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(menu)We found 31 restaurants in Cheap & cheerful restaurants in London.
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The Antunes family has been running this Crystal Palace charmer since 2004. Out front, mother & father are joined by their son & daughter, while… more »
Queues outside this local Persian are a reminder that it has established itself as one of the best places in town to eat minced ‘chelo’ kebabs… more »
Bright lighting & a pale-wood interior do little to enhance the atmosphere, but this basic Thai café is a clean & respectable dining venue, &… more »
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Eschewing all those plate-smashing, bouzouki clichés, this smart two-storey taverna is just the ticket for those who fancy a gastro rerun of their… more »
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It’s safe to say that Waterloo’s commuters would probably be happier to swap the rush-hour crush for a meal at this modern eatery, ensconced… more »
The ‘gruff’ service experienced by some readers can be a little scary, & the quality of the food wavers (the eponymous steamed buns themselves… more »
Ten years, ten branches. Busaba Eathai has picked up the pace of late, but standards remain high & its regulars loyal. This chain of Thai eateries… more »
Compared to the wave of slinky, sexy tapas bars that has washed around Soho of late, Café Espana is a major throwback. The decor is basic & cramped… more »
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Competition is fierce among Vietnamese restaurants hereabouts, but Cay Tre more than holds its own. A long-overdue refurb has brightened up the… more »
A plate of ho fun at Alan Yau’s budget Chinese noodle bar may not be the steal it once was (prices have about doubled since the launch), but… more »
Paraded as Brick Lane’s original Bangladeshi eatery, The Clifton is ever salubrious, if ‘utilitarian’ in terms of cuisine: an airy corner… more »
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A successful rendering of Vietnamese street food in a canteen-like Soho setting, Cay Tre packs in the punters and makes regular appearances on… more »
The flashiest show in this part of town continues its flamboyant run. Dragon Castle, hunkered down on the ground floor of a modern building in… more »
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Since opening in 2008, this miniature artisan enterprise has built a cult following – thanks to the quality of its wood-fired sourdough pizzas… more »
Its 15 years of service make Gallipoli an old timer on Upper Street, where competition is fierce. The Aladdin’s Cave decor & easy-going atmosphere… more »
In these difficult economic times eating out can prove to be an expensive proposition, but with Square Meal’s brilliant guide to the best cheap and cheerful restaurants in London, you can enjoy a great meal without breaking the bank. Cheap and cheerful is in no way synonymous with an inferior quality as far as the restaurants feature din this list are concerned, Each and every one of them have been selected because of their excellent quality considering their prices. There are plenty to choose from too, it seems that London is packed with really good cheap and cheerful places to enjoy a fine meal.
Square Meal’s handpicked list of the best cheap and cheerful restaurants in London is a helpful guide for those who are looking for a great place to eat in the capital without spending too much money. From restaurants in the West End to restaurants in the City and restaurants in West London to restaurants in East London, there are some fantastic cheap and cheerful London restaurants demonstrating that you don’t have to spend a fortune on eating out in London.
Every one of the Cheap and Cheerful restaurants in London restaurants featured in Square Meal’s list of London’s best for Cheap and Cheerful restaurants have been tried and tested by food critics and our own customers so check out the reviews and book a table online with Square Meal today. As well as the restaurants on this page, we have listings for Cheap and Cheerful British restaurants in London, Cheap and Cheerful French restaurants in London and Cheap and Cheerful Italian restaurants in London as well as many other types of restaurants in Cheap and Cheerful restaurants in London. Each Square Meal listing features an independent review, as well as reviews from diners, together with unique special offers such as free drinks and discounts.