Malaysian · Brighton
Malaysian cooking is the draw here, and the roti is what people come back for — flaky, buttery, properly puffed, and served alongside a curry rather than wrapped around anything. The mutton and chicken curries are thick and aromatic without much heat, which suits smaller palates, and the fried chicken, nasi goreng and nasi lemak all get warm praise. There's a kids' menu, high chairs and vegan options, and the kitchen will swap things about — one family with a prawn allergy had tofu put in their char kway teow with no fuss at all. The room stays calm, music kept low in the background, and a walk-in at lunchtime got a table straight away. Worth knowing: portions can feel small for the money, with mains around £13.
A little something creative for your next meal out. Filled with colouring, simple drawing prompts for cute animals, origami and conversation starters designed to bring more play, laughter and connection to the table. 3 free printable packs for toddlers, preschoolers and primary-aged children.
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