What a time to live in Brighton & hove

We've been making the most of sunny evenings on the beach after long, hot days and the sea is warming up finally. At the cafe, iced drinks are leaving the bar before 9am, Isle of Wight tomatoes are flying out of the kitchen, and we're chatting all day long about just how hot it really is.

With Pride just around the corner, On the beach 2026 is happening this weekend, the city is starting to buzz. Summer has well and truly arrived at Black Mocha.

It's officially iced drinks season

Iced Black Mocha, Blueberry Matcha, all the matcha, Cold Brew, house made iced teas, fresh pressed juice, frozen mint Lemonade, we've got plenty of reasons for you to stop by and cool down.

If you're walking through the North Laine, call in.

Turkish Eggs are back

By popular demand they're back on the menu for the summer season.

Garlic yoghurt, poached organic eggs, Aleppo chilli, ‘nduja oil, fresh herbs, nut free pesto and toasted garlic sourdough

Tomato Season

This is one of our favourite times of year to bring in our seasonal favourite

Isle of wight heritage tomatoes, nectarines, basil, mozzarella on toast

Isle of Wight heritage tomatoes, mozzarella, nectarines, basil, za'atar and toasted sourdough.

Super popular and delish, simple quality ingredients, at their best.

it’s Salad seasoN!

Ask what’s on today and you will get a beautiful seasonal chef’s salad that changes daily, roasted vegetables, crushed peas and broad beans, mixed leaves and smoked seeds, house dressing. Add Parma ham, feta or house made hummus.

independent Brighton

This year marks 12 years of Black Mocha. From very humble beginnings, we've built something we're incredibly proud of. None of it would have been possible without our regulars, our neighbours and everyone who's discovered us along the way. Thank you.

Every time you choose independent, you're helping businesses like ours create places where people connect, catch up and feel welcome.

That's why we're proud to support the VATs Enough campaign, alongside thousands of hospitality businesses across the UK. Independent cafés, restaurants and pubs are part of what gives Brighton—and communities across the country—their character.

Every visit makes a difference. We employ local people, buy from local suppliers wherever we can, and work hard to create a place that's good for our community—socially, culturally and economically.

Thank you for being part of it.

Summer has arrived!