Verrrry good!!! We had just arrived in town, hubs first visit to Brighton, this was just what we were looking for. Great atmosphere!! The staff was very friendly. We came on half-priced prosecco night, sweet!! We were able to sit and chat and relax after a day of travels. The table next to us happened to order everything on the small bites menu, so we got a good view of the options. The steak pie was outstanding!!! Very tasty and comforting. I didn't need much gravy but it was all delicious. Loved the homemade focaccia and smashed potatoes. This was a perfect option for us!! read more

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An amazing British pub!! With food and service above a traditional pub standard. Came here after a day of walking around Brighton in crowds of people and loved the local vibe of this pub. The clientele seemed to be regulars that knew each other and the staff. I'd highly recommend getting a seat out in the garden - it is beautiful back there. Tonight the garden was packed so we enjoyed our meal indoors. Started with an elderflower Collins that was refreshing and delicious, and a flavorful Pimm's with cucumber, mint, lime and orange. Dinner tonight was the oyster mushroom bao buns which were super flavorful (though a bit spicy) and the hit at our table for the evening. My friend had the crispy chicken thigh burger which was good but a bit overcooked for her liking. The crispy smashed potatoes were amazing and the fries were perfect with a drizzle of vinegar. Finished the night off with a G'n'T and left truly satisfied. The staff, though very busy, were very attentive and friendly. If I were a local, Connaught would be my regular place to meet up with friends! read more

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I love walking into a pub and smelling an open fire - especially when its freezing cold and raining outside. We popped into the Connaught last night for a couple of pints after not going there for years and were really surprised. The whole place had been gutted and refurbished in a really tasteful way; perfect lighting, comfortable seating and two huge murals on the walls, one of Johnny Rotten and one of Iggy Pop. We sat at the bar and had a good view of the food as it came out. It was fantastically presented and smelt appetizing. On the menu were starters like pumpkin and pecorino ravioli or seared scallops with mains such as Seabass fillets or saddle of venison. When we looked at the bottom of the menu, we noticed that day's date, this we were told was due to the fact that the menu can sometimes change twice daily depending on which produce arrives. Lovely to see. There were a good selection of lagers and real ales availble and the bar had a really nice atmosphere (we noticed Fatboy Slim with a group of mates enjoying himself in the corner!) but as Maria the Assistant Manager said 'we're all about the food - we try our best to make it as fresh and free-range as possible and to buy it as close to home as we can. We're definitely going back for dinner. read more

The Connaught - Gastropubs Near Me - Hove, BNH

This is a top pub, acting as the perfect advert for the unique Brighton/Hove style that is so welcoming and modern. The pub is larger then most in the area, seating at least a 100 people, if not more. It has clearly been decorated recently, sporting a turquoise decor with modern art prints scattered around. The atmosphere is probably second to none, attracting a young 20-30 something professional crowd. The only question mark would have to be over the prices; while we all know the south east is expensive, £4.20 for a pint of Peroni (rare to be draught), is expensive, very expensive. read more

The Connaught - Gastropubs Near Me - Hove, BNH

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A friend had their birthday meal here recently and I will definitely return. With such a big group - on a Saturday night - the staff could have been forgiven for being less than friendly with their service. But they were great, even when they were vainly trying to get us to actually order before it got too late. The food was fantastic. I'm drooling just at the thought of the pork belly as I write this. The bar staff were just as friendly, especially the one who agreed with me that the ski jump looked easy and would join me at the Olympics in four years time. Really looking forward to going back for a couple of pints in a great open space. It is a gastropub so it does give over a fair bit of room to diners but there is still a lot of room for just drinking as well. I will be back. read more

When my husband's parents visited us recently, they had one [very sensible] request: Sunday roast. Having visited The Connaught previously with my father and rather enjoying it, we decided to give it another go... and we were certainly not disappointed. The food was absolutely fabulous - generous portions, unbelievably tender meat and delightful "herb yorkies". The setting was perfect - beer garden with a lovely grassy area and picnic tables to dine at. The only thing that was ever so slightly disappointing was the homemade pink lemonade, which took a little too long to arrive and tasted a bit bitter - but under no circumstances let that put you off! There are heaps of other drinks to choose from. read more

My wife and I recently decided to see what all the fuss was about with this place. We booked a table for Sunday lunch. When you arrive, it has that familiar "gastropub" feel that so many places are now doing. I personally don't mind this, although it is a bit generic. We were not welcomed on arrival and had to wait in line at the bar to be shown to our table. Given that it was fairly quiet, we were also surprised how hard it was to catch the waiter's attention. The menu was rather limited, but looked interesting. We ordered some olives to nibble on and then both went for the Sunday roast main. Our food arrived quickly - so quickly in fact that we had hardly had any chance to nibble on the olives - what a shame. The meat and roast potatoes were both good and worthy of 4 stars. Sadly the same cannot be said of the cold veg and dreadful Yorkshire pudding (dry, tasteless, cold cardboard). Being served cold veg is one of my absolute pet peeves, so forgive me if I get worked up over this! At this price point, I was a bit disappointed with the meal. Also, we were not offered any sauces (mint sauce, horseradish etc.). We had to try and catch the waiter's eye for this while our food got cold(er). Overall then not awful, but not really competitive at this price point either. When you have only 1 glass of soft drink and one main each, 35 pounds including tip for two is not bad, but there are several cheaper options with better food and service close by. Indeed, if you like this kind of bistro food, in my opinion Brasserie Pascale in 2nd Avenue offers clearly better food and service for roughly the same price. 3 stars from me for being not bad but not really good enough at this price point, especially since there are so many good options for roughly half the price within a few minutes. read more

Lovely pub with delicious food and great atmosphere. The garden area is pretty big and well kept and the inside has a fire lit sometimes which makes it all very cosy. I would say the food is quite expensive for what it is, but otherwise great place to be. read more

One of them Sundays when know one wants to cook. So it comes down to wat pub does a good Sunday dinner. So off we whent. Came across this pub. Went inside a nice looking pub. First thing that hit me was there was dogs in there. Yep woof woof type. I was that hungry, I wasn't gonna walk out to look for a next pub. Whent and got the drinks in first. They have a very large collection of drinks. Beers,brands and whiskys. Sat down to the food menu. Roast chicken, roast beef, lamb or the veggie option which was some sort of nut roast. Dat defo ain't for me. I won't meat. I had roast chicken,. Wow wat a dinner. Kid you not. That was the best Sunday dinner I have ever had apart from my nans. I can't put it into words how good it was. You really have to go and try it. Through out the week they do a normal menu. Buy the looks of it,the food looks good to. After I had the pumpkin tart with vanilla ice cream. Wow wow. Check this place out. It's a must. I you don't like the food, I'll pay for your meals.. But on a level go and check it out for yourself. You won't be disappointed. read more

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This brick built giant-sized gastro pub is a fabulous dinner joint and has some of the classiest décor around for pub dining. They locally source their produce as much as is humanely possible, which although not personally my biggest concern in a restaurant, it is a big plus point when it comes to helping out local farming businesses and providing fresh and tasty food stuffs. I am a big fan of daily changing menus and this place has one, I don't know why more people don't do it. It is a great way to keep creativity in the kitchen and your regular customers inspired by what's on offer. They have a fantastic beer garden here also making it a brilliant daytime choice in the Brighton spring and summer. I was also impressed by the huge array of wines on offer that compliment the diverse and ever changing menu. read more

Great gastropub. Good locally sourced food that changes seasonally, dog friendly atmosphere and warm fireplace for winter and terrace for summer. A bit in the pricey side. Every time I go I am happy. read more

This used to be a real spit and sawdust type of pub, with some very unsavoury looking characters hanging around inside and outside. But it was taken over and refurbished and is now stylish with a buzzy atmosphere and also serves good food too from posh burgers and fish & chips to eat in the bar area or you can be seated in the restaurant area. The food is ever so slightly overpriced, but tasty none the less. read more

Do I want to pay ski resort prices for a pint?. No. Food follows similar lines - this place is totally over priced in my opinion but I guess if you like that sort of thing then fill your boots. Are they counting their money and laughing at us all? I gave this two stars because of the decor. read more

Busy pub, lots of atmosphere. I have eaten there rather than drunk on a number of visits and it has been excellent every time. I have gone for the steak on a number of occasions and it has been fantastic. read more

Superb food, more restaurant quality than typical pub, but you can still pop in for a pint by the open fire. Fab, great refurb and highly recommended! read more

Has been done up recently. Now doing local produce food. Very good.

Have heard a lot about this place and for a birthday treat on Friday booked a table for Sunday lunch. Advised by guy on the phone that 12pm and 1pm were taken so could we make it 2pm, he took my name AND m mobile phone number. Really looking forward to it. Arrived at 1.50pm on Sunday and checked in. We were advised that there had been a cock up and that bookings had been missed from their list would we mind waiting whilst they sorted it out. We were happy to do so and ordered a drink and at 2.25 we asked what was happening (as we had been completely ignored and not even told that they were looking in to it or won't be long etc) only to be told well it wasn't there fault that there was not a table and they could'nt fit us in.They had had a simliar experince with a booking for 9 however managed to fit them in. I think their customer service is reserved for large groups or friends/regulars as they seemed to be being fitted in and is appalling. It was not OUR fault that whoever took the booking messed up we booked in good faith and the customer should always be right even an offer of a later table or at the VERY least an apology for their staff error would have been better however we got neither. We will not be going again and will be advising anyone thinking of going to not trust a booking (demand a name) and of the very poor customer service. read more