Harden's says
It’s a case of "Back to the Future" at this beautifully situated site on the front, which operated here under the Due South name from 2004-2011 before becoming Riddle & Finns on the Beach. Now owner Rob Shenton has decided to return to its former branding having moved Riddle & Finns on the Beach to a new location nearby.
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Summary
It has a “lovely setting” on the front, but Rob Shenton’s well-known venue has yet to reestablish itself fully since he decided last year to restore its branding of ten years ago (and to move Riddle & Finns On the Beach – his operation here since 2011 – to a new site). On limited feedback, some locals do rave all-round: others say “it’s not what it used to be – the food’s nicely cooked, but not good value for money”.
Summary
It’s a case of ‘Back to the Future’ at this beautifully situated site on the front, which operated here under the Due South name from 2004-2011, before becoming Riddle & Finns on the Beach. In May 2021, owner Rob Shenton decided to return to its former branding, having moved Riddle & Finns on the Beach to a new location nearby. No reports of the new, er old, regime as yet.
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Due South Restaurant Diner Reviews

"Happy New Year! And oysters, Bloody Mary, and various delicious things with home made crumpets. "

"Really friendly, engaged staff and overall of really fun way to spend a leisurely lunchtime looking at the sea. There were 6 of us and the lobster crumpets were divine - although the mussels were apparently distinctly ropey. Great Bloody Marys. "
139 Kings Road Arches, Brighton, BN1 2FN
Opening hours
Monday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
Tuesday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
Wednesday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
Thursday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
Friday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
Saturday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
Sunday | 12 pm‑6 pm |
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