The Definitive Guide to the Best Cheap Eats in London

The Definitive Guide to the Best Cheap Eats in London

London has a huge variety of cuisines for everyone to try. While the experience might be daunting for first-time visitors, there are actually plenty of gourmet options for under £10. With such a large range of bargain joints to chow down at, here's a shortlist of locations that we'd recommend you visit if you want well-made, cheap dishes in the London area

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1. Dishoom

This Iranian-style café is influenced by the old Irani cafés of Bombay, all of which have disappeared over the years. Dishoom is an ode to the Iranian-style of dining that was cherished so much in the past, with new modern flairs added to classic dining dishes.

Open all day, every day, Dishoom is the perfect place to venture from your private rental property in London and hit up for an affordable meal. This is food that tastes great, day in and day out.

Address: 12 Upper St. Martin's Lane, Covent Garden; Other Locations Across The City

Price: £6.90

2. Pieminister

The award-winning pies from the restaurant Pieminister are made with responsibly-sourced ingredients right in Bristol. By using free-range British meats and a selection of vegetarian pies, you really can't go wrong by trying their pies.

The British love their pie, so it's no surprise that this joint is so good. Best of all, these cheap eats in London are priced very competitively, so you won't have any worries as you munch on their hearty pies.

Address: 91 Leather Lane, Farringdon; 56 Upper Ground, Southwark

Price: £4.50 for the pies; £2.45 for the mash; £2 for mushy peas

3. Herman ze German

Our Wurst Is Ze Best! Herman ze German is a great German-style hot dog restaurant that serves some of London's best hot dogs. Pick up the chili wurst and be rewarded with a delicious mix of pork, beef, and chili, all in one sausage.

With three locations to choose from for purchasing their amazing sausages, you'll be hard- pressed to find an equally quick and tasty alternative to your usual burger joints and sandwich shops in London. It's worth way more than the price you'll pay for it, so eat up.

Address: 19 Villiers Street, Charing Cross; 33 Old Compton Street, SoHo; 43 Charlotte Street, Fitzrovia

Price: £4.45

4. BAO

If you're feeling Taiwanese for lunch or dinner, check out BAO, a successful street food stall that has since moved to several permanent locations. Get ready for a line, though, as you'll be waiting a bit for their popular "bao"s.

A bao is a soft, pillow-like bun that’s stuffed with different ingredients. The main one is filled with slow-braised pork, coriander, and peanut powder. This amazing mixture of ingredients explodes in the mouth with juiciness and flavor that just can’t be beat.

Address: 53 Lexington Street, SoHo; Netil Market, Hackney

Price: £3.75

5. Mike and Ollie

Lebanese-style flatbreads are especially amazing when they're used as the vessel for a wrap, and Mike and Ollie have this combination down to a science. Their wraps have gained an almost "legendary" status in the London cheap eats scene.

These traders-cum-restaurateurs opened a place in Camberwell and Brockley Market for patrons to enjoy some of their famous wraps. Using meat, fish, or veggie for the fillings you can taste the amazing flavors their Lebanese-style food brings to the table.

Address: Brockley Market, Lewisham

Price: £7

6. Roti King

Roti King is a great London cheap eats spot if you want authentic Malaysian cuisine. Their buttery roti is great with any sauce, especially their Roti Canai special. This features their Malaysian flatbread with a curry based on chicken, meat, or fish.

You'll usually find a line waiting outside this spot so come prepared for a wait, but it is well worth the time spent standing. They also have beef rendang if you’re looking for another popular option.

Address: 40 Doric Way, Euston

Price: £5.50

Regardless of what you're in the mood for on your search for cheap eats in London, you should use this list as your launching pad. We’ve made it easy for you by compiling the best affordable dining destinations London has to offer. Who said amazing food has to be expensive?

writer : Natasha Roubal