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PRICE RANGE
US$38 - US$99
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
CUISINES
Seafood, British
FEATURES
Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music, Gift Cards Available
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Reviewed 1 week ago

We have eaten at English's many times over the years but this week they demonstrated that they still deliver simply outstanding dining. Our family party of four were greeted warmly and courteously at the door, our coats taken and, without prompting, shown to the window...table we had requested. Their service belongs to a bygone era - respectful, professional, discreet and efficient. We ordered a bottle of house white (well-chilled Chardonnay) which was perfect with the day's special of lobster, crab and tagleatteli topped with crispt baby squid. Two of us had the special and two chose the terrific hot sharing seafood platter which they only just managed to finish. Both dishes were oustanding in presentation, flavour and sheer enjoyment. A really enjoyable and memorable lunch, one that we shall be repeating as soon as possible.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Immaculate linen and uniformed service and perfectly prepared seafood. Go expensive or stick to the set menus which are very reasonable.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Amazing food. We had scallops, crab and fish and chips. Can’t fault the food and the service was amazing. Highly recommended.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago

A perfect evening in a perfect restaurant. From entering to leaving we felt valued diners, the waiters were helpful without being intrusive. Our food was perfect (starters Prawns and Pate) were well presented and tasty, our mains (Dover Sole and Battered Haddock) were the best...we had tasted outside London. Book and go you wouldn't be disappointed.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 25 October 2023

Had a superb dinner here yesterday , scallops & monkfish beautifully cooked, service from Manu & team very attentive and knowledgeable re food and wine , thoroughly enjoyed a great evening Thank you to all at English

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 25 October 2023

Forget the rain and go like us there. Beautiful fresh fish and seafood in the cosiest of places in Brighton! Tara Feld

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 24 October 2023 via mobile

Was one of our special places for special occasions Top prices so not that that is an issue Just you would expect service to be special and top rate especially as they automatically add a 12 1/2% service charge Well it was noticeable that service...by the team this time was not as on previous visits I do believe that top prices deserve top serviceMore

Date of visit: October 2023
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Fabio Lombardi, Other at English's of Brighton, responded to this reviewResponded 26 October 2023

Dear Robert G, We sincerely appreciate your review and the time you took to provide feedback. We apologize for not meeting your expectations on this occasion. Your input is highly valuable to us, and we have shared your review with our team to learn from...More

Reviewed 9 October 2023 via mobile

Simply brilliant, uncomplicated, delicious seafood. I’m sure their steak’s are great too, but this is a seafood lovers heaven. I just wish they did a cold fruits De mer. Native Oysters were epic, mains cooked to perfection Staff were attentive without being intrusive. The place...was full. Bookings essentialMore

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 8 October 2023

I was treated to a lunch today …I knew of this place but initially felt it was perhaps a bit too traditional . Well… it was but in the nicest possible way. The food was fantastic , service good. Place itself just as you would...expect from a well established Brighton institution. We both remarked how nice it was to find somewhere with no loud intrusive music…so a good gossip was possible.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 8 October 2023

We booked English’s for our aunts 86 birthday. She lives in Eastbourne and is not confident enough to get herself to Brighton, so jumped at the chance when I suggested we go! We were not disappointed, the staff, wine, and most importantly the food were...exceptional. We shared one of the hot food platters, such theatre when it arrived. It was full of such an array of gorgeous seafood. All delicious 😋More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 7 October 2023

Great location amazing staff wonderful food couldn’t fault it at all every mouthful was delicious Would highly recommend to

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 2 October 2023

We came here for my dad's 80th birthday treat with my family - 14 of us including 6 children. The service was perfect from start to finish. We all loved Fabio who along with the rest of the staff went out of their way to...make it a lovely relaxing experience and the food was amazing. Good size portions, well seasoned. A lovely afternoon - thoroughly recommended.More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 25 September 2023

Wonderful food and good service. The two basic essentials for any good restaurant, are here in abundance. In addition, you get a lovely, quite intimate little spot, a great wine list and Avery reasonable bill at the end of your meal. We had 2 courses...one glass of wine and a water. £105 Inc the 12.5% service charge.More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 15 September 2023

English's is a classic, consistently excellent with a characterful décor and great personal service. This is a Rolls Royce of a restaurant.

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 12 September 2023

Never been to English's before yet lived in Brighton for 12 year and what an absolute diamond in the rough. Service was outstanding, the food was beautiful and (rarely do I say this) the bill was very reasonable. We were lucky enough to go on...a summers evening and were able to dine outside. What a treat, could have been anywhere in Europe. Will definately go back.More

Date of visit: September 2023
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No it’s brighton no one dresses up here except northerners or hen nights
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Not sure, but if the weather's OK they have a large outside dining area, with heating
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English's of Brighton is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4