Rooftop Bar in Brighton at THE Oculist
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Upstairs at Oculist » a rooftop bar in central Brighton
Upstairs at Oculist is our two-tier roof terrace above Boyce’s Street: a central Brighton spot for cocktails, sun-soaked chats, golden hour drinks and late-night energy.
Come up for daytime drinks, settle in for sunset, or stay into the night as DJs take things from rooftop catch-ups to full Oculist mode. With open-air space, cocktails, beers, spirits and a dancefloor downstairs, it is built for Brighton nights that do not stay in one lane.
Why visit Upstairs at Oculist?
Two-tier roof terrace
» An open-air rooftop space above central Brighton, with city views, sea glimpses and room to reset between drinks and dancing.
Cocktails and drinks
» Signature cocktails, beers, spirits, house pours and back-bar favourites, whether you are starting early or staying late.
DJs and late-night music
» Electronic music, guest selectors, student nights and weekend DJ sets running through the Oculist calendar.
Golden hour and daytime drinks
» A relaxed rooftop setting for sunny afternoons, after-work drinks, weekend meet-ups and pre-night-out plans.
Groups, birthdays and private bookings
» A strong choice for celebrations, student groups, birthday drinks and rooftop parties.
Plan your visit
Location » Upstairs at Oculist, 2 Boyce’s Street, Brighton, BN1 1AN. Find us close to the Lanes, the seafront, the pier and central Brighton nightlife.
Opening hours » Open from daytime drinks through to late-night sessions on selected days. See our current opening hours before you visit.
Atmosphere » Laid-back rooftop energy by day, electronic music and late-night movement after dark.
Experience rooftop culture in Brighton » BOOK A TABLE for golden hour cocktails, drop in for drinks, or check the events calendar for upcoming DJs and parties.
Rooftop bookings & groups
Planning something bigger? Book a table or reserve space on the roof for groups, birthdays and celebrations. Walk-ins are welcome subject to availability, but booking ahead is recommended for weekends and larger groups.
WHY RESERVE?
» Secure space for groups, birthdays and celebrations.
» Reserve a private rooftop area for bigger parties and special occasions.
» Private bartender available on request.
» Priority seating and dedicated service where available.
HOW TO BOOK
» Visit our BOOKINGS page to reserve a rooftop table
Prefer to decide on the night? Walk-ins welcome subject to availability
DON’T MISS THE VIBE
» Check UPCOMING DJ EVENTS for DJ line-ups, student nights and late-night parties
Roof terrace, cocktails,
electronic beats
the perfect combo for Brighton nights.
Before You Head Upstairs…
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The roof terrace is open Wednesday to Sunday, weather and operations permitting, with heated seating for cooler nights. Dedicated rooftop bar service may vary, but drinks are available from the main bar downstairs.
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Walk-ins are welcome, but the terrace fills up quickly, especially on sunny days or DJ nights. Book in advance HERE to lock in a spot.
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Definitely. We accept bookings for small groups and parties, ideal for birthdays, pre-drinks, or end-of-term celebrations. Just hit our bookings page.
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Mostly UK garage, house, disco, and techno, all curated by local talent and headline DJs. Check our EVENTS to see what’s coming up.
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Unfortunately, the rooftop is only accessible via stairs. However, our ground floor is fully accessible, including an accessible toilet. See our ACCESSIBILITY INFO for more information.