The Best Pubs in Brighton – According to the Experts

Best pubs in Brighton - Brighton Pub Guide

#1 The Robin Hood – BRAVO 2025 Champion

Why it tops the list:
Voted the #1 Pub in Brighton & Hove at the BRAVO 2025 awards, The Robin Hood in Norfolk Square stands out for its warm, neighbourhood feel, spot-on pizzas (including vegan), crowd-pleasing snacks, pub quizzes, live music, and community events.

#2 The Eddy (The Edinburgh) – Runner-Up, BRAVO 2025

What makes it special:
Consistently ranked second, this family-run venue is praised for its welcoming vibe, well-stocked bar, quiz nights, and live music sessions.

#3 The Ladies Mile – Bronze at BRAVO 2025

Community charm:
Popular among Patcham locals and beyond, this pub is beloved for its excellent cask ales, fresh food, child-friendly garden, and top-tier roast dinners – it snagged #2 Best Roast in 2024.

Read the BRAVO Awards page on BrightonRestaurantAwards.co.uk for all the winners and details!

Other Brighton Favourites

17 Best Pubs in Brighton – Time Out (Jan 2024)

A local guide by Liv Kelly lists these top spots:

The Hampton — vibrant pub with Indian‑style food & local beers
The Joker — student-friendly, wing nights & rooftop bar
The Wick Inn — intimate Thai-food pub in Hove
The French Horn — a cosy French‑themed pub for cheese lovers
…plus others like The Great Eastern, Earth & Stars, The Brunswick, The Victory, The Geese, Mucky Duck, Urchin, and more

Read the full Time Out article here.

Yelp’s June 2025 Top 10 Pubs

Current highly-rated pubs include The Basketmakers, Evening Star, The Lion & Lobster, The Eddy, Sussex Yeoman, The Mesmerist, and more. (Top 10 Pubs)

Why Multiple Sources Matter

BRAVO Awards reflect popular vote and community recognition.
Time Out provides a deep local perspective from a Brighton native.
Yelp captures current popularity through user reviews.

Final Verdict

While each pub has its own vibe—from award-winning neighbourhood hubs to lively student and foodie favourites—the broad consensus highlights The Robin Hood as the current top pick. But if you’re after something different, explore the others for delicious food, great drinks, and local character.