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Diners' Choice: Lively restaurants in West Sussex

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Updated 05 January 2025

Looking for restaurants that have the most vibrant bar scenes in West Sussex? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of Masala City restaurant
4.8
4.8 (462)
£25 and under
Indian
Chichester
About the restaurant
Experience the best curry in West Sussex
Come and experience the warm welcome of Chichester Curry House “Masala City” and enjoy an authentic Indian experience in a fantastic location full of character.
The emphasis at Chichester’s Masala City Indian Restaurant is on producing authentic Indian food, using the best quality ingredients and where possible locally sourced produce.
Chichester Indian Masala City serves an extensive array of authentic meals, which are freshly prepared using only the best and finest ingredients for both dine in and takeaway (serving Chichester).
Driven by an ambitious and passionate management team. We aim to make your dining experience memorable by providing a warm atmosphere where you can enjoy our great quality Indian food that is complemented by the excellent standard of service


Top review
Donna
Dined 4 days ago
The service and food was outstanding. Highly recommended.
A photo of Ami Bistro restaurant
4.7
4.7 (753)
£26 to £40
Modern European
Worthing
About the restaurant
Ami Bistro is a relaxed and welcoming restaurant that provides a warm, intimate ambiance. Our exclusive menus are refreshed quarterly and take full advantage of seasonal produce. We boast a wide selection of gluten free dishes, and some impressive vegan and vegetarian plates as well. We are a family friendly restaurant and we offer a fantastic children’s menu with some firm favourites alongside more grown-up options.

Please note, on Tuesdays, we only offer our special tapas Tuesday menu, and not a la carte. Please visit our website at www.amibistro.co.uk for more information.

Top review
Bryan
Dined 5 days ago
Excellent meal and very good service. Best risotto I have ever had. Totally recommend Ami’s and will be going again soon…
A photo of The Star & Garter restaurant
4.7
4.7 (179)
£26 to £40
Gastro Pub
Singleton
About the restaurant
Located in the heart of the Goodwood Estate and surrounded by the South Downs National Park, The Star & Garter in East Dean offers a delicious selection of freshly cooked, local and seasonal food in a charming dining space with red brick and oak beams. Just a mile down the hill from Goodwood Race Course we are 12 minutes drive from Chichester. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner we try to source our ingredients as locally and as seasonally as possible. Whether you are at a Goodwood Event or walking, cycling or just out for a drive and fancy a decent meal at reasonable prices, we like to think we are one of the best around. We have a great courtyard and garden space which can seat up to 100 people. Freshly ground coffee is available all day. With a mixture of local people and tourists there's always a warm welcome here.

Top review
charlotte
Dined on 12 Jan 2025
Last min booking accommodated. Places in front of cosy fire. Tasty suunday roast with all trimmings, nicely cooked and good size portion. Also was given a free mini roast for my dog... thank you
A photo of Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Chichester restaurant
4.6
4.6 (1258)
£25 and under
British
Chichester
About the restaurant
Bill’s Chichester can be found smack bang in the middle of the Butter Market (we promise we serve more than butter), in our beautiful Grade II listed building. Our walls may be old, but our menu, and ingredients, are always fresh. So, take a seat, rest your feet after a day out on the cobbles, and let Bill’s take care of you.
Top review
Tracey
Dined 4 days ago
Fabulous food,lovely staff & great atmosphere.Our first time dining here but will definately be going back-thoroughly recommended
A photo of The Ivy Chichester Brasserie restaurant
4.5
4.5 (4669)
£25 and under
British
Chichester
About the restaurant
The Ivy Chichester Brasserie brings relaxed, sophisticated all-day British dining, and international Ivy-inspired classics, to the heart of the Sussex Coastline and the South Downs. Open seven days a week, and comprising of a main restaurant, central bar with dining counter, terrace overlooking the bustling market town and private dining room, The Ivy Chichester provides the perfect setting for any occasion.
Top review
Judith
Dined 1 day ago
Restaurant of choice to celebrate special occasions. Never fails to impress. Excellent service and food as always
A photo of Piccolino - Chichester restaurant
4.5
4.5 (47)
£26 to £40
Italian
Chichester
About the restaurant
A treasure in the heart of Chichester on South Street, the newest addition to the Piccolino family will bring a flavor of Italy to this historic cathedral city. Piccolino Chichester will embody the charm and sophistication of authentic Italian dining.

Coming Soon!

Top review
HayleyVIP
Dined on 14 Jan 2025
We had CJ and she was lovely we came out for my mum’s birthday and she made our day really nice thank you x
A photo of Côte Brasserie - Horsham restaurant
4.4
4.4 (56)
£25 and under
French
Horsham
About the restaurant
Cote is inspired by the brasseries of Paris, serving authentic French dishes all day in our classically designed restaurants. We are committed to producing authentic French classics, freshly cooked to order, from the highest quality sourced ingredients.
Top review
Frankie
Dined 3 days ago
A really lovely birthday brunch! Great vibe, friendly service and delicious food! I’d definitely recommend the French toast! The staff were also great with our two young children, so thank you!
A photo of The Shepherd & Dog restaurant
4.4
4.4 (1265)
£25 and under
British
Fulking
About the restaurant
The Shepherd & Dog has maintained all the traditions you would expect in a country pub but with an unrivalled view in an outstanding setting at the bottom of Devils Dyke. The fabulous Sunday Roast is on offer from noon, serving all the way to the last booking at 5.30PM. Locally sourced, seasonal food menus showcasing the best of the local area. We have received BRAVO restaurant awards in the top pubs category, year after year.
All craft beers are local, exclusive or unusual in some way - no run of the mill here!

We look forward to seeing you soon.

Top review
Jackie
Dined on 5 Jan 2025
Excellent service, wonderful ambiance, perfect food and well priced. A lovely family lunch.
A photo of Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Horsham restaurant
4.4
4.4 (1283)
£25 and under
British
Horsham
About the restaurant
Bill's Horsham restaurant sits in the middle of this pretty town, in what was formerly the town hall. A beautiful and prestigious building, the restaurant is spread across two spacious floors and there is also plenty of outdoor seating. Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and everything in between.
Top review
FrankVIP
Dined on 7 Dec 2024
Great choice of food on the menu for brunch, my wife had a Bills breakfast and I had the pancakes and bacon, had to ask for extra syrup but it was not a problem for the waitress.
A photo of Casa Ciro Restaurant restaurant
4.4
4.4 (301)
£25 and under
Italian
Worthing
About the restaurant
Just a stone’s throw away from the stunning Worthing Seaside, Casa Ciro Italian Mediterranean restaurant offers relaxed, outdoor and indoor dining from lunch through to dinner.

Taking inspiration from the heart of Italy, Casa Ciro offers all the menu classics as well as those with a twist. From Sardinian porchetta to Sicilian arancini balls, locally caught seafood to our ever-popular Casa Ciro signature dishes such as our Mozzarella in Carrozza.

Top review
Oonagh
Dined 2 days ago
It was leng.
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