English's of Brighton
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About English's of Brighton
English's of Brighton is a seafood restaurant in Brighton that has been on site for over 100 years, at 29-31 East St. The menu centres on fresh fish and seafood, with oysters served several ways, including cooked oysters and Kilpatrick oysters. The hot seafood platter combines seafood and fish and comes with tartare sauce and garlic butter on the side, while the Surf and Turf platter pairs seafood with meat. Tables are set with white linens and cloth napkins, and a chandelier and flowers sit in the dining room. Bread and butter arrive at the table to start. The restaurant is open daily, and it regularly hosts birthday dinners and special occasions, including large family groups.
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention hot seafood platter, oysters, dry aged sirloin and fresh fish.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention hot seafood platter, oysters, dry aged sirloin and fresh fish.
Customer Review Summary
Seafood platters draw the most mentions. Reviewers describe a hot seafood platter as fresh and delicious, another with fish and seafood alongside tartare sauce and garlic butter, and a Surf and Turf platter that left one diner doing a happy dance. Oysters come close behind, both cooked and Kilpatrick. Others praise a seared seabass small plate with samphire, smoked trout with peanuts, venison spring rolls with raspberry sauce, a medium rare dry aged sirloin, and a gnocchi in pesto that pleased a vegetarian guest. Several describe birthdays and family dinners, noting friendly, attentive staff and a large group with children handled in an organised way. The room is described as cozy and calm, and one couple returns every spring. One reviewer found the meal on the expensive side and did not understand an extra charge, guessing it was for the bread and butter placed on the table. Reviewers also mention the crisp white table linens and the birthday dessert plates brought to the table.
Customer Review Summary
Seafood platters draw the most mentions. Reviewers describe a hot seafood platter as fresh and delicious, another with fish and seafood alongside tartare sauce and garlic butter, and a Surf and Turf platter that left one diner doing a happy dance. Oysters come close behind, both cooked and Kilpatrick. Others praise a seared seabass small plate with samphire, smoked trout with peanuts, venison spring rolls with raspberry sauce, a medium rare dry aged sirloin, and a gnocchi in pesto that pleased a vegetarian guest. Several describe birthdays and family dinners, noting friendly, attentive staff and a large group with children handled in an organised way. The room is described as cozy and calm, and one couple returns every spring. One reviewer found the meal on the expensive side and did not understand an extra charge, guessing it was for the bread and butter placed on the table. Reviewers also mention the crisp white table linens and the birthday dessert plates brought to the table.
Featured reviews
- Cat
“So so so good. We had the Surf and Turf platter and Kilpatrick oysters. It's on the expensive side, and I still haven't fully understood the extra charge. I'm assuming it was for the bread and butter they put on the table. Other than that the food it just ao delicious. Every bite was fireworks in my mouth. I did a happy dance. It's so worth going, even if it's just once in your life.”
- Jackie C
“English's really know how to cook fish - today a perfectly seared, delicate seabass small plate and samphire. My vegetarian guest and I both loved the gnocchi in a pungent and fresh pesto, with tender asparagus and little new potatoes. Always my favourite place to bring guests for the welcome and unique setting. See you again soon!”
- Shana Mason
“English’s has become a springtime tradition for my husband and I. The staff, the impeccable service, the calm surroundings and the fantastic seafood keeps us coming back year after year. What a privilege to be so close to such unparalleled quality!”
- Lorenzo Larango
“English’s of Brighton is an excellent seafood restaurant with fresh fish, delicious dishes, and a warm atmosphere. The quality of the food and friendly service make it a great place to enjoy a memorable meal. Highly recommended for seafood lovers”
- Theresa Baker
“A wonderful early evening meal, beautifully presented and delicious. Very special, friendly staff.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Good to know
“English's of Brighton serves the finest blend of traditional and modern, freshest, high-quality seafood in the city of Brighton & Hove. We've been on site for over 100 years proving that class is, indeed, permanent!”
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible seating · Wheelchair-accessible car park
Amenities
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
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- Wheelchair-accessible car park
Location
Seafood restaurants near English's of Brighton
- Riddle & Finns The Lanes4.62,0000.1 mi£40–100
fresh oysters, sea bass, sea bream
- Riddle & Finns The Beach4.41,1610.3 mi£40–100
oysters, seafood risotto, beach view seating
- Regency Seafood Restaurant4.34,5940.5 mi
seafood platter, fish and chips, seafood risotto
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English's of Brighton | 4.51,191 | — | — | hot seafood platter, oysters, dry aged sirloin |
| Riddle & Finns The Lanes | 4.62,000 | 0.1 mi | £40–100 | fresh oysters, sea bass, sea bream |
| Riddle & Finns The Beach | 4.41,161 | 0.3 mi | £40–100 | oysters, seafood risotto, beach view seating |
| Regency Seafood Restaurant | 4.34,594 | 0.5 mi | — | seafood platter, fish and chips, seafood risotto |
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