The Garden Bar Hove

The Garden Bar Hove is a pub, garden and events venue on Portland Road, on the western side of Hove near Portslade. Its setting combines a characterful indoor pub with a substantial outdoor garden, giving the venue a relaxed feel for casual drinks, meals and social gatherings. Outdoor booths are heated, making the garden usable beyond the warmer months.

The food offering centres on pub favourites, seasonal dishes, weekly chef specials and Sunday roast. The drinks list includes cocktails prepared to order alongside the usual pub selection. The venue suits diners looking for an informal meal, as well as groups meeting for drinks or a shared occasion. Brighton and Hove residents can also find a regular programme of entertainment alongside the food and drink.

Live music and music bingo form part of the events programme, while multiple screens show televised sport. These features give the pub a lively atmosphere during scheduled entertainment and major fixtures, without changing its role as a place for food and conversation. The family-friendly and dog-friendly policy also makes it suitable for a broad range of visits.

The Garden Bar Hove has several indoor and outdoor spaces available for private hire. The venue caters for gatherings of around 30 to 250 people, with options for weddings, birthday parties, engagements, baby showers, corporate events and celebrations of life. The combination of function rooms and garden space allows different types of event to be arranged in one location.

Located close to Portslade and within reach of Aldrington and Hove, the pub is served by local bus routes and nearby railway stations. It works for a quick stop, a Sunday meal, an evening of entertainment or a larger pre-arranged gathering, with the garden and event spaces adding flexibility to the traditional pub setting.