| As the world economy slows down, we may want to tighten our belts, but we still need to fill our stomachs. Splurging at top-rated restaurants is fun for special events, but where can you go for a good quality meal that won't break the bank? Gather the change out of your piggy bank and sofa cushions and take it to one of our selections for the best cheap eats in London. |
10 Russell Gdns.
London,
W14
020-7603 7645
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Delightfully decorated and friendly Iranian restaurant worth the walk from the nearest underground. More... |
265 Eversholt St.
London,
NW1
020-7388 8533
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Top quality cooking in Camden Town’s scruffier area, but well worth the walk and braving the décor. More... |
49 Lexington St.
London,
W1
020-7494 0514
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The place for a quick al fresco Mediterranean meal. More... |
21a Foley St.
London,
W1
020-7436 2181
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Casual, enjoyable restaurant known for flappingly fresh, well-cooked fish. More... |
25 Newport Ct.
London,
WC2
020-7287 6877
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Szechuan street food at its diverse best in a café atmosphere. More... |
4 Blenheim Crescent
London,
W11
020-7221 1992
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Wonderful cook bookshop with small café attached. More... |
106-110 Wardour St.
London,
W1
020-7255 8686
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Thai-tastic mini chain that hits all the right notes. More... |
St.-Martin-in-the-Fields Duncannon St.
London,
WC2
020-7839 4342
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The renovated brick-vaulted setting is attractive and there's the added pleasure of the brass rubbing centre and a small shop. More... |
8 Market Pl.
London,
W1
020-7636 2228
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Carluccio’s go from strength to strength. More... |
15-21 Ganton St.
London,
W1
020-7297 9800
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Alan Yau does it again with a sleek, chic and cheap noodle house. More... |
2-3 Denman St.
London,
W1
020-7439 1330
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A real find for those after a good, low-cost Indian meal. More... |
18 Hillgate St.
London,
W8
020-7727 4310
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Cheap and cheerful fish 'n' chips in trendy Notting Hill. More... |
12 Upper St. Martin's Lane
London,
WC2
020-7420 9320
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Indian eatery inspired by old Bombay’s Iranian cafés. More... |
121 Drummond St.
London,
NW1
020-7387 5556
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Busy, bustling, cheap and friendly café-style. More... |
Inner Circle
London,
NW1
020-7935 5729
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Perfect after a stroll in glorious Regent’s Park. More... |
2 Farmer St.
London,
W8
020-7727 7528
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Smart fish restaurant in fashionable Notting Hill. More... |
36-8 Blandford St.
London,
W1
020-7935 2333
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Fast growing chain that manages to satisfy all comers and is great for families. More... |
28-29 Gerrard St.
London,
W1
020-7734 2763
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Dim sum and dumplings are the attraction at this Chinatown mainstay. More... |
73 Marylebone Lane
London,
W1
020-7486 3644
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This is the place for traditional British fish ‘n’ chips. More... |
17b Strutton Ground
London,
SW1
020-7233 1701
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Simple café-style venue serving surprisingly good sushi and sashimi. More... |
167-169 Wardour St.
London,
W1
020-7287 4243
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The smaller sister of Tamarind, serving tapas-style Indian dishes. More... |
14 Eccleston St.
London,
SW1
020-7259 0399
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Good noodles and a casual atmosphere near Victoria Station. More... |
76 Brewer St.
London,
W1
020-7734 7316
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Grab a quick sushi meal from the dishes passing on the conveyor belt. More... |
89 Regent’s Park Rd.
London,
NW1
020-7586 7454
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Good, honest Greek Cypriot food in fashionable Primrose Hill. More... |
242-244 Upper Richmond Rd.
London,
SW15
020-8780 1767
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Family-run, friendly restaurant for Portuguese-influenced Goan cooking. More... |
152-156 Shaftesbury Ave.
London,
WC2
020-7836 8635
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Well established restaurant for good regional cooking and down to earth prices. More... |
Unit 24, Liverpool St. Station
London,
EC2
020-7247 3227
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Once a novelty, now an essential conveyor belt sushi bar in Liverpool Street station. More... |
301 Upper St.
London,
N1
020-7226 1454
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One of Islington's favorites with chic style and good cooking. More... |
80-82 Neal St.
London,
WC2
020-7836 9787
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London’s oldest Punjab restaurant attracts both loyal returning customers and new fans. More... |
49-51 Lisson Grove
London,
NW1
020-7224 9000
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One of London’s top native fish ‘n’ chip joints. More... |
41 Kingsland High St.
London,
E8
020-7254 2878
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China meets traditional London. More... |
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Sofra |
Middle Eastern |
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36 Tavistock St.
London,
WC2
020-7240 3773
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The flagship of the small Turkish Sofra chain. More... |
83 Fieldgate St.
London,
E1
020-7247 9543
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Economically priced Indian fare; look for daily specials. More... |
2 Newport Pl.
London,
WC2
020-7287 8777
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Cheap and cheerful Japanese food, surprisingly in Chinatown's heart. More... |
325 Fulham Rd.
London,
SW10
020-7376 7224
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24-hour venue much loved by the local toffs. More... |
4 Streatham St.
London,
WC1
020-7323 9223
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Good value noodles in no-nonsense setting provides a winning formula. More... |
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