Cafe de la Mer

Cafe de la Mer is a seaside cafe in Brighton built around a simple combination of food, drinks and a relaxed place to pause. Set within the Kings Road Arches, the venue offers a casual setting for visitors looking for something to eat or drink by the coast.

The menu takes inspiration from flavours from around the world rather than focusing on one named national cuisine. That gives the cafe an internationally minded character, while the menu’s emphasis on food for different moods keeps the overall approach broad and accessible. A chef’s special is also presented as an all-day feature, adding a highlighted option alongside the wider menu.

Food and drinks are available throughout the day, making Cafe de la Mer suitable for a morning stop, a daytime break or an evening meal. The atmosphere is centred on taking time to eat, drink and relax, with the seaside location adding to the setting without making the venue formal or occasion-led. The cafe’s identity is more about an easygoing meal and a varied choice of flavours than a single signature dish.

Dine-in and takeaway are both offered, so the venue can suit different kinds of visits. A sit-down meal works for those wanting to linger in the cafe, while takeaway provides a more flexible way to order from the menu. The combination makes the venue relevant to solo diners, couples and small informal meet-ups, provided the visit matches the available space and service.

Located at Unit 124A, Kings Road Arches on Kings Road, Cafe de la Mer has a straightforward coastal identity and an all-day format. Its relaxed style, globally influenced food and choice between dining in and taking away make it a practical option for food and drink near the seafront.