Based on 131 opinions finded in 1 websites
Based on 131 opinions finded in 1 websites
Nº 1495 in 1872 in Brighton and Hove
Nº 284 of 328 Other cuisines in Brighton and Hove
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We recently enjoyed a fantastic family roast at the railway and I have got to say it was superb. The roast was delicious, I had the beef and would highly recommend. The staff were excellent, nothing was too much trouble. Looking forward to our next visit 🥳 thank you Railway
Justine R . 2024-01-10
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We’ve been here a few times for food and drink,always a very prompt and professional service. We really like the food and atmosphere here and it’s always pretty busy,which is a good sign for an independent pub. No doubt we will be returning in the near future,keep up the good work.
markbV5887XT . 2023-11-22
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The Sunday Roasts here are fantastic, big portions aswell as being great quality. Plenty of options for kids too, and a big garden out the back. Will definately be coming again
Catherine W . 2023-07-18
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Travelled 200 miles to visit our grandson who has been ill. Took him for a pint only to find all but one tiny table reserved for the quiz. Squeezed around this table, which was fine, only to be told by (presumably) the landlord we had to move. Won't be going again
Judy R . 2023-07-01
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I came with a large party and 2 of us on my table had food. In both cases the food was quite tasty but very overpriced and poor value for money. My friend had noodles with barely any chicken in them. I paid nearly £9 for 2 tacos. We also had 2 medium glasses of rose for which my friend paid over £16. Too much. The pub is large, with friendly, efficient staff. It used to be reasonably priced but no longer
teresastales . 2023-06-02
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1. Lime chicken with chili sauce. This burger had a great potential with flavourings but unfortunately it was way, way, way over chili sauce. Could barely taste the lime chicken or the bread with the amount of chili sauce that smothered the top bun. Was also a lack of pickle topping. One tiny 50'p sized pickle slide is not enough for one burger. 2. The veggie burger was quite dry and plain tasting. This one was not only lacking a sauce (it has none, vegan mayo would been great), it was also lacking on the tomato and pickle department. 3. Serving burger and fries in a basket is a questionable move. Putting vinegar on my overcooked chips just meant I was getting it all over the table. Bar staff and service was great, can't complain there. Just things from the kitchen could use some solid improvements if I was to ever go back!!
MrUnstalkable . 2023-05-21
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Went with family for a roast on Easter Sunday. Food was amazing, one of the best roasts I’ve ever had. We all had a different meat and all of them were superb.
Vedder13 . 2023-04-10
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I used to love coming to this pub but these days it is trying far too hard. We met here with friends for lunch. The first thing that we noticed was that the top of the pub near the kitchen was freezing cold. Not sure why but we all had to wear our coats whilst we were there. Then there is the “fusion” food. So clearly trying to be original but the food didn’t deliver. Not one decent meal between 8 of us. The worst being the tacos and nachos with braised ox cheek. The ox cheek was weird. Cut like ham, sweet somehow and just strange and horrible. Rest of the food just lacked quality; the bao buns chewy and dry, burgers over cooked. This pub needs to get back to basics which made it such a lovely place a few years ago
NickQQQ . 2023-03-09
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We have been to the Railway Inn previously for different events and parties. We booked a 50th Birthday party and we had an amazing time! The function room is the perfect size, the staff couldn't have been more helpful and the food was absolutely delicious! If your looking for a party venue I would definitely recommend the Railway Inn!
traceysY3108OS . 2023-01-14
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Popped in for a quick drink and snack before a late afternoon appointment locally. Great service and perhaps the best chicken satay I’ve tasted locally for a while. Will be back to try out the rest of the menu soon !
Samk2012 . 2022-11-24
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Went on a Friday night which was very full (to be expected). We ordered food which was good quality, lots of vegan options too. You have to order at the bar even if only ordering food so it can take a while to get to the front of the queue to order as everyone is there to order drinks. Apart from that it was a great evening!
dazzasopes . 2022-10-10
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Very welcoming and friendly, had a great laugh at this pub, didn’t eat unfortunately but had the loveliest drinks. Thank you
anonymouse979 . 2022-08-25
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241 on burgers on a Wednesday, come most weeks, but tonight it wasn’t great! Everything so dry! The chips clearly cooked way before being served, dry hard and tasteless, burger again dry! Chicken burger dry! Bun toasted and dry!!!! No coleslaw as advertised and served in the most ridiculous plastic containers!! Love the pub but food is always hit and miss!
moomin42 . 2022-06-29
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All I can say what has happened ? A few weeks ago we had an amazing Sunday roast .. lovely fresh homemade roast potatoes (kept seeing trays fresh from oven making its way to be served ) and lovely fresh vegetables .. This week I was so disappointed the potatoes were either reheated or over cooked frozen .. vegetables soggy.. I wonder has the chef left ??? It is such a shame but regular customers notice .. and cannot be fobbed off with mediocre sub standard food we move on ...
denisesJ8591WJ . 2022-06-24
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Rubbish! Not in a hurry to return after today! Waited ages at the bar just to ask for the table to be cleaned and cleared. Then was told after ordering and paying that there was no pork belly left. Table that ordered after us got their food before us. Kids cutlery was dirty.
19firefox85 . 2022-05-29
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Visited today for Sunday lunch, 4 adults, 2 children. Kids meals fine, 1 veggie main which was good, Pork which was very dry and 2 lambs. Both Lamb meals were really fatty, swimming in gravy, so much so the plates were just a mess of soggy brown Matter, and inedible meat. Yorkshire puddings tasted of old oil, braised red cabbage which was swamped in the brown liquid. Roast potatoes not freshly cooked, and mushy and no green on the plate (but some orange purée) just tasteless, awful and inedible. Manager came to ask how it was, politely shared feedback, he took the plate and quite curtly said I can see some green, pointed to a tiny piece of green cabbage (which was boiled to death and covered in brown liquid) I questioned that’s surely not the vegetable compliment in its entirety. He walked off. He returned shortly afterwards to apologise about the food and his inappropriate response, saying I’d caught him at a bad time. He stated they never get complaints so he was surprised (trip advisor would suggest otherwise) He then offered to refund us for a side dish of cauliflower cheese! (cauliflower with grated cheese on which had been over cooked. No sauce to speak of) and he gave the 2 children an ice cream. Wasn’t about the money for us, but 3 hardly touched meals surely would have warranted a better response. Won’t be returning, overpriced, generic churned out food. On a par with a cheap carvery. Do yourself a favour and go elsewhere.
B8890VVemmam . 2022-05-08
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I went to the railway and ordered fish and chips. When mine came out the fish was pink so sent it back and said was under cooked. The bar staff bought it back out and said it was pink due to being near an artery and was fine.. The fish was a fillet so this was completely untrue and was shocked that they gave it back to me and would not take any responsibility. I said I was worried I would be ill as have stomach problems and they said I would be fine however I has stomach cramps all night and was ill I am really shocked that they were willing to serve under cooked food.
michellejR183ZV . 2022-05-08
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Visited today for the first time. A friendly & buzzing atmosphere with great pub food. Will def be back for more of your lovely gelato.
Coastal578089 . 2022-04-22
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We come here every week for the quiz. Had food here tonight as a treat. Food normally really good but tonight mediocre, not as tasty - looked throw together. Did tell the manger but not much was said. Better off going to kfc next time....
Mish121 . 2022-03-14
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Came for lunch on bank holiday Monday 3rd Jan, pub was very quite , they had a limited menu, but ordered my dad the fish and chips! Fish came out very overdone! Should have said at the time, but didn’t! Was really dry crisp batter,...
moomin42 . 2022-01-05
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good pub, good, clean facilities, nice beer and good variety of spirits. Bit clicky for me, but good if you bring your own friends. Very nice Roast Dinner, slow service the last time I ate, but worth the wait. has decent entertainment some evenings.
jimsE5820AC . 2021-10-03
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Booked a table for 7.30 pm with friends and there 14 year old daughter. Told have to be out by 8 as no children after 8. Apparently if we had a dog that would be ok. Maybe not so family friendly after all Shame looked...
Explorer381957 . 2021-09-29
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Had a lovely meal here with delicious food. I’d only booked for 2 people instead of 3 by mistake and they dealt with it without issue even though the pub was jam packed. Would thoroughly recommend and the margaritas were great too
tracypF1199CP . 2021-09-12
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We booked for Sunday lunch after a couple of recommendations and will definitely be back. Worth knowing that nearby parking restrictions are lifted on Sundays. We didn't over complicate it and both had the braised pork belly with crackling and all the trimmings and white...
K4863XLiand . 2021-08-22
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popped in after a long day at work at around 6pm. Usually not too sure on a roast at this time but wow it was SO delicious. Shout out to the chefs, that was a absolutely cracking roast! wellie had so much flavour and the...
louiseb24b . 2021-06-07
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Came tonight and the staff were very efficient and the safety measures were great, we visit this pub a few times a month but feel that the menu is way to poncy and has complicated ingredients! It’s all gone a bit fancy! The old menu...
moomin42 . 2020-10-07
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Arrived at the pub and greeted by a lovely girl who showed us to our table. She couldn't do enough for us which was wonderful. The problem was there was literally no social distancing in there! People walking around next to our table while we...
Rubydoo72 . 2020-09-05
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Went tonight with my Husband 2 boys and my oldest Girlfriend.Firstly we were seated at 7 pm next to some people who were very drunk and ok their choice until they start getting up in our faces.Direct In your face contact but they still kept...
alstarcaramics . 2020-08-24
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We visited on Sun 16th Aug, booked a table at this popular pub for a roast. Amazing roast dinner! I had the "Fat Controller", loads of veg, roast potatoes and 3 meats! The lamb was outstanding! The kids ate most of their child's roast (smaller/cheaper...
D1122AVMrH . 2020-08-17
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Booked a table a week in advance. Told there was an hour wait for food (bearing in mind this is during Eat out to Help Out so they should have a really good idea of exactly how many are coming and at what time to...
Rob D . 2020-08-17
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Came in for food and drinks Had a lovely meal and got talking to barmaid Megan , she is so friendly and welcoming gave us great knowledge of the gins . Will come again very soon xx
Brigh77777ton . 2020-03-13
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HUGE portions and a delicious dinner - group of 6 + a child attended on Sunday and we all had an amazing roast.
jodie2302 . 2020-02-24
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Menu is covered in spelling mistakes, food is awful, rude childish staff, would recommend staying well clear of this rubbish pub.
Colin M . 2020-01-07
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Lovely pub with excellent selection of beer and ales. Food is well priced well presented and with a good deal of choice and all of this at competitive prices in a great atmosphere and terrific staff.
Matthew P . 2019-11-30
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Seriously- best roast ever (: well done everyone involved! Staff really friendly and service fantastic!
Gina J . 2019-10-27
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A good visit here - food was delicious, bar staff were kind and friendly, and atmosphere was good. Would recommend.
TRTravelReviews . 2019-10-16
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Hosted a surprise party for my boyfriend’s 30th birthday in their function room at the back. The food was amazing and the staff were lovely and helpful. Great value for money would definitely host an event here again!
340helenaf . 2019-10-07
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Attended a pottery class in the back room of pub. Made a pot and painted a tile. Fabulous fun, good price. Pretty frontage (flowers) to pub welcoming you. Big inside. Different days have different offers on food. We arrived early to eat. Only when we had started the lesson, did we see that if you are attending a class, mention pottery at bar and receive 15% off. You also receive a free drink from a selection list. Chatting with others in group they told us that there is a retro night, quizzes, crafts all going on. Great stuff, hope to return soon.
Dizzydi_12 . 2019-09-21
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I’d popped into this pub a few times on a Sunday whilst waiting for a train and after the first time I saw someone’s lunch coming out I put this on my “list” of places to try out. The venue is right on the road opposite Portslade train station. There’s LOADS of seating, both inside & outside in there sunny garden. There’s also a little bit tucked around the side for kids to play.They’ve got a great selection of booze! It’s nice to go somewhere that’s not been taken over by one of the big pub groups which have a limited selection, which is sadly mirrored in all of their pubs *snore*The staff were really friendly and the service was speedy! This is SO important as far as I’m concerned as, again with quite a lot of pubs taken over by aforementioned pub groups, the staff are often a bit moody, slow, sometimes rude and basically need to learn what customer service looks like!Now. The food. I’d posted on my Instagram that I was going for a roast at the Railway and LOADS of my followers were telling me how good it was going to be and how I would not be disappointed... if I was scoring out of 10? I’m giving a solid 8. It was really good! Massive portion! The gravy was delicious and (very importantly) the roast potatoes were 10/10! Every other time I’ve SEEN the roast dinners, the Yorkshire puds were like towers. When we went I think we were just a bit unlucky, as they’d not risen and the bottoms were a bit pancakey... still good, but not fluffy enough. The pork option was ham hock. I usually always go for roast pork, unless they’ve run out, then I go down (my own personal) list to lamb (if no lamb, then the veg option, then beef and then chicken as a last option, in case you wanted to know). Ham hock is NOT what I want for a roast. Pork belly with crackling is the ideal. My companion had The Fat Controller, which gave a bit of all of the meat options. I can vouch that the lamb was the best option (in my opinion) and the ham hock was pulled/shredded. Nice, but not for a roast. The chicken was wrapped in smoked bacon. It was juicy and tasty. The beef was pink and delicious and the veggies were delicious! We had a side of broccoli gratin, which was a big portion between two. It was a little bit cold, so the cheese has set, but it was still really good and once I’d piled it on my plate and mixed it into some gravy, I didn’t care that it wasn’t as hot as it could’ve been.Our plates were cleared within 5 minutes of us finishing! A big win! I’m 100% going back to try the other options and hopefully get one of those enormous fluffy Yorkshire pudding I’ve seen.
Hove_Dweller . 2019-09-01
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We eat here very regularly both with and without our kids and The Railway is always the perfect venue. Great food, great service, fabulous drinks. They manage to keep a vegetarian, coeliac, four year old and baby happy - which is no mean feat! We often don’t bother going into Hove or Brighton to eat because what we get in The Railway is so good and fantastic value for money! Love their specials too - amazing variety for vegetarians and vegans.
Isy L . 2019-04-06
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This was only the 2nd time we have eaten in the pub since it became The Railway even though we have had drinks there on many occasions. Have to say it was really good food was great and reasonably price only small criticism staff were a little slow.
Maps798190 . 2019-01-23
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Ate here on a Monday evening in December.
HolidaymakerfromHove . 2018-12-17
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Had what was one of the best Christmas work do meals I have ever had.
DangerousDaveGreen . 2018-12-16
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We popped into this place just to quickly use the toilet from coming off the train after and hour and a bit journey.
hoodedvillian . 2018-11-26
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Great Pub, great staff, great food, great prices and lots of character and atmosphere. Food choices a little lacking but the bar makes up for this with beer and wine selection.
Matthew P . 2018-11-25
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Lovely food and atmosphere. visited with a couple of friends. Good music if a tad loud when trying to catch up, but will def visit again 😀
susie B . 2018-11-06
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Fantastic night great decor, service and atmosphere we had a trulely great time. The food was cooked and presented beautifully.
colinwm40 . 2018-11-03
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I ordered food and a Black currant squash and was shocked that they charged me £1.70 for a small amount of cordial with tap water. I joke and over priced. Not a good way to make customers happy.
JamesyCantona . 2018-09-22
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Very welcoming bar staff especially the young man who served us. We had a fish pie and burger and both were really tasty. On another occasion we had the Sunday roast and that was delicious too. Pub has a lovely relaxed feel with great staff. Definitely recommend this place.
fstuart . 2018-09-07
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Really family friendly, has a little play area at the back of the garden and a good kids menu. Amazing range of vegan and vegetarian options, good portion sizes too. Really recommend the deep fried nachos and the ice-cream which they make.
Pilson . 2018-07-29
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Can't believe I'm a local but it took me years to get round to actually visiting. Wonderful roast beef dinner with the best roasties and the place was buzzing! Would highly recommend. Thank you.
mrshmichael . 2018-05-28
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We were really happy when the Railway reopened as a decent pub after lliving on the borders of Hove / Portslade in a cultural desert for 12 years. I really like the pub and the food but just recently the child friendly attitude has got out of hand and driven us out. I completely understand why families should be allowed in but tonight there were unattended small chidren running in and out of the garden and bar, screaming and out of control at 7pm. Im sorry but this is not an enviornment for small children at this time of night, and it shouldnt be allowed, Bar staff need to be more strict or the rules should be clearer.
juliecully . 2018-04-16
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We had a lovely relaxing and long lunch here with friends on Saturday All the staff were lovely and the food was absolutely delicious. I had the ham hock which was superb. Lovely place great atmosphere. Deffo going back there.
mikenQ5005BL . 2018-03-11
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Its fantastic that there is finally a good pub in the slade but it is turning into more of a crèche!
Catherine K . 2018-01-23
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Visited the pub today for a roast with family. Three of us had the lamb and one had the pork which I have to say were absolutely delicious and plentiful. When our plates arrived they looked amazing topped with a very large yorkshire pudding.We also ordered two side dishes one of cauliflower cheese and pigs in blankets which were nice large portions. We would without hesitation come again. The staff were really friendly and efficient. The only complaint we had was that when the main door was opened it was really draughty and cold. We had our baby grandson with us and had to keep him covered in a blanket.Maybe the pub should consider putting a little inner porch or side panels as everyone that had tables booked near the door asked to be moved elsewhere.
Positano1987 . 2018-01-21
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Visited over the Christmas break, loved the decorations. Was nice to go out for a meal and bring the dog along. Fish was cooked perfectly and the burgers were massive!
lilmis_sunshine . 2018-01-17
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This was my second visit here. The first time was very average but the second visit was terrible. The ribs ny daughter had were greasy with lumps of gristle and the worst ribs I have ever seen. I had the vegetarian lasagne which was burnt on the bottom and overcooked and had no taste. Very over priced for all the food and the worst pub food, I have had. Will not be returning. The staff were very friendly and helpful as our order were mixed up and cancelled by mistake. A nice pub and if the food was improved, would be a nice place to visit.
Olivia035 . 2017-12-24
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Loved this place. Looks gorgeous from the outside and the inside to match!
Happyteapot13 . 2017-12-19
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Having lived in Portslade for many years, now moved to Southwick, I had never been in this pub. My partner went in about a month ago for 1st time with his mate and said the atmosphere was great so we should give it a try. I was really surprised. The pub is lovely inside and there is a huge garden area, some of which is under cover for those dreary winter evenings.
louria . 2017-11-02
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Good pub, average food which was mostly all overcooked and the Spicy Buffalo Wings, which are generally spicy with sauce over them were just fried dry wings with no sauce on them at all. Not recommended for food. Could have been a one off chef day, but the 3 dishes I tried were not fit to pay for.
Mark J . 2017-10-27
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Nice people....too many tables packed in and after 40 mins wait had a cold dinner which was poor...tough beef....overall not very good
tamos123 . 2017-10-23
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Really nice pub with friendly staff. If you are going for drinks I would definitely recommend. Food wise through we won't be going back. We initially went for Mothers Day having the roasts which we weren't impressed with at all but put it down to them being extremely busy.
marlonw364 . 2017-06-26
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To be honest this is a great pub for the location. The nachos are the best as there not your normal nachos. However the only downfall is the tables they need a good scrub as they are always so sticky!
Kelsbels69 . 2017-05-28
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I have been here a few times as there are not many even half decent pubs in the area, Wednesdays are 241 on the burgers, but they are of such poor quality that one has to admire their front at selling them for full price on other days.
ddfelsmuli . 2017-03-30
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I have eaten here a few times and have always opted for the burgers as they are amazing. A massive fan of the classic with cheese and bacon, the burger is fully loaded - it takes some manoeuvring to fit it in your mouth! Not shy with the chips either - they shovel them on the plate.
SLT78 . 2017-02-17
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Place is done out really nice, Sunday lunch was lovely, different veg than usual which was a nice change. Service disappointing though, at these prices (£13.95 for a lamb dinner and £4.50 for 5 stuffing balls YES £4.50!) you would think at least there would be some table service for taking your food order!! Instead even for our table of 10 it's stand and queue at the bar trying to remember what all 10 want, alla wetherspoons, madness really. If they can up their game and sort this side out it will be a real winner....
Jonnybs . 2017-02-09
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First visit here with friends who recommended this pub. It was a Saturday night and was fairly busy. Children are allowed till 8pm. Food looked good but we were only having drinks. It gradually quietened down and we were the last to leave around 1.30am. Good staff who seemed pleasant including door staff. Will be back.
RichardPowell42 . 2017-02-05
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I've been to the Railway Inn for drinks before but tonight was the first time i've eaten there and I wasn't disappointed!
Clayts1234 . 2016-12-26
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Food was really bad, aubergines were like trying to tuck into an old boot and burger was one of the worst tried in a long time. Jalapeño coriander coleslaw made from jarred jalapeño and some dried coriander. Not what the website led us to believe. Very over priced as well as noisy. An experience as rough as a badgers crack.
Sapere A . 2016-12-23
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Great pub, staff, food, venue. Highly recommended. We eat here every Sunday, the roasts are amazing!
ddrake79 . 2016-12-13
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The specials menu looked very nice and I chose the goat's cheese souflee. My partner chose the sea bass from the main menu. It was for a late lunch and the place was really empty - I think we were the only customers at one point. Food took over 20 mins to arrive - fair enough if cooked from fresh, but my souflee was not very good and smacked of frozen - the egg was rubbery & the cheese not melted, so I was disappointed. My partner enjoyed his meal (although it was rather scant).
siren107 . 2016-10-18
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Really good food and great value for your money and the size of the portions are huge. Will be going back but this time be aware of the size of the portions, si will starve myself for the day
stunkel . 2016-10-01
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As a 'traditional' pub offering a menu this is EXCEPTIONAL, I rate this as one of my best ever pub food experiences - in the UK and my best food experience in Brighton - period.
sleazymichael . 2016-09-17
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The place was bustling on a weekday night. We went for starters and mains. My starter was particularly good, broad bean, pea and brie balls. Mains were fine although my partner said he could have done with a few more chips with his steak.
Nelliekay . 2016-09-16
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Fifteen of us went last night and we had a great time. It was 2 for 1 on the burgers which was amazing value. Great selection to choose from and even impressed with the burger bun which was so fresh and light. Considering it was a Wednesday after a bank holiday weekend the pub was buzzing with a great atmosphere. Lots of seating but booking is recommended.
sarahmM8967FU . 2016-09-01
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This is the email that I sent to the Railway Inn Hi we are just in the door after having lunch at the Railway Inn. I am going to post on trip advisor about our experience. Firstly you have signs saying that children should be supervised at all times we sat outside and had absolutely no peace there were 4 children running around shouting climbing on the tables and barging past me to get into the end carriage of the train that is in the garden. I stopped the kids and was met with cheeky retorts and rude behaviour. I informed a girl staff member she was wearing glasses and had purple / blue hair. She told me she couldn’t ( wouldn’t) do anything as she didn’t know who the parents were. I told her they were the DJ’s kids and she shrugged her shoulders…..! I work in customer service and when a customer has an issue I deal with it in the end I had to go to the parents myself and complain they removed the children from the garden. You have a duty of care to ensure that all the people who come to your pub have an enjoyable experience. Today my family and myself did not have an enjoyable time at your pub. Our children were supervised at all times and behaved themselves impeccably. The food was not that good either the children had the chicken roast kids meal, the chicken was awful so dry they couldn’t eat it. My pork was super salty and very oily the whole dish swimming in grease I couldn’t finish it my husband had the beef which was “alright” but nothing to rave about. Overall experience would be a 2 out of 10 which is down to complacency of staff to deal with customer issues and the food quality not being up to our expectations. Feedback to you today would be to implement your rules about supervision of children and not let parents sit and drink inside whilst their offspring perform gymnastics over the garden furniture. Staff need to be trained to deal with issues affecting your clients enjoyment and last but not least the food quality wasn’t great. I hope that you take this onboard and to be honest we won’t be back I haven’t done this to get a “free meal “ to be honest I cook a much better meal at home and would save us £60+ into the bargain.
Lynn K . 2016-08-28
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A venue transformed. I was visiting my parents in Portslade and it was decided that we would visit this pub for a Sunday roast before I drove back to Oxfordshire.
dan802015 . 2016-08-07
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Amazing, food was spot on staff were very pleasent and beer garden is beautiful, a great place to spend the weekend!
jimj0hns0n . 2016-05-09
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Coming from Brighton and Hove, I will stay there next time as there are much better pubs. Nachos were deep fried flour tortillas and incredibly greasy. Guacamole didn't appear to be home made. I had the 'salt and pepper squid' which wasn't nice at all. It didn't taste of salt and pepper and was absolutely covered in batter which tasted old. Squid itself was rubbery. If you want proper salt and pepper squid go to The Urchin in Hove. Husband had a burger which he said was quite nice but the chips were absolutely covered in salt. The kids meals were also covered in salt and when we asked the waitress to give feedback to the chef that they shouldn't put so much (if any) salt on kids food she clearly didn't get our point. Staff were friendly otherwise though.
52Jen . 2016-05-03
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Having heard so much about them since their refurb, decided it was time to give it a go,
sharon b . 2016-05-02
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Went to the Railway for lunch with the family. We were surprised by the smart interior and lovely furnishings and then further surprised by the appetising menu. The food was way above our expectations. We shared a large plate of the nachos, which were probably the best nachos I've ever eaten and I also had the soup of the day which was served with delicious bread. The fish pie was also incredible! Everyone else in our party ordered a burger (they have many variations) and all raved about them! Will definitely be returning soon!
485amiet . 2016-04-17
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Born & bought up in Portslade and seeing what a grotty pub this was for years I was somewhat sniffy about the recent makeover. It took me a long time to actually get through the door and I wish I had gone sooner.
Nelliekay . 2016-04-16
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I went to the Railway Inn last night for dinner and the food was INCREDIBLE! Took quite a while to decide on what to have as the menu all sounded so good but went for a halloumi burger with chips and coleslaw which really was delicious! Will definitely be going again!
Marthammm . 2016-04-15
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I went to The Railway Inn last night and had an amazing Haloumi burger! A pile of delicious mushrooms and cheese with a healthy portion of chips! Wonderful, will get the battered Haloumi next time, that looked great too! YUM
Liz_Lock_India . 2016-04-15
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This is the the only place in Portslade that i will actually make a destination.
CAT_SVEN . 2016-03-29
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Me and my boyfriend visited here last night, it was his third visit and my first. Layout was lovely, food was absolutely amazing and service was great. My boyfriend had the fish pie and I had the Special House Burger and both meals were perfect. I couldn't fault anything at all, we will be returning on a regular basis and recommending to everyone!
OfficialEatDrink . 2016-03-15
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Have some friends down from London 50 + age group I was trying to find a place for us to go out as there is quite a young group is clubs and pubs around Brighton but the Railway Inn was a fantastic night out great food bar staff was lovely would definitely recommend this plant Pub the over 40s age group especially the Disco night a rock roll night what is every fortnight but telephone to see if anything else is on there
dawnbZ2428EU . 2016-03-14
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Fantastic, tasty meal in perfect surroundings, best dinner we have had in ages. The squid my son had was absolutely delicious and so tender. My husbands steak was cooked exactly as he asked for and the pork belly I chose was fabulous.
kate3boys . 2016-03-12
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We live locally but hadn't been to the Railway Inn before.Very busy, great atmosphere and very good food. Only reason for not giving 5 stars was the very loud DJ - we will definately go back but will probably avoid Friday nights.
Bramejat . 2016-02-27
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What a pleasure to have such a warm and welcoming place to visit for food or simply a drink. The staff can't do enough for you. There is always a wide variety of food on offer which is always cooked fresh. If you want to change any part of a fish that is not a problem.
Vixter464 . 2016-01-24
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Popped in to try the 'Breakfast Club' and had the Fat Controller (full English) and it was one of the best I've ever had. Really good quality ingredients (not a 'Value' sausage in sight), all cooked perfectly and great value for money! There are plenty of other breakfast treats on the menu as well as veggie options. Definitely going back!!!
Bigjimmy4646 . 2016-01-24
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The Platform Room at The Railway Inn was such a fantastic space for our event. We held our wedding day tea time party at The Platform in November 2015 and were absolutely delighted with the room and the Landlady's kind efficiency. The space is brilliant - stylishly decorated, has a super mezzanine floor with some extra tables. In the main area there is a staffed bar and room for buffet tables and standing and some seating for all of us (60 odd guests and a three piece band) plus access to the garden area. The space really does have a great atmosphere and looked wonderful all dressed up and ready to party. We provided the bunting and lights and, thanks to Landlady Zoe's super energy and fab decorating talent, the space looked superb and had just the right atmosphere for our celebrations. Bar staff were friendly and efficient. The catering was fab and Zoe made sure everything ran smoothly and to plan. Zoe is an ultra efficient organiser and couldn't have been more helpful. Thoroughly recommend this lovely space and look forward to holding our next special event there. Why would we go anywhere else!? A very special afternoon.
jamorley . 2016-01-24
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So I was having a bit of charity shop mission in Hove and Portslade and started to feel flakey and needed some substance to continue with my marathon shop.
Victoria G . 2016-01-24
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I ate here twice over Christmas and was impressed. The first night, the pub was packed and the food was served on time and was delicious.
wondercatUk . 2016-01-16
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Absolutely fantastic, the ever changing food menu always great and tasty, lots of choice and caters for vegetarians and gluten free diets.
Ronald S . 2016-01-13
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Popped in to see the Railway's 'Breakfast Club' 10:20h, Saturday 9th Jan on a trip from London to see a local friend.
Michael101101 . 2016-01-09
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Was good - food came slow - kids meals were good price / quality (pizza could have been better) - our hamburger and ravioli were good - liked the really relaxed and warm atmosphere - good floor!
hanskeijmel . 2015-12-29
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We were a party of 9 & I apreciate it was very busy but the service was very slow & when the food eventually came it wasn't up to standard. Some of the dishes were too salty with undercooked spinach & undercooked vegetables. The 2 childrens meals ordered were covered in tomato sauce which wasn't requested, I wouldn't bother eating here again.
Shaun G . 2015-12-26
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We turned up fairly late in the evening on the with no pre-booking and in honest truth was not hopeful that we would get any food. But we were pleasantly surprised with the options that they had for a Sunday roast even at 5pm. My self and the misses had the veggie/Vegan options, She had the home made Vegan sausage's, which put to shame all over any store brought we have tried to date( wish I had had these myself!) I had a tofu and walnut terrine. We shared a pumpkin and cauliflower cheessee, oh-ma-jheezzz it was amazing. The staff were friendly from entrance to exit. The beer and wine selection was vast considering it was portslade. Brewdog and other craft beer on tap plus many other crafts in bottles. Then the Deserts I had mince pie tart with ice cream and the lady had baked browine with ice cream. We were far to stuffed at this point but didn't regret making our self's feel like are stomachs were to explode as the desserts were amazing. To be honest I'm starting to salivate now a little thinking about them. So to summarise EAT HERE its not to pricey, beer and wine is good and a fair price, the staff are super friendly and the food is off the hook!!!
Comcap . 2015-12-08
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the food was very very good the staff are lovely the atmosphere was wonderful. a good place for every one and occasion
Alex B . 2015-12-05
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