The Coal Shed is tucked away down a little side alley just off one of the main street’s in Brighton, and is a cosy, elegant, relaxed restaurant serving quality, locally sourced food, in a great atmosphere.
My guest and I dined at The Coal Shed on a wet summer’s day, and as soon as we entered the restaurant the buzz of the other diners was immediately obvious, with students celebrating their graduation with their families, business professionals who looked like they were having a great time entertaining clients, and there were also a few holiday makers enjoying their lunch time treat away from the rain and wind!
We were welcomed by a charming waiter, who sat us in the window table, and who brought us a lovely cold glass of sauvignon blanc and a refreshing gin and tonic, which we enjoyed whilst we perused the menu.
I chose the Asian Pork Belly that was on the specials of the day menu, and was absolutely delicious, so much so, I have suggested they put this on the a` la carte menu as I would choose this dish again and again, as the meat was tender with crispy crackling and the Asian spices were perfect. My guest chose a couple of Oysters, which she looked very happy with!
The Coal Shed is known for cooking great steaks over burning charcoal, the best way to cook meat and fish in my opinion, so my guest chose a Fillet Steak, with Chips and Onion Rings, whilst I chose the Black Angus Steak Burger with a side of Macaroni Cheese. Both meals looked rather large when they arrived, but twenty minutes later every morsel had disappeared from our plates, and every mouthful was thoroughly enjoyed! There is a large selection of Steaks to choose from, as well as Lobster, Monkfish, Lamb, Turbot and Vegetarian options.
For desserts we were offered Elderflower Pannacotta, Poached Peaches, Chocolate Delice and Calvados Parfait, but we chose Honeycomb and Rum and Raisin Ice Cream, that we paired with a deliciously sweet dessert wine. As well as the a` la carte menu, the restaurant also offer special lunch menus as well as pre-theatre menus from Monday – Thursdays from 12pm-4pm and 6pm – 7pm and this costs £15 and always includes a steak option. On Sundays they offer a 35 Day Dry- Aged Roast Sirloin of Black Aberdeen Angus Beef on the bone for £38 for two. There is also a private dining room – The Chef’s Dining Room – that seats 14 people and is a great option for special occasions and exclusive hire of the whole restaurant is also an option.
The Coal Shed
8 Boyce’s Street, Brighton, BN1 1AN Telephone: 01273 322998