Reading Room in Brighton: photos, reviews

About

Reading Room in Brighton is an inviting spot that offers a casual and cozy atmosphere, making every visit a pleasant experience. Known for its exceptional bakes and high-quality dishes, this café provides an impressive dinner menu that caters to various tastes, including vegetarian options. It's the perfect place for a family dinner, a meetup with friends, or even a solo dining adventure.

The menu boasts amazing lunch options, complemented by great wines and top-notch coffee, with each plate showcasing attention to detail. Whether you're looking for a full meal or a selection of small plates, you're in for a treat. Service here is attentive and efficient, with warm and charming staff adding to the welcoming vibe.

Reading Room also makes it easy for guests with its quick service and flexibility; you can enjoy your meal inside, on their outdoor seating, or even grab a takeaway if you're on the go. Popular with tourists, this spot truly welcomes everyone, including the LGBTQ community, ensuring a comfortable experience for all. Whether you're there for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner, and whether you're sipping on tea or enjoying a cocktail, expect a meal that balances quality with affordability, typically ranging around 10 to 20 GBP per person.

Price

$$$$ 10 - 20 GBP

Meals

Breakfast, Branch, Lunch, Dinner

Services

Takeaway, Reservations available, Outdoor seating, Dine-in

Dietary options

Vegetarian options

Offering

Serving alcohol, Serving desserts, Small plates, Serving cocktails, Serving beer, Serving wine, Serving coffee

Payment

Payment by credit card, Payment by debit card, NFC payment

4.3

based on 452 reviews

Google

4.3/5 440 reviews

Facebook

3.7/5 12 reviews

zebedee friedman

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

The cafe was already good since it opened. Lovely atmosphere and superb location. Delicious food. Now they’ve opened for evening food too and the food was very impressive, they must have an incredible chef. The waiting staff were all amazing, just the right balance of attentive and efficient. The warmth and charm of the manager Lisa was the cherry on the top of a very very lovely evening. I’d recommend the evening experience without hesitation. Thank you!

Bird Onawire

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Been a couple of times now, what a great find being new to Brighton. Amazing lunch menu or great just for tea and cake, staff are lovely and welcoming, it's a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Have heard they're extending their opening times looking forward to trying their dinner menu soon. Food quality is 👌🏾 10/10

Megan Spring

Food: 2
Service: 2
Atmosphere: 2

The Reading Room is set in an ideal location and has quite a lot to offer food wise. We unfortunately didn't have the best experience on both occasions we've visited. The atmosphere seemed quite chaotic and the staff seemed overwhelmed with the demands (it was super busy on a Sunday) and the staff were visible stressed. On our first visit our coffees were missed from our tables order and on the second visit we were waiting close to 25 minutes for our order to come. Overall, I think the location is fab and the coffee was nice but the team could do more to ensure a less chaotic and more enjoyable experience.

What is the address of Reading Room?
Reading Room is located at Black Rock, Madeira Dr, BN2 1FY, Brighton, Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom.
How to get here by public transport?
The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Bus stop Church Place St Mary's Hall (270 m walk)
- Bus stop Arundel Terrace (95 m walk)
- Bus stop Duke's Mound (203 m walk)
- Bus stop Sussex Square (228 m walk)
How is Reading Room rated by visitors?
Reading Room has an average rating of 4.3 based on 452 reviews across platforms such as Google, Facebook.
What is the average price for a meal at Reading Room?
The average price for a meal is 10 - 20 GBP (it is cheap - $).
Does the venue offer vegetarian or vegan options?
Yes, vegetarian or vegan dishes are available on the menu.

Reading Room in Brighton