Bars, Pubs and Drinking

• introduction
• bars map
• bars a-z

Brighton is jam packed with bars and pubs - reputedly over 400! Quiet traditional pubs, beach bars, live music venues, karaoke, cabaret, fashionable, unusual - it is all here. Whether you’re straight, gay or somewhere in between, you'll find something to your taste... if not, check your pulse! No, not there.
 

		R-Bar Having undergone a complete transformation, R-Bar is now a sleek and slick bar restaurant with a lean towards the chic. The design is one that has a clearly defined wow-factor as contemporary style meets a certain camp tongue-in-cheek. The location is simply second to none, and as the sister bar to Club Revenge there's no excuse not to party. 7 Marine Parade, Brighton, BN2 1TA 01273 608133 click for details
		Queen's Arms The matriarch of Brighton's mixed pubs, the Queens Arms delves into her handbag every night of the week to serve up big, camp portions of live entertainment, special events and karaoke. By day, a more contemporary feel to the venue has led to a laid-back atmosphere by day where you can grab a drink and watch the big screens or browse the free newspapers on offer. 7 George Street, Brighton, BN2 1RH 01273 696873 click for details
		Charles Street Bar Charles Street has quickly become one of the busiest gay bars in Brighton with its chic & trendy crowd and its central location. It's often the last port of call before the nearby clubs. Charles Street also offers a selection of freshly prepared meals and snacks during the day. 8 Marine Parade, Brighton, BN2 1TA 01273 624091 click for details
		The Zone Looking out onto St James' Street, in the heart of Brighton's gay quarter is The Zone. Squishy sofas, a regular local clientele and entertainment throughout the week gives this bar a true flavour of Brighton. It's a great place to meet new friends, put the world to rights or just sit back and watch the world go by. 33 St James's Street, Brighton, BN2 1RF 01273 682249 click for details
		Bulldog With regular happy hours and special events (did I hear bingo going on in there the other day?!), the Bulldog is a cosy, busy gay pub in the centre of town and it's been around for 27 years! 31 St. James Street, Brighton, BN2 1RF 01273 696996 click for details
		The PV at The Jury's Out There's no doubt that The PV has become a firm favourite on the Brighton scene - so much so that's it's moved from it's original location up by the clock tower to Brighton's gay village. With a regular quiz in the week, occasional live music and resident DJs at the weekends, it's managed to perfect a great mixed atmosphere whether you're gay, straight or whatever. 161 Edward Street, Brighton, BN2 0JB 01273 687090 click for details
		Legends Bar For many years, Legends Bar has been offering entertainment to visitors and residents to Brighton's vibrant gay scene. Recently extended and refurbished as part of a multimillion pound transformation of the Legends Complex, the bar still retains that quintessential Legends welcome. 31-32 Marine Parade, Brighton, BN2 1TR 01273 624462 click for details
		The Aquarium Theatre Bar The Aquarium Theatre Bar is the new luvvie-ly guise of one of Brighton's oldest gay-friendly venues - set back from the seafront and just a stiletto's throw away from the Pier. The bar has had a recent facelift with décor that reflects its traditional roots but with a fresh, contemporary finish. You'll find the friendly and professional management team on hand to ensure a warm welcome and a music policy which, as you might expect from the theatrical theming, offers something for everyone - from musicals, to rat pack through to the artists of today - and there's plenty of regular cabaret too! 6 Steine Street, Brighton, BN2 1TE 01273 605525 click for details
		Amsterdam Bar Centrally located gay bar (with hotel & sauna), the Amsterdam is especially busy in the summer when it's warm enough to sit out on the terrace and watch the world go by... 11-12 Marine Parade, Brighton, BN2 1TL 01273 688825 click for details
		Royal York Hotel, Bar & Restaurant The Royal York's cocktail bar has recaptured the elegance of this outstanding building and is a fabulous setting for a whole evening of entertainment supplied by you. Complete with a state-of-the-art suite of private karaoke rooms can be hired by the hour or for the whole evening - a fantastically quirky option for any private party or celebration. Old Steine, Brighton, BN1 1NB 01273 766700 click for details
		Brighton Tavern Standing proudly in the BoHo-esque area of Brighton's North Laine, the Brighton Tavern attracts a healthy mix of regulars and visitors. Stripped of pretention, the wood flooring, long benches, chairs and tables tip a wink to the trendy locale, while the traditional bar, open fireplace and friendly staff underline a more homely pub feel. 100 Gloucester Road, North Laine, Brighton, BN1 4AP 01273 680365 click for details
		Vavoom Video Bar You can't miss it! Right next door to Revenge and bursting with style. Don't forget your loose change for the Video Jukebox! 31 Old Steine, Brighton, BN1 1EL 01273 603010 / 07730 401810 click for details
		Marine Tavern The Marine Tavern is a small and cosy traditional pub (remember those?), where the bar staff are friendly and so are the customers. 13 Broad Street, Brighton, BN2 1TJ 01273 681284 click for details
		The Fountain Inn The Fountain Inn has established itself as one of the favourite local pubs in the Crawley & Gatwick area with a truly mixed crowd of regulars - both gay and straight. In the picturesque surroundings of Handcross - a charming Sussex Village, from the outside you'd be forgiven in thinking it's just another traditional country pub. Step inside, however, and you'll think again - it's a tale of two halves. The High Street, Handcross, Crawley, RH17 6BJ 01444 400218 click for details
		Koba Sometimes you have to stray off the beaten track to find something a little special… and we think you’ll find this true of KOBA, Brighton’s well loved cocktail haunt. 135 Western Road, Brighton, BN1 2LA 01273 720059 click for details
		The Star Inn A traditional boozer, The Star has everything a self-respecting man's man should want. Sport telly, pub grub and plenty of ales on tap - it's no wonder that this is now one of the firm favourites for bear and cub types from Brighton and beyond. A welcome addition to the scene is the Bears' Beer Bash held at the Star on the first and third Sundays of the month. 7/9 Manchester Street, Brighton, BN2 1TF 01273 601450
		Blanch House This award-winning bar is an absolute triumph that really can boast the best cocktails in Brighton. A match for many of the plusher London bars, service is friendly and ruthlessly efficient. The fabulous surroundings incite a veritable buzz at weekends that lasts until the early hours. In fact, if we're honest, a peaceful and tranquil stay may be better acquired mid-week as weekend residents tend to create their own Brighton party. 17 Atlingworth Street, Brighton, BN2 1PL 01273 603504
		The Grosvenor The Grosvenor is one of the newest bars on the block in Brighton - and we love it... It's a charming bar with plenty of style and personality. Attracting an eclectic mix of local residents and visitors to Brighton - out for a quiet daytime drink, it's also great place for a light lunch or to spend the evening in a friendly environment. 16 Western Street, Brighton, BN1 2PG 01273 770712

key	mostly straight
	mixed
	mostly gay