Sagar

This perennially popular ‘cheap eat’ venue attracts diners from afar, for south Indian vegetarian food that many rate as among the best of its kind in London. The bright, light-wood interior marks out Sagar from other low-cost Indians – as does the cooking. Starters (around £3) feature crispy lentil dumplings, traditional peppery rasam soup & puri (unleavened bread), & there’s a selection of spicy side dishes too. Stealing the show, however, is the dosa: a crispy crêpe-style dish arriving for main course with various spicy vegetable fillings. Alternatives include a large choice of vegetable curries, & the lunch deals (popular with local business folk) where you can enjoy a hefty eat-in feast for £5.75 or pick up a takeaway lunch box for just £3.50.