The best halal restaurants in Brighton

Permit Room is the relaxed, all-day offshoot of Dishoom. It serves a mix of beloved Dishoom staples and new dishes from breakfast through dinner, alongside cocktails inspired by Bombay's historic drinking culture. With live DJs and regular events, it's a sociable, easygoing place to eat, drink, and hang out. All of the lamb, chicken, and turkey served here comes from halal-certified suppliers.

Roti King has brought its much-loved Malaysian comfort food to Brighton, extending the reach of the cult London favourite. The menu centres on their signature flaky rotis, whether stuffed with cheese or chicken or paired with rich kari, along with other familiar dishes from the original locations. Set in The Lanes, this halal-friendly Brighton restaurant serves all the classics that made Roti King such a hit in the first place.

Ephesus in Brighton is a warm, rustic Turkish restaurant decorated with exposed brick, lanterns, and traditional artwork. The halal menu covers all the favourites, from meze and kebabs to grilled specials, with Turkish breakfasts served into the afternoon. It's a friendly, inviting spot that works well for family gatherings and laidback celebrations.

Tonkotsu are ramen specialists, known for their deeply flavoured broths and noodles cooked with precision– exactly 32 seconds for that perfect medium bite. The menu goes beyond the bowls, with sides like chilli cauliflower wings and cucumber–mustard seed pickles, plus seasonal specials to keep things fresh. There's even a dedicated kids' menu, making it a solid shout for all ages. All of the chicken served here is halal-slaughtered.

Honest Burgers puts sustainable farming and high-quality, responsibly sourced ingredients at the centre of everything they do – hence the “honest” in the name. As for the “burgers,” expect no-nonsense, flavour-packed burgers served in an unfussy setting and priced sensibly. Though their beef isn't halal, all of their chicken is – you can ask to see the supplier's halal certificate on-site.

Family-run Iranian restaurant Shandiz can be found the centre of Hove. The food turned out by the kitchen is authentic, filling, and tasty, but despite the restaurant being rooted in tradition, the dining area is a modern affair decorated with striking, eye-catching contemporary artworks. The halal-friendly menu starts with an array of hot and cold mezze plates, then moves onto heftier mains such as lamb stew or slow-cooked chicken.

Indian Summer is a bright and lively halal restaurant in Brighton styled with Indian street photography, mirrors, and chandeliers for a modern-meets-traditional feel. The menu covers homestyle curries, fresh breads, thali platters, and other classics, available for both dine-in and takeaway. It's great for groups thanks to sharing menus, and the kitchen is happy to cater to a range of dietary needs.

Pizza Pilgrims is one of the UK's pre-eminent pizzeria chains, and it has a branch in Brighton as well. Their motto, “in crust we trust,” says it all, really – the focus is on expertly prepared Neapolitan-style pizza bases, topped with a range of imported ingredients. Halal diners can enjoy all the non-meat pizzas, as well as those featuring specially sourced halal turkey pepperoni with a bit of a kick to it.

Shiraz is a Brighton & Hove favourite that's often hailed as one of the city's top Persian spots. It even scooped the 2025 Deliveroo Award for Best Middle Eastern Takeaway across the entire South of England and Wales. Inside, expect heaping platters of charred meats, warm breads straight from the oven, and varied meze. All of the meat served here is halal.

Halal-friendly Brighton restaurant Etci Kitchen leans into a sleek, contemporary look, all soft lighting, plush upholstery, mirrored accents, and bursts of floral decor – a setting that works just as well for a laid-back lunch as it does for a celebratory dinner. The family running it first honed their craft in their original spot in Gaziantep, Turkey, before bringing those time-tested recipes to the UK. Regulars of Turkish food will spot all the classics.