Mock Turtle - Brighton

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Mock Turtle

Mock Turtle
3.4 / 5 (5065 reviews)

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This traditional British tea cafe in Brighton has been a longtime favorite for many, offering a wide range of pastries and delicious food options. Despite some mixed reviews regarding the cleanliness of the toilets and the freshness of the cakes, the overall experience seems to be positive for most visitors. The tea room is known for its old-fashioned charm, excellent tea selection, and mouthwatering cakes. Customers particularly enjoy the cream tea and scones, with one group of friends even dubbing it the best cream tea in Brighton. The friendly staff and pleasant service add to the charm of this classic establishment, making it a must-visit for tea lovers and cake enthusiasts alike.

Last update: 25.06.2026 from: Mark

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★ 3.4 / 5 from 5065 reviews
mark-geer-church4581
25.06.2026

You must visit this iconic quaint little tea room. Yes it is in an ' out of the way ' location. Not many people will be wandering down to Pool Valley , other than to catch the bus . It 's situated just off East Street , but is definitely worth a visit. It 's quirky but has a fantastic choice of cakes . The menu is varied and very competitively priced . All the cakes are baked by the owner , who lives above the Tea rooms , I believe . It feels homely , the service is excellent, the cakes are all on

saskya-monchar-1
25.06.2026

Had a lovely lunch at The mock turtle when I visited Brighton. The sandwiches and home made cakes were delicious. The staff were very welcoming and the cafe has a relaxed atmosphere. Don't bother going to a chain cafe as a few steps away is the real deal.

gordon-pearce
25.06.2026

Quite the pleasant surprise, I’m pleased that stumbled into here. I found the prices to be very competitive, especially compared to other venues in town. I had the house specialty, Welsh rarebit, which was very good. My partner had a rock cake too which received a big thumbs up. I don’t know Brighton well but I I think this is the best value for quality venue. It is not a tourist trap, the staff are friendly and not pushy at all. The decor is cool, a good play on an old world British Tea house.

katy-student56
25.06.2026

Beautiful place. Staff were very polite. The omlettes were so fluffy. Portions definitely worth the price.

luis-vidal-fern2313
25.06.2026

Probably the best place to enjoy a tea together with a great and tasty slice of cake. Besides, we enjoyed a lot the tea party with a big and delicious scones. The service were so good and helpful. Also, the decoration is charming.

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