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Velvet Jacks

Google (109) 4.6
Tripadvisor (31) 4.5
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What reviewers say

Visitors frequently praise Velvet Jacks for its friendly staff and welcoming atmosphere, with many highlighting it as a great spot for parties and good laughs. However, some reviewers found the seating and tables to be uncomfortable and one guest reported a negative experience with customer service and table allocation.

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50 Norfolk Square, Brighton BN1 2PA

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About this place Velvet Jacks

Velvet Jacks is an independent LGBTQ+ bar at 50 Norfolk Square, at the western end of central Brighton near the Hove border. It is known as one of the city's few bars aimed at women and queer people beyond the gay-male scene, and it runs regular events alongside cocktails. It is well away from the Kemptown strip, so the feel is local and calmer than St James's Street. Google reviewers give it 4.6 from about 110 reviews. Our data has no website or hours, so check its social media for opening times and events before making the trip.

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Gay Lesbian / Women-focused LGBTQ+ Happy Hour Live music Safe space Community space Staff multilingual Walk ins welcome Bar (alcohol) Mixed LGBTQ+ Chill / Relaxed Local favorite Cocktail bar Evening venue Late night (after midnight)

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4.6
★★★★★
109 reviews

Based on 109 Google reviews.

Daphne Mulder
Daphne Mulder Jul 2023
★★★★★

Bar was closed without any notification

Em Tay
Em Tay Jul 2023
★★★★★

Walked 3 miles out of my way last night (Friday) to try this bar and it was closed. Nothing on social media or google about this, I'm a bit confused?

Sean W
Sean W Jul 2023
★★★★★

A pretty decent bar on the main drag west of the town in Brighton. It has a good selections of beers and cocktails and a friendly, lively crowd. Was in here on a Saturday and it was getting more lively with music and dancing and then it abruptly closed. It does say it closes at 2330 though, but it had the feel of a place that was going to be open later.

Jack Norwood
Jack Norwood Apr 2023
★★★★★

Best place in Brighton for a birthday party. Big love to Danny and all the team

Stevie Raff
Stevie Raff Apr 2023
★★★★★

Tipping is encouraged..

Jonny Green
Jonny Green Mar 2023
★★★★★
Brighton Phil
Brighton Phil Mar 2023
★★★★★

Great, small, friendly venue.

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Last updated on 9 November 2026

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