Blenio Bistro

The food was fine but nothing special and it was rather over priced. Service was good, but the manageress was difficult to deal with (there was mistake on the bill). Ambience and decor is what sets Blenio apart from the others and this remains high, however there are plenty of other bistros in Brighton serving far superior food.
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Diana
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Food 5 | Service 6 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 4
Tuesday, August 16, 2011

A great bistro with real heart. Genuine service with a smile. Recommended.
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Marianne
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Food 8 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 8 | Value for money 8
Sunday, August 14, 2011

Had a nice meal here recently. Service a bit slow but friendly. They got our bill wrong and it was a pain to get them to sort it out properly. It almost spoilt our evening.
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Greg
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Food 7 | Service 6 | Atmosphere 6 | Value for money 6
Thursday, December 02, 2010

We really like Thursday fish & chip night at Blenios. This place is always welcoming, intimate and relaxed. The food is always fresh and delicious and the service genuine, friendly and efficient. We think it's a real gem for Brighton and as local residents to the Dials, it feels like a real neighbourhood eatery. Am always recommending people to go there.
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lucy
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Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Friday, November 19, 2010

We went to Blenio for Sunday lunch as we'd read reviews that said it was the best in Brighton. We weren't disappointed.

I had the slow roast belly of pork and it was everything I was hoping for. The portion of meat (with crackling) was a good size and was served with apple sauce, gravy, roast potatoes, brocolli, cabbage and mashed carrot and swede. The meat was delicious, melt in the mouth gorgeousness and the vegetables were not over cooked and complemented each other perfectly. I couldn't quite finish my lunch - there was so much to it and it was quite rich.

My partner had roast beef, which was served with courgettes, yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes, brocolli and gravy. He didn't leave anything on his plate. The meat was lean and tasty and done to perfection. We loved the fact that it wasn't a standard roasted meat with the same vegetables for all - each dish had it's own veggies that complemented the meat.

We had a carafe of red wine and tap water to go with the food.

The staff were lovely, friendly and efficient. The atmosphere was very relaxed and warm. The decor wasn't all to my taste but wasn't offensive in the least.

The price of the meal was very reasonable - approx £11 per roast plus wine.

All in all I would highly recommend this bistro for a sunday roast. The next time I'm in Brighton on a Sunday I will definitely be heading back here again.
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Food 10 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 10
Monday, October 25, 2010

An absolute delight. Food lovely, ambiance and service perfect. It was the nicest dining experience I've had for a long time. And good value for money!
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don hunt
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Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Monday, August 09, 2010

I had lunch at Blenio last weekend. It was wonderful. The staff were attentive and friendly without being "in your face" and the food was sublime. That sounds abit grand, but this place is really down to earth, with good value for money quality food that is interesting without being pretentious. I loved it.
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sarah
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Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 9
Friday, January 08, 2010

My husband and I are new-ish to Brighton but we've squeezed in quite a few meals at Blenio already. It's a real find! Wonderful for lunch - their menu is compact yet varied and the food is absolutely delicious. The staff are really friendly and lovely and the decor is fresh and inspiring. I highly recommend their Sunday lunches.
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Karen Cooper - View all reviews by this user
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Food 9 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 8
Thursday, November 26, 2009

Had a good meal - fresh food, excellent deserts! Service very friendly - but some small mistakes
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Food 9 | Service 6 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 8
Tuesday, November 17, 2009

Food lovely, waitresses fantastic but the head waitress or mangeress is just awful. Fake and irritating she needs to learn some hospitality skills.
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Food 7 | Service 5 | Atmosphere 3 | Value for money 3
Friday, October 16, 2009