Bars · Brighton
The Colonnade Bar is a characterful pub in the heart of Brighton, with red velvet seating and walls covered in framed photos of stage actors that give families plenty to look at while you settle in. There's outdoor seating if you'd rather be out in the fresh air, and at the mid-range price point it's an easy spot to pause with the kids. With a 4.4 rating across 340 reviews, it's a well-liked little stop.
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