The Lanes is a popular location in Brighton with many great options for pubs and bars, but which are among the highest-rated in the area?

The relatively small area between West Street, East Street, North Street and the sea is a joy to explore.

If you're looking to find an excellent bar to spend an evening at then these are some of the highest-rated in the area according to Tripadvisor and Google Reviews.

5 of the highest-rated pubs and bars in The Lanes

Mesmerist

The Argus: Mesmerist has been well-received by customersMesmerist has been well-received by customers (Image: Tripadvisor)

Address: 1-3 Prince Albert Street, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN1 1HE

Rating: 4/5 (from 796 Tripadvisor reviews) and 4.1/5 (from 2,153 Google Reviews)

One reviewer said: "Great drinks and friendly, staff. The bar manager Troy runs a wonderful team. Clean toilets, well-decorated interior and outdoor seating."

No.32

The Argus: No.32 has been highly commended for both its food and drinkNo.32 has been highly commended for both its food and drink (Image: Tripadvisor)

Address: 32 Duke Street, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN1 1AG

Rating: 4/5 (from 1,022 Tripadvisor reviews) and 4.1/5 (from 853 Google Reviews)

One reviewer: "Unreal evening, the bartenders were amazing - 10/10 would recommend to anyone looking to having [sic] a drink and a dance, bartenders are super friendly and fun! Make the best drinks and so reasonable [sic] priced ❤️ new fave spot!"

Fiddlers Elbow

Address: 11 Boyce's Street, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN1 1AN

Rating: 4/5 (from 170 Tripadvisor reviews) and 4.4/5 (from 1,003 Google Reviews)

One reviewer said: "Fantastic bar staff working at this pub. I’ve been here several times over the past few months and have always been treated with respect, and fun conversation. Best Guinness in town and great pub atmosphere. Cheers to Caleb and Kate especially!"

The Cricketers

Address: 15 Black Lion Street, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN1 1ND

Rating: 4/5 (from 745 Tripadvisor reviews) and 4.4/5 (from 1,772 Google Reviews)

One reviewer said: "This is a good pub with a relaxed atmosphere. I can’t comment on the food as we only stopped for drinks; however, I could have comfortably sat there all afternoon. There’s a kind of dimness to the place and it’s full of knick knacks but it all adds to the ambience.

"It is a little on the small side so seating can sometimes be hard to find; however, I’m sure to be back."

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Twisted Lemon

The Argus: Twisted Lemon has been highly praised for its cocktailsTwisted Lemon has been highly praised for its cocktails (Image: Tripadvisor)

Address: 41 Middle Street, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN1 1AL

Rating: 4/5 (from 402 Tripadvisor reviews) and 4.5/5 (from 875 Google Reviews)

One reviewer wrote: "Visiting a friend. He knows we love cocktails and said he would surprise us, and exactly that he did. This place is a right light gem tucked away. Cocktails were amazing."

Another posted: "This is almost like a hidden gem, as it's located down a small alley that you could easily miss.

"This is primarily a cocktail bar, and boy oh boy can they mix a cocktail!!!

"It is a quirky little venue, with fantastically enthusiastic staff, good prices on the drinks and surprisingly good food!!"