BEST FRONT OF HOUSE
VOYA
Winner
Open only every second weekend (Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights), a seat at one of Voya’s gold-dust tables feels like you’ve popped round to a favourite mate’s house for an evening of guaranteed fun.
Vinyl DJs play records at the bar and talented chef JD busies himself in the open kitchen, while Liam and Elina welcome guests warmly, mixing the drinks, weaving among the tightly-packed tables with plates of food and making you feel like you’ve been friends for ages. Squeezing past the DJ and through the tiny kitchen to use the bathroom, there are smiles and chats galore as if you’re at a party. It’s truly an uplifting place.
34 North Road, Brighton, BN1 1YB
voyabrighton.co.uk
WILD FLOR
Runner up
With its period wine posters and mirrors decorating exposed brick walls, bare wooden tables and banquette seating, Wild Flor is reminiscent of a classic Parisienne bistro, and the cosy interiors are matched by one of the city’s warmest welcomes. Chef George Upshall produces inventive, seasonal dishes while staff expertly guide diners through one of the best wine lists in town, ensuring everyone is beautifully looked after. The delicious food and classic hospitality combine to make Wild Flor a firm and consistent neighbourhood favourite.
42 Church Rd, Hove BN3 2FN
01273 329111
www.wildflor.com
THE FLINT HOUSE
Runner up
The Flint House serves a regularly changing menu of imaginative, delicious small and sharing plates, along with a really exciting drinks list. Whether you’re here just for a few small plates and a glass of wine, or a long meal with friends book-ended by aperitivi and dessert, the friendly, welcoming staff will guide you brilliantly to exactly what you need and ensure you have a memorable visit.
13 Hanningtons Lane, Brighton, BN1 1GS
01273 916333