Shaanxi

Shaanxi on Preston Street is one of the most reliable spots in Brighton for proper Chinese street food, especially if you want a bowl of hand-pulled Biang Biang noodles that actually tastes like it came from Xi'an. The setup is casual, and the menu covers the region's greatest hits, from belt-like chewy noodles to handmade dumplings and Chinese burgers. You can adjust the spice level, go for a plant-based option, or watch the chefs pulling dough in the open kitchen while you wait. It is a relaxed, affordable place to try something with a bit more character than the standard Cantonese offering Brighton usually defaults to.