The Good Companions, Brighton

Brings a quality pub to the area at last. I have seen numerous changes to this pub over the years, none of which have really worked, at least for me. The new owners seem to have created something that fits, and it's now largely a pleasure to go and have a quality pint in there.

Upsides: good choice of real ale; smart environment, both inside and outside; food looks good, plenty of seating; no football, SKY TV, gaming machines etc.

Downsides: ale is expensive; service is often slow and frustrating, especially when busy; music frequently too loud, oddly, some of the bench type seating lacks depth from front to back.....

23 Mar 2011 17:02