The Chimney House

Walk up Upper Hamilton Road and you'll find yourself in one of those neighbourhood pockets that actually feels like Brighton—not the seafront circus, just locals being locals. The Chimney House is the kind of place where regulars have their spots, the staff know what they're doing, and nobody's trying too hard. You'll get decent cask ales, proper pub food that doesn't apologise for itself, and a genuinely relaxed atmosphere. It's the pub you'd want living round the corner from you.