Hotel Chocolat Brighton in Brighton and Hove

I was a bit worried initially it was more of an instagram trap but the coffee and cake we had was lovely and the overall vibe has a charming tranquil quaint feeling to it. The pricing falls in line with most other places, I would definitely love to return to try some other drinks at some point. I think one thing I might suggest to staff is maybe adding something to prevent the back door from slamming quite so loud, I found it easy enough to just close it gently but most were just letting it slam shut.

I am a regular customer at the Garden Cafe as I work locally. The coffee is the best in Brighton Adele's food is exceptional - the salads are so delicious and the toasted sandwiches - and the staff are so nice and friendly - thanks to all the team especially Isaiah Elif and Esin - keep doing what you do - the new changes and expansion are wonderful - my friends all love it too Thanks Nicky Mark :))

Deserves nothing less than 5*. Simply one of the best cafe's around. Amazing food, vibrant/unique atmosphere and attentive staff. This is a must visit for anyone in the area.

I had a homemade quiche with sweet potato & kale salad.It was a good choice! Very delicious. Having a lunch in the room with lots of plants is my favourite thing to do!

Not the warmest of welcomes, but a nice relaxing atmosphere and the food was absolutely fantastic. Dog friendly.

Most beautiful café I've ever been to - gorgeous decor and atmosphere with great variety of good food.

The garden salad was really nice, with olives, poached eggs, pomegranate and chickpeas. 🥗🥑🍳🍅 The turkish lanterns and botanical decor make the cafe charming and tranquil. 🪴🌵

Lovely food and friendly service

Very nice food! All beit I feel like you could get a bit more on the plate for the price. The atmosphere of the cafe is the real reason to go though! Lovely place.

Nice place but the staff weren't great. We had 3 interactions where they kept telling us that we were sitting at the wrong table, or moving us around, after being there for over half an hour and about to order more drinks, finally we were told quite bluntly that there was a no laptop policy (neither previous staff member had said this) so we just left. It wasn't like they needed the table back as they weren't full. It felt like we had constantly been inconveniencing them the whole time by just existing and choosing to spend out money there

Such a lovely atmosphere, and really delicious drinks, will definitely go back here!

Lovely lunch here with my wife. Very quick friendly service and the food was very good. Lovely quirky surroundings

Been here many times since living in Brighton. Impressive food and decor. Happy they have expanded to next by store for more seating.

Such a gem! Cosy, friendly and yummy food

This is such a lovely spot and so cosy and gorgeous inside. I called in one afternoon to pick up a cake and it was beyond delicious, so I decided to come back with my family for breakfast. I ordered the pancakes and am sad to say that two of the pancakes were burnt and inedible. I was surprised they were happy to serve them like that. I did mention it when asked how our meal was and they apologised. Such a shame as the table opposite had a fabulous looking stack of pancakes and the cake I had was great!

This place is pleasant, food is tasty, and meals are creatively crafted. On top of everything, the coffee is just delicious! It is a family owned business, and the entire family runs the restaurant and works in it. It is worth visiting, I did, and I became a regular.

This is a great place to have some delicious cake and coffee! Really peaceful and pleasant inside. They have lots to choose from on their displays, which makes it 10x harder to decide what you want, as everything just looks amazing! I had a raspberry cake and a lavender latte both heavenly. I did end up using a coffee shot which i later regretted, as the latte without the coffee is good as it is! Would give 5* had the service been a little more enthusiastic to match the vibe, it was very straight forward but still ok. I highly recommend this place.

Tea and delicious cake with friends to celebrate a birthday. Lovely place - highly recommend!

It is one of our favourite places to grab a coffee and a slice of cake.

Excellent food at a reasonable price considering the lanes. Service forgot to bring multiple items which was a little disappointing. Quite possibly the smallest toilet in all of Brighton.

Food is alll slightly bellow average, staff are nice, atmosphere is cool. Eating in there makes me feel like the kids from the secret garden, that illusion is broken quickly when a bill for £15 for eggs on toast comes.

I ate here at the weekend, and it was really lovely. The food was SUPERB - well presented and very filling. I had the Garden breakfast with salmon - I will be recreating this at home - and my niece had the avocado on toast with cherry tomatoes and mushrooms. The service was very good - polite, smiley and very welcoming. I loved that when we sat down at a table, a member of staff turned on the heater. The atmosphere was intimate, and the interaction with some of the other customers was fantastic. I absolutely loved the decor and the plants, and the very cool playlist was a bonus. I will definitely visit again when the weather gets warmer.

Lovely staff, great food and a gorgeous ambience. I wish I had visited sooner!

Went in start of New Year - food lovely but portions shrunk - nearly £6 for a tiny bit of cheesecake -! - last year the slice was double the size!!

This is the best cafe I’ve found in Brighton! Coffee is sublime! Food is so tasty and great vegan options! Decor makes a nice atmosphere.

I wanted to leave a review to express my appreciation of the consistency of the quality of the hot drinks made here- every coffee, matcha, hot chocolate etc I’ve ever had here has been beautiful 💜 I love this cafe’s selections of seasonal drinks- they’re stunning and it’s so nice to see so many creative options which offer something exciting and different to other places. My favourite to date is the blueberry latte, garnished with freeze dried raspberries! Closely followed by the spiced pear matcha ☺️ Great selection of cold drinks too and nice quiches. The ambience and decor of the many, many plants is gorgeous and the staff are friendly. This place is my go to when in town! ☕️💜✨

Since my hotel room was right above the cafe, I was there x times. The coffee is excellent and my salmon sandwich was top. The pastries are also great. The service is also super friendly. Absolutely recommended.

Such a beautiful cafe with a nice selection of coffee and cakes. Reasonable prices for coffee with a latte at £3.30. Wonderful atmosphere would recommend.

Super cool atmosphere, love all the plants and so many beautiful looking salads as well as other options. The cakes were amazing aswell, the ones we had were super tasty! Staff were really friendly and the cafe was in a great location right in the heart of the Brighton Laines!

Really nice cafe with great guiches, really friendly staff. Agree with other reviewer that it can feel a bit cramped with alle the plants & little hallways & steps, but I guess that is at the same time also the charm of the place.

Lovely cafe full of plants, character and cake! I had 2 very nice lattes, a spiced pear and a lavender one. Both were delicious, though the lavender was definitely the best of them, not too strong but you could actually taste the lavender (beats most I’ve had before!). For food I enjoyed a salad, hearty and wholesome it was very nice indeed, balanced out with a delicious carrot cake. The choices of cakes and drinks are pretty much endless, which is great, but a little overwhelming when trying to pick something else to order. Same goes for the plants, making the place, though buzzing, feel a little cramped. That being said, the garden is gorgeous and would be incredible in the summer. The staff were nice and service was decently fast, a great achievement given how utterly busy it was! Thanks so much, I had a lovely time!

Coffee is good and really nice place for pictures

Beautiful café with lots of vegan options. I had a peanut butter pretzel cupcake and an iced chai latte which were both amazing and reasonably priced. It can get a bit humid in the back seating area with all the plants though.

Top notch place. Quite inexpensive and amazing service. Food is extremely fresh and tasty. you will be coming back to this place.

Great location, best cakes you can find in Brighton.

Amazing coffee, food and service. I always come here for a tranquil break

Best tomato soup I ever had Highly recommended

Perfect experience. Best coffee ever 🤤

Always busy love the cakes and the veg options very freandly place.

Lovely breakfast & coffee for a good price with good service, great atmosphere, beautiful plants

Overrated, overcooked coffee and the worst tiramisu I've ever had in my life

A beautiful selection of cakes and so many vegan ones! The cafe is beautifully decorated and cosy too. The staff and excellent and friendly. Highly recommend a visit here.

Have been coming here for years and always satisfied with the service and quality of the products offered. Would highly recommend! It’s very cosy and both the cooked food and the pastries and cakes are great. Would especially recommend the basque cheesecake!

Ordered garden breakfast and a soft drink. On plus it was served super fast and sourdough bread was great. On the other hand, most of the ingredients on the plate were cold so I assume those might be prepared beforehand and assembled once ordered, a bit disappointing experience for this price. Nice interior, but might feel a bit cramped and overwhelming, if you prefer open spaces.

Really pretty cafe with a stunning range of cakes.

beautifully located cafe in the heart of brighton. lovely staff and a wonderful selection of drinks, food and cakes. would recommend!

Best breakfast in town. Korean girl at front desk very accommodating (not sure of name sorry!) great matcha latte, cakes worth trying too would highly recommend!

Wow. This is a beautiful venue and they've covered it with plants which, personal opinion, makes it even better. The staff are lovely and the food was amazing. I had the pancakes because I fancied it, thinking it would be a simple pancake stack but they were perfectly fluffy and had the perfect mix of crispy exterior and fluffy interior. I was looking at the other dishes brought out to diners and each one was a work of art. If you're debating going; just go.

I’ve been a loyal customer of Garden Cafe for the past two years, and it used to be one of my favorite places in Brighton. I would often come here and never had any issues until today’s experience left me feeling extremely disappointed. During today’s visit, my 10-month-old baby accidentally kicked the table, causing everything on it to fall. Unfortunately, one plate, two cups, and a pot of tea were broken. Accidents happen, especially with small children, but I was shocked when the owner charged me £25 for the damage. While I understand that broken items have a cost, I would have expected a bit more understanding, especially given how frequently I’ve supported this place over the years. As a business owner myself, I believe there’s value in maintaining good relationships with loyal customers, and this incident has left a sour taste. Because of how the situation was handled, I will not be returning to Garden Cafe. It’s sad to say goodbye to a place I once loved, but today’s experience changed that for me.

Several cheese cake types , very authentic & tasty cheese cakes. Matcha tea with coconut delicious & smooth.

"The Garden Café in Brighton is an absolute insider tip for a delicious breakfast, lunch or a relaxed brunch. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting - perfect for starting the day in peace. My personal favorite is the *Garden Breakfast* - simply delicious and always freshly prepared. The quiche and cheesecake are also incredibly delicious. No matter whether savory or sweet, everyone will find something to their taste here. The service is friendly and attentive, you immediately feel at home. I would highly recommend the Garden Café - a must visit when in Brighton!"

Beautifully decorated and good selection of food and drinks

There are some Korean employees and the cafe has a nice atmosphere.

Delicious food, some great vegan options and friendly staff, absolutely lovely setting! Thank you!

Thought I’d try this place after the reviews, experience was ok, nothing special. You have to get up to the till to order. The iced lattes we ordered were average. The beer wasn’t cold enough, would be nice if the glasses were chilled. It’s a nice atmosphere with lots of plants around

I love this cafe! They have a lot of vegetarian/vegan menus and food is very delicious. There are many house plants displayed inside, it gives us good vibes🍀 A hidden gem in Brighton✨

Very nice place full of plants and colors. I only came in for the espresso which is good and the food looks very tasty too. Courteous staff. Advise.

One of the most beautiful cafes I’ve ever been to! I’ve always walked past this place but never been in and I regret not visiting sooner! There’s a cute garden section at the back of the main cafe and more seating in their guesthouse section next door with sofas. Staff are so friendly and helpful (and were VERY patient when we were being indecisive). We ordered the salmon sandwich to share as we weren’t too hungry and they were huge and so filling. Very generous with the sandwich fillings and beautifully presented too. There’s also lots of fresh daily quiches and cakes to choose from the counter. I’d definitely recommend popping in here for a light lunch and I’ll be back to try drinks and the brunch!

This is my third time coming to the cafe and every time I’m here I just don’t want to leave. The atmosphere is amazing. The food is delicious. I had the salmon and halloumi on avocado and it was divine. The coffee cake is to die for. Whenever you’re in Brighton get down there. Shout out to the Esin and Riley for their amazing service

Such a pretty cafe with plants everywhere and delicious drinks and pastries!

Enjoyed the matcha latta, although it was very busy, service was fast and I enjoyed my drink. Banana bread was tasty too.Loved the plant decor. Will definitely be back

Small green oasis with good coffee and a large selection of delicious cakes, also great for vegans. The many plants create a relaxing atmosphere in the middle of busy Brighton. Very nice staff.

Lovely place - delicious cakes! A bit pricey though

Plants are pretty, server was lovely and food is 10/10

Needed to make a slight change of plan and ended up in front of this little gem of a cafe. Started with a coffee and a baby feed and ended up with a full on brunch. Pancakes and poached eggs were amazing and such a tranquil yet buzzing environment with lovely and friendly staff. Too notch!

I went here for breakfast and had avocado in toast and a decaf cappuccino. Both were delicious. The avo toast was different to how I normally have it, and I loved that. It was nice that they were doing something a bit different. I love the organic garden feel of the place with so many plants hanging above you. I would highly recommend and would go again.

Such a lovely cafe - really delicious food/cakes and a great aesthetic too. Highly recommend trying the quiches. And one of the best espresso martinis I’ve had (from someone who makes a lot at home!) Very friendly service too. Love this place 🌱

Beautiful cafe, a treasure in the laines. Very kind, helpful and efficient staff

The venue is beautifully decorated but the staff were frosty and the beverages were average at best. Didn’t make for a great experience. First time in a while I haven’t bothered to finish my drink.

Beautiful cafe serving delicious food. Despite visiting on a busy Sunday lunchtime, staff were attentive and friendly- helping us find a table and offering recommendations from the menu. Our food came quickly- it was delicious, fresh and beautifully presented. We stayed on for coffee- perfect flat white and amazing cakes... spoiled for choice. Will absolutely be making return visits.

Great atmosphere, healthy food and lovely coffee

This is such a lovely cafe. They sell plants and the interior is super cosy with plants all round and hanging from the ceiling. There are plenty of seats and they have lots of lovely desserts on offer. I tried a victoria sponge cake last time I visited and it was tasty and this time I tried a butternut quiche but it wasn't amazing, quite dry.

It’s a really relaxing place where you can recharge your batteries with all the vegetation. There is a wide choice of dishes, and also dessert. The products are really good quality, and the staff are helpful and friendly.

Beautiful cafe with lovely staff, all their rooms are very well decorated fitting to their name with plants hanging from ceilings. The food was nice and well presented, only with that they offered some vegan butter for the toast.

Good environment. They have a variety of cakes to choose. I ordered the lime + pistachio and is way too sweet for me. The cake was very moist. Quite an expensive cake.

Great place, delicious food, Attentive service, friendly staff. I highly recommend!..

Service was great, food came incredibly quickly but nearly £10 for a sandwich with nothing with it is ridiculous. Don’t get me wrong it was very nice but silly pricing. Also it’s very cramped you’re virtually shoulder to shoulder with the person next to you. The coffee was okay nothing super special but the cakes were not good. Very dry and the tiramisu was absolutely covered in cocoa powder. It was pretty much inedible.

Pat yourselves on the back.. excellent service and staff friendly selection of beverages and meals 😎😎

One of my favorite cafe. The drinks and food are delicious, excellent quality products, healthy options and wide variety of homemade delicious cakes. The staff is really nice. Love having my coffee in the middle of the beautiful plants. Make sure you get there early to secure table

Very cute spot - I had the rose chai latte and chocolate cake which were beautifully presented and delicious.

Beautiful place so much nature relaxes you

Best cafe in Brighton for sure! I’m a big fan of Burnt Pistachio (be careful, love at first bite) and Green Matcha Latte. Also atmosphere is AMAZING!

Coffee’s were ok but nothing special, ordered a dirty chai and a discoff latte, could not taste the difference between them, looked nicer than they tasted. Also ordered a slice of lemon cake which they forgot we ordered and we had to ask them where it was after already finishing the coffees. Limited seating available so ended up on the side of the street where there were lots of drunk people. Staff seemed like they were in another world as we couldn’t get any of their attention for ages, and when they did speak it was very hard to understand them.

Birthday Celebrations. Pistachio Cheesecake fits my Princesses bill

Lovely cafe!! We had some brunch menu, coffee and a cake, wonderful experience! The best coffee I've ever had and the cake was amazing too. The food is great, with loads of healthy options, and even looking beautiful! The staffs are always very welcoming, great atmosphere with lovely plants and decorations, highly recommend👏👏

Visited specifically for the basque cake, but it was a disappointment. The cake is too dry and doesn’t have much flavor. The pistachio one has rich pistachio flavor, but can’t rlly taste any cheese in it. Paying almost £6 for this isn’t worth it.

Very pleasant setting and cuisine, too bad the waiter who collects money at the entrance is not friendly

Excellent brunch full of flavour, great service and atmosphere. So happy I are here during my weekend in Brighton. It would be my local if I lived there full time. Highly recommend. Gem of a place😊

Stunning place, great atmosphere. Had a butternut squash quiche was delicious, if a bit cold in the middle. The bathrooms really let the place down - filthy when I visited and not particularly secure.

Best oat vanilla latte i ever had!

Had the salmon and fried egg sandwich plus the avocado toast with scrambled eggs. Service was swift! And the food was delicious! An excellent food place with beautiful ambience! Definitely one of the better cafes in Brighton.

This is my favorite Brighton cafe!! The quality is really good and the taste is so deep and delicious that it can't be compared to a franchise cafe!! The store and hotel are very pretty and I really recommend it!! In particular, barista Esin and barista Lucy make the coffee beautifully!! Really 5 stars in every way!!

Beautiful lay out with exciting spaces to explore, so much greenery! Loved it! Lavender latte was perfect tasting and looked like art! Peanut butter cheesecake was heavenly. BACK SOON!!!!

Probably the best coffee I’ve ever had, my boyfriend ordered the matcha and loved it! The staff are absolutely delightful and the interior is so fresh and beautiful.

BEAUTIFUL CAFE! Amazing treats, nice ambiance to enjoy your coffee & pastries. Most importantly amazing friendly customer service.

Lovely cafe. The vibe is perfect and highly recommended if you are up to catch up with a friend kind of things. Food was ok but the portion size is not aligned with the price range. If I pay 20£ for a brunch, I expect to go out feeling overwhelmingly full. It seems I am not the first review complaining about food portions so perhaps you can pass this on to your kitchen! Photo looks like a lot of food but it was mostly leaves, very little egg and only 2 bread slices very slim.

very cute café with some lovely lunch options as well! cute seating areas and lovely staff. I can recommend the mozzarella sandwich and the avocado toast.

Eye catching place that drew us in, our dining experience matched the wonder of the botanical atmosphere. Flavoursome soup and mouth watering quiche at reasonable prices and excellent friendly service. Great selection of melt in the mouth gf cakes too, wish we had this place in our town

Fantastic breakfast. We had garden breakfast and it tasted great and was freshly prepared. Highly recommended. The cappuccino was also good in taste.

10/10 FAVOURITE CAFE IN BRIGHTON! I travel a lot and been to a lot of coffee shops in the area but this has to be one of my favourite cafes ever with the most exceptional coffee and cake selection! Esin and Lucy being the sweetest and most politest baristas ever!! always greeting me with such welcoming and positive energy every time no matter the time of day and always giving 100% exceptional service every time without fail. I bring all my friends and family here and they too are impressed with how catering Esin and Lucy are!!! so if you are looking for a fantastic place for a coffee & a sweet treat in Brighton this is definitely a spot I recommend ! xxx