Brighton is known for its brilliant restaurant scene, informed by its beach-side location along the south coast. The Copper Clam is a great example of this, offering locally-sourced, fresh seafood in its stylish restaurant just a stone's throw from the shore.
Locality is at the core of everything The Copper Clam does, not only working with local fisherman to use daily-caught lobster, but also farmers and growers across the county to provide a selection of Sussex steaks and even sparkling wines from Sussex and Kent. This rustic seafood restaurant provides the perfect backdrop for those looking for some of Brighton’s finest produce, whether you’re popping in for a couple of small plates and drinks, or going all out with a multi-course feast.
The a la carte menu at The Copper Clam starts with small plates such as scallops with mushroom and kimchi smothered in white peppercorn foam, or smoked squid with noodles and lotus root in a chicken broth. Elsewhere, a selection of oysters make for the perfect start to your feast, with a creative range of toppings on offer from bacon, parmesan and Worcestershire sauce to miso oysters with crispy seaweed.
For mains, diners can expect options from the land and the sea. Tuck into fillet or ribeye steaks served with white peppercorn foam and bone marrow, or opt for lobster thermidor with tequila pickled courgette salad, or moules mariniere with a creamy white wine sauce. Or, you could try one of the sharing platters, available in shellfish or surf ‘n’ turf options. Tuck into the likes of lobster, oysters, prawns, squid and mussels, or a mix of seafood served alongside fillet and ribeye steaks - cooked to your specification.
Desserts are particularly indulgent, with everything from plum and apple crumble with apple gel and vanilla ice cream with a chocolate fondant served alongside white chocolate and miso ice cream with honeyed caramel sauce.