The Avenue Restaurant & Wine

Head down to Second Avenue in Hove and you'll find yourself in one of those neighbourhoods that's quietly brilliant—all tree-lined streets and proper local spots. The Avenue sits here like it belongs, serving Mediterranean food that tastes like someone genuinely cares about the ingredients rather than just ticking boxes. The wine programme is genuinely thoughtful (not just expensive Tuscan reds), and staff actually know what they're talking about. You'll see regulars at the bar, couples taking their time over dinner, groups that should've left an hour ago but can't quite bring themselves to leave.