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The Bulldog

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Many visitors praise the friendly and attentive staff, describing the atmosphere as chilled and welcoming, and a great place to enjoy good vibes. However, some reviewers report feeling unwelcome and ignored unless they know the bar staff personally, with one mentioning "stinking gutters.

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Address
31 St James's Street, Kemptown, Brighton BN2 1RF
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About this place The Bulldog

The Bulldog, a long‑standing gay pub on St James’s Street in Kemptown, keeps its roots alive with cheap drinks, a mixed‑age crowd, and a laid‑back vibe. It sits on the stretch that hosts most of Brighton’s gay scene. The place has been around for decades and still feels like a regulars’ haunt. The menu is simple: inexpensive pints and a crowd that spans generations, and nobody takes themselves too seriously. The bar opens at noon every day and stays open until 1 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, making it easy to drop in for an afternoon pint or a last drink before the night ends. Weeknights are low‑key and chatty. On weekends the place fills up, and during Pride in August the whole street is packed.

Opening Hours

Closed
Monday 12:00-23:00
Tuesday 12:00-23:00
Wednesday 12:00-23:00
Thursday 12:00-00:00
Friday 12:00-01:00
Saturday 12:00-01:00
Sunday 12:00-23:00

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567 reviews

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Ian J Gill
Ian J Gill Jun 2026
★★★★★

This place is the least friendly place in Brighton. It’s almost like they go out of their way to make you feel unwelcome. Have tried 5 times and Everytime it’s the same unless you are friends with one of the two bar men you will be ignored and made feel uncomfortable. I have tried so many times but I always feel uncomfortable. They make it feel like youre interrupting their private space. It’s sad to see considering the small community of Brighton, it has such great potential but it remains as a clique within a clique.

Norman OGrady
Norman OGrady May 2026
★★★★★

Good boozer

paul foster
paul foster May 2026
★★★★★
Chris B
Chris B Apr 2026
★★★★★

Great bar, lovely bar man (Ollie). Was a little quiet when we visited

David Penagos
David Penagos Mar 2026
★★★★★

One of a kind spot in Brighton. The vibe is always chilled, welcoming, and full of good energy. What really makes the difference is the staff, super friendly and attentive, they create an atmosphere that makes you want to come back again and again... A great place to have a drink, and enjoy the good vibes

RJS
RJS Feb 2026
★★★★★
Marc Coleman
Marc Coleman Jan 2026
★★★★★

Stinking gutters very exclusive and old hat except for a barman there called David their only saving grace.

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Last updated on 6 November 2026

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