Such a good vibe!! Dogs were everywhere it was so special! The food was so good and the service was amazing! The overall ambiance was just wonderful! Would recommend to everyone! read more

This place is very cool! I've done few quizzes and we are always pretty well served. Waiters are nice, it's buzzing but in a quiet way, I love this mood! Drinks are good, food is fresh and prices are well attractive! I will definitely go back again to makes more quizzes with friends! Such a nice place, there is few tables in the back, quite "behind the scenes" mood and I love it! read more

Yay for Yelp! A recent Brighton talk feed discussed the best places to get a good roast dinner, and Brix H was quick to suggest the Lion and Lobster. I felt it only fair that I try this out on the first possible occasion, so I dragged a few friends down on Sunday lunchtime. We had booked for 12 o'clock and were extremely glad we did when we arrived to find people queuing outside, waiting for the doors to open. We had a table in the bar, next to the open fire. This was a great place to sit as the pub is full of atmosphere and it also allowed me to keep one eye on the Manchester United game showing on the well placed television screens! The menu included roast lamb, beef, chicken and pork belly, as well as a vegetarian option, all for a flat ten squids. However, the thing that really won me over was the option to go half and half - the perfect solution for those indecisive roast eaters such as myself! I ordered the pork belly and lamb, plus a Yorkshire pudding for the bargain price of 40p. Other sides on offer were pigs in blankets, cauliflower cheese and stuffing balls. The food came out really quickly and the portions were massive. Both of the meats were really flavoursome and tender, the roast spuds were crispy, and there was a wide selection of vegetables. In a race to see who could eat most, I was a clear winner (the competitive streak in me coming out again), but unfortunately this left no room for pudding. I will definitely be back for more Sunday roasts. The pub is also great for a drink on a Friday or Saturday night, it's always really busy. They also have a roof terrace for al fresco drinking in the summer. read more

The Lion & Lobster - Giant roast pork and lamb! - Pubs Near Me - Brighton, BNH

From the outside, The Lion & Lobster looks like someone has dropped a gigantic bucket of Tomato Ketchup over it. If you can get past the shocking red exterior however, you'll find one of Brighton's most atmospheric and friendly boozers. There's a cosy ground-floor bar with a roaring log fire, round tables and chairs for groups and bar snacks and an intimate area with candle-lit booths round the back. They have great live jazz bands on Thursday and Sunday evenings and a full bar of beers, ales, wines and spirits. The staff are also super-friendly and honest too. My friend left his mobile phone here by mistake and when he went back the next day, they'd saved it for him in the manager's office! Earlier this summer, they converted the upstairs from a B&B to a brasserie style restaurant serving great pizza and more traditional British meals. There's also another two bars with lots of alcoves and a large roof-top garden bar. Suffice to say, it was rammed every weekend I went and should be a big hit next summer too. If it wasn't for the wide-screen TV occasionally playing sports matches downstairs, I'd give it five stars! read more

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Great place for a cheeky drink and FOOD! OMG the food is GOOOOOODDDDDD. It's such a big pub and it's got a different vibe around the venue. You've got the pub, the restaurant, the outside balcony, and the chilled garden area! It's just a cool place to go for a drink.It's just a great British pub! Just had a beer and nachos! Get yourself down. read more

The Lion & Lobster - Pubs Near Me - Brighton, BNH

Stopped by for a late lunch here. The atmosphere is really cool and they maintain their old pub feel. The candles in old liquor bottles were crafty and although it was too cold to sit on the roof, it looks like a wonderful place in the summer. We ordered a ham pizza and a cheese platter. The cheese platter had a good selection of cheese but the quince was a veeery minimal size and he celery that came with it was like shoestrings the size of a toothpick. Not sure if that's just what British celery is like?? Unfortunately, the pizza wasn't particularly good either. read more

I have been a frequent of the lion and lobster over the past couple of years.. I went again yesterday with my partner and my daughter. Usually the bar staff and waitresses are really really friendly and attentive, however yesterday was a totally different ball game... The staff were unfriendly and didn't pay a blind bit of notice to us during our meal.. We weren't greeted upon arrival as we usually always are and we didn't even get so much as a thank you or goodbye when we left. My partner ordered the cheese and ham toasty and I had the pork and black pudding toasty with piccalilli. Both toasty,s had ridiculously hard crusts that left mine and my partners mouth sore!! My first toasty actually had to be sent back as it was lick a brick on top and when I picked it up collapsed on the bottom totally in edible... Before leaving I needed to use the toilet which was the most disgusting toilet ever see from the pics... There was excrement on the floor and the toilet brush was in an old plastic food container and also covered in excrement.... For a pub with such a good reputation I'm sorry but this really really isn't acceptable at all. I really do like this place and I've always rated the staff, the atmosphere, and the food highly but from this experience I'm not sure ill return when the area has so many other places that are consistent. read more

The Lion & Lobster - Poo on the floor!!! - Pubs Near Me - Brighton, BNH

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This is a great little find in Brighton. It is off the main street, but still a good respite from the rest of the beach and tourist crowd. - Rooftop! - Good beer selection - A fun loving, casual crowd Didn't try the food, but it's more of a place to grab a pint in the late afternoon. Worth a stop by read more

Went here last night off the back of its great Yelp reviews and I wasn't disappointed! I wanted a drink, a bite and somewhere to watch the tennis. It delivered on all three. I sat downstairs in the cozy pub. Had to have a nosy around to find a table. I did go upstairs and explored all the different levels! Restaurant on the first floor looks nice too. Roast n a pint cost me about £15 and there was plenty of food, so good value. The staff were all super friendly and really helpful. One of them saw me trip and immediately came over to check if I was alright and offered to bring ice for my ankle. Don't be put off by its "old man's pub" feel as you first walk in.. There's more than meets the eye! read more

The Lion & Lobster - Roast! - Pubs Near Me - Brighton, BNH

The food at the Lion and Lobster is like the difference between Clark Kent and Superman: nice but slightly dull local boy vs amazing, super hero (who saves pub food from the doldrums of standard bar fare!) I was expecting a pub menu of standard fare: burgers, salads, etc but it's more than just that. They had pigeon on the menu. Pigeon! This is serious stuff, people. I had an amazing, perfectly cooked whole cracked crab. The tartare sauce was a great pairing but I barely touched it as the crab was succulent and sweet. Delicious!! Perfect messy food to eat. Not so fun for my partner who had to suffer through a tedious session of me picking through the crab but hey ho. Relationships are all about compromise! read more

The Lion & Lobster - Crab! - Pubs Near Me - Brighton, BNH

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First, I love English Pub names .... makes you wonder what people were thinking. We were in Brighton Beach Sunday night at the best part of England on a Sunday is a proper Sunday Roast... like your mom (mum) would make. The Lion & Lobster was outstanding Sunday Roast. We walked a mile to check it out... place was packed with locals looking for a meal like their moms made. It was the best we have had. Check out the pictures. Also very cool was an art gallery on the second floor with local artists displaying work. It has a great staff and subtle English touches. Stop in for their food any day. But especially Sunday Roast. You will have a great meal and a cold pint. read more

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Lion and lobster is an excellent pub- its got so many winding corners, stairs going up to different levels so you always find a new place each time! I booked a table for my boyfriend's birthday last weekend-there was 11 of us and they gave us a fantastic big room which was great as we could make as much noise as we liked! We all had roasts which were very good- cauliflower cheese is a must! All the food came steaming hot and at the same timd which was impressive as there were a lot of us! It was sunny out so we went up to the top roof terrace and spent the whoke afternoon in the sun with friends- great day and the lion and lobster is a great place to spend a birthday or any afternoon! read more

The Lion & Lobster - Always a good sign when people are queuing for a pub to open! - Pubs Near Me - Brighton, BNH

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After a few attempts to try and enjoy a roast here, I've finally had the opportunity today! We managed to find an available table upstairs on the terrace as we didn't book a table. I've heard that they're known for their Sunday roasts and to my surprise, they offer a deal for a mixture of two meats for £9.95! You can also ask for Yorkshire pudding AND stuffing for an extra charge (might as well cause they're both delicious!). Service here is quick but it can get busy so you'll need to take the initiative to ask for sauce/cutlery as soon as the food is served. I'd rate the roast here 8/10! Well-cooked, large portions and all at a reasonable price! read more

The Lion & Lobster - Roast chicken and lamb with Yorkshire pudding and stuffing. - Pubs Near Me - Brighton, BNH

Its a lovely pub owned by an actor from The Bill! Good range of Real ales. Staff friendly. The only downside was that tables were reserved. One table space was needed for the band,this is Saturday night, and the other for I guess for the bands friends and family. My view is that if they want a table they should secure it by getting to the pub early! This was one reason we only had one pint. The decor was homely and had pictures of pub bars! There was a TV on without any sound. No-one was watching it. So it was just a waste of electric! This place does the usual pub grub. read more

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Perfect for pints in the Summertime with its inside, outside roof terrace. Very friendly place, got talking to a couple who shared a table with us and then a hen party who were on the last day of there weekender, chowing down on Sunday lunch. Secret Squirrel... Go through the pub and upstairs to find the roof terrace over two floors. read more

The famous Lion and Lobster is a classic Brighton pub. But if you take a trip through the corridors and rooms and nooks of the Lion and Lobster and you realise that really it's five pubs in one. With each area and bar enjoying its own atmosphere and amusement. Through the little front door and into the cramped downstairs bar you'll catch the banter of the locals and maybe a jazz band if you visit on a Sunday. The long curved bar serves all the usual beers you'd expect and local real ales from Harvey's and Dark Star. The Lion and Lobster is a drinkers' pub, open late, and no stranger to grand claims and tall tales from half-pissed punters. Go round the corner and the pub opens up into a bigger space with tables and chairs. Dimly lit and cluttered with curios, this is the room for groups to sit around late into the night drinking and eating pizza. It feels old fashioned. It's charming. Like a speakeasy, it has no windows out to the world or through which the missus can spy you. And then round the corner to pub number three. A narrow, dark room with a handful of booths. I imagine dodgy deals being struck here and break ups finalised, away from prying eye and inquisitive ears. Upstairs to the first floor and there is a lovely bar and room that's more airy and pristine than the rest of the pub. This bar is more salubrious, almost like a private member's club. And then to the yard, a brilliant outside terrace replete with it's own bar hatch and televisions. Yes. Televisions outside. And finally up out to the roof terrace, huddled away among the rooftops you emerge blinking. Picnic tables, a bar and the perfect place to chill after a hard day's work. The Lion and Lobster is a Brighton experience that's not to be missed. read more

I took my family here for a late lunch on Saturday (25.8.12). Its a great pub, lovely menu, my food was okay as was everyone elses but my wife's chicken was raw in the middle. when we complained to the waitress she looked at us in shock as if to say 'how dare you complain about the pink, un-cooked, cold chicken' and referred us to another, friendlier waiter who offered to take it away and have it cooked further. My wife declined as her appetite obviously went out of the window and asked for it to be taken off the bill, which it was. What really annoyed me was the fact nobody apologised. In most restaurants the chef would come down and gloss over things in the hope that you'd maybe give the place another go but not here. The Lion and lobster could be a fantastic place if they dropped the attitude and learned how to cook a chicken. read more

Rancid chicken liver pate, fermenting tomatoes on burgers... food poor, service disdainful; really awful and I'm being reasonable. I'll never go back read more

This is one of the best pub in the city, situated down a Hove backstreet the Lion and Lobster has a bright red exterior. Its a traditional decor inside with an old school bar and art work around the place. Its a weird step up inside & must of had some serious renovation work done as its a bit of maze of rooms and little bars. It has a really cosy vibe partly because of the open fires and partly because of the number of humans that are in there at the weekend. Its a really popular venue and considering its massive capacity its difficult to find a seat after 7pm on a weekend. A big bonus to this pub is the roof terrace which is great for smokers to ta cover in the winter and to catch some rays in the sunshine. read more

Really poor food and attitude.... The reputation for food is lost. Called in today got Sunday lunch( roast beef) ...quite simply appalling. The roast potatoes rock hard. Beef cold and almost raw. Then when I had the temirityto suggest to the waitress that is was not good she quipped " is that why you've eaten half of it"?. ( I had. Moved the good round the plate I guess) It must be stressed that I was in no way seeking a refund , I just wanted to point out that it was a poor decision to eat there. They didn't care so I leave it to you to decide...As I said I simply want to point out it was very poor. read more

If you're looking for an independent pub with heaps of character, a wide selection of beverages, great food and a little quirk, look no further than the Lion and Lobster in Hove. My boyfriend and I headed there upon a friend's recommendation on a bank holiday Monday and were not disapointed. We were led up the stairs into the dining area, seperated into various rooms, giving each aroom an intimate feeling. The staff were warm and attentive, talking us through the page of daily special, advising us on what they thought was particularly good. I had a haunch of venison, with parmesan polenta and purple sprouting brocoli, cooked beautifully, whilst my boyfriend had pan-fried pollock with prawns, samphire and potato croquettes. After lunch we drank on the rooftop enjoying the sunshine. Do try! read more

Sitting on the beach on Sunday, it was getting a little cold due to the wind, even though it was still blazing with sun. We looked at Yelp, and found that the L&L was most recommended for rooftop beers on a nice day. So off we went. It's a little set back from the seafront, so is more sheltered, but still easy to get to. We walked in and grabbed a drink from the bar, which is pretty traditional in its decor. I wasn't feeling any of the 'atmosphere' promised to me immediately, and actually, found the beer/cider selection pretty disappointing. In fact, my friend remarked that it was the first place to take us anywhere near London prices again... So we headed outside, up to the first of two outdoor areas. It was totally packed, but we found a table in the shade, but at least we were outside. Someone had left a Telegraph lying around, so we spent the next few hours reading the paper and supplements, listening to a couple of their first date next to us having met online. There was some confusion over card payments when we attempted to buy more drinks. If it's under £20, they have to charge you and give you change, while also adding on a 50p fee. Or something weird like that. It wasn't a huge issue, but was a tad annoying. So yes, we spent a while there. It was perfectly pleasant, but nothing special, and certainly nothing to write home about. Famous this may be, but I'd imagine that its better of an evening with some live music downstairs and a big group of people around. read more

This is one of the better pubs in Brighton and Hove (since I reckon it's nearly beyond the Hove barrier): it serves a variety of wines and ales, as well as the occasional Scotch, and has an amazing outdoor set-up. A bit rubbish if it rains, as there is little cover, although the second roof garden (yep, there are two) is amply protected from the elements. The decor is a nice quirky Brightonian standard, with busts of Lenin as well as random arty pictures adorning most of the surfaces. As well as all of the drinks and general quirkiness, the Lion and Lobster serves amazing food: not as good as the Hop Poles, but almost restaurant-y: quite an achievement for a little pub. As nights go, I prefer to drink with friends and not get sucked into some peculiar club/pub night thingie, which the Lion and Lobster is pleasantly bereft of, apart from the quiz night which I will begrudgingly admit to enjoying. It's all here: nice big terrace, lots of choice of beverage and good food. My one big bugbear here is the price: it's all a bit inflated, but then again, it's Brighton: most drinks in this town are a wee bit on the expensive side. I can forgive the Lion and Lobster this: I occasionally go out of my way to go back here! read more

I hate pubs. They smell, have sticky surfaces, cocky barmen and have no places to hide. I like Lion & Lobster. There are plenty of places to hide. Try the doughballs and pizza. Don't share, you'll regret it. The terrace is great in the summer. Get your calculator ready if you want to pay seperate to the rest of your party, they make you tally up your own bill. Plenty of screens to watch the football. read more

There's a reason this pub sold for a record amount recently, it's one of Brighton's most famous and popular pubs and you'll see why as soon as you walk in. There are nooks and crannies galore here, I swear I found a new hidey-hole every visit years after I started to frequent this humble establishment. And I do mean humble, though it is a football pub you'll never feel oppressed by any ongoing matches and I've never encountered any trouble here. So apart from the Alice in Wonderland-esque twisting and turning corridors and seating booths, what else can be said for the Lion and Lobster? The food. Goodness me the, the food! You really would not expect a pub to serve such a wide range of cuisine and to serve them all well, but that old adage of 'jack of all trades is master of none' does not apply in this instance. My personal highlights are the pizzas, the seafood platter and the Sunday roast. Minus one star for making you pay extra for Yorkshire pudding and cauliflower cheese, in my neck of the woods such things would be deemed blasphemy! read more

I really enjoy going to the Lion and Lobster, it's one of Brightons most unique pubs - it's huge, set over three floors with 2 outside areas - it feels like there is a spot in here for every one! I organised a dinner for a group of Yelpers yesterday, booked a table for 10 thinking we would be seated in the pub, however we were seated in the restaurant area which was nice as it was a little quieter and gave us all the opportunity to chat properly. The restaurant has a slightly different menu to the pub menu, however we asked for the pub menu as quite a lot of the party wanted the garlic doughballs (after trying them, I now know why!!) The food was great, I had the Spanish Pizza (Chorizo and Chicken) and shared the doughballs with Scott. It's not often I'm not able to finish everything on my plate, but I was absolutely STUFFED! In a good way. I'll definitely be returning. read more

Lion an Lobster is the closest to me at the moment. I enjoy it- good vibe lighting and prices. the food is nice but the roast definitely needs improving, I recommend the pizza! great outdoor areas and huge fire place so fantastic through out the year. always had good service and friendly staff read more

Our friends in Brighton live literally across the street from this super pub. So when we went there to visit them, the first "pub stop" was The Lion and Lobster. The place is incredible. From the outside you wouldn't give it a second glance but once inside - wow.com! The place is huge, old fashioned, 2 outdoor areas , 3 bars, big rooms&small rooms, a section with no windows, just booths with candles - very mafia like, haha. old pictures, posters and newspaper clippings on the walls. Old timers and new comers , name tags on the stools, great atmosphere, friendly staff and very strong vodka-orange. read more

Definitely echo the sentiments of other reviews in that the food sets this pub apart. Nice work chef! The pizza was excellent and a minute steak cooked perfectly, along with some lovely chips. The rest is standard olde worlde pub stuff. Bit of a maze downstairs but the polite bartenders served a solid guiness. Also show the football! Excellent. read more

I love this pub. It's a slight trek from the centre of town, hidden in one of the side roads off Western Road, but it's definitely worth the walk. It doesn't look that big from the outside, and when you walk in it doesn't immediately look anything spectacular either, just another quirky Brighton pub. Delve a little deeper and you'll discover it goes on forever, with tons of little nooks and crannies, stairs and doors opening to various upstairs seating areas. It's got an outside terrace with a real log fire and then a further massive terrace with tables and benches, perfect for smokers. Full of character and always rammed, especially on weekends, you'll be rubbing elbows with people as you fight your way to one of the bars. It's worth the hassle though, and its atmospheric, peculiar charm will warm you right through. read more

Really quite the exceptional pub. Upon entry you may wonder what all the fuss is about, as it's a standard pub bar area... And then you start to wander around and it's like the pub never end. Nooks here. Crannys there. A dining area upstairs and just about the best roof top smoking area you could ask for. Add in good food and a challenging weekly quiz and you really should head here, quickly. read more

This is one of my fave pub in the city it has a really traditional decor with lots of dark reds and open fires. They have renovated so there a two tiered roof terrace which is great for the summer. They have a amazing food and a restaurant area where you can book a table. Its more on the Hove side of the city and so a slight mission from the centre of the city but it's deffo worth a wonder. Its the worst kept secret and get mega busy so don't expect to get a table if arriving late evening. read more

I've only been here for the Sunday roast, but they are amazing! Everything on the plate is delicious. You can get two different types of meat (half/half) for an extra quid. The actual pub is a great spot though. Tons of little nooks and crannies to hang out, plus sport on the tele if you want to watch the game. read more

One of my favourite pubs in Brighton. Really nice interior with lots of space - if you find the stairs and go upstairs. The food is also great and we had really good service when I asked for a function room once. Only today I was a bit disappointed by the Sunday Roast but I do love the normal menu. There are big outdoor terraces which unfortunately are a bit smokey (well...smokers have to go somewhere) but all in all a very good place to be. read more

Lots of people rave about this pub, but to be honest it's not one of my favourites. It's always really busy though so perhaps this is an indication of just how popular it is. I have heard the roasts are amazing, I had a fish dish there once and it was nice but expensive. I find it quite cramped and old but others would call it quaint... Not entirely sure what all the fuss is about! read more

I had such a great Sunday evening meal at Lion and Lobster in Brighton that was my second time to visit but was the first time to have dinner there and the meal was excellent and more than sufficient. I would also say the building is so impressive and staffs were really immediate response so i felt really comfortable. If you come to visit Lion and Lobster, you could enjoy real British pub culture this is why I strongly recommend Lion and Lobster to every people from all over the world. read more

Hands down my favourite city centre pub. Okay, it's not technically in the centre- it's hidden away just off Western Road on Sillwood Street- but that's a good thing, as it means less people stumble across it and it's still, vaguely, a secret to those in the know away from... the tourists. There, I said it. The crowd are casual, the food's great, and it has a cracking outside area- a perfect place to spend a summer evening. I also recall having some really good local ales (although, don't ask me which ones!), and being impressed by the choice of drinks. read more

If only we had a pub exactly like this in New York City. *sigh* It was so worth the long walk from our B&B in Kemptown to get to The Lion & Lobster, and if I'm ever in Brighton/Hove again, you can bet I'll be parking myself at this pub for at least an afternoon. It has just the right mix of comfort, eccentricity, and conviviality. read more

Bleeding brilliant place, great crowd and bloody good food if you want a nosh too!

This labyrinth of a pub will fool you with its hidden rooms, and tucked away corners, managing to cater for masses of drinkers, while retaining that intimacy you only get in pokier establishments. There's a bit of everything here, with good music, higher-end pub food, and even some sport on the telly (without dominating the atmosphere). Upstairs the Hop Poles reveals itself all over again, with countless more rooms, stairs, and an open-air mezzanine smoking area, large enough for countless groups to sit, smoke, chat and repeat. It's always a bit of a surprise that there are so many people in here - it's not exactly easy to remember which street it's on if you don't know Hove. But such is it's reputation that it nearly always is busy. Highly recommended. read more