By Kingfisher Visitor Guides
Whether you’re a fan of a wild night out, or prefer a quiet drink with friends, Brighton boasts some of the best nightlife the UK has to offer. If you’re looking for a classy cocktail night, then you’re in luck – Brighton has some of the best cocktail bars around. Since there are so many to choose from, here are eight of the best cocktail bars in Brighton that will guarantee a great night on the town.
Drakes Cocktail Bar
Drakes Cocktail Bar is ideally situated near Brighton’s seafront and offers a classic cocktail menu with many house specials. It’s the perfect spot to unwind and features stunning views of the iconic Brighton Palace Pier from its window.
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Spend an evening in the bar at Drakes of Brighton
The Mesmerist
The Mesmerist is a retro-inspired lounge bar located on Prince Albert Street in the centre of Brighton. The bar has plenty of cocktails on offer and hosts themed nights throughout the week, including burlesque events, circus acts and music performances. The interior is decorated in hipster 1930s style, and the bar spans three floors, featuring four bars and a secret roof garden. So why not grab a cocktail and enjoy this beautiful bar?
Black Dove
Fiercely independent, the Black Dove is an independent freehouse, the definition of a cocktail pub. With ten tapped beers from the UK and the continent, 60 other bottled beers, ciders and Belgian ales, an ever-changing mixed drink list, all vinyl DJs on rotation and a well-curated stereo, it’s the perfect place to spend an evening.
- Visit the Black Dove, it’s the kind of quirky pub you’d love to have as your local
- Here, you can listen to great music all night long
MEATliquor Brighton
MEATliquor Brighton is a funky cafe and cocktail bar offering swirling psychedelic décor and frequent event nights. MEATliquor is most famous for two things – burgers and cocktails. If you like the sound of chowing down on classic American style-patties and BBQ wings while sipping on your favourite cocktails all evening, then be sure to check out MEATliquor Brighton – you won’t be disappointed.