I have been a regular visitor now and have always been welcomed and made to feel at ease in this well run establishment where first class service from not only the bar staff but the owners is just the norm. The owners have kept the charm of a old pub and turned up the atmosphere with west end quality acts varied enough to please the mixed and diverse customers who have found this not to be missed venue. Thank you xx
What an amazing place ..
Excellent service , great atmosphere .
Highly recommend the Food . We had lunch here yesterday and I can honestly say it's one of the best Sunday roasts in Rottingdean/ Brighton.
Another amazing breakfast had today with friends at this place. Always a really friendly welcome, excellent vibe, amazing food and drinks. I really enjoy spending time here be it for breakfast or for drinks in the evening. V highly recommended
Such a lovely pub. We popped in for some food on a Friday night and ended up staying on til closing, with fantastic FREE live entertainment. The food was excellent and the staff were great, nothing was a problem.
The atmosphere is something else... everyone was having such a great time, it oozed happiness and fun.
We went out for a meal and ended up dancing the night away! Would highly recommend and will certainly be visiting again.
Lovely food, great friendly staff and owners and fantastic entertainment on Friday evenings. The in place to be. Wish I had discovered this place years ago.
Undoubtedly the best pub in Rottingdean for cordial ambience,professional service, great character, themed nights and seasonal events. Great dining featuring new menu with everything freshly prepared. Gastronomic dining experience.
Our absolute favourite pub in the world. Terrific food, great range of wines and a fabulous atmosphere. The recent renovations give a cool new look to a traditional and very popular local. Fine dining and cosy corners for a cheeky pint all under one roof. The staff are all very friendly and extremely professional.
Had a really lovely meal on Friday evening ...We had the Christmas menu and the food , service and singer were excellent we all will definitely be returning....
I say this every time we visit -I wish it was my local. It ticks every box from food,service,decor and entertainment. We are always made to feel so welcome by all the regulars and staff. Can’t thank Dec and John for providing this wonderful place xx
Left Manchester and Just had 4 fabulous days with friends who introduced us to Dec and John. Sang and danced our socks off 2 nights on the run to sounds of the 80's/90's. Best pub/eatery/entertainment venue in Rottingdean a must go if you visit!
Went for the Christmas party night, beautiful decorations, very festive!! Good choice of food, decent portion size, good service, reasonably priced drinks, fab entertainment. My only slight complaint was the entertainment was very, very loud, Will take ear plugs next time! Staff were lovely, friendly & attentive. We would go again. I'd like to go back for a Sunday roast and other things on the menu looked interesting as well! 5*****
Visited during the afternoon on the Kings Coronation 👑🇬🇧 I was thoroughly impressed with the community spirit clearly led by the manager/owner. Remarkable!
The venue was very well dressed for the occasion and I can imagine the same effort being made for other occasions.
The food was very good, much better standard than I was expecting for a Greene King chain standard food, it was fresh, delicious and very well presented. Hats off to the chef and the great menu available.
If my friends niece decides to rent locally I very much hope to return for future visits. A wonderful experience and great pub.
Thank you for the service and atmosphere.
Upon arrival we were greeted with happy smiling staff members, when we ordered the staff were polite, friendly and welcoming. The food was amazing, the presentation, portion sizes and taste were all on point!
Once we were finished with our meals the staff cleared the table quite quickly.
Would definitely recommend, and would definitely come back again!
I’ve lived locally my whole life and never have I ever visited this pub. What a regret for leaving it so long!
I can honestly say, this is one of the nicest pubs I have ever been in.
The food was delicious; I had the crab and crayfish salad - it was so good!
They kindly made me a drink that isn’t on their usual menu but we’re happy to oblige, this also tasted amazing.
We sat in the garden and it was just stunning, plants everywhere, the sun beaming down. It was just a really lovely and enjoyable afternoon.
Our waiter was really nice. She kindly accommodated my fussy daughters lunch choice.
Really good value for money. There were 4 us (3 with alcoholic drinks) 4 main meals, 1 side and 3 desserts, this came to just over £110 which in my opinion was an absolute bargain.
Thank you for such a lovely afternoon!
What a jewel this place is, the food was next level, service was great and the effort put into the rear garden was clear to be seen. Will call again in the future. Dog friendly too.
This Restaurant has an amazing setting, the building is a 16th century building with very old features and tiny door ways, it gives this place an unbeatable charm and vibe. The garden is just stunning. I ordered the home made beef burger for my lunch, it was seasoned to perfection, with the nicest cheese I've ever had in a burger. The staff here are extremely warm and inviting. The food is surprisingly well priced, everything is homemade, which isn't found that often nowadays. This is a little gem of a find, its tucked away down the high street. It has this inconspicuous front, but when you get inside the beauty unfolds.
Me and my fella had our wedding reception here. Dec and John could not have been more welcoming and helpful.
The decorations were astonishing! Dec also prepared a buffet fit for the queens we are, all our guests were very well fed. Was truly a wonderful night.
First time visiting Ye Olde Black Horse in Rottingdean. I felt very welcomed by the manager who served us, whilst having some lovely chats with her. In addition to this, I found her staff to be very polite and friendly. I ordered beer battered cod and chips with tartare sauce… cooked to perfection, compliments to the chef!! If you’re looking for a place to chill and eat in Rottingdean I highly recommend this pub :)
We came today for a very large family lunch. Lovely pub. Great food. Were very impressed with the service, they timed all the food coming out together perfectly. The pub was also decorated gorgeously with Christmas lights. Would recommend
Update: A first visit since a change of ownership. Nice fresh decor, ale well kept but served with too much head for me. The staff were ok but for me, lacked something, possibly because there were only a few customers present that lunchtime.
This pub can get totally rammed some nights but it's different on a quiet one.
Unfortunately, without an event on, it was empty apart from two other diners for this visit; it seems that all pubs are suffering unless there is entertainment.
That said the food was good for pub grub & the server was friendly enough.
Lived here since July and first visit xmas eve: why did we leave it so long? Great atmosphere and excellent service - a really charming team of very capable people went out of their way to make us feel welcome. Food served quickly - we all thought it excellent. And special mention for the very well-kept Harveys Sussex Best ale. The perfect pub visit: a new favourite for us!
My partner and I came here for a weekend away. We had a three course meal and we hired the accommodation at the back of the pub too. When they opened the door I was just blown away by how stunning it was, it's done to a very high standard, everything about this trip was just faultless. The food was delicious, the staff were outstanding, so attentive, smart and professional. The owners are fantastic and so welcoming, I would highly recommend this place.
Great Sunday roast really enjoyed out meal great atmosphere lovely experience and the very friendly staff. Nice garden I love how the restaurant have been decorated. live music on mothers day was great we enjoyed our afternoon here we will going back again.
We didn’t eat this time but after the change in management it took a few weeks to get the regular Wednesday Quiz back up and running. It’s now back with a great atmosphere making for a fun evening out. Long may it continue.
This is a small haven of tranquility and greenery in the heart of Rottingdean just behind the high street (who knew?).
Beautiful outdoor seating area catering well for pandemic times.
Great food too.
Had this place recommended by friends and it didn't disappoint. Fantastic food and great service. Definitely worth the detour when visiting Brighton
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