Black Dove
Black Dove pairs craft cocktails and craft beer with booth and lounge seating on St James's St in Kemptown.
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- Address
- 74 St James's St, Kemptown, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN2 1PA, United Kingdom
- Phone
- +44 1273 671119
- Website
- blackdovebrighton.com

Amaretto Sour, Espresso Martini and Sazerac
Amaretto Sour, Espresso Martini and Sazerac sit alongside craft cocktails and craft beer at Black Dove, giving the Kemptown bar a drinks-led focus for classic-leaning orders.
Booth and lounge seating
Booth and lounge seating, casual service and a lively noise level make the room better suited to an easygoing, conversation-led night with energy than a formal or quiet appointment.
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| Black Dove | cocktail_bar | $$ | , | Kemptown |
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- Whimsical
- Cozy
- Trendy
- Intimate
- Date Night
- Late Night
- Casual Hangout
- Live Music
- Booth Seating
- Lounge Seating
- Craft Cocktails
- Craft Beer
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 2:30 PM–12 AM
- Tuesday
- 2:30 PM–12 AM
- Wednesday
- 2:30 PM–12 AM
- Thursday
- 2:30 PM–12 AM
- Friday
- 2:30 PM–1 AM
- Saturday
- 1 PM–1 AM
- Sunday
- 2:30–11 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Dusty retro emporium with deep mahogany colors, vintage furniture, crackled chandeliers, and a Galleon-inspired basement snug.

















