Modern Indian · Brighton
Worth knowing before you book: lunchtime is the sweet spot here, when the room is relaxed and the set thali — curry, onion bhajis, warm naan, rice, poppadom and chutneys for around £18 — lands fast and feeds a child easily, since portions are generous enough that people regularly take some home. Evenings get busy and service slows, which is a long wait with a hungry toddler. The team is unfailingly patient; one group who turned up an hour early were seated without fuss. High chairs, a kids' menu, buggy access and outdoor seating are all sorted, and there are vegan choices too. Butter chicken is the safe bet for small palates — tender and plentiful — while grown-ups rave about the oxtail madras, the prawn biryani and the crispy rasam vadai. Bar tables by the window are good for a quick bite.
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.
A cosy Brighton tea house in the Lanes serving cakes, cream teas, and light meals, rated 4.6 by over 400 visitors.
A converted church with masses of room, huge cheap breakfasts and family-friendly staff — but come early, the music gets loud.
A cosy Lanes pub with real fires, roomy nooks, a kids' menu and high chairs — famous for its huge fish and chips and Sunday roasts.