Reading Room

I recently had a lovely visit to @readingroombrighton at Black Rock on the seafront to check out their new brunch menu and what a treat it was! We were lucky enough to enjoy some dry weather during our visit, so we made the most of the gorgeous terrace, taking in the scenic sea views and lively atmosphere. The place was buzzing with people doing the same, though there’s also a beautiful indoor area that’s perfect for those wetter days

We started with a selection of small bites from the counter, including the delicious golden sweetcorn fritter with spicy edamame, cherry tomato, carrot ribbons, fermented red cabbage, and cashew cream, as well as a lovely, buttery croissant to begin with. From the main menu, we ordered a few dishes that caught our eye: Slow braised short rib with Monterey Jack cheese, horseradish mayo, and pickles Scrambled eggs with slow-roasted tomatoes, spinach, baked feta, green chilli and coriander relish, and dukkah French toast with tonka Chantilly cream, winter compote, poached pear, and fresh berries Each dish looked stunning and tasted just as incredible. The short rib toastie was packed with rich, delicious filling; the scrambled eggs were light, fluffy, and perfectly balanced in flavour; but my favourite had to be the French toast, sweet, creamy, and utterly indulgent, exactly as I like it!

My children also enjoyed one of the homemade sausage rolls, which was a big hit. Although there’s no dedicated kids’ menu, there are plenty of options to keep little ones happy, so the whole family left satisfied.

Overall, we’ve loved every one of our visits here. The outdoor terrace is beautiful, but the indoor space is just as inviting, with its rustic décor, vintage artwork, and chandeliers giving it a grand yet cosy feel. The counter selection is great for a quick bite or quality takeaway, and I couldn’t help but eye the incredible looking doughnuts, I’ll definitely be back to try one next time! The Reading Room is the perfect spot for your next brunch or a post seafront walk pit stop, a must visit for anyone who appreciates great food, lovely views, and a welcoming atmosphere

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