Greenwich is an area rich in nature, culture and heritage, famed for its sprawling park and storied maritime history, and easy to reach from the city centre. It also has its fair share of affordable restaurants and cheap eats, serving a range of cuisines, from Korean and British to Vietnamese and more. Eating out in London can get expensive; that's why we've compiled this list of our favourite budget-friendly places to grab a bite to eat when you're watching your spending habits.
Guide to affordable restaurants in Greenwich
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Cheap eats in Greenwich
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1Heap's Sausage Café Scrumptious, sizzling treats
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2Greenwich Market Street food and souvenirs
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3Bianco43 A taste of Italy
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4Royal Teas A classic cream tea
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5Goddards Traditional pie and mash
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6Pho Street Cheap and cheerful Vietnamese fare
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7River Gardens Café Riverside dining
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8Rox Burger 100% fresh beef burgers
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9K Kitchen Korean Restaurant Authentic Korean cuisine
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10The Lost Hour A cheap and cheerful bottomless brunch
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11Tai Won Mein In-demand noodles
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Cheap eats in Greenwich
Scrumptious, sizzling treats
Enjoy meaty treats at Heap's Sausage Café, the home of gourmet sausages serving a menu of sizzling takeaway options, like spicy jumbo hotdogs served with dollops of coleslaw and bhaji burgers. There's a handful of indoor seats for those who can't wait until they get home to chow down on their scrumptious, homemade goodies.
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8 Nevada Street, Greenwich
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Heap's Sausage Café
020-829 391 99 - Read more on Thatsup
Street food and souvenirs
Saunter around Greenwich Market for treasures, trinkets, antiques and tasty street food. You can enjoy everything from seafood dishes and homemade cakes to jumbo hotdogs and more. Grab your takeaway and head to the neighbouring Greenwich Park for a luscious lunch in one of London’s prettiest parks.
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5b Greenwich Market, Greenwich
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Greenwich Market
020-826 950 96 - Read more on Thatsup
A taste of Italy
Authentic Italian pizza is the name of the game at Bianco43, where recipes use authentic ingredients imported straight from Italy. Pizzas are made using dough fermented for 24 hours, including a classic Margherita, spicy 'nduja, burrata and calzone. They also serve a range of drinks and signature cocktails in their rustic restaurant, which features wooden tables, hanging lights and large windows which filter in plenty of natural light.
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43 Greenwich Church Street, Greenwich
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Bianco43
020-885 826 68 - Read more on Thatsup
A classic cream tea
For a quintessential English tea experience, Royal Teas has got you covered. This simple but popular café has indoor and outdoor seats, a cosy atmosphere and is a local neighbourhood favourite. Their menu is chock full of breakfast and brunch dishes, like sausage and eggs, a veggie fried breakfast, soups, salads and more. You can even opt for their affordable, traditional cream tea, which comes with smoked salmon, cream cheese and cucumber sandwiches, a scone, a slice of cake and a hot drink.
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76 Royal Hill, Greenwich
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Royal Teas
020-869 172 40 - Read more on Thatsup
Traditional pie and mash
The green-fronted Goddards in Greenwich - founded in 1890 - is an old London favourite serving a menu of traditional pie and mash. It’s an old-school spot with a white-tiled dining room and old framed photographs on the walls. Opt for the classic minced beef pie or try their vegan special, all served with mash, liquor or gravy. Jellied eels are a must-order if you’re seeking a truly authentic London experience.
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22 King William Walk, Greenwich
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Goddards at Greenwich
020-830 596 12 - Read more on Thatsup
Cheap and cheerful Vietnamese fare
Step into Vietnam at Pho Stree, a one-minute walk from Greenwich Market. This cheap and cheerful restaurant specialises in hot, steaming bowls of hearty pho, noodle dishes, fried rice, banh mi and other Vietnamese staples. It’s a laid-back spot, with a few seats for in-house dining or plenty of options for a quick grab-and-go lunch.
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17 King William Walk, Greenwich
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Pho Street
020-885 869 56 - Read more on Thatsup
Riverside dining
This family-run café and restaurant serve a contemporary British menu with international influences in the modern and bright dining room. It feels like a home away from home, with familiar wooden furniture and large windows which filter in plenty of natural light. Choose from their lengthy menu of British dishes, brunch and lunch classics or opt for their afternoon tea with delicate finger sandwiches, miniature quiches, scones, sweet desserts, and your choice of tea.
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20 River Gardens Walk, Greenwich
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River Gardens Café
020-885 803 69 - Read more on Thatsup
100% fresh beef burgers
Get your fill of beefy burgers at Rox Burger, a no-frills burger spot in the heart of Greenwich. This local favourite has won accolades for its food, and its beef is sourced from 100% grass-fed prime beef that’s cooked fresh, never processed and never from frozen. The fact that they’re wrapped in glossy brioche rolls is the cherry on the cake. If you’re not a fan of beef, they also serve chicken burgers, delicious vegan options, and a menu of south American-inspired dishes, like ceviche and salads.
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45 River Gardens Walk, Greenwich
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Rox Burger
020-885 319 19 - Read more on Thatsup
Authentic Korean cuisine
Get your fill of bokumbap and katsu curry at this laid-back Korean restaurant in Greenwich. Their menu is brimming with authentic Korean dishes, packed with flavour, like the fried chicken burger with honey garlic sauce and salmon teriyaki don. It's the perfect spot to grab a lunch to-go.
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9 Woolwich Rd, Greenwich
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K Kitchen Korean Restaurant
077-230 208 88 - Read more on Thatsup
A cheap and cheerful bottomless brunch
The Lost Hour is a popular spot for drinks and live sports, also serving an affordable bottomless brunch featuring British favourites like fry-ups and crumpets. If you don’t fancy going bottomless, you can choose from their main menu of sharing platters, burgers and other favourites like mac 'n' cheese. The pub has a recognisable exterior, with a baby blue façade and a classic yet slightly quirky interior.
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217-219 Greenwich High Road, Greenwich
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The Lost Hour
020-826 914 11 - Read more on Thatsup
In-demand noodles
Located in the heart of Greenwich, you'll often see a queue to get into Tai Won Mein. This affordable and casual noodle spot serves hearty portions of noodles, either in soup or fried. You can choose from several types of noodles served with meat, fish or veggies. There's a loud and bustling atmosphere with communal tables and a varied clientele.
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39 Greenwich Church St, Greenwich
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Tai Won Mein Greenwich
020-885 826 88 - Read more on Thatsup
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