This old-school local nestled in the heart of Brighton’s Lanes specialises in a fairly unorthodox food and drinks pairing for a boozer. At the bar, guests can choose from a selection of award-winning rums alongside regular brews, while on the food front the kitchen team turns out a series of crowd-pleasing Lebanese dishes - think mixed grills, homemade hummus and fattoush salad. So, not your everyday pub grub! Still, it’s a formula that seems to be working for them, and when combined with a relaxed atmosphere and a run of live music at weekends, this friendly pub has become something of a popular haunt amongst locals.
Traditional interiors teeter on the quirky thanks to purple ceilings, red walls and seating that looks like church pews. While to the rear of the space you can find an original fireplace where guests can cosy up to an open fire during the winter months.
Much of the action centres on the Victorian wood and etched-glass bar, where the landlord is happy to talk you through his award-winning collection of spirits; there’s even a monthly rum club and various tasting sessions for those who want to learn more about the sugarcane spirit. Additionally, you can expect an ever-changing cocktail list featuring the stuff, as well as various drinks deals that run from week to week. The same goes for the food, with lunch offers and meal combos making for decent-value dining in the heart of Brighton.
At weekends, guests can look forward to a roster of DJs on the decks which takes the venue from local boozer to late-night dancing destination. A sound option for those looking for a good night out!