The Bright Helm

I visited the Brighton witherspoon's today (Friday) at 11:30 with my daughter and grandson after seeing the menu displayed on the front of the entrance. The three meals we had and the top-up drinks, which were all included in the price we paid was great. The food we had was lovely, top marks to the staff, who were lovely. We will really go back again. My daughter and Granson loved the Guinness and was really shocked at the very low price. 😳

We came from london for a day trip and ate here for our dinner. It was a good atmosphere with a separate dining area which is a nice place to eat. The service was 10/10, very attentive and friendly staff and chef's. The food was great value for money and nice portion sizes. Any issues with the food was promptly rectified with a gracious and courteous manner. Very nice place to eat.

Great food, unfortunately we had to clear and clean our own tables as there simply wasn't enough staff for how busy it was. Food was great though and we didn't have to wait long at all. Great value for a family of 6 looking for a quick bite to eat, plus there is always something for everyone on a Spoons menu.

This is one of my favourite pubs in Brighton. The food is very good, the beer fantastic and half the price of a nearby places, and the staff excellent. Let me mention the manager, Peter, I think, on a very busy Saturday night, but also Katie D, Morgan, and Flora who were sweet, nice, and very positive about the place on a quiet Thursday afternoon...This is my new local - except when it's packed!

The food and service were excellent. Their raised dining area needs remodelling. The wall seating is broken and uneven to sit on, the whole room is dreary. Toilets were unexpectedly in great order. Their other bars Post & Telegraph (3 min walk) & West Quay in the Marina (45 min walk) are much nicer bars.

06/03/2024 A vaguely enjoyable Wednesday lunchtime in the Bright Helm, Wetherspoon's. A lot of detritus left on tables, as other reviews have noted, but this was dealt with fairly quickly. The food was actually pretty good, we both thought - again, yes, prices have gone up but still a reasonable deal compared with other outlets in Brighton.

Despite earlier reviews I have read-our visit was pleasant with fresh surroundings bright and airy plenty of windows - yes I did observe one bench seat had torn fabric the fitted carpet was in good condition the walls had fresh paint. Tables were available and freshly cleaned by a very polite industrious table server. Food and drinks must be ordered at the bar or through their smartphone app. Service at the bar when we’re there 12.45hrs was slow -only 1 serving. Food portions and quality was fine and was served piping hot. The ground floor is split level and there is also a first floor ( did not visit ) toddlers chairs are available. No background music - large wall mounted tv with subtitles switched on not suitable for wheelchair users. Free wi-Fi along with great value drinks with meals. Long haul route to toilets located in basement. We went Thursday which is deemed a Curry Thursday. Good location and a little quieter on foot fall this time of year. Pity they closed the George Street venue we rated that highly.

While I'm not a fan of the high ups in Wetherspoons itself, I came here to get in the warm and dry while waiting for my hotel to unlock and felt very relaxed. The staff were friendly and have a great sense of humor, and food came promptly in breakfast and lunch. And you can't complain with unlimited tea and coffee refills in the December chill! Overall pleasant, clean and tidy spot.