Hanover

Reviews

• Tash M.

  star star star star star 11 June 2026

  We used to live near this pub and always took family members here when they came on a Sunday. The roasts were brilliant (plenty of veg, large yorkshires, thick gravy) and the pizzas were really good too.
  
  Atmosphere here was lovely and a DJ sometimes.

• Gemma G.

  star star star star_border star_border 3 June 2026

  The Hanover has been refurbished recently and is now a smart looking pub specialising in pizzas, with an additional roast menu on a Sunday.
  
  The pub is large and spacious although most of the tables are massive so they probably don't get the most from the space. However, it does have a nice feel to it and there is also a decent outside space, but unfortunately the large awning with patio heaters blocks out any potential sun. I know we are in the UK, but that's even more reason to appreciate the sunshine when it's here, in my opinion!!
  
  The bar staff are friendly and helpful and there is a nice selection of ales on tap, I had a lovely pint of Ruby winter ale.
  
  The roasts are very reasonably priced at £8.95, although the choice is a little limited - beef, pork belly or pork loin. I went for the beef as it was advertised as rare and my friend went for the pork loin. Both were presented well and looked delicious. The beef was rare as stated but I have to say that it lacked a little in flavour, it was quite watery in consistency. The Yorkshire pudding was a little dry and hard, like it had been sat around for a while, and they were a little stingy in the gravy. We asked for more and this was given without a problem. The roast potatoes were fantastic and the highlight of the meal - crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside.
  
  Not the best roast I've ever had, but by no means the worst either. I'll be back to try the pizzas.

• Samantha C.

  star star star star_border star_border 29 May 2026

  The Hanover is a great out of town pub in the centre of Hanover, believe it or not. Its quite swish inside with open brickwork, leather sofas and book cases. It has an unexpected cute outside space with murals and foliage which also has heaters for the brisker evenings. It offers great food and is great for Sunday drinking, particularly in the summer months.  
  
  Its family friendly and offers and children's menu which along with the fact Its one of only good pubs in Brighton that you can actually park at, means its great to take along the kiddie winks.
  
  Its serves traditional pub grub along with 'super' Sunday lunches which are massive and gorgeous. Its a proper traditional Brit pub but not in an old man way, deffo worth a pop along if your in that neck of the woods.

• Marc R.

  star star star star star_border 27 May 2026

  I am in complete agreement with Samantha that this pub is a real gem because of how well it is done. This place isn't cheap which keeps out the students who want to get blind drunk quickly and cheaply. So, the atmosphere is quite laid back especially on a Sunday.
  
  It is a big pub as well which means that you can find a quiet corner or get involved with whatever is going on but it won't be a cheap night.
  
  This is possibly the best pub in the hanover area and there is a lot of pubs in this area.

• Louise E.

  star star star star_border star_border 22 May 2026

  I've been (unfairly) giving this pub a wide berth, as I used to know it as a bit of a dive. Get with the times, Lou! It's really improved! I was there on a very busy but comfortable Saturday night. Nice crowd, nice music, nice atmosphere. The staff were great - friendly and attentive, which is unusual in some places around here. You know - the ones where they're doing you a favour by turning up to work?!
  I'm keen to go back and have a bash at the menu, and will definitely return...