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Kindling restaurant and steakhouse in Brighton - Kindling Restaurant, Brighton, Brighton and Hove

Kindling Restaurant

4.6
4.6
254 Reviews
£26 to £40
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 35 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
At Kindling we believe that great steak should be for everyone. Located in the heart of Brighton, our restaurant offers a laid-back dining experience with great value, quality beef cooked over charcoal and live fire.
Our open kitchen lets you see all the action up close. Witness the skill and passion of our team as they cook your steak to perfection.

We focus on quality and value, creating a casual environment that makes everyone feel at home. Kindling is perfect for casual business lunches, family get-togethers and catch-ups with friends.

Our menu is simple but spot-on. It features grass-fed British beef and delicious cocktails, wines, and beers that perfectly complement your meal. On Sundays we serve our Sharing Roast for two alongside our regular menu.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01273 536350
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Ewan Cullen
  • Private party facilities
    Available for private hire maximum 50 pax, subject to availability and advance booking. Contact bookings@kindlingrestaurant.com
  • Neighbourhood
    Brighton
  • Cross Street
    Kings Road, Brighton Seafront
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    North Street Brighton
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wine

What 254 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Brighton

    Best Food

  • Brighton

    Best Ambience

  • Brighton

    Good for business meals

  • Brighton

    Innovative

  • Brighton

    Hot spot

  • Brighton

    Great for fine wines

  • Brighton

    Romantic

  • Brighton

    Good for special occasions

  • Brighton

    Most Booked

  • Brighton

    Best Food

  • Brighton

    Best Ambience

  • Brighton

    Good for business meals

  • Brighton

    Innovative

  • Brighton

    Hot spot

  • Brighton

    Great for fine wines

  • Brighton

    Romantic

  • Brighton

    Good for special occasions

  • Brighton

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Kindling Restaurant offers a vibrant atmosphere with "amazing food" and "excellent service." The steak is frequently praised as "the best" in Brighton, complemented by "delicious sides" and a delightful wine selection. Though some seating areas can be cramped, the overall experience is "fantastic," making it a must-visit spot for steak lovers.

255 Reviews
  1. Becky

    London

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great restaurant. Staff were fab, food was so good, great wine choices. Loved it all

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  2. Harry

    Brighton

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So delicious and innovative throughout. The steak was cooked to absolute perfection (Ribeye which I highly recommend), the sides were creative and tasty and the waiting staff were incredible and attentive. Extra thanks to Archie for cooking the amazing food and keeping us entertained at the bar whilst we ate. Definitely returning again… and again… and again.

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  3. ktp1

    London

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Spent a lovely afternoon. Food was amazing. Waiter was charming!

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  4. Terena

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic venue with excellent service and great food. Highly recommend this restaurant.

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  5. John

    Brighton

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    There is loads to like about Kindling. Great food, smiling staff and good cocktails but if it is a cold night avoid a table near the door as the cold air rushes in every time someone asks for a last minute table or enters to sit down. Given how successful it seems to be I would start looking for a bigger and better value then it should be 5 stars all the way! Good luck!

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  6. Sandra

    Brighton

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Excellent food, well presented and service was good. Choice of wine, greta, had the English Bacchus

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  7. Tom

    Brighton

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, wine and service. A must try in Brighton

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  8. Melodie

    Brighton

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The most amazing find in east street Brighton The food was insane and will def be back

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  9. Lucy

    Brighton

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Best steak I've had in a long time! Far far superior to The Coal Shed. Quality was delicious, all the sides were brilliant and the staff were attentive and lovely. It was my boyfriends birthday and they even put a candle in his desert and wrote happy birthday which was lovely!
    Kindling RestaurantResponded on February 27, 2025
    Hi Lucy, we are so happy to hear we helped to make your special occasion memorable. Looking forward to seeing you again Team Kindling

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  10. Jillian

    Brighton

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Very busy, a little “squashed in” even though our table was booked for 3pm on a wet Sunday afternoon. Staff were helpful and immediately fetched a bowl of water for our dog (not something that happens very often). Food was good, special mention for whoever makes your Yorkshire puddings which were “the best”. Dessert disappointedly average. Would have preferred something simpler such as a fruit crumble with custard or apple pie but, that’s just a personal choice. All in all, we enjoyed our first visit and will return.
    Kindling RestaurantResponded on February 27, 2025
    Hello Jillian and thanks for your review. Looking forward to seeing you again. Team Kindling

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Kindling Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 254 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 35 times today
Google Map for Kindling Restaurant

69 East St, Brighton, Brighton and Hove BN1 1HQ

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Kings Road, Brighton Seafront
  • Neighbourhood
    Brighton
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    North Street Brighton
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Ewan Cullen
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wine
  • Phone number
    01273 536350
  • Private party facilities
    Available for private hire maximum 50 pax, subject to availability and advance booking. Contact bookings@kindlingrestaurant.com
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