The best Vietnamese restaurants in Brighton

The Big Bowl in Brighton is a family-run Vietnamese restaurant that's known for serving some of the most authentic Vietnamese cuisine in the area. Using quality produce sourced locally, the Vietnamese kitchen turns out classic dishes such as summer rolls, pho, and bánh mì sandwiches. You can sit down in the bright, modern, yet simply furnished restaurant for a pleasant meal in a welcoming setting, or get your food to go.

Earl's is a standout for sandwiches in Brighton & Hove, widely regarded as the go-to spot for an exceptional Vietnamese bánh mì sandwich. Their baguettes are baked fresh on site and stuffed with zesty fillings, from Maggi-marinated chicken with pâté and sambal mayo to rich, smoky pork char siu. Plant-based options are available as well, and you can grab a traditional Vietnamese iced coffee here too.

Milk No Sugar keeps things refreshingly understated, and that low-key approach is exactly what makes it appealing. This cosy café-restaurant brews speciality coffee alongside cooked-to-order Vietnamese dishes. The menu is short and sweet, covering all the essentials – pho, bánh mì, spring rolls, and a handful of extras. It's the kind of spot where a great lunch and a proper caffeine fix go hand in hand and don't cost the earth.

You can fin the contemporary Pho eateries all over the UK, adopting a fast-casual approach to traditional Vietnamese cuisine – and it works. Steaming bowls of pho, wok-tossed noodles, fragrant curries, punchy salads, and other options can all be found on the menu here, served quickly and professionally. It's easy-going, affordable, and family-friendly, making it a convenient choice for a host of occasions.