Traditional pubLower Market Street
Bottom's Rest
Queer-owned, friendly pub tucked near the Old Market
8.1/10
Local score
No. 31 of 212 pubs & bars on r/brighton, from 28 locals across 27 threads.
97% would send a mate. Still recommended in 2026.
Locals describe Bottom's Rest as a warm, queer-owned pub near the Old Market with a friendly, mixed crowd and alcohol-free options on tap. Several people recommend it specifically for solo visits or a quiet pint since it's rarely rowdy, and it does a Sunday roast.
- Go for
- A relaxed queer-friendly pint, even solo
- Heads up
- Can be very quiet on off nights
What locals say
Most bars have no and low alcohol options now. I'd suggest going to bars with live music or events that are likely to get people chatting. Bottom's Rest for example is a very friendly pub with regular events advertised on their instagram, a fridge full of alcohol free beers or just soft drinks if you prefer and a very friendly, colourful selection of local customers from all walks of life. Other friendly venues that are good for meeting people with a…
The old owners of Velvet Jack's took over a nice little pub called Bottoms Rest. Not exclusively Lesbian/Queer but if you're ever in the neighbourhood for a more pub vibe that might be the ticket!
Hole in the Wall. Brighton’s smallest pub! Hand in Hand. Also small, some real characters (the good kind). Bottom’s Rest, nice and out the way, but a good location with outside seating. Evening Star (real ale!) near the station. Ditto, Prince Albert. Have a great time in Brighton…
In terms of pubs or bars - the Actors is lively and attracts a very mixed crowd; for a slightly older crowd (but not that old) you might enjoy the Bottom's Rest. The Brunswick puts on some great Drag King nights…
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