You don’t need to spend a fortune to dine well in central London. You just need to know where to go. All of the places below offer reasonably priced meals. They are tried and tested by Londoners and visitors alike.
Brasserie Zedel, Piccadilly Circus
Direction
20 Sherwood St , Londres W1F 7ED , Reino UnidoGet directions
Telephone
+44 20 7734 4888
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This large Parisian-style brasserie in Piccadilly Circus is the ideal place to enjoy a lively atmosphere and inexpensive dishes. The two-course prix fixe menu is a steal at £ 9.75 and there are daily specials and affordable French bistro dishes in abundance.
ICCO, Goodge Street
Direction
46 Goodge St , London W1T 4LU , United KingdomGet directions
Telephone
+44 20 7580 9688
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Known locally as ICCO, the Italian Coffee Company on Goodge Street serves big, cheap pizzas. This family-run establishment is open early till late seven days a week and sells inexpensive whole pizzas. The coffee is pretty good too.
Kulu Kulu, Soho
Direction
76 Brewer St , London W1F 9TU , United KingdomGet directions
Telephone
+44 20 7734 7316
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Kulu Kulu is a Japanese kiaten sushi restaurant in Soho, near Piccadilly Circus. It was one of the first restaurants to serve sushi on a conveyor belt in London. The decor is nothing special, but you can go for the food, which is cheap and delicious. It’s easy to keep track of what you’re spending, as the dishes are served on color-coded plates. There is a maximum duration of 45 minutes, but it is enough time to enjoy your food. Kulu Kulu is great for sushi beginners and for takeout or food options.
Wagamama, various locations
Direction
17 Bedford St , London WC2E 9HP , United KingdomGet directions
Telephone
+44 20 3876 3727
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Wagamama restaurants are modeled after popular ramen bars in Japan and there are only 15 branches in London. They all have long seats and food is served quickly, making it a popular choice for a pre or post-theater meal or for families.
Leon, various locations
Direction
62 Shaftesbury Ave , London W1D 6LT , United KingdomGet directions
Telephone
+44 20 7287 8477
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Leon is a ‘fast food’ cafe serving organic and fair trade produce. It has a reputation for healthy, fresh and seasonal dishes and is popular for take-out meals. It is a great option if you have specific dietary requirements. Popular dishes include super salads, meatballs, and wraps.
Indian YMCA
Direction
41 Fitzroy Square , London W1T 6AQ , United KingdomGet directions
Telephone
+44 20 7387 0411
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You’ll have a hard time finding a cheaper curry house than this community-run restaurant at the YMCA Indian hostel in Fitzroy Square. Enjoy the restaurant either as a guest staying there or as a member of the public.
