Brighton

THE PEARLY COW STORY

Welcome to Pearly Cow- an independent collection of restaurants created by three brothers, Tristan, James and Tom Guest. Together, they have a love of creating wonder-filled dining-destinations with never-tried-before dishes, sure to make an impression.

They created Pearly Cow in 2022, with the first Cow of the Herd launching in York, followed by Margate in 2023 and Brighton in 2024. What actually is Pearly Cow though? Well, it's all about indulgence. It’s the feeling of finding a pearl in an oyster shell. It’s a bit of magic.

We serve the finest cuts of meat cooked over open flame, and the freshest seafood on ice. Our chips will change your life (IYKYK), and our soufflés are just something else too.

Each Pearly Cow is headed by an exceptional Executive Chef and their team. At Pearly Cow Brighton, that's Andrew MacKenzie. Formerly of local landmark The Salt Room, and household name Soho House, Andrew is a Brighton-boy through-and-through and loves the Pearly Cow approach to dining.

Read on to discover our local suppliers and our five pearls of wisdom...

Our pearls of wisdom

It's Elementary

Our cooking and presentation techniques are simple, and we think, the best. Searing flavour over open flame and preserving delicacies on ice. On the menu, there’s raw and light and smoky and deep. We keep it simple to put nature first. It’s elementary, no pun intended.

Mother Nature

We obsess about the changing seasons to serve up flavours that take you back. The first spears of asparagus, the first hedgerow fruits. The moments we all look forward to each year, are celebrated here at our sustainable restaurants.

Best of British

Pearly Cows are found from York to Brighton. Around each one we’ve found the best-of-the-best suppliers to showcase British produce, from Yorkshire beef to Whitstable oysters. Wherever you dine, you’ll benefit from the whole Herd’s knowledge.

Feeling at Home

Dining is not just about the food, but also about the experience, the feeling. Our friendly staff are dedicated to providing a memorable and relaxing experience and ensuring that every guest feels at home in Pearly Cow.

The Vibe

Pearly Cows are designed to create a buzzing atmosphere where guests can relax whilst also feeling that little bit of magic - and it's why it's one of the hottest restaurant brands out there. Pearly Cow is every bit at home serving up celebratory meals for weddings and parties in our private rooms or with total buy outs, as a date-night dinner for two. It’s the best of both.

our suppliers

R&J

R&J is a Yorkshire-born-and-bred family farm and butcher that's been earning loyalty since the 1850s. They refer to their farming style as Low and Slow. Low being the level of impact on nature, and Slow being the natural pace at which their animals grow because they freely graze. R&J also source from a cooperative of small-scale, specialist Yorkshire farmers. The reason being they are all about supplying the best, not just their own.

randjyorkshiresfinest.co.uk

Munneries

Munneries, which began as Munnery & Son in 1919 (the same year as BA!), has gone from strength to strength as a green grocer for over 100 years. The business was in Munnery family ownership until 1996, when John & Julie Barker-Muzzell took up the mantle. Remaining true to the original vision of the business with a strong focus on green practice, we are delighted to be stocking our fruit & vegetables from Munneries, which is based just over 30 miles away from the restaurant.

munneries.co.uk

Hodgson Fish

Hodgson Fish started with the creation of a smokehouse in 1850. Generations have handed down to generations, and it is now a Hartlepool-based legend of fish expertise. Exceptional freshness is a given. Their knowledge is priceless – we've never met a more discerning seafood supplier. And Hodgson ensures they only supply us with catch that is ethically sourced both in terms of fishing technique and fisherperson pay.

hodgsonfish.co.uk

Orchard Eggs

Orchard Eggs are a family run business, established in 2008 when Karen & Daniel Hoeberichts moved to East Sussex from the Netherlands - knowing they wanted to created a biodynamic chicken farm. Since then, the farm has become firmly established, with them raising their own birds to join their flock these days, now being totally in control of the quality of life the birds have, and resultantly, their fabulous eggs. The farm is less than 30 miles from Pearly Cow Brighton.

myorchardeggs.co.uk

Real Patisserie

Alistair and Alice Gourlay established Real Patisserie in Brighton in 1997. Alistair trained in Paris where he perfected the art of patisserie, and since opening their first shop in Brighton, they've gone on to launch three more in Hove and Worthing, as well as providing their handmade products to the hospitality industry. They bake with sustainability in mind, and have won a clutch of awards for their products, and have been recognised nationally by competing on Bake Off: The Professionals.

realpatisserie.co.uk