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                <title>La Fourchette Patisserie</title>
                
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                <description><![CDATA[La Fourchette is a charming, very French cafe on the Church Rd in Hove, just off the seafront and a welcome break from the hustle and bustle of the promenade. It is comfortable and authentic, with leather chairs plus more formal seating. It serves the most delicious patisserie this side of Paris, beautiful, individual cakes which are simply a delight to behold as well as eat. Large selection of teas and coffees plus 'citron presse'. A nice alternative to the traditional Sussex cream tea]]></description>
                
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                <title>Hudson and Bridges</title>
                
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                <description><![CDATA[This delightful corner café is off the beaten track, just off the seafront in Kemp Town. It's possibly named after Mr Hudson and Mrs Bridges of Upstairs Downstairs and indeed it has a little 'upstairs' perch complete with vintage decor. The foodie treats greet you as you walk in. Wonderful French macaroons, delicious cakes of all types, tarts, lots for choc-lovers and gluten free slices, all presented beautifully and in full view. Tea is served in pretty china, lots of choice. The interior is welcoming, friendly, little corners to sit and while away time in, they never rush you. Our favourite is a mirrored, kitsch, three sided, silk-cushioned, Fifties-inspired alcove. They open the big long windows at the front in the summer for an alfresco feel, a gem!<br>Oh and there are lovely fresh savoury offerings too, all home-made and yummy.]]></description>
                
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                <title>The Cafe Koba</title>
                
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                <description><![CDATA[It has the most incredibly friendly staff. They will help will all sorts of things, not just waitering, and the chips come in little silver buckets. They also know the area and can tell you where to windsurf, theatre etc. The food is inventive, healthy and cheap, and the range of coffees is superb! I've joined the local poetry group escapeshute who meet there once a month (the date changes but you can find it on their website) and I've just discovered you can book either the downstairs or upstairs room if you're having an event. I find that if I sit in the first few seats near the doorway people at neighbouring tables will strike up a conversation with me as a matter of course! Definitely a supportive environment for anyone new to Brighton. And they have free WiFi. Enjoy!]]></description>
                
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                <title>Billie's Cafe</title>
                
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                <description><![CDATA[Billie's cafe in Brighton definitely sells the best cooked breakfast in town. The jumbo breakfast is one of the cheapest in town and the most generous. Two bits of bacon, two eggs, two sausages, whole button mushrooms, two slices of toasted bread, beans, a whole tomato and excellent quality produce! Yes, I've been there a few times and tasted the comparisons. Run by a local family it retains the charm it has had since opening with the same folding wooden chairs, blue gingham PVC tablecloths, fresh flowers on the tables and in true Brighton style, local artwork on the walls. The prices and quantity have remained consistent as profit is not the objective, just a good honest breakfast. And if you don't fancy the classic, there are a number of delicious hashes to choose from. Literally a pile of fried potatoes with various toppings from beans and sausages to bacon and avocado. There are plenty of veggie options too. The best news is it is open on New Year’s Day. But get there early, this is a popular spot and the locals all know about it.]]></description>
                
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                <title>Kensington Cafe, Kensington Gardens</title>
                
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                <description><![CDATA[Tucked away in Kensington Gardens in the North Laines, The Gardens cafe is quint-essential Brighton. With its quirky artwork throughout, a lovely upstairs balcony looking down on the lanes, and a menu that takes up two whole walls, it is definitely a place you would come back to for its good vibes and comfortable feel.<br><br>The food at this place isn't the finest cuisine, but it's location makes up for this. The balcony is a prime people watching spot. You can see right the way along Kensington Gardens which is particularly good on a busy weekend.]]></description>
                
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                <title>Pump Room Cafe</title>
                
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                <description><![CDATA[Easily the best cafe in Brighton. It is situated below The Grand Hotel between the two piers. Like any good cafe it has its own beach volleyball court in front of it. It sells Brighton very own Redroaster Coffee. The award winning cafe also serves homemade lemonade and a unique range of summertime smoothies. It has also started selling it own range of healthy sandwiches and toasties. It has the best ice cream on Brighton Beach by far (made on a farm). Its dark ice cream is the best I have ever tasted  It is an excellent way for tourist to get to know the locals. As good as it gets!]]></description>
                
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                <title>The Pavilion Gardens Cafe and Meeting Place Cafe on Hove Seafront</title>
                
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                <description><![CDATA[These two cafes are open air. They give you a good introduction to the atmosphere of Brighton and Hove. They're inexpensive, the food's certainly not gourmet, but they're good places to meet up with friends, and do what Brighton does best - people watch! <br><br>The Pavilion Gardens Cafe is bang in the centre of town next to the Royal Pavilion and performers often stop by - well recommended for a free and impromptu show.]]></description>
                
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                <title>The Tea Cosy</title>
                
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                <description><![CDATA[It's a tiny little tea house tucked away off the beaten tourist track in the Hanover area of Brighton, run by a couple of young gay guys, with space for 16 guests seated. Kitch and as camp as they come! <br><br>The tea room is like stepping inside a memorabilia shop, like someone's front room, with an eclectic mixture of decor dedicated to the Royals, with Union Jacks ablaze, a grand piano and pictures of Diana adorning the walls. <br><br>The house rules are hilarious (not to be taken too seriously) ie no dunking of biscuits, no clanking of spoons when stirring your tea etc!<br><br>The menu is humorous, with items such as "The Duchies Cream Tea, Her Royal Highness Queen Elizabeth High Tea, The Lady Diana Spencer, Princess of Wales Afternoon Tea" and the unforgetable "The Julie Goodyear High Tea" (aka Corrie's Bet Lynch!) [you get the idea!)<br><br>It kind of epitomises Brighton's eclectic campness. Well worth a visit for a fun cream tea.]]></description>
                
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                <title>Marrocco's</title>
                
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                <description><![CDATA[Italian Cafe. Good caff snacks of the Italian variety but truly delicious, excellent quality, homemade ice cream in a multitude of flavours (try a dollop of chocolate and a dollop of pistachio.. or hazel.. the strawberry is v. good too... oh dear. I'm getting over excited!<br><br>Eating a Marrocco's ice cream whilst staring at the sea is an essential Brighton experience.]]></description>
                
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                <title>Terre-a-Terre and The Mock Turtle</title>
                
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                <description><![CDATA[T-a-T is the best veggie restaurant EVER. It simply shines - I was taken there by some meat-loving friends and we now go every time there's a special occasion. It challenges every cliche about veggie food and puts the middle finger up at chefs who can't cook veggie food but pretend they can (death to lasagne, risotto &amp; the vegetable stack). The Mock Turt has the world's best meringues and tom rarebit and has held onto its delights even after a change in long-term ownership.]]></description>
                
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                <title>The Off-Beat Coffee Bar</title>
                
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                <description><![CDATA[This is a great little cafe right at the top of North Laine. It's got classic tunes on the stereo - motown, soul and rock and roll - and the cash till was in Quadrophenia. In keeping with the retro theme everything is served on vintage crockery, think 50s Pyrex plates and coffee cups. They have a good range of sandwiches and cake as well as coffee and a lovely coke float. In the summer you can sit outside on the street, or on a patio at the back. It makes the walk up the hill totally worth it, and it's the perfect way to round off a shopping trip.]]></description>
                
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                <title>Bill's Produce Store</title>
                
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                <description><![CDATA[Upmarket greengrocers and, more importantly, cafe/restaurant. Some simple and some not-so-simple fare, prepared with the freshest ingredients; and the puddings! They look like they've been designed by an architect and are a meal in themselves. Shared tables and friendly staff mean that this is a place to meet people, eat well and go away with a little treat for later (they do takeaways too).]]></description>
                
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                <title>The Meeting Place Cafe</title>
                
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                <description><![CDATA[Walk away from Brighton towards Hove along the seafront, the Meeting Place Cafe is on the border between the two. Great on a Sunday morning for watching everyone bike, blade and walk by and much better breakfasts than most of the overpriced fish restaurants along the front between here and the Pier. It's not that sophisticated (not a bad thing in Brighton) but the location's perfect.]]></description>
                
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                <title>The Mock Turtle</title>
                
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                <description><![CDATA[Located down a small alley this wee cafe serves the best cakes, especially the scones. I love the granny feel it has - particularly its odd pieces of crockery and doilies. Go there when you fancy a nice cup of tea and a treat.]]></description>
                
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