The best Italian restaurants in the North Laine

For New York–style pizza in the heart of North Laine, Tony's is a must. Classics like margherita and pepperoni sit alongside Tony's Favourite, piled with pepperoni, sausage, stracciatella, hot honey, chillies, and parmesan. The crust is perfectly charred, and the generous portions, along with consistent quality, have earned a loyal local following. Whether you're grabbing a slice to enjoy while wandering North Laine or taking a takeaway home for a cosy night in, Tony's is the place to start.

Since 2006, Si Signore has been serving a proper slice of Italy in the heart of Brighton's North Laine. The menu features all the classics, such as hearty Bolognese, oven-baked lasagna, and the signature Spaghetti alla Signore, served with king prawns and olives. Roman-style pizzas, creamy risottos, and small plates like calamari fritti or panzerotti add variety, while desserts, like the tiramisu, gelato, or an Affogato Si Signore, finish things off perfectly. Italian wines, spritzers, and cocktails are also available.

Since opening their first pizzeria in 2015, Fatto a Mano have expanded across Brighton and even London, earning a reputation for some of the best Neapolitan-style pizza around. The dough is proved for at least 24 hours, topped with everything from classic Margherita to more creative specials, and baked at 450°C for their signature blistered crust.

Pinocchio has been a North Laine classic since 1987, nailing everything you want from a family-run Italian. It's all about fresh, quality pasta, wood-fired pizzas, hearty mains, and desserts that satisfy the sweet tooth. It's spread across two spacious floors, and is perfect for cosy dinners, birthdays, family get-togethers, or a casual night out with friends. It's also just steps from the theatres, ideal for a pre-show bite to eat.

Just a stone's throw from North Laine, Tutto serves Italian food in a beautifully restored former bank. The space is drenched in natural light, filled with vintage wooden touches, and even has outdoor seating for sunny days. It's all about comforting Italian classics, plus an Italian-style Sunday roast, sharing feasts, and a kids' menu. Perfect for date nights, family meals, and even special celebrations.