Why we love it

The original Curry Leaf Cafe is located in the heart of Brighton's bustling Lanes, just a couple of minutes' walk from the beach. Its colourful, laid-back 75-seat dining space – decked out with exposed brick walls, wooden tables and vintage Indian design touches – operates as a cafe-cum-lunch spot during the day, offering a range of coffees, teas, snacks and traditional South Indian street food, as well as more substantial meals such as thali platters, dosas and Masala-battered fish 'n chips.

In the evenings diners can experience the cafe’s small but diverse dinner menu of tandoor-grilled meats, street food dishes and expertly spiced curries, accompanied by some of Brighton's best craft beers and spiced cocktails.

All ingredients are sourced from local farms where possible, and around half of the menu is vegetarian. A wide selection of vegan and gluten-free dishes is also on offer throughout the day

Wriggle Highlights

Vibrant interior of pot plants and exposed brick
Masala-battered fish 'n chips
Kaffir Gimlet cocktail - it's stunning

“If it’s your first visit, try the Nellore Sweetcorn Vadas – a typically South-Indian street food dish. Also, the Goan Fish Kadi curry is one of the best we’ve ever created”

Euan Sey - Co-Owner at Curry Leaf Cafe