24-05-2025
We tried Cecconi's at Soho House and this what we thought
Italian food with views across the sea, what's not to love?
When I heard that Cecconi's at Soho House was opening their doors to non-members, I was keen to give it a try and it was a happy day when they invited me over to sample their menu.
Cecconi's has sixteen venues across the globe, with several of their restaurants having reportedly hosted some of the biggest names in the celebrity world.
A restaurant chain approved by the A listers; I had high expectations. And I must say I was not disappointed.
The restaurant's interior (Image: The Argus Staff) Cecconi's Brighton venue is tucked away, just off Marine Parade, and looks to bring a slice of Northern Italy to Brighton's seafront.
The restaurant features both indoor and outdoor dining, with a large terrace area offering panoramic views across the beach and a fantastic spot to watch the sunset on a summers evening.
We took a seat at a table next to the window, where we began our evening with a drink. I went for the apple and honey mocktail which was both refreshing and the perfect alcohol alternative.
I was particularly impressed by the number of options for alcohol-free cocktails, something which can often be limited at a lot of restaurants.
For starters, we decided to share some calamari, a dish which was clearly popular among diners as we saw many the dish brought out throughout the evening.
Calamari, alongside the honey and apple mocktail (Image: The Argus Staff) As someone who can be a little bit fussy when it comes to seafood, the calamari was delicious. The fish was not chewy and the battered coating was really flavoursome, pairing perfectly with the aioli dip.
The portion size was also very generous, and having already indulged in some focaccia offered on entry, I was conscious to not spoil my main meal.
For main course, I chose the buffalo mozzarella, tomato, and basil pizza. There was a good amount of cheese, and you could taste the quality and freshness of the ingredients used.
Our main course (Image: The Argus Staff) My dining partner chose the pork chop with borlotti beans and gremolata, with a side of chips. The piece of pork was huge, the meat very tender with a lovely taste. The beans also complimented the dish well.
By this point, I must admit I was feeling a little defeated by the level of carbs I had consumed. However, the temptation of at least looking over the dessert menu was too much.
Easily persuaded, and taking a recommendation from staff, we ordered the choux bun.
The giant pastry came with caramel ice cream, alongside a huge gravy boat filled with chocolate which you able to able to pour over the top. Hidden inside the profiterole you could also find rhubarb, which added a lovely sharpness to the rich, chocolaty flavours.
The choux bun (Image: The Argus Staff) I can see why it's a favourite among customers, just thinking about it is making me hungry!
Overall, my experience at Cecconi's was faultless. The food was delicious, topped off by the fantastic service and relaxing atmosphere.
Staff had a really great understanding of what the restaurant had to offer and were consistently on hand to offer advice and recommendations.
The food was of a really high standard, and although slightly pricier than other places in the city, I feel that the product you receive is good value and worth that little extra.
If you are looking for a new restaurant to try this weekend with seafront views and impeccable service, Cecconi's is definitely worth a visit.
