Saint Restaurant, The

French culinary influences have shaped many a bistro and The Saint Restaurant, Brighton aims to bring to its patrons the delicate and subtle flavours of France. There is a strong leaning towards locally grown produce and foraged herbs that add freshness and zest to the food. This AA Rosette restaurant also supports the Slow Food movement, something that is apparent in their well planned menu.

A butternut squash risotto with parmesan or chicken liver parfait served with toast and chutney  lays a firm foundation for what is to come, while you debate on choosing between the slow cooked pork belly with rosemary jus, Sussex rib of beef, and crispy confit duck leg with orange sauce and crisped vine leaf for mains. A difficult choice indeed and the dilemma doesn't end with dessert either, where you could have chocolate and cherry torte with raspberry sorbet or Madagascan vanilla crème brulee with almond biscuits. The extensive wine list is European with many Mediterranean lines that accompany every aspect of the meal superbly.