Pub · Brighton
Cheap and cheerful is the honest summary here, and for families that's often exactly right — sticky tables and dated decor matter less when nobody's shouting over blaring music and the kids are happy. There's a proper kids' menu (the New Yorker and mac and cheese get ordered again and again, with the mini millionaire brownie or a big sharing sundae after), high chairs, buggy access and outdoor seating, plus kids eating for £1 on Mondays. Grown-up food holds its own too — the mixed grill, the burgers and the mushroom and ale pie come up repeatedly — and drinks are genuinely cheap by Brighton standards. The snag: service can be slow and a bit indifferent when the bar's short-staffed, and the door team has rubbed some visitors up the wrong way. Go for a relaxed, no-frills lunch rather than a special occasion.
A little something creative for your next meal out. Filled with colouring, simple drawing prompts for cute animals, origami and conversation starters designed to bring more play, laughter and connection to the table. 3 free printable packs for toddlers, preschoolers and primary-aged children.
Lively Brighton pub with a kids' menu, high chairs, gluten-free choices, outdoor seating and step-free buggy access.
A relaxed Brighton café in the North Laine with high chairs and outdoor seating — an easy stop for coffee with little ones.
Calm, pram-friendly French brasserie with high chairs, a kids' menu and careful allergy handling — busy at weekends, and service can slow.