Fusion of Cultures, Fusion of Flavours

At Gandom Charcoal Grill, we believe great food is about more than just eating. It is about bringing people together, sharing good food, discovering new flavours and creating memories around the table.

Our journey began with a simple passion: to bring the rich, authentic flavours of the Middle East to Hove and give our guests the opportunity to Experience the Taste.

We wanted to create a restaurant where traditional recipes could be enjoyed alongside the warmth and hospitality that are at the heart of Middle Eastern culture. From the moment you walk through our doors, our aim is to make you feel welcome, relaxed and ready to enjoy something special.

We carefully select fresh, quality ingredients and prepare our food with great attention to detail. Many of our dishes are made using traditional methods and recipes, while our charcoal grill gives our meats and kebabs their distinctive smoky flavour. We are constantly learning, improving and developing our menu while staying true to the flavours and traditions that inspired us.

The name Gandom, meaning wheat in Persian, represents something simple but important: food, nourishment and bringing people together. Just as wheat has been an important part of Middle Eastern culture for centuries, food has always played a central role in bringing families and communities together.

Gandom brings together the flavours of Persian, Lebanese and wider Middle Eastern cuisine, creating a menu that offers something for everyone.

Our kitchen is led by a highly experienced chef with a deep knowledge of traditional Middle Eastern and Persian cooking. Over many years, our chef has developed and perfected the techniques needed to create dishes that are full of flavour while respecting their traditional roots.

Our menu takes you on a journey through the Middle East. From Lebanese favourites such as creamy hummus, smoky baba ganoush and crispy falafel, to Persian classics such as Kashkeh Bademjan, Ghormeh Sabzi and Gheymieh, each dish has its own character and story.

At the heart of Gandom is our charcoal grill. Our kebabs and grilled meats are carefully marinated, prepared and cooked over charcoal to create that unmistakable smoky flavour. Whether you choose tender chicken, succulent lamb, juicy kofta or one of our mixed grills, our aim is simple: great ingredients, carefully prepared and cooked to perfection.

For those looking to discover traditional Persian food, dishes such as Ghormeh Sabzi, a rich herb stew with lamb, kidney beans and dried lime, and Gheymieh, a comforting tomato and split-pea stew with tender lamb, offer a real taste of Persian home cooking.

You can also enjoy Baghali Polo, fragrant Persian dill rice with broad beans, served with our slow-cooked lamb shank, or Chicken Kabse, a beautifully spiced and aromatic rice dish with tender chicken.

And of course, no Middle Eastern meal is complete without something sweet. Finish your meal with traditional baklava or our delicate saffron ice cream, bringing together the wonderful flavours of saffron and pistachio.

We are proud to bring something different to Hove and to share the food and hospitality we love with our local community.

Whether you are joining us for a family meal, a dinner with friends, a special celebration or simply a charcoal-grilled meal after a busy day, we want every visit to Gandom to be enjoyable and memorable.

We do not simply want you to come and eat. We want you to discover new flavours, enjoy traditional dishes, share good food with the people around you and, most importantly, Experience the Taste.

Welcome to Gandom Charcoal Grill.