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Blenio Bistro

87 - 93 Dyke Road | Seven Dials, Brighton BN1 3JE, England
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Ranked #68 of 591 restaurants in Brighton
Hours:
Mon 10:00 - 16:00
19:00 - 22:00
Tue 10:00 - 21:00
Fri - Sun 11:00 - 15:00
18:00 - 22:00
Cuisines: French, Italian
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Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Description: Blenio Bistro is the first Brighton-based venture from award-winning restaurateurs Peter Bruschi and Paula Black, and this all-day bistro brings a breath of fresh air to the city���s iconic Seven Dials neighbourhood. The all-white, light-filled restaurant is decorated with bright splashes of colour and artworks by local artists, and Blenio���s menu is filled with rustic European dishes with a French twist. Perfect for business breakfasts, lazy lunches, coffee-and-cake breaks and stylish evening meals, this hip eatery attracts a trendy local crowd and we love everything from the traditional Sunday roasts and signature moules mariniere to the selection of croissants, muffins and pastries for brunch.
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Horsham, United Kingdom
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49 reviews 49 reviews
29 restaurant reviews
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63 helpful votes 63 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

For me, it has to be Masterchef material for me to give 5 stars. But this is as close as it gets. Lovely, well laid out, quiet, candlelit, subtle restaurant. No pretentiousness. Professional! Quiet music. Just right!! Great choice of food, limited wine menu...........but hey, it's ok. Gavi de Gavi very good. So if Peter and Paula want me to... More

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We went with friends who use this restaurant reasonably frequently and it is our second visit. The menu has a good range and the wine list is reasonably extensive but, as someone, else says, it is all a little on the expensive side. The service was very quick and attentive and the food was very nice but there was quite... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013 via mobile

Food was fine but service not great. The first 3 wines we asked for, they did not have and at that point we had spent a while looking and they took our food order. As a result ended up with no wine when our starters came out. Also with all courses there was a fair wait between the first to... More

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Brighton, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

Nice restaurant, nice atmosphere, but too expensive in my opinion. Well, alhough the food is delicious it is not worth its big price. I think that Blenio just "seems" a great restaurant but it isn't. It is worth to give it a try especially in an occasion like Valentine's Day but be ready to pay more that what you will... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013 via mobile

We arrived late on a Saturday evening but we were fitted in and served promptly. We all enjoyed a very good meal friendly service and reasonable pricing. We would definitely return.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2013

I've lived up on the Dials for about 3 years now and walked past Blenio many times without even knowing it existed. When we did notice it, it kept on being said that we would go- but somehow we never got round to it, however with the closure of Sam's of Sevendials and the Tin Drum we needed a new... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2013

Did not disappoint, venue was rustic and charming. Service was friendly and efficient. Food was delicious.

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Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 December 2012

Relaxed atmosphere. Great food and friendly staff make this the perfect place to eat for a special celebration or a relaxed evening with friends

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Brighton, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 December 2012

We have visited this charming restaurant a number of times, and on Friday night we returned after a long absence to receive a welcome as warm as though we had been there last week. The ballotine of lamb was beautifully presented and a gem of a main course. Although the restaurant was busy with pre-Christmas parties, the service was attentive... More

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Brighton, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 December 2012

So having lived on 7 dials for a few years, this was always on my list to visit. Last night we took the plunge and weren't disappointed. Its a deceptively large restaurant, with other diners not crammed in next to each other. It manages to combine a very cosy atmosphere with interesting decor. Gravelaxe salmon starter was fantastic, and the... More

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