Hotel Du Vin

I’ve recently had the pleasure of working with the iconic @hotelduvin group, renowned for their elegant, charming hotels, restaurants, and bars. As part of this collaboration, I had the opportunity to visit Bistro du Vin in Brighton to experience their French-inspired à la carte menu- and it was nothing short of delightful

If you’ve never been to a Hotel du Vin location before, each is housed in a beautiful, characterful building with unique hotel rooms and stunning dining spaces. Brighton’s location has been a beloved part of the city for over 25 years, and it’s easy to see why. During our visit, we enjoyed a bottle of Hotel du Vin’s own house wine- crisp, refreshing, and the perfect way to start the evening. The French-themed menu offers a fantastic variety of dishes, truly something for everyone. We began with a warm fougasse, freshly baked in-house and served with a black garlic aioli-utterly delicious. Alongside this, we had some native rock oysters, which made for a beautifully fresh start to the meal. The tiger prawn starter, bathed in chilli garlic butter, was another standout- full of flavour and cooked to perfection! For our main, we opted for the sharing chateaubriand steak from the specials board. It was beautifully cooked and served with crispy fries and sautéed spinach- an indulgent and memorable dish that I’d highly recommend. To round off the meal, we shared a lemon tarte. Though we were nearly full by this point, the dessert was too good to resist. Light and zesty, with a perfectly toasted top and soft interior, it was the ideal ending to our meal

While the food was exceptional, what really elevated the experience was the service. The team were warm, attentive, and knowledgeable- offering thoughtful recommendations and checking in just the right amount. It made for a truly welcoming and enjoyable evening. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, Bistro du Vin in Brighton is well worth a visit. Their à la carte menu is served daily, with a traditional roast on Sundays. Be sure to check out their beautiful cocktail bar and sun-soaked terrace- perfect for summer dining and drinks. A real gem of a spot!

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