London has one of the most culturally diverse, exciting and fast-changing food scenes in the world. You are spoilt for choice; so much so that eating and drinking in London can be a bit overwhelming. We’re here for you. Dive in and dine like a local with our regularly updated guides, hacks and insider tips.
We love finding freebies and discounts for our fellow Cheapos but it’s not all about price; we’re also looking for great value for money. From a Michelin-starred lunch deals or bargain pre-theatre supper to the best dishes under a tenner , you might be spending money but we’ll make sure you get the maximum bang for your buck.
Flame-grilled mackerel – Wild Honey St James | Photo by Amanda David
Types of Cuisine
Looking for something local or got your mind set on what you want to eat? We’ve got area guides and recommendations for everything from boozy brunches and fixed-price lunches to Friday night food cravings. So whether you’re looking for a traditional British Sunday roast, good affordable sushi, or perhaps pasta in Islington or curry in Camden, you can relax and enjoy somewhere that’s both local AND fabulous.
Pasta with clams | Photo by Amanda David
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Bars & Pubs
Thirsty Cheapos, we’re not forgetting you – we’ll not only point you to the best bars in town for cheap cocktails and the longest happy hours – we’ll also share the cheapest places to drink without having to watch the clock. Maybe it’s a late-night coffee shop you’re after, or a traditional British pub beer garden? We’ve got you covered.
London’s tolerance for barbecues varies wildly depending on which borough you’re in. Only two boroughs, Camden and Islington, have sweeping pro-barbecue byelaws. Here’s a few of our favourite green spots to bbq in London: Barbecuing in Camden In theory, all […]
How do you fancy a three-course meal at a Michelin-starred restaurant in London? Don’t worry, we’re still the same old London Cheapo you know and love; we’ve just rounded up some of the best Michelin-starred lunch deals in town, all […]
This one’s for you, East Londoners. There may not be too many pinstriped city gents striding across bridges with bowler hats and umbrellas these days, nor cheeky Cockneys having a knees-up round the old Joanna, but there’s one British tradition […]
Julia, one of our Tokyo Cheapo writers who relocated to London has written this guide for foodies and Japanophiles who want a great sushi experience without breaking the bank.
If you’re looking for the best bottomless brunches in London, read on. Whether you’re after a brunch date or a brunch with mates, a lively party vibe or a hair-of-the-dog hangover cure, we’ve got something to make your morning. And […]
London has delicious & affordable Pre-Theatre Dinner menus, and the best bit - you don't even need to be going to the theatre to get the prix fixe pricing!
Beer gardens might be generally associated with warm, summer nights. But heated pub gardens keep things cosy in winter too, long after the festive decorations have been taken down. Here’s our round up of ten of the best pubs with […]
