Giggling Squid - Chichester

You'll find yourself on Eastgate Square heading towards something that feels properly different from the usual Chichester fare. Giggling Squid brings genuine Southeast Asian energy to a town that's mostly known for salads and Sunday roasts. The kitchen doesn't mess about—their curries have proper heat, the som tam has actual bite, and they're not afraid of fermented fish paste. It's the sort of place where you can tell the chefs actually care about getting the balance right between spicy, sour, sweet and salty. The room itself buzzes without being chaotic, and the staff genuinely seem to enjoy working there, which makes a difference.