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4.0 (139 reviews)
Open 8:00 am - 10:30 pm

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Sarah-Jane B.

The perfect cure for a hangover? A large crush and veggie breakfast at Bills. Two poaches eggs covered in sweet chilli dipping sauce on a bed of toast. One piece of toast covered in fresh, home-made guacamole with a chilli kick. The other covered in red pepper humous. My stomach is now full and my head is starting to ache a little less. I might even be able to manage a wee glass of Shiraz in an hour....

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Simon C.

Went to Bill's after a recommendation from a colleague's friend after a night out on 'work' business. Pretty safe to say I had one of the best (and probably healthiest) full English breakfasts - ever. In fact, I've never seen so much greenery on a fry up. Everything was cooked perfectly and it was a triumph of a breakfast. Juices were good, if a little pricey, but I could practically hear my body sigh with relief as something that was considerably healthy than what I was consuming the night before entered its system. Bill's does the whole organic, fancy, farm store thing very very well. It's not too in your face and you can browse the shelves on one side of the eating area that are adorned with all kinds of goodies. Service was swift and friendly. It was a Tuesday morning so I can't comment on the weekend rushes. And I left full and very satisfied. It wasn't the cheapest breakfast I've ever had, but then again, it was kind of one of the best! I'd definitely go back to Bill's, maybe not on a weekend as the sound of yummy mummys and toddlers would probably make me run a mile. But on a quiet Tuesday morning it was the haven that I needed to nurse me back to normality. Excellent.

Bread basket and coffee- an amazing way to start the day! Thanks Bills! :)
Kerry G.

Bills is a true Brighton gem! Though this is part of a small chain, the Brighton Bills feels undeniably local, with a really cosy, farmhouse feel. The interior is spectacular- with walls adorned with jam jars and other condiments and things hanging from the ceiling. The space is vast and the ceiling high and yet there is a cosiness to the place despite this! It feels small and intimate, no matter how busy or empty. I've been here a few times for food and coffee and have been so impressed! The food is truly delicious- I've tasted the brownie and the breakfast bread basket, both of which I would eat over and over again! :) The bread basket was full of wonderful little treats- too many for one person alone, really- and came to a reasonable £4, which really impressed me. The staff are delightful in here and they cater to different diets happily enough it seems, with gluten free brea available on request. This is the perfect little place for breakfast, brunch, lunch or coffee! Whatever you fancy- come to Bills! You'll be finding me in there a lot more now that I've sampled their breakfasts...!

Cumberland Sausage on potato Rosti in foreground - I think other plate is steak with excellent sweet potato fries and corn
Kanchan B.

Um, so was a bit underwhelmed on the whole, but I think might have been due to my food choice? I walked away feeling stodgy and heavy after a meal of Cumberland sausage and potato Rosti which was very rich and creamy but delish. The sausage was ok, but not something I would order again. My companion had steak which he said was decent but nothing special, however we both agreed that the corn with spice-butter and the sweet potato fries he got as his sides were excellent. Oh the mint-peach tea was also very refreshing, but make sure u ask for less ice otherwise it gets watered down very quickly. I don't know, we might go back if in Brighton again, but this visit for us def did not live up to the hype of the other Yelp reviews.

tortilla chips and iced tea.
Nuno L.

I wish I could give 6 stars as the service was so good or maybe 7 because they have Portuguese Vinho Verde and that's always an extra star, right?! Yes, it was that great, for real, one of the best meals!! The space is beautiful, with candles on the tables that make it intimate and cozy. All the staff are very friendly and chatty. The food is delicious and so are the drinks! So to start I ordered a glass of vinho verde - it's good, it's portuguese - and a peach and mint iced tea and both were great.Then for starters tortilla chips (which came with 3 different sauces), for a main a Bill's hamburger and for dessert a Bill's ice cream - yoghurt, vanilla and honeycomb!! All truly amazing, superb! However, the staff always make a difference in a meal experience. In this case they totally exceeded my expectations. One of those places where I get a welcome feeling. Since I walked-in they were really nice and they checked several times to make sure everything was alright but the highpoint was at the end when I told the waitress that she was amazing and that she must have loads of patience to look after the rude customers on the table right beside us (they were acting awkwardly all night)! At this point she said: 'That just made my day, can I give you a hug?'. Well, I said yes, of course! A space can be pretty, food can be really nice and staff amazing but this place combines everything together to make it perfect! Oh and they have Portuguese wine!!

Afternoon tea anyone?
Brion F.

Brilliant Bill's in Brighton is the Business. Popped in a few weekends ago for tea and cake, and ended up having lunch and two bottles of sparkling wine. This place is a treat. The room is like a reclaimed fire station/garage. The walls are a floor to ceiling grocery store ... the kind like Whole Foods, where you want to try everything. The staff are typical Brighton kids. The food is scrummy and generous and if you are lucky, or early enough to bag yourself a table, you can easily spend a few hours grazing. Someone's getting a Bills hamper this Christmas! Alas, the London branch in Covent Garden, is none of the above. Though they do sell the Bill branded goodies.

Bill's in Brighton
Sarah A.

Bill's has been in Brighton for years and I've loved it ever since it opened. I've been with friends, taken family and gone with my other half and every time it's been great. Sadly still miss the amazing desserts they used to do covered in fruit and flowers, they were works of art. The portion sizes have reduced over the years and it's now a really big chain, which means it's lost a bit of its unique charm. Even so they still get top marks as its a great place to go. They do a really good veggie breakfast.

Inside Bill's
Piper A.

My mom and I stumbled upon this spot while visiting Brighton last month. We wanted coffee and a light lunch and this was perfect. I got an americano which was amazing -- I'm a coffee fiend and this one was definitely something special. We then got the macaroni and cheese which we are currently in the process of trying to recreate back at home because it was so good. We ordered a salad too which was great with a healthy serving of avocado which is always nice (I think it was the bacon salad) Our waitress was a total sweetie too and told us all about her experience in Brighton (I'm moving there in September) and told us some great spots to go check out after our meal. This may have been my favourite spot we ate at on our whole trip and will definitely be one of my regular spots once I move to town.

Meike B.

This place reminds me of trips to Seattle or Melbourne, and I just love the atmosphere. It's a must on every trip to Brighton now! I love everything about it, the decor, the food, the staff ... good balance, and I don't mind paying that little bit extra for extra special yummy meals. I had a lovely quiche on my last visit, and my friend's Indian-influenced vegetable soup looked just as tasty. Mind you, big attack of food envy when I saw pancakes with fresh fruit arrive at the table next to us ...

Aisling B.

Bill's doesn't have a huge gluten free menu, but they do have a dedicated one. I, however, always end up coming back to the same thing: the bacon, avocado salad. Imagine a salad, but then imagine that it is about 80% bacon. That is this salad. There's some leafy bits too, of course, but there is undeniably a lot of bacon, some cheese, slices of avocado and the most amazing gluten free croutons you will ever encounter. I could eat this salad every day of my life. Plus you get to feel a bit smug ordering a salad while your friends order massive burgers or something, because they won't know your salad is mainly bacon.

Qype User (clashc…)

An amazing place in Brighton, Bill's is half produce store, half cafe/restaurant. Stocking every type of fruit and veg, as well as chutneys, jams, olive oils and all manner of chillies, the dishes here are like nothing on earth. Every order was so well presented when I visited, and arrived in timely fashion (with six of us ordering brunch, we were expecting a bit of chaos). The staff are overwhelmingly friendly, and whilst we had to wait a bit for a table, it was well worth the wait. I ordered Bill's veggie breakfast, which was the poshest fry-up I've ever tasted. The eggs benedict someone else ordered looked amazing, as did the jacket potato with chilli, and the various other brunch meals ordered. The juices are well priced at around £3 each, and we were shocked at how low the bill was - a juice, tea/coffee and brunch dish for each of the six people cost £73 in total. We were impressed. I will definitely visit this colourful, vibrant place again, for brunch but also for dinner - the main courses sounded incredible, as did the lovely desserts.

Part  of the deli section at Bill's, Brighton
Qype User (David_…)

I'm a visitor to Brighton and I'd not heard of Bill's before this weekend, so I was quite fascinated by the retail patchwork that is the North Lanes area. Set against that background, Bill's is a slick café and deli. Visiting in an evening, as we did for a family celebration meal, the café aspect was uppermost with, so far as I could see, the deli simply providing a backdrop to good food and a welcoming ambience. The menu is quite limited, although there were some specials and with fish, meat and vegetarian, I'd judge there was something for everyone. The wine list was short but, with our party of eight requiring red, white and rosé wine, plus champagne and bottled water, everyone seemed to find something that pleased. Starters for us were mezzes, and the burger drizzled in melted butter, and the curry attracted particular acclaim. I wasn't paying (always a bonus!) but I judged the prices to be above average with some justification. The service was good.

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I was lucky enough to be taken here for lunch by the Yelp duchess of the Sussex Yeoman, Brix H and…read moreher boyfriend The Yeoman is located a very short uphill walk from Brighton station but you may a little difficulty recognising it as the E has fallen off the sign, making it currently the YO MAN! It's quite cozy inside but Brix had booked a table. Despite its proximity to the station, it was a nice relaxing place to chill and chat. It did get busy later with football fans and we vacated our table so that others could eat There was a good varied menu with some ambitious dishes on there. I was warned that the portions size is generous here and you certainly won't go away hungry. You know it's a good menu when it's really difficult to choose I eventually settled on scallops with black pudding and potatoes served on salad including apple. The portion was huge and while the presentation wasn't fine dining and certainly wasn't intended to be fine dining, the combination of flavours was spot on. The scallops were sweet and I appreciated the fact that they had left the coral on - there is so much flavour there. The slightly spicy and deep flavour of the black pudding was the perfect foil and the salad dressing was well judged. Yum This is a pub with a serious kitchen. Recommended!

From the outside, the Yeoman might look like any other ale house, but such thoughts would be wholly…read morewrong. Inside you are greeted by an impressive selection of wines and ales, enough to please any potential connoisseur. While this isn't exactly something to write home about, the food certainly is. Inside the Yeoman, you won't find reconstituted burgers with a helping of soggy chips. You will instead be given the task of choosing from a weekly menu of locally sourced dishes, combing traditional British cooking with a modern continental influence. This isn't the cheapest lunch you will ever have, but it is possibly the best one you'll find in Brighton. The Yeoman would be more at home in trendy North London, not 20 yards from Brighton station's smoking area. That however, is our gain, and not London's. If you are searching for a warm meal, this pub won't be for you. However, if you really want to try good food, then look no further.

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I was driving through a little quaint part of town, when I found this little cafe. It looked nice,…read moreclean and friendly. So I went in with my wife for a bite. Wow what a breakfast. All the food they use is sourced from local suppliers. It was cooked to perfection! I'm a huge meet eater but decided to try the veggie breakfast for the very first time and boy was I impressed! It was delicious full of flavour perfectly cooked eggs, sautéed potatoes delicious grilled tomatoes, mushrooms beautiful fresh chewy white toast etc! My wife was equally impressed with her meat option. All in all a great surprise and start to the day. Check it out!

Joes is a lovely little cafe tucked in the back streets around Seven Dials. It's cosy and comfy,…read moreand could be described as an upmarket greasy spoon! It's quite small and a bit of a squeeze with a pram, but once in we were seated comfortably in the corner. We ordered at the counter but I think the waitress would have come to us, however she thought we were waiting for more people. I went for eggs benedict while my companion went for the veggie Spanish hash. This was offered as a small or large portion. She went for small but there was plenty of food on the plate, the large must have been humungous! My dish was really tasty but one of the muffins was a bit hard on the bottom, giving the impression it was slightly stale. After our lunch, we both had a hot chocolate and chatted away. It was only when the staff started stacking chairs on tables around us that we realised the cafe had actually closed. However, we never felt pressurised to leave which was really nice. Highly recommended for breakfast or lunch.

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I love The Cow, apart from being one of my locals, I love all the craft beers they have on offer…read more It's a great opportunity to try different types of craft beers you might not normally try. They have quite a big food menu. A cross between burgers and tapas. I have eaten here quite a few times - usually tend to stick to the tapas style dishes as I like to share. To be honest, it's been pretty hit and miss with the food. Last time I had the squid (which wasn't great) but the polenta chips and white bean hummous were to die for! But as a said, can be very hit and miss. Saying that, that doesn't stop me from coming back here! The staff are all absolutely lovely. On the weekends they have a DJ playing, always gets very busy and has a great atmosphere. The interior is fab! Very Americana. The whole bar is lined with beer bottles, all of which they have sold in the past.

My friends and I met here for drinks and dinner and found the place to be busy and buzzing on a…read moreFriday night. Menu sounded intriguing and we ordered the burger with triple-cooked chips, flank steak and the pig cheeks. Overall the mains were good however I found my burger to resemble McDonald's Big Mac. This may be because they also use a gherkin sauce. We decided to also order dessert which unfortunately was a mistake. Portions and presentation left is disappointed as we ended up paying £10 for them. I can't even recall what my partner ordered. It looked like 3 dollops of Nutella spread with thyme in them. I had the doughnuts which I didn't think were cooked well. Drinks were also a bit pricey in here. Unfortunately I don't think I'll be coming back nor can recommend this place. I did note that the service was decent.

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