Guide to affordable restaurants in Greenwich

Guide to affordable restaurants in Greenwich

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.

In this guide
  1. Cheap eats in Greenwich
    1. Heap's Sausage Café – Scrumptious, sizzling treats
    2. Greenwich Market – Street food and souvenirs
    3. Bianco43 – A taste of Italy
    4. Royal Teas – A classic cream tea
    5. Goddards – Traditional pie and mash
    6. Pho Street – Cheap and cheerful Vietnamese fare
    7. River Gardens Café – Riverside dining
    8. Rox Burger – 100% fresh beef burgers
    9. K Kitchen Korean Restaurant – Authentic Korean cuisine
    10. The Lost Hour – A cheap and cheerful bottomless brunch
    11. Tai Won Mein – In-demand noodles

Cheap eats in Greenwich

Heap's Sausage Café

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.

Greenwich Market

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.

Bianco43 – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
Bianco43
Bianco43 – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
Bianco43
Bianco43 – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
Bianco43
Bianco43 – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
Bianco43
Bianco43 – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
Bianco43
Bianco43 – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
Bianco43
Bianco43 – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
Bianco43
Bianco43 – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
Bianco43
Bianco43 – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
Bianco43
Bianco43 – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
Bianco43
Bianco43 – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
Bianco43
Bianco43 – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
Bianco43
Bianco43 – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
Bianco43
Bianco43 – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
Bianco43
Bianco43 – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
Bianco43
Bianco43 – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
Bianco43
Bianco43 – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
Bianco43

Bianco43

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.

Royal Teas

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.

Goddards

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.

Pho Street

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.

River Gardens Café – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
River Gardens Café
River Gardens Café – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
River Gardens Café
River Gardens Café – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
River Gardens Café
River Gardens Café – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
River Gardens Café
River Gardens Café – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
River Gardens Café
River Gardens Café – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
River Gardens Café
River Gardens Café – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
River Gardens Café
River Gardens Café – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
River Gardens Café
River Gardens Café – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
River Gardens Café
River Gardens Café – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
River Gardens Café
River Gardens Café – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
River Gardens Café
River Gardens Café – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
River Gardens Café

River Gardens Café

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.

Rox Burger – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
Rox Burger
Rox Burger – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
Rox Burger
Rox Burger – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
Rox Burger
Rox Burger – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
Rox Burger
Rox Burger – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
Rox Burger
Rox Burger – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
Rox Burger
Rox Burger – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
Rox Burger
Rox Burger – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
Rox Burger
Rox Burger – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
Rox Burger
Rox Burger – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
Rox Burger
Rox Burger – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
Rox Burger
Rox Burger – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
Rox Burger
Rox Burger – Affordable restaurants in Greenwich
Rox Burger

Rox Burger

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.

K Kitchen Korean Restaurant

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.

The Lost Hour

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.

Tai Won Mein

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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