The Basketmakers Arms, Brighton

If this isn’t one of the best pubs in Britain, not just Brighton, I know nothing about beer, pubs or having a jolly old time. Great street corner location, full of character, first class ales, malt-of-the-month offer, and famous for the tin boxes on the walls, everyone who’s drinking in this pub (students, bohemians, creative types) is clearly loving every minute of it. Wonderful.

If you live in Brighton or go there often you definitely know this one. If you’ve never been to Brighton, well, that’s a damn shame!
Brighton’s Best Pubs claims that this IS Brighton’s best pub based on real ales, food and atmosphere.
I agree that it has top atmosphere with various old tobacco tins tacked on walls for decor with crazy messages left inside by punters. Good amusement if you go alone. And you can write your own message and leave inside! Yes, they have fantasic real ale. Yes, they have killer burgers. But after noon it is very hard to get a table!!! Even though, friendly people and staff makes up for it! I went alone on a Saturday in late afternoon when it was an absolute mad house! I did find a table and did finally get to order after a good wait for which my burger and HSB totally made up for! And I didn’t even feel uncomfortable sitting there all by my lonesome.
My advice: stop reading this and just go!!!

This pub has long been widely regarded as one of Brighton’s finest, and whilst I don’t have a problem with this place, I’ve yet to quite get onboard with that school of thought. I imagine the charm for people mostly lies in the authentic qualities it has, combined with good food. I tend to think the decor makes it feel a little cluttered, but it certainly has a different feel to 95% of all other pubs in the town. No doubting that the staff are friendly enough, and there seems to be a lot of pride in the ales on offer. Recommended for a bit of sanctuary and a good bite to eat.

A good solid pub. The food is a little bland but you get good healthy portionis

This is a great little pub with a good selection and nice vibe. Friendly, polite staff which is always a bonus. I haven’t eaten here but I hear the food is good too.

This is how pubs should be. Decent range of very well-kept beers, great staff, comfortable laid-back atmosphere. It ticks all the boxes for terrific, traditional old skool pub and still manages to buzz with life. I love it. Best pub in Brighton.

As a publican myself i must say this great pub has served excellent quality beer and food for many years. Welcoming staff and friendly customers.

This place is always busy with a mixed crowd. They other a variety of Real Ales. It can be a bit pricey but worth it. They are respected for their food as well. Its a bit hidden but once discovred is then put on ones regular visit lists.