Our Story: Fourth and Church
An Award-Winning Restaurant, Wine Bar, and Wine Shop in Hove
It all started in the ‘90s when Paul and Sam met working at Brighton’s lauded Terre a Terre. After years honing their craft in Michelin-starred kitchens and hotel management, they teamed up again with a shared vision: to build the blueprint for Fourth and Church.
Their inspiration came from a love of global dining—from devouring aged Jamon and chilled fino in the noisy bars of Sevilla, to post-shift cocktails in New York's late-night chef hangouts, to lazy lunches in sun-soaked European vineyards where simple, local ingredients took center stage.
““We wanted to create a place of our own—an understated, informal setting delivering a glass of something exceptional alongside a plate that packs big, unexpected flavours.””
Bringing Bold Flavours to Church Road Driven by endless enthusiasm, Paul and Sam took a punt on a site in Hove in 2015. They craved a true neighborhood feel, seeking to create an informal, comfortable space to introduce the unusual, vibrant flavours they loved to a wider audience. Since opening—and following a radical refit in 2019—Fourth and Church has refined that original vision, evolving into an exciting destination for food and drink.
Award-Winning Dining & Exceptional Wines Now in our tenth year, we are proud to be an award-winning Hove restaurant and a premier destination for wine lovers across the UK. Whether you are looking for a thoughtfully curated multi-course menu, seasonal plates inspired by the Levant and Southern Europe, or a welcoming wine bar in Hove to discover something new, our friendly, informed team is here to guide you.
We are renowned for our food and wine pairings, hosting events from Manzanilla masterclasses to Grower Champagne showcases. As a dedicated wine shop, our famous ‘wall of wine’ highlights niche producers and boasts the largest Sherry collection on the South Coast, alongside specialties from Jura, Savoie, Spain, and Italy.
Our Community Located at No. 84—right where Fourth Avenue meets Church Road—Fourth and Church sits proudly at the heart of an exciting hub of independent venues. We feel immensely privileged to be part of this diverse, thriving community just outside the boundaries of central Brighton.