Casa Don Carlos

The food was outstanding – the best Spanish food I’ve ever had outside of Spain. A few dishes stood out in particular and were bursting with authentic flavor. The service was excellent and very friendly, and the charming, lively atmosphere made the whole experience even better. For me, Casa Don Carlos is an absolute must when I’m in Brighton!

The best tapas in Brighton! The man who looked after us was absolutely delightful and made my friend’s birthday dinner a very special occasion.

Went on recommendation from a friend who said it was amazing. She was so right. As we were going to the theatre we called at 4:30 Sun afternoon. The fact that it was empty was a little concerning but we were welcomed warmly - given options of tables and felt at home. Within 20 minutes the restaurant started to fill and it's no secret why. The food was amazing, each dish stood out in it's own right , very flavoursome and tasty. Only negative thing is the price of the desserts - a tad expensive .

The most disappointing thing about this restaurant was the food. We ordered several tapas and all of them were unseasoned and bland, even sprinkling some salt didn't help. The only good thing about the whole experience was the service.

I had one of the most disappointing dining experiences here. From the start, the waiter approached us and casually said “bread, olives” — no mention of cost — which gave the clear impression it was a complimentary welcome gesture. I agreed, only to later find out they charged for five people for these items without ever explaining that they were not free. When ordering, I asked for water only and was met with brusque, unfriendly service. Any questions I had about the menu were met with impatience. The food itself was mediocre at best, and the prices were shockingly high compared to far better restaurants in Brighton. When the bill arrived and I challenged the extra charges, the manager (who I believe is the owner) dismissively pointed to the menu. To make matters worse, another waitress jumped into the conversation with the absurd comment that “everything in the UK is expensive” — as if that justified misleading customers. This kind of practice feels deliberately deceptive. I told the manager to stop pulling tricks like this, but judging by his reaction, I doubt anything will change.

There’s a wide variety of tapas plates to choose from, with plenty of vegetarian options available. The food was excellent, the service was fast, and the atmosphere was warm and welcoming. I’d highly recommend this place to anyone looking for an authentic Spanish tapas experience in Brighton.

The food is great, we order four tapas, breads and one dessert, was a good amount for two people. I would say the price is great cuz it’s kinda not cheap, but it’s definitely worth to try. Staffs are very kind and friendly, and I love the banana pie we had in the end, we should have ordered two and not sharing one plate haha, was the best pie I have in the months and I am a pie lover aahah.