Cool and Quirky Bars in Brighton
Discover the best bars in Brighton - from stylish speakeasies and rooftop terraces to fun theme bars find hidden gems across the city
From first dates to hen parties, nights out with your pals, or sophisticated catch-ups with old friends, Brighton loves a drink. Whatever your style, there’s a beverage to try and a place to imbibe, whether you’re raving until dawn or looking for something a little more refined, we’ve got you covered.
Here’s eight bars in Brighton with unique specialisms, offering deep-dives into various spirits or tailor-made experiences to remember.
Cut Your Wolf Loose
Whisky connoisseurs, look no further. Your first and last stop is Cut Your Wolf Loose. Located on Trafalgar street, a short hop from the station, Cut Your Wolf Loose is Brighton’s cult destination for all things whisky. With 300+ bottles available by the dram, tasting events, and highly knowledgeable, passionate staff, it’s the ultimate try-before-you-buy experience.
A L P H A B E T
A L P H A B E T is a stylish speakeasy style bar and audiophile music venue, boasting a gorgeous atmosphere, honey-rich soundwaves and well balanced cocktails. It’s the perfect spot for date night with a roof terrace overlooking the city, a classy cocktail bar on the ground floor, and a revered music venue sandwiched in between.
Alcotraz
Time’s up, kid. The authorities have finally caught up to Mr Clyde Cassidy’s gang of moonshiners and bootleggers, and their empire of liquor smuggling in prohibition America is coming crashing down. You’re under arrest, but rumour has it that the guards at Alcotraz Penitentiary are crooked, and might just help you sneak a bottle or two in…
Apiary
Apiary is a new entry into Brighton’s cool independent venue catalogue, brought about by the owners’ beekeeping hobby that quickly developed into a greater passion. From wine, mead, honey-infused food and inspired cocktails, this unique all-day bar and restaurant celebrates our vital little pollinating companion, the honey-bee.
Golden Pineapple
Golden Pineapple is a multi-award winning agave spirits specialist in the centre of the Laines. While tequila is the agave A-lister, mezcal’s recent boom in popularity may have already broadened your palette. At Golden Pineapple you can really refine your taste-buds to the full spectrum of agave’s offerings.
Helm Gallery
Helm Gallery offers an unconventional take on the bar experience - being that it is primarily a working commercial gallery, showcasing artists - both local talents and world-renowned names.
Lucky Voice
Brighton’s branch of this national karaoke chain is a disco extravaganza with seven spacious private karaoke booths and a private cocktail bar in the basement, it’s perfect for parties or just a memorable night out with friends. Lucky Voice puts you on the stage - whether it’s romantic power ballads or cheesy pop classics, you’re the headline act.
Ten Green Bottles
Ten Green Bottles is a long-standing wine bar in central Brighton, modelled in the style of the Italian ‘enoteca’ - a friendly little local wine shop where you can be guided through wine samples and cheese pairings before leaving with a spectacular new bottle perfectly suited to your personal tastes.