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English's of Brighton

29-31 East Street, Brighton BN1 1HL, England
+44 (0)1273 327980
Ranked #21 of 425 restaurants in Brighton
4.5 of 5 stars 186 Reviews
Price range: 48 AUD - 125 AUD
Cuisines: Seafood
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Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Description: Among the oldest and most well known restaurants in the UK, English���s of Brighton is found in the city���s famed and fabulous Lanes. Set within what was originally three fishermen���s cottages, and with wonderful pavement dining too, English���s is atmospheric and utterly traditional with a touch of grandiose Edwardian styling which undoubtedly appealed to such luminaries as Charlie Chaplin, Vivien Leigh and Joan Collins - just a few of English���s infamous fans. Owned by the same family since 1945, English���s maintains its commitment to serving the finest seafood in the area with a special emphasis on locally caught oysters. Head Chef Gavin Leigh prides himself on using ingredients sourced nearby wherever possible and insists on sustainable seafood from accredited suppliers.
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Kent
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

Today I visited English's Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar in Brighton and oh what a lovely surprise. It was a beautiful day and we sat outside at this very special fish / seafood restaurant. The table were beautifully prepared and the terrace full of clients all seemingly enjoying their lunch. We were a party of 6 and very much looking... More

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Cambridge, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

Hot sharing platter for two was 'to die for' excellent quality and quantity :) More

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Kettering
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

Step back in time in this lovely seafood restaurant. It is the setting of an old house with a number of small rooms, we were taken upstairs to the first floor and given the window seat over looking the street. (no sea view available unfortunately). Great service, although the gentleman we had was a bit lacking in personality, but he... More

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south coast, England
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

This place inside always reminds me of fish restuarants in Paris with its red seats and long white table linen which as a couple you can sit side by side which is much better The service is faultless very good wine list (although a little pricey but they house wine is very good and not too over the top on... More

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Brighton
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

Should be 5 stars really but it can be a bit samey - wish there were more veggie options, but then if you fancy fish in a nice old fashioned atmosphere, this place is great. More

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Chipperfield, United Kingdom
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31 reviews 31 reviews
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28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012
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It was our first trip to The Lanes in Brighton and we were looking for somewhere to have a nice lunch. We turned a corner and lo and behold - spied the word, 'Oysters'. What a stunning little restaurant this is, faultless service, great ambience and excellent food. We had oysters, dressed crab and steamed mussels, accompanied by champagne -... More

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Dorset UK
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

Went there with a party of 4 at fairly late notice. Very accommodating re getting a suitable time for us. Very very attentive staff. Not only were they polite they could take a joke as well. They were faultless. The whole experience was fantastic. The food was well cooked and well presented. Not the cheapest of places but you get... More

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London, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

Super old fashioned restaurant with lots of atmosphere All tables close together but good ambience. Staff attentive food good More

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kent
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

Simply superb seafood restaurant in the heart of The Lanes, Brighton. Having tried to get a lst minute table before on visits to brighton, this time we booked ahead and requested a specific table (window), and wow this restaurant lived up to our expectations. We started with 12 Oysters, the provenance of which ws listed (i.e. where they are gornw/harvested).... More

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Kirk
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

The food was excellent. The service was first class. Will definitely call again More

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