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Culture 4

Culture 4

Not your average cup of joe

Four unique cafes to visit in Brighton . By Sydney Garrick-Bailey & images by Anders Amundsen

It ’ s no secret that Brighton is well known for its vibrant culture and with it , a quirky yet charming cafe scene . From cafes full of plants , greenery , and whimsy to radical queer spaces and more , there ’ s a wealth of hidden gems dotted around the city . If you ’ re looking for a particularly memorable coffee stop , here ’ s four standout spots each with their own charm and character to check out this spring .

Puck
Located at the Seven Dials , Puck is conveniently less than a 10-minute walk from Brighton station . As well as having your standard cafe treats , you can opt for less generic menu items including cooked bratwurst , in case you fancy something slightly different . And there ’ s also a range of mushroom blends on offer , ready to be made into unique coffees and other beverages such as the mushroom magic cacao and the golden hour mushroom mix .
Upstairs , you can find an eclectic range of records for sale which provides a perfect past-time for any music enthusiast to browse through while waiting for their order to be ready . Ultimately , Puck is a cafe filled with good music and potted plants which creates an earthy and cozy atmosphere . Address : 19 Chatham Pl , Brighton BN1 3TN