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Noodles and Noodle Soup inBrighton
Where to find the best Noodles and Noodle Soup in Brighton
Brighton is a haven for noodle lovers, offering everything from hand-pulled Chinese noodles to steaming bowls of ramen and fragrant Thai noodle soups.
Whether you’re craving a comforting bowl of tonkotsu ramen, a fiery Tom Yum noodle soup, or the thick, chewy Biang Biang noodles from Shaanxi cuisine, Brighton’s noodle scene has something for everyone.
Some dishes are unique to the city, crafted with fresh, locally sourced ingredients and authentic techniques. From Japanese udon to Vietnamese pho and spicy Sichuan noodles, our guide highlights the best places to slurp, savour, and enjoy top-quality noodles in Brighton.
Shaanxi
Shaanxi in Brighton serves some of the most unique and authentic Chinese noodles and noodle soups in the city. Specialising in hand-pulled Biang Biang noodles, these thick, chewy ribbons of dough absorb rich, aromatic sauces for an unforgettable flavour.
The slow-cooked beef noodle soup is a standout, offering deep, savoury broth with melt-in-the-mouth meat. Another must-try is the spicy lamb noodle soup, packed with bold spices and fragrant herbs.
These dishes, straight from China’s Shaanxi province, are rare finds in Brighton and some might say, the best noodles and noodle soups you’ll taste in the city.
Bonsai Plant Kitchen
Bonsai Plant Kitchen in Brighton offers a fresh, plant-based take on noodle soups, delivering bold flavours and vibrant ingredients. Their ramen-style broth is rich and umami-packed, crafted with miso, shiitake mushrooms, and aromatic spices.
The signature Smoked Miso Ramen is a must-try, featuring hand-pulled noodles, smoked tofu, charred corn, and crispy shallots. Their Laksa-inspired noodle soup brings a fragrant coconut and lemongrass broth with silky noodles, grilled aubergine, and fresh herbs.
Every dish is packed with flavour, completely vegan, and made using fresh, locally sourced ingredients, making Bonsai a top choice for plant-based noodle lovers in Brighton.
Moshimo
Moshimo in central Brighton is a go-to spot for fresh, flavour-packed Japanese noodles and noodle soups. Their ramen bowls are a standout, featuring rich, slow-simmered broths paired with silky noodles and topped with ingredients like tender miso-marinated tofu, grilled mushrooms, or succulent seafood.
The Yasai Ramen is a favourite among plant-based diners, offering a deeply umami vegetable broth, crispy tofu, and fresh greens. Udon lovers can enjoy thick, chewy noodles in a warming dashi-based soup, while their spicy Tan Tan Men ramen delivers a bold sesame and chilli kick.
Moshimo’s commitment to sustainability ensures every bowl is responsibly sourced.
Chilli Brighton
Chilli Brighton serves up bold and authentic Thai flavours with a delicious selection of noodle soups and stir-fried noodle dishes.
Their Tom Yum soup is a fiery, fragrant delight, packed with lemongrass, galangal, lime leaves, and chilli, while the creamy Tom Kha offers a rich coconut broth infused with aromatic Thai herbs.
For stir-fried options, the classic Pad Thai delivers the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and savoury, while the Spicy Drunken Noodles bring a serious chilli kick. Pad Si-Ew, with its smoky soy glaze and thick flat noodles, is a comforting favourite packed with fresh vegetables and flavour.
Nanima Asian Kitchen & Cafe
Nanima Asian Kitchen and Café in Kemptown is a haven for noodle lovers, serving up an ever-changing selection of Asian soups and noodle dishes. Their daily speciality soup often includes comforting bowls packed with fresh noodles, such as fragrant Thai Tom Kha, rich Southern Indian Daal & Raita, or delicate Japanese Shiitake and Oyster Mushroom broth.
Other highlights include the vibrant Indonesian Spicy Tomato & Coriander and the aromatic Vietnamese Chicken Broth. With plenty of Asian noodles to choose from and most soups available as vegan options, Nanima offers something for every taste.
