Based on 444 opinions finded in 2 websites
Based on 444 opinions finded in 2 websites
Nº 1030 in 1872 in Brighton and Hove
Nº 119 of 234 British in Brighton and Hove
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We booked Third Avenue for our family of five to remember our dear mum who we sadly lost 3 years ago. We booked for Sunday lunch menu, which said Sunday Roast. However we were so disappointed as they told us on arrival the Sunday Lunch Menu advertised on the website was out of date and not available. We were then told no bottled water available, no Prawns, no pigs cheeks, only one bottle of the red wine we ordered was available, no beer available wanted to order. They said the prawn order wasn't delivered that day, but we later found out that a private function held in their sister restaurant for a christening were served with prawns. Service was so slow. After one hour we got bread and bread. Served our steaks cold so had to return to kitchen. Took 3 hours in all. No time for dessert. Our Waitress, Tailor was so apologetic and helped make us feel better. However it really spoiled what should have been a day of remembering mum to a nightmare. Website and manager which wasn't available to speak to need updating.
Eve L . 2024-10-13
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Lovely bar, lovely service. Nice place to sit on the terrace and chill for a couple of drinks. Cocktails were perfect .. not eaten there yet but definitely plan to.
Alison T . 2024-10-05
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Saw a friend for food/drinks. Was welcomed by Joey. He was fully knowledgeable of the food and drinks. The food we chose came as small plates, as we were sharing. The food was delicious. Full of flavour. Will be coming back. Would highly recommend.
Donna3107 . 2024-09-29
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Best Mojito I had in a long time!
Teo Sarluceanu . 2024-09-27
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Had and engagement party here and was terribly managed from start to finish the owner Ben was rude to use from the get go as soon as he had our deposit money from us it felt like he didn’t care about anything, using Joey as his puppet to tell us things he couldn’t be bothered with. We were promised our deposit money back if met a minimum spend we were told we met the spend on the night only to be then told we hadn’t. (Basically Ben just wanted to keep our money. Even when Joey had told us we doubled if not tripled there income for the night) just goes to show you what kind of person Ben is. They are untrustworthy and lie to your face. Do not go here.
George B . 2024-09-23
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Had and engagement party here and was terribly managed from start to finish the owner ben was rude to use from the get go as soon as he had our deposit money from us it felt like he didn’t care about anything, using Joey as his puppet to tell us things he couldn’t be bothered with. We were promised our deposit money back if met a minimum spend we were told we met the spend on the night only to be then told we hadn’t. (Basically Ben just wanted to keep our money. Even when Joey had told us we doubled if not tripled there income for the night) just goes to show you what kind of person Ben is. They are untrustworthy and lie to your face. Do not go here
George Bidgood . 2024-09-23
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We booked this place for our mother's 92nd birthday and we had an amazing experience. The service we got from Joey was fantastic, he couldn't have done more to make the event special, he is a real asset to this place, thank you Joey!! The food was excellent, very tasty and well cooked along with the excellent service, Highly recommended!!
Maps647020 . 2024-09-22
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A great pub/bar with good food and fantastic, friendly staff.
NSLondon . 2024-09-21
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Food was nice but I think some extra caution / care around allergies is needed. The waiter was very friendly and helpful otherwise.
JL . 2024-09-04
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Hi would just like to write a brief review of our time Saturday evening. We had a truly wonderful time. The steaks were especially good and the cocktails super. Staff very polite helpful and Jolly . The staff were exceptionally respective to our needs and as we novices to cocktails that helped. Friends also rated the curry rather amazing as not an authentic Indian restaurant. Big thanks to the third avenue team . We will be back soon!
ady ratcliff . 2024-09-03
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Do not ever book this venue for an event We booked this venue for an engagement party and it’s been nothing but a nightmare. I paid a £1000 deposit for this venue i was in contact with the owner Ben he took the deposit and then in the same chain of emails I asked him to organise me a DJ on the 11/07/24 he said he would find me one and get back to me within the week. I heard nothing back I sent countless emails to him and was constantly ringing the number. The week before our party the manager joey contacted myself and said he would sort me one out that there would be no worries that Ben was a nightmare. He then put me on the phone to Ben who was so rude saying he didn’t know what my problem was that joey had found me a dj and that I had only just paid a deposit. However it was still £1000 of my money. He also said he hadn’t received any emails from me that they had maybe gone to spam. However this only happens if you have never emailed the person before. So night of the party comes round we pay an extra £250 cash to have security at the party for a private event joey asks me if I want to start letting random people in off the street to bring up the minimum spend to which I said no as we were trying to celebrate with friends and family. As the night goes on about 11pm joey comes up to my fiancé and his friend shows them two card machines one for £2700 and the other for £756 and said we have done about £300 cash he then says to him if you tap your card for £500 then you will have hit the minimum spend of £4000 and will get your £1000 deposit back. The party wasn’t to finish till 1am so we said no. The bar was busy all night and people spent a lot of money. We have asked for our deposit back and have now been told we only spent £2950 and that they are keeping our deposit. However joey sent me a picture of two card machines through message which added up to 3100 but they are saying that one is from dinner service next door. There was 2 couples in the restaurant there is no way they spent £900. Joey is saying he didn’t show us machines that said that and calling us liars. The bar staff were drinking out of the shot bottles and putting the back and using the same one to serve customers. I would stay well clear of this venue. Not worth the stress
Tyler Wright . 2024-09-01
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If I could leave negative stars I would. The menu online is wrong and outdated, the menus served at lunch were wet, stained and thin crinkled paper - the napkins served with lunch of a similar quality and dirty. The drinks and food options were limited, with them having 4/14 gins on the menu available, very limited food options with staff blaming delivery problems. The food was wrongly served with items missed, and other items cooked and served as an “option” as they didn’t have further ordered choices available. When food arrived it was cold or over cooked. One staff member apologising, said he had a new chef and other staff phoned in sick, he was feeling embarrassed and noting he didn’t leave London to work for somewhere like this. The fruit placed in our drinks was past its best. Advised I was not paying, asked if I would pay half but refused. I offered twice to leave my contact number for the boss to contact me but that offer wasn’t taken up on. We even questioned if it was shutting down. Would not recommend to anyone and will not be back. The owners should be embarrassed.
Melanie Ailsa . 2024-08-30
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We hosted a 30th Birthday Party at Third Avenue and it was a great event. After looking at almost every (limited) option Brighton & Hove had to offer we chose Third Avenue and we're very happy we did! The day ran without a hitch start to finish, guests raved about it being the best party food they've ever had. And the bar staff went above and beyond to ensure everyone's requirements we met for. Can't recommend Third Avenue highly enough for a special event.
Timothy Mccarthy . 2024-08-06
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Passed by whilst out with friends & decided to pop in for a cocktail. Didn’t get the guys name who looked after us but he was an asset to this business. (Friday evening approx 6pm) - he was polite, professional and made the most beautiful cocktails. Decided this is our next venue for our regular girls afternoon.
Lindsey H . 2024-07-12
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Really lovely food, and great cocktails! Staff was very friendly and a lovely atmosphere. Would really recommend the squid and chicken coconut curry
Discover58804785596 . 2024-07-11
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A brilliant dinner with our family. We have 4 young kids and the staff were brilliant. Very accommodating and nothing a problem. Food was top class. We would highly recommend.
Geoff E . 2024-07-11
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Wonderful food, beautiful venue and decor. Great service with a smile. What more could you ask for.highly recommend for dinner. Other menus also looked great.
mona1990s . 2024-06-28
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Amazing experience! We came here for a family meal last weekend 12 of us and had the most amazing tasty food, everything came out really quickly, the service was great, professional and friendly staff and the venue was beautiful. Will definitely be returning for the coconut curry it was incredible!! Thank you Third Avenue!!
Ayshea B . 2024-06-25
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I have been there a few times now in my opinion Third Avenue has The nicest venue in the area reasonable prices and good food.
Nima123 . 2024-06-23
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One of the most beautiful restaurants I have ever been to. The food and staff were excellent, and the atmosphere was very friendly. I will definitely go there again.
Saeed G . 2024-06-22
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Absolute tramps whose names begin with J with steal money and act like his mum died in London for attention. Avoid. He wears a Bape jacket and other pubs in Brighton facilitate him. Poor man thinks owning a stone Island lets him con people. Avoid here and black lion! Joe who also drinks in black lion is a begger, please don't listen to sob stories.
J D . 2024-06-21
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We arrived on time for our table to be told we had cancelled the booking. We hadn’t. The waitress at the bar was quite rude about this insisting that someone cancelled. After a lot of shifting us from table to table we were eventually settled. We then sat there for half an hour before anyone came to ask if we would like drinks. Another 15 minutes later we were given menus. We ordered. Only two of us had starters which turned up after a long wait. The mains then started to arrive. So, one person got their full main and one person got their side and no main. And then we waited. And waited. Two more mains turned up. Still waiting for two. At which point the waitress comes over and says they haven’t got one of the veggie mains. After 1.5 hours they realise they don’t have one of the meals ordered. At which point tempers were lost. We told the manager we were leaving and would not pay. Our son and daughter in law had come down from Edinburgh for the weekend and this appalling service ruined what should have been a lovely family get together.
Jane186273 . 2024-06-16
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We visited Third Avenue restaurant for Sunday lunch. The ribeye steak was cooked to perfection, complemented by the green salad, as was our other order, the house hamburger. Excellent service from the patron David. Thoroughly recommend this restaurant in all respects. Decor, service and good quality food. What more can one ask for?
Tony Grantham . 2024-05-26
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Wish I’d found this place years ago. Had brunch there today and can honestly say everything was impeccable. Don’t let the exterior fool you - funky inside and a brilliant menu with very cool music to dine to. Love it!
kiersty boon . 2024-05-26
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Thank you David for a wonderful afteroon
Mark G . 2024-05-26
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Worst experience to date. If I hadn't been with elderly people who would have been embarrassed I'd have left without paying. Can not understand how the place can remain open with such poor service, food, care etc. Was a special occassion which I'd called ahead to ensure they would be aware and help with. Wrong food, wrong wine, uncooked food etc...I can see others have had a similar experience and they've blamed it on the chef being new qns unsupervised....they were saying the same thing in December!!!! If you go for lunch it seems to be worse as they have untrained unqualified staff... can't even get the basics right has to ask feo cutlery, condiments ...we never even got any pepper and salt! Raw food, inedible food....I even had to call the restaurant on the phone to get service as the waitress paid zero attention to us in an empty restaurant. Absolute waste of money and time.
sarah c . 2024-04-27
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Absolutely shocking. The first time I've ever taken service off a bill. Communicated before it was for my mums 80th and needed disabled access. IT IS NOT WHEEELCHAIR FRIENDLY interm of WC access. Good was served cold, served RAW broccoli head rather than frilled tender stem, burrito cheese instead of boasts cheese and inedible squid.... incorrect ingredients, wrong wine, service was non existent. Didn't bring menu's, pour wine...eneded up having to call the restaurant ny phone to get them to come to table. It was without any other patrons do being busy wasn't an excuse just poor training, bad chef and total pack of care the our experience. Real shame back last year and thought it was nice. To the owner, you've got a lovely venue...you need to get better staff to stay afloat.
T5277JYsarahc . 2024-04-26
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We were there on Mother's Day, came from Basingstoke just for one day with a family of 7 adults and 1 child. We had choices from the Brunch and Lunch menu. Crab Royale was amazing, also Grilled Gambas, Padron Peppers, Pork Skewers, and of course truffle fries. Nice cocktails, Lychee Rose Martini, and Raspberry Fizz. Staff was amazing, we've got a small and cute babyccino for the child as a compliment. Liked this place and we'll come back definitely again.
Jenny G . 2024-04-11
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this place is really underrated, its a really nice place for a cocktail and Dinner
SauerJohn308 . 2024-04-11
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Had a great meal here. Food really good and staff really friendly. Definitely recommended Been here a number of times and always good service.
William M . 2024-04-10
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Came for Mothers Day with the family and had the worst experience ever. They blamed it on the kitchen but the food was cold and dishes were missed. Drinks never arrived. Other tables had as bad if not worse experience than ours including undercooked food and vert long waits. We will not be back!
481Epicurean . 2024-04-08
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The place lacks atmosphere. Dead at 7pm on a Saturday, loads of staff and no customers. Couldn’t put my finger on it but needs something to refresh. It’s a nice looking place and the staff were really friendly but yeh just needs some atmosphere. I don’t like chefs hanging out behind the bar and helping themselves to drinks from the fridges, it’s not a good look. I get they are bored with no customers but best to not drink high high value stock. Just a personal preference from a previous landlord
John Matthews . 2024-04-07
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Third Avenue is a lovely bar with a great atmosphere a good place to go for dinner/drinks and music. We hired out an area for my brothers birthday and had the best time
Jack M . 2024-04-07
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Delicious brunch on a sunny Saturday. Wasn't sure if they were open as it can be a bit tricky to tell from the outside, but glad we went in. Food was absolutely fantastic, and the price was incredibly reasonable for such a lovely restaurant and great portions.
Alexander Hamby . 2024-04-06
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Great atmosphere; such a beautiful venue. The food was lovely, the staff polite and friendly. Great experience. Would come again.
Bekah T . 2024-04-04
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I love the venue, great atmosphere and my bartender (becka) was so amazing and took great care of me and my friends. Would recommend!!!!
Rachel Tyler . 2024-04-04
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Had a great party last Saturday! And loved are time there and the party food was great. Thank you Ben for looking after us.
Teppan Skills . 2024-03-29
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Really nice cocktails with very friendly and accommodating bar and waiting staff
Toby Pepler . 2024-03-29
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This restaurant comes highly recommended for the service food and drinks, I definitely enjoyed my evening here and will definitely come again for the amazing atmosphere and vibe of the restaurant. I am absolutely in love and will definitely be there again.
Ashley Lee . 2024-03-29
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Service and the menu were fantastic! It was very cozy and we’d love to go back dining again. Would definitely recommend it.
Ivan Karadzhov . 2024-03-29
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Popped in for lunch and all the dishes that we ordered were amazing. The stand out was the crisp fried squid which was one of the best we have ever eaten. We'll b3 back soon. (Had eaten most of squid before photo taken).
Rachel J . 2024-03-29
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Came out for a couple drinks, amazing knowledge from bartender Mason who made some some amazing cocktails and was super knowledgeable about all the sprits as well as classic cocktails. Amazing experience cant thank the staff enough 10/10 beautiful venue, will definitely be back with friends
tiffanysC296MO . 2024-03-29
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I had brunch here with my family, and it was amazing. The gorgeous interior design of Third Avenue brings such a lovely atmosphere, and a pleasurable experience. We had brunch and the eggs were cooked perfectly, the avocado was very good, and the toast was perfect. The staff are lovely, the bartender was speaking to us about what drinks we like, and made us our own special drink, with the knowledge he found out from drinks we like. The waiters and waitresses were very kind and polite, speaking to us and making sure we had great service. It’s a lovely place to go to and eat, with great quality food and amazing service.
isabella hunter . 2024-03-29
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Amazing looking place, service was amazing and the food was delicious.
Mikolaj Sawicki . 2024-03-29
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This is my second time coming and the service was amazing mason is an excellent server and Barman, he made me and my friends laugh and provided us with excellent food and drinks all evening I would reccomend this place for a Saturday night with friends :)
Rachael F . 2024-03-29
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amazing food, amazing atmosphere and exquisite service highly recommend
Erin Brierley . 2024-03-28
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Staff were very nice and the food was even better would definitely recommend
Oskar Gates845 . 2024-03-28
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Really liked the service, food was amazing and the staffs were kind. Really recommend this place
Shika Seerputtee . 2024-03-28
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The service was good I loved the food 100% coming back
BERVERLEY ARMEL . 2024-03-28
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My first visit here and was looked after by a lovely chap called mason. the food was lovely and the overall atmosphere was fantastic.
trip hoon . 2024-03-28
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The atmosphere of the building is amazing, great for cocktails with the girls, and the food was amazing we had the chicken sate the sauce was amazing aswell as the pork belly 10/10
Ebony Shreeve . 2024-03-28
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Food was very yummy and came out relatively quickly, drinks were great too, would recommend the crispy fried squid and the miso aubergine 😋
mason gibbs . 2024-03-28
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A nice selection of tapas-like dishes
Paul Chandler . 2024-03-23
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Third Avenue in Hove, following its recent refurbishment, emerges as an exceptional spot for those in search of a remarkable lunch experience that many might not yet realise. This venue, which exudes an up-town New York vibe, offers more than just a meal; it provides a captivating dining encounter with its modern Eastern Mediterranean influenced cuisine. The restaurant's attention to detail shines through in its diverse menu that caters to various dietary preferences, ensuring a satisfying meal for everyone. From signature small plates to homemade bread, sides, and an alluring array of desserts, Third Avenue's culinary offerings are designed to impress.
Gary Gunn . 2024-03-20
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Amazing place, very good food. I will visit again 100 percent.
georgi raykov . 2024-02-21
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Great food and beautiful place!
Yana Kadomskaya . 2024-02-15
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Very mediocre experience I just don’t know where to begin : We came around and got some menus which were not the same so kinda confusing. After 30 mins we had to ask for tap water because our tea and drinks were not coming - considering the place was only half empty I still don’t have explanation on this delay. The waitress came to say there was something wrong with the avocado and they couldn’t do the avocado on toast so we had to order something else - fair enough - we were offered to put tomato slices instead of avocado. After 45 mins I went to ask how were they getting on with the food because it was only salted brunch we ordered : eggs on toast etc - I was told they were checking - 15 mins later I went to ask again and they say they didn’t know why it was taking so long to make the food - at that time only 3 tables of customers including us were still there. I came back one last time and asked what was going on in this place - I asked for the bill because no one could tell us why the food was not coming and the manager was just saying “sorry” but no information about the drama in the kitchen - we wasted 80 mins of our time and had to go somewhere else for food. Gentle reminder - you are nothing without clients so you might want to consider to close your business or get back to basic ASAP - I don’t get why you would do that to your customers.
Arnaud Esteve . 2024-02-10
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Absolutely stellar experience! The steak here is simply divine - cooked to perfection with every bite. Coupled with the friendliest service that makes you feel right at home, and a lively, inviting atmosphere, it's more than just a meal, it's a memorable experience. Highly recommend for anyone seeking top-quality food and a great time!
Travel02962532460 . 2024-01-26
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Lovely venue for a few small plates and cocktails. Exceptional service, great decor and lovely food. Will be returning soon. Thank you, Third Avenue Team!
alicefE8770LD . 2024-01-26
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We came from Oxford for Christmas Day Lunch with family. At £90 a head we were expecting an exceptional experience. How wrong can you be. The restaurant was full and it was obvious there were not enough staff as we waited so long for drinks and food to arrive. We had given our selection off the Christmas menu a couple of weeks in advance, so there was no excuse for our meals not to arrive as detailed. This is exactly what happened. There were things missing, the food was cold and the deserts were a joke! How can a Baileys knickerbocker glory arrive as a scoop of ice cream in a small glass with some frozen berries thrown over? I could go on and on! This restaurant obviously has some serious issues which need to be addressed. Please do not waste your money.
Jacky S . 2024-01-24
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Christmas Day….a time of joy and celebration with loved ones….and unfortunately on this occasion some really poor service and some oversold and underrated food. Third Avenue seemed woefully short-staffed and disorganised on Christmas Day. Service was slow and the food was not at all like the pre-bookable menu suggested it would be with items missing from the meals and a general lack of attention to detail and zero finesse. (To the tune of ‘The Twelve Days of Christmas’) ……4 cold starters 3 tasteless mains 2 sloppy puds And a whole lot of misery …… Of course it didn’t really matter, we still had fun, (and we are very fortunate to have even been able to go out for lunch on Christmas Day,) but since we did go out and since it was a lot of money to spend, it is such a shame that it fell so short across all aspects….food, service and general ambience. I will not be returning to Third Avenue in a hurry. And certainly not on Christmas Day!
Hannah O . 2024-01-23
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I am writing this review to express my profound disappointment with the dining experiences my party and I encountered at Third Avenue, both during a Sunday dinner and on Christmas Day. During our initial visit for Sunday dinner, we were met with a nearly empty restaurant, slow service, and subpar food quality. The steak was inedible, the sea bass didn't match the menu description, and the overall meal left much to be desired. However, the staff's courtesy and prompt resolution by refunding uneaten meals provided a glimmer of hope for our planned Christmas Day reservation. Regrettably, Christmas Day turned out to be an equal, if not greater, disaster. A dirty table covered in candle wax, prolonged waits, and understaffing painted a bleak picture. The main courses were disappointing, with missing items and discrepancies from the menu descriptions. Desserts were the final letdown, with incorrectly served items and a lack of attention from the staff. Our complaint, prompted by these issues, led to a back-and-forth of emails. While we appreciate the partial refund on the food bill and the service charge, the overall experience has left a lasting negative impression. The venue's charm is overshadowed by these recurring issues, indicating a need for improvement in chef selection, operational management, and menu accuracy. It is my sincere hope that you take this feedback seriously and implement changes to ensure a more enjoyable dining experience for future patrons
Ollie Slim . 2024-01-23
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I am writing this review to express my profound disappointment with the dining experiences my party and I encountered at Third Avenue, both during a Sunday dinner and on Christmas Day. During our initial visit for Sunday dinner, we were met with a nearly empty restaurant, slow service, and subpar food quality. The steak was inedible, the sea bass didn't match the menu description, and the overall meal left much to be desired. However, the staff's courtesy and prompt resolution by refunding uneaten meals provided a glimmer of hope for our planned Christmas Day reservation. Regrettably, Christmas Day turned out to be an equal, if not greater, disaster. A dirty table covered in candle wax, prolonged waits, and understaffing painted a bleak picture. The main courses were disappointing, with missing items and discrepancies from the menu descriptions. Desserts were the final letdown, with incorrectly served items and a lack of attention from the staff. Our complaint, prompted by these issues, led to a back-and-forth of emails. While we appreciate the partial refund on the food bill and the service charge, the overall experience has left a lasting negative impression. The venue's charm is overshadowed by these recurring issues, indicating a need for improvement in chef selection, operational management, and menu accuracy. It is my sincere hope that you take this feedback seriously and implement changes to ensure a more enjoyable dining experience for future patrons
Oliver S . 2024-01-23
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I tried to contact the restaurant 3 times before writing a public review but no reply. My family drove from 100 miles away for Christmas day lunch and we were hoping it would have been so much better at £90/head. The hors d'oeuvres on the table were cold, the main course was cold and the turkey was very dry, it seemed like something you'd buy from a supermarket. We waited quite a while between courses. There was butter on the table with no bread, and it took ages for our drinks to arrive. The restaurant was lovely but there was no loo roll in the toilets. Our waitresses were really nice and polite but we were very disappointed with the quality of the food.
Anna W . 2024-01-21
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really good looking waitresses! Sadly, no 'chef' & no food...( portions...almost invisible!), very, very slow food delivery, even though almost deserted...perhaps, they send out? for it. Other places, in area , packed..clearly a reason.BEST, to avoid, if looking to eat. Nice to look at.
David Wright . 2024-01-14
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Picture it, Saturday brunch time last week…the restaurant was nearly empty but for 2 tables (4 patrons total). The heat must have been broken because it was freezing and when asked if they would turn the heat on the waitress brought a tiny space heater…the type you may use under a desk in an office. These should have been red flags telling us to leave but the decor was cute so we stayed. The mysteriously stained cloth napkins also would have sealed it if we’d seen them from the beginning. We started with tea as it was still very cold where we were seated. The Dozie Girl special blend sounded nice so that’s what I ordered. The waitress indicated she wasn’t sure they had it so I said ok if you don’t, I’ll have the peppermint. The tea arrived with the paper tag and string still bundled around the bag sitting in the cup of hot water…not a teaspoon, sugar, or honey in sight. We asked but they never came. Ok, maybe a mistake, I mean we’re only in England it’s not like you should know how to serve a cup of tea. Then came time to place our food orders. Turns out they didn’t have 2 out of 3 of the fish orders my brunch companions and I wanted. So we all had the Gambas (prawns). We also ordered the manchego truffle fries, pardon peppers, and broccolini. Oh, we ordered cocktails too, prior to the food orders but they came some time after the food and they were fine (no complaints on the drinks). The food however - left a lot to desired, like flavor. I was searching for taste with every bite but by the time I finished the 3 prawns that came on the plate I could not find any flavor. Pardon peppers were fine. Fries were disappointing as the waitresses talked them up a bit - the cheese wasn’t even grated properly and the broccolini arrived cold. I’m not sure who was in the kitchen but one of my brunch companions theorized that the B team was on and it wasn’t that they didn’t have the ingredients for the other dishes, it was that the person didn’t know how to prepare them. I’m not ready to give this much credit. If you do decide to stop by make sure you’ve eaten before and order cocktails but be prepared for the 20 to 30 minute wait before the drink is in your hand. P.s.: the toilets 🥴 needed repair, a good cleaning, and a candle or air freshener.
Jacqueline Wall . 2024-01-12
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I forgot to review this place from some time ago, but have just stumbled across it again and thought ‘how has this place got above 4 stars on average?!’. The service here was absolutely appalling, it really ruined our evening. The waitresses were all young, inexperienced, and didn’t want to be there. We didn’t receive any service for about 30 minutes upon sitting down in a half empty restaurant, and didn’t have a drinks menu... The waitresses kept their heads down at all times and avoided eye contact, not coming anywhere near our corner of the restaurant. Our order was then wrongly taken, and when I pointed this out upon receiving our food, the waitress tried to imply I didn’t order it in the first place! The hispi cabbage was the only memorable dish out of the 8-10 plates we ordered, to salvage a generous 2/5. But seriously, beware of this sub standard and somewhat entitled service - it could just ruin your evening and have you feeling like you should have gone elsewhere or stayed at home.
Matt Callaway . 2024-01-11
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The Third Avenue Bar and Restaurant in Hove, earning a 6 out of 10, presented a mixed experience. While the ambiance and service were generally acceptable, they fell short of creating a truly exceptional dining atmosphere. The menu, though offering some enjoyable options, seemed somewhat restricted, limiting the overall culinary experience. One notable drawback was the inconsistency in dish quality, as certain selections failed to meet the expected standards. However, it's worth acknowledging that there were highlights on the menu that showcased the potential for improvement. A particularly disappointing aspect was the condition of the restrooms. The lack of toilet paper was not only an inconvenience but also reflected a lapse in the establishment's attention to essential amenities. This oversight detracted from an otherwise decent dining experience, emphasizing the need for better maintenance and customer care. Overall, the Third Avenue Bar and Restaurant has room for enhancement in various aspects to elevate its overall appeal.
Roozbeh Golpa . 2023-12-19
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Great place for a company Christmas party, could not be better
Tom Trott . 2023-12-16
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Delicious roast beef dinner and great ambience. Very relaxing and comfortable plantation style vibe. Will definitely come again.
Carlie Grindey . 2023-11-27
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Lovely place. Service was fine. Comes highly recommended.
bill schiavone . 2023-11-21
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Great food in a lovely setting. Expensive but worth a visit
Sam Grice . 2023-11-15
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Extremely average venue. Looks promising but lacking any atmosphere. Bills itself as a bistro/cocktail bar but wouldn't really call it that. Basic cocktails with no theatre or atmosphere to bring it to life. Have had a good experience in the past at breakfast / brunch but definitely not a place that can compete with other establishments in the area for cocktails and drinks of an evening.
Ryan Thompson . 2023-10-30
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Best place in Hove. Fine dining, friendly and attentive staff, great selection of wine and cocktails. Good steak and fish plates. Relaxed place to have brunch, good coffee and fresh orange juice. Would recommend pancakes and full english. Nice outside seating areas.
Gabrielle Boutin . 2023-09-12
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I think we perhaps caught them on an off day, the beautiful atmosphere certainly didn't match the dining experience unfortunately. Luke warm coffee, no cutlery, sat looking at our meal going cold, full English breakfast for me with egg shell in the egg, no salt or pepper, asked for some brown sauce which never arrived. My wife had waffles that should have come with eggs, but didn't until the end of the meal. Real shame.
Richard Hutchinson . 2023-09-10
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Fabulous food and staff were very friendly. I would highly recommend.
lisa blatcher . 2023-09-01
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This is an amazing restaurant. Hove is not short of nice places that eat but this is exceptional! We've only had the vegetarian small plates but they all absolutely delivered. Definitely try it!
Peter Oates . 2023-08-11
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Great evening with a fantastic new sushi menu. 🍣
William Allen . 2023-08-11
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Popped by for a cocktail on a friend’s recommendation! We were seated on the terrace, which was comfortable enough but quite narrow for our group of 4. The restaurant is in a very central Hove location right on Church Road, so expect some road noise if you sit outside! The cocktail list is extensive, and all sounded delicious! I struggled to choose, but settled on a ‘Lychee Rose Martini’ which was presented beautifully and tasted wonderful. At £11, it was a little on the expensive side but totally worth it for a treat! I would absolutely come back again for cocktails, but would probably sit inside to soak up a bit more atmosphere 🍸
Georgie Hahn . 2023-08-07
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Came here with a friend ,lovely food and staff and Olivia (waiter) served us very well. Nice atmosphere and great for brunch !!
Muhrati Eshag . 2023-07-08
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Amazing drinks, amazing food and amazing service! Ayshea was great, recommended the Cactus cocktail and it was incredible. Will definitely be coming back
India Inskip . 2023-07-06
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Love this place, been a regular the vibe is great, the drink selection is good especially tequila. Never been disappointed would highly recommend, chances are i will bump into you.
RAW Wells . 2023-07-06
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I was there at the Brazilian party that took on June 30th and it was delicious. Pleasant and very fun environment!
Lucas Falconi . 2023-07-05
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Cocktails where world class with the staff being extremely professional and kind. Ben (the owner) greeted us at the door and was great to meet. After the cocktails, we stayed to dance to the music and had the best night in Brighton. Will definitely be coming back to Brighton and to this great venue! 5 stars all the way ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Mateo Leppard . 2023-07-05
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We had a great time. Food, drinks and service was excellent.
Sibele Maciel . 2023-07-05
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Amazing place and great music and atmosphere. We went for a Brazilian party on Friday that was great and lovely people and the music was really good.
Jc Horacio . 2023-07-05
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The Brazil party at Third Avenue was absolutely amazing! Nice music, nice drinks, all staff very friendly and we danced a lot. Best night ever!!!
Augusto Navasconi . 2023-07-05
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The Brazilian party last friday was amazing Waiting for the next one💃
Erica Lombardi . 2023-07-05
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The most deliciously tasty plates menu. Every morsel was exquisite.. Great staff , friendly atmosphere.. particular mention to Alice and Elde. Thanks for your warm, caring, honest and informative service.
Jerilee Kenny . 2023-06-27
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Highly recommend. We visited Third Avenue for food and drink and were very impressed. The food is mostly small plates. Each plate was exceptional, so tasty! We recommend the fig and goats cheese. The wine menu was extensive. The service was what impressed me the most. All the staff here were so kind and attentive. Will be visiting again soon!
Abbie Betts . 2023-06-25
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Went for a selection of small plates, which were absolutely delicious. Service was top notch!
Andrew Gilbert . 2023-05-09
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Excellent food and service. Have eaten here numerous times and have never been disappointed!
Eric Wong . 2023-03-27
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Delicious food! Highly recommend. Great brunch place. Cool interior and decor too.
Aleyna Akin . 2023-03-26
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Beautiful restaurant. However, the service was appalling. Waited for over an hour after ordering our food. Finally went to enquire myself and was told there was an incident in the morning due to which food is delayed. Further 20 minutes to wait, at least. Was then told it'll be further 20 minutes wait. We said if the food doesn't arrive in the next 5 minutes, we'll be leaving. Parking was running out in 30 minutes. Food magicallly appeared within 5 minutes. But the quality wasn't great. Ordered fish goujons and mac n cheese for kids, which were decent. Waffle was only 3 quarters and not full. However, blueberry coulis with granola was delicious. The crab dish was luke warm. The muffin was barely toasted/warm with salmon. Kids weren't offered their ice cream after the meal. We had to leave at that point. Wasn't charged for the drinks but should have been discounted for the food due to such bad service. I didn't want to argue at that time because we had to leave as the parking was running out. Overall, it was a disastrous visit for Mother's Day meal when we wanted to treat my wife and kids.
Abdul Azeem Butt . 2023-03-22
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Very good food and nice atmosphere
Ka Lai . 2023-03-14
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Awesome time had here! Would definitely and will be going again!
Dan Coleman . 2023-03-13
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Attended for a private event was a great venue for a party to be held
Rosie Chapman . 2023-03-08
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Very helpful and apologetic staff as we had to wait almost an hour for our food to be served due to the function
Arkadiusz Kuzniak . 2023-03-07
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Great place for food, lovely people and excellent service, would defo recommend
wills 1rving . 2023-03-06
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A great venue. Have heard fab things about here and now I know that’s absolutely the case 😀
Lindsey Simpson . 2023-03-06
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