WHAT
Pub
WHERE
A27, Junction Milton St; 2 minutes
WHEN
Bar: Mon-Sat 11.30am-11pm, Sun noon-10.30pm
Kitchen: Mon-Sat noon-2.30pm, 6pm-9pm, Sun noon-4pm, 5pm-8pm
Dog friendly
Kid friendly
Disabled access
Free WiFi for visitors
Vegetarian or vegan options
Gluten-free options
Organic
Parking available onsite
Recycling/sustainability practices
Travellers coasting between Brighton and Eastbourne, pat yourselves on the back for discovering the wonderful food, views and staff at The Sussex Ox. This family-run gastro pub is at the heart of its very own organic farm for zero-food-miles beef, lamb, fruit and vegetables in season.
The wood-beamed Old Bar with its open fire is cosy and snug; the larger Front Room has sprawling views over the South Downs beyond. Opt for a prime Sussex steak or locally landed sea bream, a juicy Ox burger or the courgette, feta and mint fritters. Save space for a homemade Kirsch cherry brownie pud or a boule of zesty lime and ginger vegan ice cream.
Regional and organic wines fill the cellar - try a bottle from Davenport or Hidden Spring vineyards - and Brighton Gin and bottles from breweries like Burning Sky keep the drinks list local. If arriving late, ask for a Garden Room table or a spot on the terrace for panoramic Cuckmere Valley views and, with luck, a flaming sunset behind Firle Beacon.
The Sussex Ox,
Milton Street, Polegate,
BN26 5RL
Tel - 01323 870840
Email - Send email to The Sussex Ox
Web - www.thesussexox.co.uk
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