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Summary
South Indian street food and craft beer combine to popular effect at this brightly painted “shabby-chic” venue in the Lanes, and its Kemptown spinoff. Evenings find more substantial curries and tandoor dishes on the menu.
Summary
Albeit “casual” and “relaxed”, this “shabby chic” South Indian in the Lanes (with offshoots in Kemptown and at the station) is a “great find”, and the “award-winning selection of craft beer and great array of alcohol-free brews for drivers is a great bonus”.
Summary
Albeit “casual” and “relaxed”, this “shabby chic” South Indian in the Lanes (with offshoots in Kemptown and at the station) is a “great find”, and the “award-winning selection of craft beer and great array of alcohol-free brews for drivers is a great bonus”.
Summary
A “very relaxed Lanes curry house with an interesting menu” that explores south Indian cuisine, plus a good selection of craft beer. “It’s not a posh joint but the smiling service helps make it a great place to visit.” Launched in 2014, it now has a Kemptown offshoot and a kiosk at the station.
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Prices
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Wine per bottle | £24.00 |
Filter Coffee | £3.00 |
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Service | 10.00% |
60 Ship St, Brighton, BN1 1AE
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Opening hours
Monday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 5 pm‑10 pm |
Tuesday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 5 pm‑10 pm |
Wednesday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 5 pm‑10 pm |
Thursday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 5 pm‑10 pm |
Friday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 5 pm‑10:30 pm |
Saturday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 5 pm‑10:30 pm |
Sunday | 1 pm‑9 pm |
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