Something for the weekend?

Well, it’s very Soho-centric (the boy can’t help it), but here are a few places to eat in London that are easy on the hip pocket and more importantly serve good food.

Taro - 59 Brewer St Soho. (And now in the centre of gay Soho - Old Compton St., as well)

Great little Japanese Noodle and Sushi bar. Miles ahead of Wagamama (which has gone downhill since McDonalds bought shares in it), and very affordable(did someone say cheap?).

Busaba Eathai - Wardour St (and Store St)

Excellent modern take on Thai. David Thompson (formerly of Darley St Thai in Sydney and now Michelin-starred at Nahm) had a hand in the menu. Go for the food, the communal tables or the waiters, you won't be disappointed with any of them. Pretty authentic, even down to the bags of rubbish on the street outside.

Spiga - Wardour St

Good, authentic Italian food prepared with quality ingredients. Gets mixed reviews, but we've only ever had good service and good food.


HK Diner - Wardour St

Excellent chinese. Harry the maitre'd is a star.

Gerrard's Corner - Gerrard and Wardour St

Not in the same league as HK Diner and Harryless, but good nonetheless.

Marsala Zone - Marshall St

Good canteen-style Indian dining. More southern than northern, but a good feed anyway.

C + R Cafe - Rupert Court

As good as Malaysian gets in London. Cheap and cheerful, for a quick bite before your night out. One of the few places in London you can get roti.

Golden Hind - Marylebone Lane

Great fish and chips. And you can bring your own booze. No wonder Babs Windsor likes it.

Real Greek - Paddington St

Excellent souvlaki and greek dips.

Hamburger Union - Dean or Garrick St

Good hamburgers, chunky fries and a waiter who's a doppelganger for Matthew Rush at the Garrick St branch. Does it get any better than that?