shabby-chic pub; part of the growing local 'Ginger' empire. Fresh produce is to the fore on the menu, which is mostly in a British vein but with the occasional nod to Italy.

Simple neighbourhood eatery boasting three enormous candelabras. Simple menu of classical, seasonal dishes. Early brunch on offer at the weekend and a concise à la carte at noon.

Lively neighbourhood eatery with quirky, informal feel and a great private dining room in the basement. Cooking is elaborate and adventurous: good value midweek menu; 7 course tasting menu - must be ordered in advance at lunch.

Majestic Victorian coaching inn, lovingly restored by a charming couple. Shabby-chic interior with boldly decorated walls. Menus focus on local, sustainable produce and dishes are confidently cooked, well-balanced and bursting with flavour.