The Yellow Book Bar in Brighton and Hove

The staff here are always friendly, the atmosphere is great and the cocktails are great!

A true gem in Brighton. The Yellow Book is hands down my favourite pub in Brighton. From the moment you step through its doors, you're greeted by a warm and friendly atmosphere that makes you feel right at home. The staff are incredibly kind, approachable, and always go above and beyond to make every visit special. What really sets The Yellow Book apart is its lively and eclectic events. Whether it's live music, a play, a drag show, or even the fabulous Vampire Ball for Halloween, there's always something exciting happening here. I especially loved the winter solstice performance and the night market, which showcased the vibrant and creative spirit of the community. The beer is simply delectable, and I appreciate the pub's alternative vibe that perfectly caters to my music taste. It's also a huge plus that The Yellow Book is dog-friendly. It’s more than just a pub; it’s a place where I’ve made lasting friendships and celebrated important milestones, including my partner and I's 1-year anniversary. The fact that it’s an LGBTQ+ friendly space makes it feel inclusive and welcoming for everyone. If you’re in Brighton and looking for a unique, alternative pub with great beer, amazing events, and a truly welcoming community vibe, The Yellow Book is an absolute must-visit!

This place is not good anymore the new manager just sacked an employee with Hypermobility, NOT a place I wish to go too.

The Yellow Book in Brighton is an absolute gem! Every visit feels like stepping into a warm, inviting space where the vibrant rock music sets the perfect mood. The staff are wonderfully friendly and genuinely make you feel right at home, creating an atmosphere that’s both welcoming and buzzing with positive energy. The pub's beautifully thought-out lighting enhances its cozy and charming vibe, reminiscent of lounging in a friend’s delightful back garden. It’s the kind of place where you immediately feel comfortable, letting the hours melt away over a great range of cocktails and drinks that cater to every taste. The Yellow Book also has a versatile events space upstairs! While I haven't attended any events there yet, the mere prospect of adding that layer of excitement to an already great spot has me eager to go! Whether you’re in the mood to relax with friends or explore new happenings, this place has it all. Highly recommend!

Such a lovely bar with super friendly staff and a great atmosphere! Can't wait to go back.

Love, love, love The Yellow Book. Friendly and fun staff and great Bloody Marys on a Sunday. A lovely place for a drink and a hang out.

A great place to hang out. Food was great. Recommend!

Such a lovely chilled place to hang out. Friendly staff, tasty drinks and great atmosphere. Would really recommend!

Great little bar. Good selection of beers and spirits. Nice sheltered garden hidden out the back. Also has a theatre venue upstairs.

Top place by St.Peter Church., just met new owner, I wish all the best.

Such a lovely, warming pub, best beer in Brighton with lovely staff! Great alternative pub

Such a gem of a bar, it’s the place to drink if you want chill vibes with good prices for drinks.

Small and pleasant bar. Well worth a visit especially with street side seating on a sunny day.

Good music nice to be able to sit outside

Found the younger staff very friendly. The reason I am given it 1 star is because I found the older guy very rude, I think he may have been the manger. And for this reason I will not be going back!

I'm here every day during my vacation!

A really cool alternative space in the centre of town. Always friendly with an excellent, fun atmosphere and so many cool events, always love popping in for a bev!

Best bar! Guy with the long hair behind the bar is really cool. There’s a nice selection of vegan and gluten free beers, the atmosphere and music is great too!

Lovely bar with good music, friendly staff, interesting but familiar selection of beers. Also close to both the station and town centre. Would recommend.

Did not have any food but I am def. going to go back to this bar - friendly staff and a great little hidden gem of Brighton

Great little place , very cool staff. And even have a pint for £5! I love metal and will try and go back for one of their DJ nights

Went here to see Professor Elemental. Had an amazing time.

Weird place, spooky decor. There was a cat

Alternative chilling spot on Brighton. It's close to Old Stein.

Great atmosphere, awesome staff, drinks also reasonably priced for spirits in particular✨

Lovely, welcoming alternative bar. The bar tender was extremely knowledgeable, helpful and kind, especially with dietry restrictions. She also had a deep understanding of sensory issues. The cocktails are little potions of magical joy. I felt very safe and welcomed here. Thank you.

Really friendly and helpful, lovely atmosphere. We were in Brighton for the day and had a great time, stopped at the Yellow Book on the way back to the car and glad we did. Nice end to the day. Dog friendly

Nice little bar with some really good local beers.

Visited and found one of the few places in Brighton with more interesting beers, plus mead. Quite full, and really nice staff. There's a little roof over space out the back, and a roof over our the front, if you don't want to sit inside.

A birthday visit which was supported by the owners - really great fun. drinks were brilliant - can particuarly recommend the 'clockwork orange' and the dark cider is a nice one, not too sweet, but hits the spot! The venue is cosy,without feeling cramped. The decor is really nice, it stands out amongst the local bars. Go along for yourself, you'll be sure to enjoy!

Have been here before but not for a few years , came in with my Mum to escape the rain. There was a singer on which was really nice and added to the atmosphere. Nice coffee had espresso, and was done in proper way. Friendly server. It’s a shame it was so empty as people were missing some good live music

Amazing little bar. Bar staff super friendly and made us feel welcome from the second we walked in

Have been here before but not for a few years , came in with my Mum to escape the rain. There was a singer on which was really nice and added to the atmosphere. Nice coffee had espresso, and was done in proper way. Friendly server. It’s a shame it was so empty as people were missing some good live music

Have been here before but not for a few years , came in with my Mum to escape the rain. There was a singer on which was really nice and added to the atmosphere. Nice coffee had espresso, and was done in proper way. Friendly server. It’s a shame it was so empty as people were missing some good live music

The staff are so kind and welcoming. Cosy atmosphere and dog friendly.

A birthday visit which was supported by the owners - really great fun. drinks were brilliant - can particuarly recommend the 'clockwork orange' and the dark cider is a nice one, not too sweet, but hits the spot! The venue is cosy,without feeling cramped. The decor is really nice, it stands out amongst the local bars. Go along for yourself, you'll be sure to enjoy!

One of the best bars in brighton! Wheelchair accessible toilet at the back and it's a good size! Bar staff are absolutely lovely and the cocktails are to die for

Have been here before but not for a few years , came in with my Mum to escape the rain. There was a singer on which was really nice and added to the atmosphere. Nice coffee had espresso, and was done in proper way. Friendly server. It’s a shame it was so empty as people were missing some good live music

Ended up here for a late-ish drink, having walked past it hundreds of times before thinking it was just a cafe. Lovely place with a chilled out but social vibe, friendly staff, and delicious habanero margarita on the seasonal cocktail menu!

Great little bar. Great cocktails, staff, and music. One of Brighton's gems.

Charismatic local bar with a wide selection of house spirits

Good music, good drinks. My partner loved the mead. Unfortunately a wee bit too loud for my taste but the DJ picked decent music at least

Lovely pub / rock bar. Amazing staff. Try the blackcurrant vodka shots !

Very friendly cafe bar, been here before, good priced coffee, nice staff. Great music

Not much room. Fun bartender. Novelty beer.

Very alternative. Unsafe unlit steps. Dodgy toilets.

Friendly staff, good beer and great music

This is my favorite bar in brighton, welcoming atmosphere, great music, friendly staff and not only a unique but also a good selection of drinks. This is somwhere I can see myself regularing for a long time.

We discovered this place on a visit to the newly renovated Open Market. The market istelf has had a great makeover and worth a visit when they have a weekend antique/retro day. We only had a light lunch at Kouzina but it was a surprise to find a Greek restaurant there at all. Friendly service and great toasted sandwiches with Greek flavours and ingredients. I only wish we had a bigger meal as the food on the next table looked amazing and a huge portion. It may only be a market cafe but it is fun and a definite positive addition to eating in the London Rd area.

Great food terrible service. Waited over 30 minutes and had to approach front of house staff to ask to have orders taken. Long wait for anything. Disorganised waiting staff. Shame, as the food, when it finally arrived, was very good.

We went to the Walrus to have an early dinner before going to a music gig nearby. The restaurant upstairs is nice and well looked after. We had a number of starters to share. The garlic bread was nice and the meat and cheese board. The bread was am so very nice. I ordered the Chicken Schitzel, which was actually a Cordon Bleu. It was not flat like a Schitzel and had cheese and ham in it which a Schitzel does not. It was ok, but I would have preferred a Schitzel. My wife ordered a burger with chips. But as there were 5 of us, they decided to bring the good out gradually. But my wife's burger and chips were not very hot, the rest of the food was nice and Hot. The restaurant took the first drinks off the bill after we complained. I am not sure if I would go back.

Visited Kouzina in Brighton open market London road. This was my second visit. It's a nice stop off to have lunch or just. Snack either way you cannot be disappointed, from the large salad or hearty soups, lovely meat dishes which I have yet to explore. So here's to another good visit, keep the good work up

Brilliant experience, kind staff, friendly atmosphere and really nice drinks.

We had a great set of pre meal cocktails here. Nice staff and we had to tear ourselves away. Cozy inside, just off North Laines,

Really over rated bar. I hate that my friends pick this place for its convenient location to our work. It has nothing redeeming about it in style nor substance. This place always has sticky dirty tables that will wreck your clothing. Proper sticky, greasy veneer on EVERY table, like they havent cleaned them once ever. Covid taught them nothing. Dried wax, slopped coffee, sugary drinks, it's all dried onto the table tops. The music is so LOUD you cant have a conversation with friends. 2pm on a Saturday, you want a coffee and chat. Forget it. You'll strain to hear a word with this nasty heavy rock blaring. You'll have to sit outside in the wet and cold to escape it! Twice we asked the bar guy to turn it down. It just kept creeping back up in volume and was blaring again after 15 mins. Music not even in-keeping with the SteamPunk theme. Real identity crises. Drinks too expensive and tiny selection. Nuts and crisps is it for snacks...didnt even have salt n vinegar. At least they have an arrangement with pizza place nearby so you can get a decent meaty, gluten free or vegetarian pizza via the bar staff. Toilets have that same grimy feel to the door and surfaces as the tables. Doors jam, seats wobble, old fixtures. It really needs a good deep clean!

Aubrey Beardsley/steam punk bar with an andalusian hospitality vibe and owners who are unbelievably sound. They will have to drag me out screaming. Heaven really is a place on earth - no hyperbole! XD

My partner and I visited Brighton this weekend and were thrilled to stumble across this beautiful bar. For anyone who knows The Yellow Book, the decor is stunning and the walls awash with Beardsley’s art. If you don’t, it is a beautiful environment to have a relaxing drink and the owners are friendly and accommodating. Unfortunately we only had coffees because it was early in the day but next time we are in Brighton I shall be returning for wine and a longer stay!

I stopped off here with a few friends and took a chance based on the positive Tripadvisor reviews. I was not disappointed! The chap behind the bar was friendly and helpful, they had a range of board games and a good selection of drinks (both beer, spirits and coffee). The interior is decorated in a quirky but cosy style and I found the overall atmosphere very pleasant. I look forward to returning in the future.

We held a private party here for a 50th birthday and it was the perfect venue for it. Location is fantastic- just a few minutes from Brighton train station and the North Laines. More importantly the owners and staff are all wonderful - were really considerate and attentive to all the details in preparing for the event and were fantastic on the night. Can’t thank them all enough - highly recommended!

Have been here before but not for a few years , came in with my Mum to escape the rain. There was a singer on which was really nice and added to the atmosphere. Nice coffee had espresso, and was done in proper way. Friendly server. It’s a shame it was so empty as people were missing some good live music

A great coffee stop after a lovely walk around the lanes with Bertie, West Highland Terrier. Lovely staff and so welcoming. Highly recommend.

I ordered a cappuccino made with soya. In short it was undrinkable, not a cappuccino and not acceptable, I asked the guy for a refund, he said it wasn't possible, I asked him if I could change it for a double espresso, he said no, he'd have to call his boss, which he did, with a great fuss, then I was allowed to have a replacement. He was incredibly rude, unbelievable. Awful coffee too even when it was done the second time. Bad news. Upset me, all I wanted was a five minutes break to eat a crap pastry and drink coffee and chill out!

À special place. Great music. Barman was so friendly and had a fantastic music list. Been here 5 or 6 times and loved it - staff have been brilliant. Cheap drinks too.

This place is close to my work but I have never visited so was curious to try. I will not return as I found the bartender to have a very sarcastic attitude and overcharged me as well.

Popular and friendly bar staff,steampunk themed... buzzing .. bijou and compact but welcoming!!! Good selection of beers and spirits... Has a unique champagne cellar viewing tile, that you have to walk over to get to the loo...😱 if you don’t like heights 😁😱. 🎵 🎶

Tracked down this place on a very wet and cold Tuesday lunchtime and SO glad I did. Super friendly staff, I was mega early and the first customer in. The lovely staff came and sat with me (I invited them, it wasn't pressured) and we had a long chat about steampunk in general and the fact that we had all been at Asylum 2017 and would be going back in 2018. As a single female I felt at ease and will definitely be going back

I stopped in here for breakfast one Saturday and the bartender was so super nice and helpful, don't have enough good things to say about her! But the food, however, was terrible....nearly inedible, left about half my plate! All of the toast was burnt and the beans were so bad that even my dog didn't want any! Service is impeccable and made the visit worth it! but they really need to raise their standard of food....

Yellow Book bar packs a lot in to a small space. Great ambience, excellent hosting of the Tales of New Albion book launch and super food. Cheesy chips were a highlight.

Sehr gemütlich und uhrig,sehr netter Service. Ein chilliger Platz für einen Kaffee am Mittag oder ein Bier.

Great newish bar with laid back rock feel. Quirky decor and good board games. Nice for a chilled drink or lazy afternoon

Cocktails are delicious and really affordable (£5 for most). Interior is very atmospheric and staff are great. Excellent alternative to other cocktails bars in Brighton which tend to be packed and overpriced/poor quality. Such a hidden gem!

A birthday visit which was supported by the owners - really great fun. drinks were brilliant - can particuarly recommend the 'clockwork orange' and the dark cider is a nice one, not too sweet, but hits the spot! The venue is cosy,without feeling cramped. The...

Perfect bar for a writer. Beautiful classical music when Tobias is at the helm! No food. Ronnefeld tea from Germany. I had mint tea. Only £1.80. Free wifi. Friendly ambience. Upstairs room for Meetup's. Highly recommended.

one of the best pubs for wine lovers. the wine list is well stocked and excellent quality / price the cocktails are really good. the place is intimate cozy, such a positive vibe. the staff is amazing, friendly and very professional and always welcome you...

Really enjoy coming to the games evening on a Monday - friendly company and great games - some new ones and some old favourites ! Thanks :)

Fantastic steampunk themed bar brightening up an otherwise dismal area. Staff are friendly and very considerate, and the atmosphere is fun and inclusive. Quizzes, meetups, the odd gig and games all contribute to meaning this my new favourite place to hang out. There's a great...

Lovely little unknown pub ..very welcoming unusual .staff friendly and accommodating. Would definately go back again ..check out the different hats very entertaining ..

What a fabulous place ... we had been for a meal following a family bereavement. We'd had fab dinner in Brighton and then was treated badly at the fountain head pub (see separate review ) We asked if they minded children and was welcomed almost...

A few weeks ago I had the privilege of stepping into another dimension on entering The Yellow Book Bar. A friendly greeting from staff meant a pleasant hour was spent in this interesting place. Steampunk paraphernalia adorned the walls and a hand cranked serving hatch...

Steampunk bar. Amazing décor and range of drinks. Quite pricey and the owner was there with his girlfriend and he was unfriendly. Bar lady was nice and played some great 80's tunes.

Friendliest bar staff in the world, Cards Against Humanity was provided for us and you can order your own food to be delivered, although the menu looks good too. Great choice of interesting drinks and the barman helps you choose by giving samples. Always thought...

Even if you are not a fan of the Steampunk genre (I am), it is still a wonderful place to visit. The décor is amazing, with lots of original art and knick knacks all over. It is quite small, but more on the cosy rather...

i went here a few months ago as we had heard it mentioned, how it was a steampunk bar and did close magic etc. It sounded cool. On entering it looked ok, if a bit empty. The barman however had no charm at all. It...

Amazing little find with superb drink variety, cool interior and super staff. Can't wait to go back, worth heading out of your way for

I stumbled across The Yellow Book Bar after retreating from one of the areas more trendy, try too hard establishments. The bar is a refreshing change, and clearly a lot of love and attention to detail has gone into the place. A very warm welcome...

What a lovely little place. They stock an impressive range of spirits and local booze, I had a delicious spiced mead. The place looks great with original art work and steampunk creations lining the walls, the never ending champaign cellar freaked me out! I think...