Harden's says
Brighton Italian - which Harden's reporters hail as providing “simple and delicious rustic food” - branches out with a second site in Hove.
Harden's survey result
Summary
“If you want proper Italian in Hove (or now Fitzrovia), this is the place to go” – Italian-Australian David Toscano’s relaxed outfit offering seasonal small plates and handmade pastas, with counter seating to watch the chefs at work. Top Tip – look out for their regional banquet nights spotlighting particular Italian regions.
Summary
“Love this relaxed and cool Italian place”, declare fans of Italian-Australian former lawyer David Toscano’s “simple and tasty” operation that started out in Vine Street (RIP) but is “really hitting form” in Hove (and now London’s Fitzrovia). There’s a “very short menu, so some diners worry they won’t find anything they want – but there’s no need to worry, as it’s all delicious” – and even more “fun sitting at the counter”.
Summary
Italian-Australian ex-lawyer David Toscano’s “great take on Italian food” with “super sharing plates” has won a legion of admirers, including Marina O’Loughlin of the Sunday Times. Popularity (and Covid) meant he outgrew his original tiny site in Brighton’s Vine Street, but the newer Hove venue “has really upped its game”. A London spinoff opened in Fitzrovia in May 2021.
Summary
“Brighton & Hove’s top Italian” – David Toscano’s larger (35-seat) Hove spin-off is in a similar vein to his Brighton original, but generates a shade more enthusiasm. “Inventive and delicious dishes on an Italian theme are made from local produce” and are matched with some good wines.
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60 Western Road, Brighton, BN3 1JD
Restaurant details
Prices
| Availability | 2 courses | 3 courses |  |
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| Lunch | £18.00 | £24.00 |  |
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Traditional European menu
| Starter | Main | Pudding |
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| £12.00 | £20.00 | £8.50 |
| Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £30.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £3.50 |
| Extras |
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| Service | 12.50% |
60 Western Road, Brighton, BN3 1JD
Opening hours
| Monday | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | 5 pm‑11:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 5 pm‑11:30 pm |
| Thursday | 12:30 pm‑11:30 pm |
| Friday | 12:30 pm‑11:30 pm |
| Saturday | 12:30 pm‑11:30 pm |
| Sunday | CLOSED |
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