Chez Joel is what used to be Betty's, a Steyning institution in which the staff all wore mob caps…read moreand gave the maypole dancers free ice cream on May Day. It was taken over a few years ago and restyled as a smart delicatessen with a little cafe attached. Despite the cream teas being expensive even by Brighton standards, it's done well since, selling delicatessen wares in the left half and tea and cake in the right. The deli is a good selection of excellent bread, savoury pie and homemade quiche and Spanish omelette, with fairly decent takeaway coffee as well as the drink-in variety (which, perhaps illogically, tastes better despite having come from the same machine. Maybe it has Evil Twin Syndrome?) The deli also stocks Kendricks' coffee for cafétières and filter machines, and a variety of lovely treats from Italy and Spain including fresh pasta. There's a good organic selection which includes things that are made free of certain allergens, with a favourite being the spelt-flour biscuits which despite an unprepossessing appearance are delicious. Altogether the only gripe I have with this place is the prices - Steyning being something of a climbing-middle-class ghetto, the prices have been hiked until they're approaching the ridiculous. It is, however, uniformly delicious, and as close to being worth it as possible.

Try their outstanding Scotch eggs they are quite simply the best I have ever tasted I did not know…read moreScotch Eggs could taste this good. I go in for take-away sandwiches, the "small" baguettes are huge and delicious and I cannot resist buying their "Chewy Brown Bread" to take home. Well worth a detour.

If your having lunch at home, Le Gourmet in Seven Dials is a fantastic place to head to. Located on…read moreDyke Road, just opposite the local Co-op, its a shop that excels in deli produce and take-away sandwiches/wraps that are made on the premises. The baguettes are big and filled well for a lot less than you'd expect. I prefer to buy a selection of cold meats, anti-pasti and a nice fresh loaf of foccacia bread to let everyone dig in. Try a lump of gorgonzola with a few slices of parma ham on a big chunk of olive oil drenched bread followed by one of their very sweet but tasty chocolate caramel shortbreads. Decadent but lovely!

There's no shortage of deli/sandwich shops in Seven Dials, each with their own character, but Le…read moreGourmet is probably my favourite. It's a very good sized shop for a deli, with a range to match. On the counter are big jars full of olives, tasty looking meats and cheeses, and different breads. Sandwiches, salads and cakes are always good - I love the meatball wrap! They also sell a good range of goods to take home - including a very impressive range of unusual looking pastas.

I been to Barneys Deli couple of times and they always provided the best cheese's in town. Also…read moreordering my Christmas Cheese from their website was so easy! Always friendly service, thank you!

From the owner: Situated in the bustling North Laine community of independent retailers in Brighton, we stock over…read more40 different Sussex cheeses as well as your usual cheese shop favourites, vegan dairy-free alternatives, local award-winning charcuterie and small batch chutneys and preserves, hand-made chocolate and butter, and a wide range of olive and truffle oils and condiments.

Right in the middle of Kemp Town village this little hidden cafe was a fantastic stumble upon for…read moreme. From the exterior it could be mistaken for a simple sandwich shop, which if course it is as well. But the venue also includes a bistro serving all of its homemade loveliness. The deli has a wide varied from the local area and international sources alike. If your planning to grab a sandwich at the weekend get in early as the lunch rush can leave the deli out of a lot ingredients, such as bread. If your taking a wonder through the village is a quaint stop off & 1 minutes walk form the seafront. The bistro is open for breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea, serving full englishes, pastas, risottos and cakes for yumming up.

One ok experience, one really bad one. The first one was a Ham Salad sandwich, which was filled…read morevery generously and garnished with a very nice chutney. The second experience was a sit in Breakfast. Firstly they got my order wrong, so the food was scraped off and then plonked back on, except when it came back the order was still wrong. I decided just to get on with it but the eggs were too burnt so I quickly moved them to one side. Thirdly the toast wasn't there. Fourthly I asked for toast, about 4 people were just chatting away behind the counter whilst I waited for my toast, 10 mins later they managed to bring it out. Fifthly everything had gone cold already. Sixthly, for two small breakfasts and drinks it was 15 quid. Not a breakfast place maybe but the sandwiches are good and perhaps the rostis and soups are their forte. Yes they have good sausages but how hard is it to prepare breakfast in a cafe with 4 tables and get it right, or even close? Ill be off to a cheaper greasy spoon next time I need a fry up.

We had such a wonderful time learning all about the wine. Our wine guide was a delightful chap…read morecalled Will. Will is incredibly knowledgeable about the wines he introduced us to, taking us through the history of the grape / vineyard through to the flavours we should expect. We got to try six delectable wines, paired with the perfect cheese for the tasting. Oh yes! Now, don't think you're going to get enough nibbles to constitute a full meal... Also, I would suggest a late lunch if possible as you will end up fairly jolly as they have generous pours... We were trashed by the end of it bantering with Will and cracking jokes left right and centre (or at least we were in our minds). Will was happy to join in, and we hoped we left more of a good impression rather than a "thank god they're gone!" sigh of relief. The venue itself is a great size with small tables scattered around the centre table (where we were sat as a larger group of six). The decor is light, modern and filled with the chatter of happy drinkers. I also took home a bottle of my fave wine of the night. Offering 10% off purchases that evening sealed the deal for me (and the fact I needed to pack the bottle in my suitcase as I dreaded my hangover the next day before my 12 hour flight back to Hong Kong!).

Brilliant selection of wines, it's so nice to go beyond the basic supermarket offerings…read more I did a tasting here and it was wonderful. The host was so knowledgeable, welcoming and not at all pretentious or intimidating if you're a beginner wine fan! I ended up buying a couple of bottles to take home :) Have come here several times and would definitely recommend for a pleasant and relaxed evening.

Really really tastey this place... I went in not knowing if I wanted a drink or a snack or a full…read moreblown lunch, and the friendly gentlemen stepped in with a smile and an earnest tone of passion to guide me through the options open to me. For just £1.80 I picked up a freshly made that day ball of fluffy rice cooked in breadcrumbs with a mozzarella and spinach centre that was about the size of both my fists together (without thumbs). Bringing it over to me, he offered a knife and fork, but said he personally like to "snatch it up in a napkin", With my cutlery poised, I suddenly deviated and went down the napkin route, which proved an incredibly satisfying, clean and spillage free way of munching through my meal... Random details aside, there was a host of food on offer here, which I fully intend to explore further down the line, with iconic Mediterranean dishes like lasagne sitting alongside equally intriguing unknown delights. Its a little small inside, so I was pleased to get a seat out of the cold. But for something to bring home with you, or for a sit down and nibble outside, this place is unparalleled.

I pass this tiny Sicilian deli everyday and after much admiring, I finally decided to try it out…read more With the likes of 'Poppy's' and 'Pause' nearby, Mediterrane faces tough competition in what is a small area. Having tasted the food though, this is perhaps the best of the local lunchtime eateries. The menu is based on traditional Sicilian dishes, and delivers superbly on the famous Italian brand. You'll also find that it's a lot cheaper than other deli's, certainly those further in to town. My baguette came in at £2.90, very reasonable. Space is a bit limited, but there is seating inside and out (weather permitting). Perhaps the strongest reason for going here would be the delightfully friendly owner, I can't explain just how sweet he was.

This is a great little deli - and as close as you will get to being in Italy whilst in Brighton…read more There is a wide range of anti pasti. Bowels of delicious looking olives and cheeses lie under the glass counter. Wide selection of packaged items and freshly made lunch items. Top tip - if you ask nicely you can usually sample things before you buy them !

A charming little Deli, the things I use it for are: this place stocks bread from the Real…read morePatisserie, which I buy here my favourite is the chewy brownplus you can't beat asking for a couple of slices of parma ham and then feeling mugged when you pay. Just like being on holiday. Slightly overpriced, but it is a Deli, what do you expect?

Situated opposite Waitrose on Western Road, this is an interesting supermarket, focusing on Asian…read morecuisine, with the emphasis on natural, organic and fairly-traded produce. The array of exotic fresh herbs and spices is impressive, but they also do a wide range of fresh fruit and vegetables and dairy products, which are as locally sourced as possible. They also have an extensive range of special diet products - for example, gluten free, vegan and vegetarian products, and organic baby food. Prices vary hugely, though: pittas are very good value, for example, but some other items are more expensive. But with such a wide range it is unlikely you won't be able to find what you want. The main downer - as others have said - is the staff, who vary from friendly to downright dismissive. The other particular gripe is the awkward queuing system, that means that on every visit, someone who has arrived later has ended up getting served before me.

I'm sorry but it has to be a 5...I have never ever seen such an amazing assortment of (mainly)…read moreAsian food...wow...that is in addition to all the usual fruit & veg...everything you ever wanted and more including things you have never heard of or seen! If only there were more like this. No wonder it was full of people from every clime and shore...brilliant...we took the opportunity to stock up on a few things we can't get anywhere but we really had to restrain ourselves...good thing we don't live in Brighton! Go there - its worth it; ignore prices...if you want it they've got it

This is probably my most favourite place in Brighton. I love everything about Eat Naked! Can I give…read moreit a 6 stars please? The lady that owns the business and who is responsible for making all of the food is extremely talented, friendly and down to earth. The food is exceptional, I've eaten here several times and its always consistently good too. What I also love is that even though its raw/clean eating food which is supposed to be the latest trend at the moment, where most places are cashing in, Eat Naked keep their prices reasonable. Its not a fad for them they really do live and breath it as a lifestyle. Their ethos is healthy should be affordable and not boring! They change their menu daily which is to be admired and you can see the menu online on their instagram account. Their clean treats are what dreams are made of. I regularly crave and dream about their snickers bar when I'm in London and count down the days until I can come here again to get one when I'm in Brighton. ITS THAT GOOD! They also do juice cleanses that you can pick up or I believe they can post out too. I can't say one negative thing about this place, its quite small so maybe more of a takeaway place but they still have some seating inside if you want to chill and have a coffee. I've currently sprained my ankle and can't walk, but I just can't go a day without some Eat Naked goodness so I've managed to track down a courier to collect it and bring it to me in my flat. That's how much I love this place! All I need now is for them to clone the store and drop it in London please so that I can visit every day!