William the Fourth — Brighton

Pub · Brighton

William the Fourth

4.3 (1,160 reviews)
££ 📍 4 Church St, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN1 1UJ

About William the Fourth

Right in the thick of the North Laine, this is a stripped-back, contemporary pub with cosy corners, warm lighting and comfortable seats — good for a mid-shop refuel with kids in tow. Food arrives quick and hot, which matters when someone's patience has run out, and the children's roast portion at £8.95 is genuinely good value. Grown-ups rate the loaded chips (bacon and cheddar, crisp bits all the way through), the burgers and the bangers and mash; classic pub grub is the safer bet than the Sunday roast, which can be hit and miss. There are high chairs, a kids' menu and a small outdoor area out the back. Worth knowing: it gets cramped and the music turns up loud on Friday and Saturday nights, and the beer isn't cheap. Weekday lunchtimes are calmer and staff are friendly and attentive.

Kid-friendly features

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Kids menu ✓ Likely
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Highchairs ✓ Likely
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Outdoor space ✓ Yes
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Buggy friendly ✓ Likely
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Vegan options ✓ Likely
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Gluten free ✓ Likely
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Noise level Lively
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Booking Recommended
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Best for All ages

Tags

#outdoor seating#pub
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