Maris & Otter

Maris & Otter is a proper pub and taproom on Western Road in Brighton, with a warm, community-focused character. The venue occupies a refurbished space and combines a traditional pub setting with a drinks-led offer that includes real ale, craft beer, wine and cocktails.

Beer is central to the experience, with a focus on well-kept ale alongside a broader craft selection. The range gives the venue appeal to drinkers looking for a familiar pub pint as well as those who prefer to explore different beer styles. Wine and cocktails provide alternatives, making the bar suitable for mixed groups with varied tastes.

Food is served alongside the drinks, creating an easy option for a casual meal, a bite with a pint or a longer catch-up at the pub. The menu is presented as part of a broad, approachable pub offer rather than as a specialist restaurant concept. The atmosphere is friendly and informal, with the venue aiming to play a regular role in the local community.

Regular events add another reason to visit, while functions can also be accommodated. That combination makes Maris & Otter suitable for everyday pub visits, social gatherings and event-led occasions. The setting is likely to appeal to people seeking an unfussy place for conversation, drinks and food rather than a formal dining room or cocktail bar.

Maris & Otter also has four self-contained apartments with en-suite bathrooms, providing accommodation at the venue for short breaks. The apartments offer a practical base for a stay in the city, while the pub downstairs supplies food, drinks and a place to spend time without needing to travel far. The address is 113-114 Western Road, Brighton and Hove, BN1 2AB.