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Name: Etch
Address: 216 Church Road, Hove, East Sussex, United Kingdom, BN3 2DJ
Telephone: 01273 227485
Price range: £41 and over
Rating: 4.8

Etch

4.8

92 Reviews

£41 and over

British

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Located at 216 Church Road in Brighton & Hove etch. is a 12-table British tasting menu only restaurant by MasterChef: The Professionals winner Steven Edwards. Previously a bank etch. has a contemporary look with views of an open kitchen, dark blue walls & modern art.

Open from Wednesday to Saturday for dinner and Thursday to Saturday lunch etch. offers a choice five, seven or nine-course monthly changing menus. Dishes are ingredient led and utilise quality produce from in and around the surrounding Sussex countryside.

etch. currently holds a Michelin Plate | 5 Good Food Guide | 3 AA Rosettes.

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Dining style
Fine Dining
Cuisines
British
Hours of Operation
Lunch Thu–Sat 12:15 pm–1:45 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 6:45 pm–8:15 pm
Phone number
01273 227485
Website
http://www.etchfood.co.uk/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Steven Edwards

Location
216 Church Road, Hove, East Sussex BN3 2DJ
Neighbourhood
Hove
Parking Details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

What 92 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.8

4.8 based on all time ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

92 Reviews

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MaryD
London
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely evening - but definitely will only gone back for a very special occasion due to the cost Also been once before abc fair amount of similarity in vegetarian menu on both occasions so would hesitate to return quickly
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Rich
Yorkshire
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on October 11, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Etch is fantastic - this is our second visit and the food is amazing. Very efficient service which allows you to enjoy the courses whilst not waiting too long between things to try. Lovely food, lovely people - thank you once again.
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becca
London
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 5, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a fabulous meal, great experience, would definitely go back.
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CarlDocherty
London
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 5, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always superb service and marvellous food + drink
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Melly
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 25, 2019
overall5food4service5ambience5
The food was amazing but slightly beaten by Little Fish Market that we also visited recently.... Although the lobster and meat courses here were outstanding. The service was fabulous and the atmosphere much more enjoyable than some other similar type restaurants we’ve been to with a more hip and trendy vibe. Value is good and the knowledge of the ingredients and produce by the staff was impressive! Wine was affordable and the chilled red we had from a local vineyard was perfect. Definitely would recommend and go again.
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MarkH
Brighton
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 21, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic Stephen is so talented every dish was amazing we can’t wait to return
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RebeccaF
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 21, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food was delicious, service fantastic very helpful when choosing our wine and would return
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OpenTable Diner
Brighton
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 21, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent in every way!!!!!
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ChristopherH
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 21, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food, great service. The bench seats round the perimeter of the room are definitely better than the seats/tables in the middle
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KennyM
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 20, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
We had a spectacular meal at Etch - living up to its considerable reputation. It was a lovely touch to have Steven Edwards himself serving and presenting many of the dishes. We'll definitely be back to enjoy another special evening with the team at Etch. Thanks for a wonderful evening.
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Launchers
London
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on September 19, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
This restaurant just gets better. We love it and will be back.
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GT60
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 14, 2019
overall4food5service5ambience4
The food and service were great; as a venue though it's too noisy, far too many hard surfaces and we had to struggle to hear each other at times. Definitely an 'occasion' restaurant and one worth visiting but with the proviso that you need to concentrate to have a conversation
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MozzaN
London
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on September 13, 2019
overall4food5service3ambience4
The tasting menu was well balanced and the food really extremely good. Whilst waiting staff are very keen to please, the service did seem to slow down as the evening went on. We had an 8pm booking and left at 11.45. It's nice to take time over a meal but after 11pm I admit to being impatient for the last 3 courses to show up and was too tired to really enjoy that last bit sadly. Would be great if it could be done in a 3 hour window especially as the food requirements are predictable. Would recommend albeit would tell friends to be prepared for a long wait. Thankyou Etch.
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Noel
London
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 12, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our special occasion restaurant and it is special. Menu changes regularly so you always get something different and it never disappoints. Staff attentive but not over bearing. Substantial and good range of wines. Food always immaculately presented and packs a serious flavour punch. We will definitely be returning.
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Fozzy
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 7, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
Etch consistently hits the mark with excellent food and service. The menu changes monthly to take advantage of seasonal produce, but follows a similar format each time. I normally opt for the 7 course menu, which is perfect for a long late lunch. The dishes are small and the descriptions simple, but the flavours are fabulous and the cooking and presentation generally flawless. I keep going back and have always found it to be the best food in Brighton
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GeriS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 7, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
If you want a treat this is the place to come. Great food. Great staff. Great place
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PeterB
Essex
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 7, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a most enjoyable experience. Service was first class and very attentive. The food was delicious and beautifully presented. The tasting menu was outstanding albeit opting for anything other than the nine courses would have left you feeling like you had missed out. The wine pairing option was both interesting and expensive. Overall a very pleasant and enjoyable lunch.
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AlisonM
Brighton
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 4, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous food and faultless service. Best place I’ve eaten in Brighton since moving here 7 years ago. Outstanding. Have already booked to go again!
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Simonmo
Brighton
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on September 4, 2019
overall4food5service5ambience5
Thoroughly enjoyable. Food lived up to expectations. We will be back.
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PhilG
Brighton
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 31, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
Met and exceeded expectations - we will return! At last a restaurant in Brighton which compares to top London dining.
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HarrietT
West Sussex
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 31, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Phenomenal food, great service and an overall brilliant experience
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DarrenT
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 30, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing experience for our 10 year wedding anniversary... what a treat! Food was out of this world and the service outstanding, yet it still had a very friendly and relaxed atmosphere! Loves it
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MargotL
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 30, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our whole experience was amazing. The food was sublime, the service was impeccable, attention to detail was faultless, whilst we were made to feel totally comfortable and relaxed.
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ChrisL
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 29, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Spectacular food! We had the 9 course menu and were blown away. Difficult to pick favourite courses, but the duck egg was exceptional, and the rabbit stunning. The staff were also extremely welcoming, approachable and knowledgeable. Great wine list too.
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SteveR
East Sussex
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience3
Great food, service and atmosphere. Low key but were always there when you needed anything. Interesting that the menu changes each month and ALL the staff try it, food and wine, so they can speak about it from personal experience. A great way to create overall feeling within which is passed to the customers.
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BarbaraC
Surrey
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was the 3rd time I have had a meal at the restaurant, and I have already booked to go again next month. They have really got it right...fantastic food and extremely friendly and welcoming staff. So looking forward to next time!
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Dee61
Brighton
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 23, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food,very good staff, a very enjoyable food experience,highly recommend :)
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Hinstar
London
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 21, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely wonderful evening dinner. The wine flight was fantastic too. We loved every course! The waiter was attentive, and informative upon each course and wine. Loved every minute of the dinner!
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anniep
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 21, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
My husband who is a hotel director in charge of 9 hotels worldwidecsaid it was one of the best meals he has ever eaten. My veggie daughter loved her meal. The wines were fantastic and very well explained by sommeliers who clearly love their job. The waitresses were lovely. If we lived in the uk we would be back nearly every month. Roll on next August.
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ClaireW
Brighton
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
Loved it. Always wows.
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Nick
London
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
Brilliant place. Excellent service. Very atttentive. Delicious food thatbaurprises
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OpenTable Diner
Brighton
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 16, 2019
overall5food4service5ambience4
I think the experience was enhanced by the wine pairing. Really interesting information from the very knowledgeable somelier. Great experience.
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Launchers
London
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on August 15, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love this restaurant and can rely on always having the most wonderful meal. Lunch and Dinner have different feels to them and in all honesty lunch is better! We are going back next month!
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JamieG
Brighton
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 14, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service and a very unique dining experience! Highly recommended, the langoustine course and rabbit were particular favourites of mine. Will be visiting again soon! 😃
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PeterD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 14, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely environment with pleasant music and very friendly and helpful staff. And when it comes to food, it is hard to describe with words. Take your time with chewing, there is always a new flavour to surprise your taste buds.
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IanM
Brighton
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 10, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
A culinary experience, Etch takes dining to another level. Not just a meal but a journey for the palette and the soul. Will be recommending to everyone!
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OpenTable Diner
Brighton
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 9, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very good food and service. Great wine list. We had 7-course menus plus two starters. It was in the end too much food for us so we wish there was a 5-course menu option for dinners with the two choices of the higher end 9-course menu at the same price of 65gbp/ea (currently its shellfish and cheese options). I would definitely go again but for lunch which is 5 courses. Great experience, chef and staff. We liked our wine as well. Thank you.
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JohnG
San Antonio
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on August 9, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
This is the second time my wife and I have dined at Etch and they did not disappoint. We were made to feel very special from the time we arrived till we left 3 hours later. The food was outstanding, all 9 courses were well thought out and the flavours worked so well together. Mr Edwards the chef does an excellent job of taking you on a journey through the courses building all the way and just when you think it can't get any better, it does. We will be back!
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ChrisHT
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 7, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was our third time at Etch, and it was as fantastic as the first two! Amazing food, wonderful service and a really, really enjoyable evening. We’ve just booked our fourth visit...
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SilverfoxGT3
Brighton
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 3, 2019
overall4food5service5ambience3
Would have give 5* overall but for was rather noisy and wines pricey - only found 1 x bottle under £30. However, the food was outstanding with interesting combinations and flavours. The personal table service by the main man himself was a great personal touch. Personal flavour highlights at a recent meal were squab pigeon breast with beetroot jus and the slow cooked duck egg.
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216 Church Road, Hove, East Sussex BN3 2DJ

Additional information

Neighbourhood
Hove
Hours of Operation
Lunch Thu–Sat 12:15 pm–1:45 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 6:45 pm–8:15 pm
Cuisines
British
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Parking Details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Steven Edwards
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

Website
http://www.etchfood.co.uk/
Phone number
01273 227485

Etch

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Main Menu

Featured Items

Snacks

Bread

5 Courses

Vegetable

Fish

Egg

Meat

Fruit

7 Courses

Vegetable

Fish

Poultry

Egg

Meat

Chocolate

Fruit

9 Courses

Vegetable

Fish

Poultry

Egg

Shellfish

Meat

Cheese

Chocolate

Fruit

Vegetarian Menu

Featured Items

Snacks

Bread

5 Courses

Jersey Royal

Artichoke

Asparagus

Carrot

Fruit

7 Courses

Jersey Royal

Artichoke

Cauliflower

Asparagus

Carrot

Chocolate

Fruit

9 Courses

Jersey Royal

Artichoke

Cauliflower

Asparagus

Beetroot

Carrot

Cheese

Chocolate

Fruit

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