Manju’s is a small family-run Indian restaurant at 6 Trafalgar Street in Brighton’s North Laine. Named after the family matriarch whose ambition to run a restaurant was realised at the age of eighty, the intimate 24-cover space gives the meal a personal, welcoming character.
Gujarati vegetarian cooking is the foundation of the menu, with recipes shaped by Manju’s life and Dipali’s professional training in Surat. Dishes are prepared with care and served as sharing plates, allowing diners to explore several combinations of spice, texture and regional technique.
Street snacks and savoury bites can lead into curries, breads and other substantial dishes, while the occasional thali format brings multiple tastes together on one plate. The plant-focused approach includes vegan and other adaptable choices, depending on the current menu and preparation.
The restaurant’s compact size and limited service days make advance booking particularly useful. Guests with allergies or intolerances should give the team plenty of notice so ingredients and suitable options can be discussed before the visit.
Address: 6 Trafalgar Street, North Laine, Brighton BN1 4EQ, England