Furna

I was lucky enough to be invited to one of my favourite restaurants in Brighton recently to try their brand-new à la carte menu—and as always, it was exceptional

While @furnarestaurant is best known for its exquisite fine dining set menu, last summer they introduced an à la carte option, giving customers more flexibility while still maintaining their signature quality. The beauty of this menu is that it evolves with the seasons, keeping the restaurant’s offering fresh and exciting

We sampled a variety of dishes, starting with some snacks: olives, the infamous Parker House bread with cultured butter, a rich and creamy cod roe, and one of my favourite dishes of the day—the Fried Native Oysters with Furna Hot Sauce and Ranch. It was an absolutely delightful and creative take on oysters, offering all the flavour without the usual slimy texture! For starters, we enjoyed two standout dishes: Crown Prince Agnolotti with Aged Parmesan and Aged Beef Tartare topped with crispy shoestring fries. Both were packed with flavour and executed flawlessly

The main event was a show-stopping Sussex Angus Bone-In Sirloin, served with the biggest beef fat chips I have ever seen and a lovely seasonal side of BBQ leeks. While I initially worried the steak might be a little too rare for my liking, it was so tender, perfectly seasoned, and absolutely delicious—we couldn’t have been happier with it! For dessert, we indulged in a Dark Chocolate Tart with Mint, an absolute dream for a mint chocolate lover like me, followed by a selection of butter madeleines, a fantastic end to an already incredible meal

We also can’t forget to mention the outstanding seasonal cocktail selection, with a special shoutout to the Mince Pie Negroni—which even came with a house-made mince pie in it! So cute and seriously delicious. Who says Christmas has to be over?

Overall, Furna continues to be faultless—a perfect spot for a special occasion or a boujee meal out. The food is always phenomenal, the service impeccable, and the experience unforgettable. Fine dining at its finest! A huge thank you to @davemothersill and the team for yet another memorable meal!

I was invited to try this one. As always, all opinions are my own.