The Blue Man Restaurant in Brighton and Hove

This pretty little restaurant is situated perfectly in the North Laines, lit up by night with sparkly coloured lights. The decor is traditional North African & boasts qwerky colourful pictures & ornaments giving it a real authentic vibe. We were welcomed by Maria, a super friendly server who makes the best cocktails. The food was so tasty, all freshly made & piping hot served in traditional crockery. Hands down, the best Tagine I've ever tasted. All reasonably priced & perfect portions. I will 100% be returning. A real Brighton gem 😊😋

Amazing food and friendly staff. The food is superb! Thoroughly recommend! A Brighton gem! Best location!

Absolutely delicious. I had a spicy chicken wrap, with very tasty salad. My wife really enjoyed her chicken tagline. Fantastic Service from Maria & her male colleague, super friendly. Also good to see Majit The boss, who we already knew.

6 out of 5. Excellent small plates bursting with flavour. A perfect sanctuary from the crowded Laines. Beautiful decor and the music suited the venue. Definitely recommend a visit m.

Had the most amazing evening at the Blue Man in Brighton laines. Highly recommend choosing from the kemia selection, delicious, well presented North African flavours. After being to all the blue man’s over the years in Brighton I’m delighted that it has returned better than ever. Had a few small nibbles and four kemias from the menu to share as two people and ended with a superb espresso martini. Fantastic location, excellent service & delicious flavoursome food.

Wow nothing short of fabulous found by accident, from opening the door to find a warm embracing atmosphere of coziness and laughter I knew this was going to be different but devine and how right i was-a little teaser shot of quirky freebe nutritious palate cleanser to small plates of heaven from Algeria, it was like discovering opera for the first time. Service was discreet and wonderful, I just think I found the hidden gem of Brighton.

Great night at the blue man’s new North Laine location in Brighton- food and service was excellent, will definitely recommend

Beautiful interior, taking you to North Africa, cozy, great playlist too. The food is excellent, based on Algerian family recipes. Staff are also super friendly. Overall I can’t fault it.

New location in Brighton. More interesting, intimate & vibing. Gloucester Street by La Choza & Fatto Mano. My solo date tonight was smashing. Maria & staff were so friendly & it felt like family. The food is out of this world. This is the best place to be on trend and for many moons to come.

Friendly, welcoming staff, lovely chilled atmosphere, excellent music being played and fabulous food. Loved it. Wish I lived closer.

Booked online Had 3 confirmation emails through quandoo Arrived at 7.45 for our table of 8 Restaurant Closed down!! Nowhere else available at such short notice to celebrate our wedding anniversary!! Shambles Adding insult to injury i received a 4th email today to review our...

We were over from jersey for the weekend and I booked before I came based on the reviews . We were there Valentine's night 14/2/20 I had lamb of just melted in your mouth Wine was a lovely Italian red reasonable price I have recommended...

We found this place and thought the menu looked very authenic. We were greeted by a lovely lady who was very friendly. The restaurant was decorated in a authentic North African/Algerian style, however, the music did not match the style. We didn't expect to have...

Very nice, well decorated setting, good service and pretty nice north-african food which makes for a good change. It does feel slightly over-priced though.

Really enjoyed this restaurant.... will definitely try to return. Algerian Restaurant..... good atmosphere.... the staff were very attentive.... My wife and I had three courses, several beers and the bill was around £80 - fantastic value for money.

We had our (small) wedding reception here on Saturday.I cannot rate these guys enough for their excellent service, food, and for being so accomodating!

Some of the food was ok. The vegan food was terrible, so bland. The manageress was rude and has a bad attitude. But the worse thing was the fact that they added £70 of drinks to our bill that we did not have! They took...

We popped in here for a drink and decided to come back after the warm welcome we’d had. We tried a number of small plates including the goats cheese and the spicy chicken, all we delicious and beautifully presented. We’ll definitely come back for a...

Great North African food with plenty of choices for vegetarians. Lots of mezze dishes and tagines to choose from . Lovely house wine. Staff are lovely, decor is cosy and authentic. Just love it.

The lovely staff here found a spot for us and our dog on a fully booked new year’s eve. A much appreciated warm welcome on a cold winter’s night. Delicious North African food - think merguez spicy sausages, shakshouka, and tagines - and tasty cocktails....

8 friends out for something different to eat before a concert at the Brighton Centre (about 10 minutes walk away so no problem). Top things; great food, really great staff, very nice decor. Top tip the Tapas platters have lots of different flavours and textures...

Went to The Blue Man for a late Saturday lunch and were the only customers. Despite the lack of clientele the food and service was very good. Definitely worth a visit.

The ambience, the decor, the welcoming and attentive staff, the absolutely delicious food... we will definitely be visiting there again very, very soon.

We popped in for a quick drink. Really friendly and cosy atmosphere. We had a table reservation elsewhere and were very tempted to stay here. The food looked and smelled wonderful and so looking forward to a return visit to eat. Would be a great...

We ordered a selection of starters and light bites rather than a full on meal.The food was fab, really very delicious. The goats cheese with honey and nuts i could eat over and over again!!! staff were friendly and we didn't have to wait long...

We had a great experience of flavour and North African culture. Amazing food and sevice second to none. Would strongly reccommend

One Lamb Shank and a Butternut Squash with goats cheese as our mains -wow. So tasty and well prepared. The decor is fantastic, cosy and welcoming. The charming waitress was helpful, knowledgable and played great music. A great night out with fantastic tastes.

Was recommended by a friend to try this place and I am glad I listened. The food was great and was served by Lloyd who made the night even better will be telling all my friends to visit.

North African food excellent, wine reasonably priced and friendly staff. Value for money in laid-back surroundings. A real Brighton treat. Bill and Heather Randall

This place has a vibe and is nice and clean and good prices, staff was fantastic and food was delicious. Will go back again soon when i visit brighton

Had dinner here last night. Had the haloumi salad and the special lamb shank. The salad was ok - not quite as tasty as I might have imagined. The lamb shank was exceptional. Almost gave this place 5 stars but the ordering was a little...

Wonderful pan fried hake & couscous. Small but good selection of wine. Very good service.Great decor, interesting vibe

I paid £19 for a vegetarian plate of two fried halloumi, baby portion of aubergine stew and 3 falafel and 1 pitta bread sliced into 5. Completely over priced and under staffed and just terrible. Nice plates though.

Ate here recently as a solo dinner. The service was excellent and the two servers were caring and ensured I had everything I needed. I had the lamb tagine. I have had it in Morocco and this was not far off, great taste and excellent...

We love the new Blue Man building, the decor is fabulous. It’s small but perfect, four of us found the wonderful round table, a great size for food and chatting, with comfy chairs and cushions. Staff very smiley, tentative and great taste of blues folks...

Having had a dreadful experience at a place just up the road, this place was a' lets just look and see'. I am so glad we did. The food was really beautiful and authentically north african - Algerian I believe. The atmosphere was amazing and...

Really nice decor, friendly welcome as before in a really stylish new venue. Well priced drinks, will be back to try the food on the inviting menu soon.

Such a comfortable, relaxing atmosphere with an excellent play list and lovely, accommodating staff. Will be going back.

We stopped here for a drink & decided to eat too. The mulled cider was lovely. Staff were friendly & attentive. Food was OK but could have been better. The Sardine rillets were basically mashed sardines with spices on top of krisp rolls - a...

I arrived to the restaurant to have dinner with friends. While i was waiting i realized the music was too loud to have a conversation with the people sitting around a table. The people sitting at the next table had to shout to each other...

Had a weekend in Brighton and ended up at The Blue Man on a cold night. Great atmosphere, welcoming staff with a great selection of gins. Will definitely return.

Warm, welcoming atmosphere. Nicely decorated to create those North African vibes. I'd go there again just for the 'cheesy Algerian dumplings' - really delicious with a great lightly spiced, dip on the side. We also had the bread and dips, zalouk (aubergine stew) and meat...

This beautifully styled, welcoming and delicious eatery in Brighton is a place you definitely don't want to miss out on. I ate there last night (a Saturday early evening) with a friend who was equally as enamored as me about this AUTHENTIC and RELAXED restaurant...

The food here is very tasty and its our 1st time tasting Algerian food. We where made to feel so welcome from as soon as you walked in - till you left. The décor is fab through out the place right up to the loo`s...

Great find, fun manager with excellent service skills, fab food. Whole place warm and welcoming, right up to the loos.

We had a stroll through lanes in Brighton and found this great little restaurant by chance, we had a great meal, both had the lamb tagine which was excellent, with reasonable prices, will look forward to visiting again.

We came here to meet some friends who had recommended it. There was no space upstairs so we went down the stairs to the more chilled area which has lots of low tables and stool-type chairs. I would have preferred slightly higher tables in this...

We were expecting something special looking at the reviews on Trip Advisor. The restaurant is lovely, really nicely decorated and intimate. Unfortunately that’s about it. The service was very slow, we waited ages for our first course. The portions were small and the food (we...

This is a real gem of a restaurant. The food was beautifully presented,fragrant and very tasty. The staff were very friendly,the decor lovely and we cant wait to visit again.

Nous avons très bien mangé à ce restaurant qui offre une cuisine délicate et attentionnée remplie de saveurs. Tout ce...

Yet another reason to shun the city centre and seek out this gem of a restaurant in trendy Kemptown. It's intimate and authentic ... run by people who clearly know Moroccan/Algerian food, and how to bring it to the table beautifully presented and exquisitely flavoured....

Very good place for quick nutritious food. I had the Blue Man Wrap with falafel and it was great! Beautiful and hearty downstairs area. Really liked it!

The food served at the Blue Man is simple yet complex, reflecting the tastes of the North Africa seemingly effortlessly. Not a crumb was left on anyone's plate! The ambience is low key, with lots of decorations whisking you away to the Mahgreb. Service was...

Simply amazing Out of the blue!! Came the blue man from The first try I knew it was going to be brilliant

Really enjoyed the ambiance of The Blue Man. Staff made us feel very welcome. Would/will definitely come back when we visit Brighton again in a couple of months.

The restaurant is beautiful, inviting and warm. Each table is decorated with a beautiful lantern and the decor is typically North african. The toilets have their own charm with every detail covered, really lovely. My husband and I went early for dinner and therefore found...

Although Blue Man aka Magic has been in Brighton for decades, I am ashamed to say I have only just tried his food! Generally North African, the food is hearty but healthy. Good choice of starters and nibbles and mains ranged from pigeon to vegan...

We have been fans of the Blue Man in all its incarnations but the new restaurant has a beautiful evocative décor and the food is superb. Staff were very attentive and the immediate offer of fresh water was much appreciated. We will definitely return again...

This is the perfect hidden and somewhat delightful gem. I was only in Brighton for three days, but two afternoons we frequented The Blue Man cafe bar. The ambience is lovely and matches the scrumptious wedges, samosas and wine. If only I had The Blue...

The food here is authentic African cuisine with an atmosphere and decor that compliments the food perfectly. The staff here are very friendly and have great knowledge of the menu. It's great value for the money when you see the thought out presentation of the...

We booked for a 50th birthday. The food and the staff were amazing! We were so well looked after! Cannot recommend this lovely place enough! Looking forward to going back for more! Thanks again!

I have just discovered an amazing North African restaurant in Brightons Kemp Town and I urge you to take the time to visit. A small Victorian terrace building in Manchester Street, luring passersby in to a warm, colourful, atmospheric interior, nicely decorated with colourful ceramics...

Visited last night for a meal with my partner. Absolutely blown away by the food. I called ahead as I have a dietary requirement and they were great at accommodating without any fuss. All of the food was just beautiful, perfectly cooked, amazing flavours and...

We were recommended to try this restaurant for its food and atmosphere to celebrate an early girly Christmas. The atmosphere was warm, welcoming & relaxing. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable about the menu, and the food was incredible. Every bite was delicious. Thank you!

Service was absolutely amazing, from starter to dessert I was very impressed. The whole journey made me feel like I was in Algeria, highly recommend me and my family loved it and will be returning.

One of the best places i have ever been. We had a great experience with the stuff (males) but after when the shift(females) changed the atmosphere went cold and we could felt the difference ! Very nice experience , ordered food ( didn't like it...

Really one of the best restaurants I've ever been to in my life! Great service, food had a rich taste and lovely presentation. All in all a wonderful dinner, would recommend and would go again.

I was introduced to this restaurant by a friend. It’s quaint, quiet and has a cosy atmosphere. The staff were very welcoming and knowledgeable. The food was delicious and the service was attentive. A definite must for any occasion!

From memory I think this used to be called The Electric Grape back in the day- so for those Brightonians who were trendy in the 80s - visit purely for nostalgia Situated in Queens Road -not far from the clock tower- makes it ideal for...

My 3rd visit to this atmospheric and friendly restaurant. There is a good range of choice on the mouth watering menu. A pure delight of North African cuisine... Thoroughly Recommend a visit and a definite 10 out of 10

Stumbled across this restaurant after the burning of the clocks. Located on Manchester Street a short stroll from the sea front. The restaurant is on 2 floors both very cosy and inviting and decorated in the North African style. Staff were welcoming and attentive and...

We arrived in Brighton this afternoon and stumbled upon this gem. The lamb tagine was superb. The two ladies running the floor were delightful and made us feel so welcome. Everything about this restaurant was fabulous! Thankyou for making 5 Aussie’s only night in Brighton...

Visited with my sister in law and had the lamb tagine. The place is lovely and cosy with amazing decor. The service was impeccable and the staff so friendly and accommodating. Will definitely be going back to try the other dishes.

We decided to eat the vegetarian starters and main meals. The food had great consistency, lovely mixture of tastes and was beautifully served. I can't wait to try the meat dishes next time I go! Also they played music that suited the environment and gave...

Everything about this place is beautiful! A must try if you're in Brighton! Me and my partner were blown away by how wonderful and unique the Blue Man is and have been back twice to dine since first discovering it two months ago. It's like...

I went with my girlfriend for a date night. Found the restaurant to be very cozy. The waiting staff were very attentive and friendly and I was impressed with how comfortable I was made to feel. For drinks and starters I ordered the house white...

The atmosphere in the restaurant was warm and welcoming, the staff were lovely and perfectly attentive. I absolutely loved the decor, all the lanterns and trinkets really added to the feel of the place. My starter was delicious, I never knew halloumi went so well...

This is my first ever review of a restaurant and I'm so glad to write it on the Blue Man. The night was cold and blustery but the welcome was warm and the restaurant cosy. The restaurant is decorated in an opulent north African style....

My girlfriend, friend and myself had a gourgous feast at the Blue Man, I started with the crab with a succulent red pepper coolie! The dish was sooo tasty i could have eaten 10!! I then went to tuna steak for my main, it was...

So loud I could barely hear myself talk. Nice atmosphere, Good drinks, especially the Gin and Rum selection. Seating a bit cramped, Wouldnt recommend for anything beyond a visit with some pals..

Amazing food, lovely atmosphere and extremely friendly staff !!! We both felt very welcome. Definitely will visit again :)

Fabulous restaurant.. food is imaginative and yummy. Definitely recommend to all, we will be back! We have been to the blue man bar previously and enjoyed the North African food this takes it to the next level for a great evening out.

I'm already a big fan of The Blue Man Bar, so I couldn't wait to check out the restaurant. I expected the food to be good, and it was delicious! The atmosphere is great, too- it's simultaneously sophisticated and cosy; the staff are friendly and...

I enjoyed this place so many times before today that it has been a shame how we were treated. Today a group of friends went to enjoy a nice drinks and board game as usual to Blue Man, it was busy and the only table...

We have always loved The Blue Man Bar so were excited to try the Restaurant and we were not disappointed. The food here is amazing (the olives are HUGE !) gorgeous cosy setting, great attention to detail for everything, waitress was lovely and the cleanliness...

The halloumi apple and honey starter was one of the best dishes I've had in a long time! My friend who had the wood pigeon said the same too! Overall had such a nice evening and the atmosphere was really chilled and the music was...

Very good food and lovely atmosphere. I Really enjoyed the dumplings and goulash. Highly recommended.

Hidden away on just off St James Street on Manchester Street is this little gem of a restaurant. I have been here twice now and I absolutely love it. The food is fresh, full of flavour and beautifully presented. Wine connoisseur's will be happy with the excellent selection available. It is obvious how much care and attention as gone into this place from the get-go. From the cosy and inviting feel of the place to the friendly and attentive staff. They haven't missed a trick. Highly recommended!

Well what an absolutely marvellous experience we had here. We're big fans of the Blue Man cafe/bar already so we knew we weren't going to be disappointed. We arrived to a warm welcome by the lovely staff, who continued to be friendly, informative and attentive...

We went as a big group, 12 of us, for dinner and had a really lovely evening. We had a big room upstairs allocated for our party, with the same very friendly waiter from start to finish, giving us recommandations and being very attentive the...

Such a beautiful little jem in the heart of brighton, so nice to find an independent restaurant with the most perfect service and food! Started off with the merguez sausages and loved it!! Highly recommend the tagines to get a taste of the real North...

Want to get away from the usual pub fare? This is the place to visit. Delicious platters with humus, dips, pitta bread,haloumi cheese sausages etc. The lamb tagine was not excellent though, but well worth a visit to this place.

Surprisingly good bar as in Main tourist drag from station.Very cosy and friendly , decor tends to put off the beer monsters so a good relaxed crowd inside. Loads of interesting North African related pics and ornaments on walls add to the great vibe inside .Great place to go and chill , haven't tried food yet but heard it's very good . Good hiding place from high street hordes.

Beautiful bar, alternative atmosphere you could be in another world. That is good in Brighton. Seats a bit uncomfortable but plenty to look at nice drinks etc., seats outside for a ciggie.

Estuve con un grupo de amigos mientras que pasar el fin de semana en Brighton. Qué lugar fabuloso! Decoración moderna y los cubiertas de chismes teteras colgando del techo. Acogedor, amable, la comida fantástica, tantas opciones en el menú. Después de comer disfrutamos de su impresionante selección de tablas de color, juegos y volver cambio un Jenga Battleships y a refrigerados. sobresaliente

Qué gran lugar! "tagine" en un boozer! No me equivocaba en lo que a mí respecta. El personal era estupendo, muy amable. Tenía el cordero y el Malbec, preciosa. Delicioso y dos chicas me preguntaron si yo nunca apretamos una de frailecillos, que se sumaba a la experiencia.

Yesss lovely place this is, amazing inside. Totally relaxed and welcoming feeling in here, great selection of liquor, atmosphere spot on, great people, food amazing. Just everything is done right, great.

Great atmosphere, wonderful staff and superb cheesey balls. Cannot recommend this place more highly for either a quiet drink with friends or for a few drinks in the evening.

My partner and I attended a Word Smith event at The Blue Man and really enjoyed ourselves. It was a different scene for a Thursday evening after work.

Well.. what can I say about this charming Cafe/Bar. The coffee is top notch and the atmosphere is amazing. Really polite staff and service with a smile. If you are in Brighton you really gotta check out this place. Phil