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Ah'Loys (03) 9596 4133, 278 Bay St, Brighton

The Baths 9539 7000, 251 The Esplanade, Brighton - With great sea views the The Baths restaurant presents excellent classically based dishes at the prices you would expect (mains around $30).

Bok Choy (03) 9592 0253, , 300A New St, Brighton - A new, very glossy version of Choi's in Hawthorn well pitched for a Brighton audience. Good Cantonese food for middle Australia.

Bossy Boots 9596 6825, 106 Bay St, Brighton

Brighton Savoy - Seaview Restaurant (03) 9592 8233, , NULL, 150 The Esplanade, Brighton

Caffe Per Te (03) 9592 0169, 66 Church St, Brighton - Caffe Per Te, is somewhat of an institution in Brighton. The cool, dark wood interior, is a pleasant backdrop for the traditional Italian menu.

The Church Street Pantry (03) 9591 0393, 1 Church St, Brighton - This great cafe in Church Street, overlooking the ground of St. Andrews Church, is a well-kept secret.

Fish Tank (03) 9592 0697, 20 Church St, Brighton

Fox In The Box (03) 9596 0133, 169 Martin St, Brighton

Gibney's Gourmet Food (03) 9596 6700, 136-138 Martin St, Brighton

Half Moon 9591 0611, 120 Church St, Brighton - The clever renovation which transformed the hotel by the station into a smart cafe bistro continues to attract the beautiful young things.

Helios Hellenic Cuisine (03) 9593 1400, , NULL, 15 St Andrews Street, Brighton

Himchuli 9596 1838, , 198 Bay Street, Brighton

Humble House (03) 9592 6747, 11 Church St, Brighton

Il Caminetto (Brighton) 9596 7222, , 284 Bay Street, Brighton

Indian Palace Restaurant 9593 1488, 131 Church St, Brighton

Italy on the Bay (03) 9596 5477, 356-360 Bay St, Brighton - A cosy and warm space with the window over looking the street set with stools, and outside seating as well.

Martin St Cafe & Providore 9530 8010, 147 Martin St, Brighton

Pod Espresso 03, 305 Bay St, Brighton

Railway Cafe And Bar Middle Brighton (03) 9610 6260, Platform 1, Middle Brighton Station, Brighton

Schoolhouse Cafe (03) 9593 2988, 19 St Andrews St, Brighton

Thai Saffron (03) 9592 9097, 135 Church St, Brighton - A complete dining experience are provided by the sumptuous atmosphere and delicately spiced food.

Vivace 9596 9511, , 317 Bay St, Brighton