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Lion and Lobster
Lion and Lobster
Lion and Lobster
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11+ YEARS IN TBR
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LION AND LOBSTER

(5.0 Score)
24 Sillwood Street, Brighton BN1 2PS, UK Directions

Since 1999

Speciality:

✓ Brume di Monte Pinot Grigio ✓ Petit Oiseau Blanc ✓ Pencarrow Sauvignon Blanc ✓ Ochagavia Sauvignon Blanc ✓ Macon-Uchizy Talmard ✓ l’Ormarine Picpoul de Pinet ✓ Bolney Bubbly Rose NV ✓ Le Dolci Colline Prosecco Brut ✓ Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label NV ✓ Adobe Pinot Noir Reserva ✓ Peribanez Tempranillo Tinto ✓ Felline I Monili Primitivo ✓ Don Silvestre Merlot ✓ Les Coteaux Cotes du Rhone Villages ✓ Tabali Gran Reserva Malbec ✓ Rippa Dori Crianza ✓ Piattini Pinot Grigio Blush ✓ Domaine Montrose Rose ✓ Minuty M Rosé

“Lion and Lobster is an authentic British-style pub with a fantastic ambience inside. Their menus are filled with veggie and vegan-friendly options and could entice the most hardened carnivores. The bar has an exquisite collection of drink varieties in the bar area, including rums, ciders, whisky, vodka, cocktails and more at attractive prices. Their team specialises in delicious home-cooked meals and cold drinks. The atmosphere is excellent, and it is the ideal place to spend time with friends and family. Lion and Lobster offers rooftop seating, outdoor seating and live music.

2025 Update: Lion and Lobster serves up mouth-watering food across three characterful floors. The pub's interior is described as atmospheric, with a vibe that feels like an old theatre.”

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Price:

Small Plates
Salt & Vinegar Pork Scratch £4
Tempura Cauliflower £8.50
Korean BBQ Pork Bites £10
Butter Chicken Wings £9.75
Lobster Bisque £8
Salt Cod Beignets £10
Crispy Squid & Gochujang £9.75
Mushroom Donuts £11
Giant Hash Brown £7.50
Vegan Lemongrass Balls £8
Mains
Pork Belly Porchetta £18.50
Battered Haddock & Chips £18.50
Twice Baked Gruyère Soufflé £15.50
Lamb Rump & Butter Bean Jus £23
Smash Burger & Fries £16.95
Truffled Mushroom Lasagne £16.50
Leek & Potato Tart Tatin £16
Chicken Escalope Caesar £17.95
Flat Iron Steak & Fries £19.50
Sides
Fries Chunky Chips £4.50
Side Of Greens £5
Rocket & Parmesan Salad £5
Truffle & Parmesan Fries £6.50
Desserts
Banana Profiterole £7
Cinnamon Doughnuts £6
Chocolate Brownie £7.50
Sticky Toffee Pudding £7
Ice Creams & Sorbets £2

Contact:

01273 327 299

Mon-Thu & Sun: 12pm - 12am
Fri & Sat: 12pm - 1am

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The Walrus
The Walrus
The Walrus
Brighton pubs The Walrus video
6+ YEARS IN TBR
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THE WALRUS

(4.9 Score)
10 Ship Street, Brighton BN1 1AD, UK Directions

Speciality:

✓ Brume di Monte Pinot Grigio ✓ Long Beach Chenin Blanc ✓ Prime Cuts White ✓ Ochagavia Sauvignon Blanc ✓ l’Ormarine Picpoul de Pinet ✓ Torre Lapela ✓ Moko Sauvignon Blanc ✓ Macon-Uchizy Talmard ✓ Bolney Brut NV ✓ Le Dolci Colline Prosecco ✓ Veuve Clicquot ✓ Henners Rose NV ✓ Della Vite Prosecco Superiore ✓ Adobe Pinot Noir Reserva ✓ Peribanez Tempranillo Tinto ✓ Prime Cuts Red ✓ Tabali Gran Reserva Malbec ✓ Rippa Dori Crianza

“The Walrus has a fantastic ambience inside, with many old artworks and historical paintings that give a uniquely British style and vibe. Their menus offer a wide selection of food for vegans and vegetarians, enticing even the most hardened carnivores. In addition, they provide a wide variety of culinary tastes from all over the world. The Walrus always have a selection of regular dishes to suit everyone’s taste. The pub is one of the best venues for having an excellent drink and dining experience with your loved ones. The Walrus offers outdoor seating, live music and rooftop seating.

2025 Update: The pub is a fascinating labyrinth featuring winding passageways, multiple floors, and even a two-storey roof garden.”

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Price:

Small Plates
Buffalo Chicken Wings £9.5
Mozzarella & Pesto £9
Smoked Haddock Fishcakes £8.5
Parma Ham & Parmesan £8.5
Salt & Pepper Squid £9.5
Hummus & Flatbread £8
Tempura Vegetables £8
Chipotle Pork Tacos £8.5
Nibbles & Sharers
Mezze £17
Charcuterie Plate £19.5
Pork & Sage Sausage Roll £5.5
Padron Peppers £4.5
Marinated Olives £4.5
Grilled Sourdough £3.75
Mains & Sides
Pan Fried Sea Bass £19.75
Beer Battered Haddock £17.5
Double Cheeseburger £16.95
Squash, Vegan Feta & Quinoa Salad £14
Flat Iron Steak Frites £18
Cumberland Sausage & Mash £15
Crispy Chicken Burger £16
Butterbean & Smoked Tofu Curry £13.75
Lemon Roast Chicken £17.5
Sirloin Steak £24
Grilled Halloumi Burger £15
Skin-On Fries | Chunky Chips £4.5
Salt & Pepper Fries £5
House Salad £4
Seasonal Veg £4.5
Add Chicken £4.95
Add Halloumi £4.5
After Dinner Drink

Discount:

50% Off for The First Table of The Night

Contact:

01273 025 749

Mon & Tue: 12pm - 11pm
Wed & Thu: 12pm - 12am
Fri & Sat: 12pm - 2am
Sun: 12pm - 10pm

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The Cricketers
The Cricketers
The Cricketers
11+ YEARS IN TBR
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THE CRICKETERS

(4.8 Score)
15 Black Lion Street, Brighton BN1 1ND, UK Directions

Since 1547

Speciality:

✓ Tanqueray London Dry ✓ Tanqueray Blackcurrant ✓ Tanqueray No.10 ✓ Tanqueray 0.0 ✓ Whitley Neill Parma Violet ✓ Bombay Sapphire ✓ Brighton Gin ✓ Chase Pink Grapefruit Gin ✓ Tanqueray Flor de Sevilla ✓ Gordons Pink ✓ Whitley Neill Rhubarb and Ginger ✓ Smirnoff Black ✓ Smirnoff Flavours ✓ Ciroc ✓ Ketel One ✓ Jack Daniels ✓ Johnnie Walker Black ✓ Famous Grouse ✓ Laphroaig ✓ Glenfiddich ✓ Woodford Reserve ✓ Jamesons ✓ Bulleit Bourbon

“The Cricketers has a wide and spacious inner area with a bar and dining facilities. They have refreshed their menu to offer restaurant-quality food and showcase the best locally produced ingredients. The menu features classic dishes you would expect from a ‘proper pub’ but with a few twists and fresh, quality, local ingredients. The Cricketers is one of the most suitable venues to get chilled with your hand-picked drinks and delicious dishes with your friends and family for a nice drink and dine experience. The Cricketers offers outdoor seating, live music, and table reservations.

2025 Update: The pub’s upstairs area features The Greene Room, a private function room and bar that can accommodate up to 70 guests and includes a built-in sound system, making it perfect for your next big event.”

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Price:

SMALL PLATES & BAR SNACKS
Pulled Pork Sausage Roll £7.95
Breaded Scampi £10.95
Crispy Mushrooms (VG) £8.95
Southern Fried Chicken £9.95
Baked Camembert £10.95
Beef Shin Croquettes £9.95
BIG PLATES & MAIN MEALS
Beer Battered Haddock £18.95
The Cricketers Mixed Grill £22.95
Chicken Ranch Salad £17.95
Mozzarella Pasta Salad (V) £16.95
Treacle Cured Bacon Rib £18.95
Potato Rosti (VG) £16.95
THE CRICKETERS BURGERS
Dry Aged Brisket Beef Burger £17.95
Hot Honey Fried Chicken Burger £17.95
Fried Halloumi Burger (V) £16.95
Vegetable Rosti Burger (VG) £16.95
FOCACCIA SANDWICHES
Battered Cod Fingers £10.95
Sussex Ploughmans (V) £9.95
Sausage & Onion £9.95
Southern Fried Chicken £10.95
Minute Steak £10.95
Beetroot & Vegan Feta (VG) £9.95
TOP HEAVY TATER TOTS
Garlic Butter, Cheddar Cheese, Onion £6.95
BBQ Pulled Pork, Cheese & Sauerkraut £8.95

Contact:

01273 329472

Mon-Thu: 12pm - 11pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm - 2am
Sun: 12pm - 10:30pm

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LION AND LOBSTER REVIEWS

A wonderful traditional pub with incredible food. We had the L &L sharing board, which was just right for 2 people, but the Pea and ham arancini caught my eye, and I'm glad it did - amazing taste and texture. All in all, it's a great place to spend a few hours and eat some magnificent food...and there is a great selection to choose from.

Fantastic Sunday roast. Quick and extremely polite service. Downstairs is your regular pub, upstairs is lovely decorated dining bit as well as an outdoor beer garden on a terrace. Thank you for such an amazing experience.

We loved the vibe of this pub! The drinks were great, and the food was delicious. The sun terrace was so cozy and perfect at sunset.

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THE WALRUS REVIEWS

The staff were very friendly, and the atmosphere was cozy and unique. As an American, this was everything I expected in a proper English pub. Was recommended to me by a friend and Brighton local. A wedding reception was going on upstairs when we visited, so it seems they host parties and events. 10/10 would visit again given the chance.

The best roast dinner I’ve had in a pub for a long time, both in taste and volume. Highly recommended. I’ve been in and out on many occasions (I also run events here during Brighton Fringe) without enough time to eat, and really like the Monday roast concept for all of us super busy at weekends.

Amazing Maze!!! Love that you can roam around 3 floors and get lost. 10 screens if you wanna follow the UEFA Euros + roof-garden. The Chorizo Scotch Egg is a must-try!!! Deep-fried to perfection. Egg yolk is neither runny nor dry. Batter is crisp, chorizo adds a great spicy flavor. The piccalilly mayonnaise rounds it off with a tangy and creamy feel.

THE CRICKETERS REVIEWS

Stunning roast dinner,Yorkshire pudding to die for. Meat just melted and stunning flavour stuffing. Fantastic prices would 100% recommend and will return when in the area.

I live in Brighton and there are plenty of places to get a Sunday roast but went here today and it was the best I've had in a while. Very good, would recommend.

Had a wonderful lunch here today. The food was amazing, hot when it arrived and absolutely delicious! Beyond expectation. The staff were friendly. Lovely seating out the front in the sunshine (up until about 3pm). Good selection of ales, beers and wines. Perfect find amongst the chaotic lanes.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

LION AND LOBSTER Total Inspection Points: 119/120
Pricing: 9
Acknowledgements: 10
Table Reservations: 10
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 5.6K: 10
Extensive Menu: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

THE WALRUS Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Acknowledgements: 9
Reviews Accuracy of 4.9K: 9
Extensive Menu: 9
Table Reservations: 10
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

THE CRICKETERS Total Inspection Points: 115/120
Acknowledgements: 8
Complete Info: 9
Reviews Accuracy of 4.9K: 9
Extensive Menu: 9
Table Reservations: 10
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
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