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Unithai Oriental Market

Discover Unithai Oriental Market in Brighton, a tiny Thai noodle bar hidden behind a grocery store. Reader-favorite for two decades, known for affordable pork noodle soup and authentic flavors.

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The story

Unithai Oriental Market, Brighton: Authentic Thai Noodle Bar & Market

Behind the Grocery Shelves

Unithai Oriental Market occupies a unique spot on Church Road in Brighton, located directly behind the aisles of its accompanying Asian grocery store. This tiny restaurant and noodle bar has delivered authentic Thai cooking for over twenty years, securing a Readers Recommend distinction in The Good Food Guide 2026 for its steadfast commitment to value and flavor.

The Pork Noodle Staple

Diners frequently cite the pork noodle soup, marked as item 6B, as the standout dish capable of lifting spirits after a long day. The kitchen simmers a rich broth carrying traditional Thai spices, offering a comforting meal at prices that maintain the restaurant's reputation for affordability. This reliable bowl exemplifies the straightforward success of the kitchen.

Compact Market Dining

The compact footprint of the dining area fosters a cozy environment where the proximity to market stalls grounds the meal in a local context. This layout reinforces the direct link between the fresh ingredients available for purchase and the recipes prepared for seated guests. Unithai remains a beloved local destination in Hove, recognized for its consistency and genuine hospitality as a cornerstone of Brighton's Thai dining scene.

Recognition

Awards & accolades

2026
The Good Food Guide
Readers Recommend

Details

At a glance

The Good Food Guide 2026 — Readers Recommend
Cuisines Thai

History

On the record

2026
The Good Food Guide — Readers Recommend

'Hidden away at the back of an Asian grocery store, this tiny restaurant/noodle bar offers authentic Thai food at low, low prices. I've been a fan for two decades and always order the same dish – the absolutely amazing pork noodle soup (6B on the menu), which is guaranteed to cure any ailment/hangover/bad mood.’ Dave Mothersill

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10 Church Road, Hove, East Sussex, BN3 2FL
Brighton, United Kingdom
01273 733246
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