Near Brighton
Looking for authentic Greek food near Brighton?
Brighton has hundreds of places to eat, but a genuine, family-run Greek taverna is rare. Meze Meze is about 20 minutes along the coast in Lancing, on a direct train from Brighton station.
We cook the way Greek families do at home: generous sharing plates, meat and fish from the charcoal grill, slow-cooked kleftiko and stifado, and baklava made with honey syrup.
Direct from Brighton
Around 20 minutes on a direct Southern train, and we're on the same road as Lancing station.
The real thing
Independent and family-run, with recipes from Greek and Cypriot home kitchens.
An evening, not just a meal
The meze arrives a few plates at a time, so you can take your time.
Celebrations welcome
Birthdays, anniversaries and group dinners, with a warm family welcome.
Why people come from Brighton
Our guests tell us they come for the food and stay for the welcome. It's a relaxed, neighbourhood restaurant rather than a busy city-centre chain, so you get time, space and a family who care about every plate.
Try the meat or fish meze for the full experience, or order your favourites: calamari, haloumi, souvlaki, moussaka, and the kataifi for afters.
Making a night of it
Trains run regularly between Lancing and Brighton through the evening, but check the last train before you settle in for another round. If you're coming as a big group, call us and we'll set up a long table.
Online booking is for up to 6 guests. For bigger groups, call 01903 765333 or email info@mezemezelancing.co.uk and we'll set up the tables and menu for you.
Getting here from Brighton
- By train
- Direct Southern trains from Brighton to Lancing take around 20 minutes along the West Coastway line. We're on South Street, the same road as Lancing station.
- By car
- About 9 miles west, around 25–30 minutes via the A27.
- By bus
- The Stagecoach Coastliner 700 runs from Brighton along the coast to Lancing.
Times are approximate. Get directions.
Book your table
7+ guests? Call 01903 765333 or send a party enquiry.
Google & TripAdvisor reviews
What our guests say
4.9from 483 reviews on Google
From TripAdvisor
4.7from 355 reviews
This place is my fava-rite.
“Visited Meze Meze on Sunday with my family for a surprise birthday lunch. There was a party of 11 of us and everything from the service, to the food quality and the value for money were absolutely first class. It's a gem of a authentic restaurant and well worth the visit. I highly recommend it. 👌”
Oh so good
“Wow what a little gem this place is. The food is amazing and so much of it. We needed a doggy bag. Sandra the owner and her husband the chef are great. She's as mad as a box of frogs but super friendly. Great value for money too. When next in Worthing we will definitely return.”
Another excellent meal
“6 of us attended Meze Meze at the weekend and thought the food and service was great. All the food is cooked freshly and tastes/looks very appealing. Also seems very reasonable for the quality you receive. We will be back again soon!!”
A MUST VISIT
“Amazing food , host was friendly, welcoming nothing to much trouble Highly recommend , a must visit and may need to book as popular”
Just amazing!
“Food was lovely great service not too expensive and big meals. The crispy meatballs were absolutely amazing and the chocolate fudge cake”
Questions people ask
Is there an authentic Greek restaurant near Brighton?
Meze Meze is an independent, family-run Greek restaurant in Lancing, about 20 minutes from Brighton by direct train. Everything is home-cooked.
How do I get to Meze Meze from Brighton?
Take a direct Southern train from Brighton to Lancing (around 20 minutes). We're on South Street, the same road as the station. By car it's about 25–30 minutes via the A27.
What is meze?
Meze is a Greek way of eating: lots of small dishes brought to the table to share. Our meze feast includes dips, hot and cold starters and then a selection of main courses, for two or more people.
Do I need to book?
We recommend it, especially at weekends. You can book online for up to 6 guests, or call 01903 765333 for larger groups.
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