The Secret Garden at Oeuf

Tucked behind our award-winning brunch restaurant on Third Avenue in Hove, the secret garden at Oeuf is one of Brighton & Hove’s best-kept outdoor dining spots. A private, sun-dappled space surrounded by big trees and pink parasols, it’s the kind of place where a quick coffee turns into a long afternoon. And nobody minds.

 

Whether you’re here for brunch with friends, a solo coffee and a book, or afternoon spritzes with your dog at your feet, the garden welcomes everyone. We’ve recently extended the space, so there’s now even more room for walk-ins and bigger groups to settle in and enjoy the sunshine.

 

Outdoor Brunch in the Heart of Hove

Oeuf serves breakfast and brunch seven days a week from 9am to 4pm, and the garden is open throughout. Every dish on our menu can be enjoyed outside, from our signature Frumpets and award-winning Full English to plant-based plates and eggs every way you can think of. Our food is locally sourced, seasonally driven, and served with the kind of care that earned us Best Brunch in Brighton & Hove two years running at the BRAVO Awards.

 

There’s something about eating brunch outdoors in Brighton that just hits differently. The garden catches the sun beautifully, and the parasols and tree canopy give you shade whenever you need it. It’s a proper al fresco dining experience without the noise and wind of a pavement table: sheltered, private, and genuinely relaxing.

 

Not Just for Brunch: Afternoon Spritzes & Drinks in the Garden

The garden isn’t only for people ordering food. If you want to pop in for a coffee, a glass of wine, or something from our cocktail menu, you’re more than welcome. Grab a seat, crack open a book, and let the afternoon disappear.

 

We also run a weekday spritz deal that’s perfect for afternoon lounging in the garden:

 

• Two spritzes for £14, Monday to Friday, 1pm to 4pm
• Two spritzes, truffle fries & Nocellara olives for £20, the full afternoon sorted

 

It’s the best excuse to take a long lunch, catch up with a friend, or just sit in the sun with a cold drink and nowhere to be. Few outdoor restaurants in Brighton and Hove offer this kind of relaxed, garden-first drinking experience, and it’s one of the things that makes Oeuf different.

 

Dog Friendly Outdoor Dining in Brighton & Hove

Dogs are welcome in the garden at Oeuf. We know that finding a genuinely dog friendly brunch spot in Brighton and Hove, one with proper outdoor space rather than just a pavement seat, isn’t always easy. The secret garden gives your four-legged friend room to relax while you enjoy your food and drinks in the sunshine. It’s one of the reasons locals keep coming back.

 

Can I Book the Garden?

No, you can’t book a guaranteed garden spot. When you make a booking, please do write in the notes that you’d like to be in the garden and we’ll always try to accommodate where possible. Walk-ins are also welcome on a first come, first served basis, and with the newly extended garden, there’s more space than ever.

 

Why the Secret Garden at Oeuf?

Brighton and Hove has plenty of cafes with a few outdoor tables, but a private walled garden with mature trees, parasols, and a proper restaurant menu behind it? That’s rarer than you’d think. Here’s what sets the garden at Oeuf apart:

 

• A genuinely private space, surrounded by trees, away from the street, no traffic noise
• Award-winning food: Best Brunch in Brighton & Hove, two years running
• Drinks without dining: come for a coffee, cocktail or spritz without needing to order food
• Dog friendly, properly, not just technically
• Walk-ins welcome, plus a newly extended space for bigger groups
• Sun and shade: pink parasols and a natural tree canopy so you’re comfortable all day

 

Where to Find Us

Oeuf is at 8 Third Avenue, Hove, BN3 2PX, a stone’s throw from the seafront and just off Church Road. The garden is accessed through the restaurant. We’re open seven days a week, 9am to 4pm, for breakfast, brunch, drinks and more.

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

 

Is the garden open all year round?

The garden is open whenever the weather allows. During warmer months it’s available throughout our opening hours (9am to 4pm, seven days a week). On cooler or wet days, we have plenty of cosy indoor seating too.

 

Do I need to book to sit in the garden?

You don’t have to. Walk-ins are welcome on a first come, first served basis.

 

Can I just come for drinks without ordering food?

Absolutely. The garden is open for coffees, cocktails, wine, and spritzes. You don’t need to order from the food menu. It’s a lovely spot to read, relax, or catch up over a drink.

 

Is the garden dog friendly?

Yes, dogs are very welcome in the garden. It’s a proper outdoor space with plenty of room for them to settle in comfortably.

 

How big is the garden? Can it handle a larger group?

We’ve recently extended the garden so it now seats more guests than before. It’s suitable for bigger groups as well as couples and solo visitors. If you’re planning a gathering, contact us in advance and we’ll help arrange it.

 

What’s the afternoon spritz deal?

Monday to Friday between 1pm and 4pm, we offer two spritzes for £14. Or upgrade to two spritzes, truffle fries and Nocellara olives for £20, ideal for a relaxed afternoon in the garden.

 

Where exactly is Oeuf?

We’re at 8 Third Avenue, Hove, BN3 2PX, just off Church Road and a short walk from Hove seafront. The secret garden is at the rear of the restaurant.