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Cheap Eats in Dalston

Discover handpicked cheap eats in Dalston, London, with what to order first at each place.

Every place here is handpicked. Signal score shows how strong and consistent the review coverage is, not a star rating.

12 restaurants

1
Ararat Bread

Pakistani Bakery · £ · Dalston

82Signal

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Cheese Naan

A 'delicious' order featuring a 'gooey centre' and 'high-quality cheddar’s tang' that perfectly complements the 'deep, smoky flavour' of the wood-fired bread.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

2
Peck Peck

Fried Chicken · £ · Dalston

72Signal

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BBQ Buffalo Wings

These award-winning wings boast a sweet, homemade BBQ sauce and took second place at Wing Fest UK.

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

3
Andu Café

Ethiopian · £ · Dalston

70Signal

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The Sampler Platter

It is essentially the only item on the menu—a six-dish feast of stews and greens served on sour, spongy injera.

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

4
House of MoMo

Nepalese · £ · Dalston

69Signal

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Jhol Momo

The signature serve featuring 'pillowy softness and delicate cases' drowned in a 'sweet, hot and spicy sauce' that reviewers call 'three-bite bursts of flavour'.

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

5
Cirrik 19 Numara Bos

Turkish / Ocakbasi · £ · Dalston

68Signal

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Chicken Shish

A 'clear winner' and longtime fan favorite that consistently cements this traditional kebab house's reputation.

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

6
Bebek Baklava

Turkish · £ · Dalston

67Signal

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Lahmacun

Critics note it is rolled so thin that the topping is visible from underneath, and it is served with fresh onions, ripe tomato slices, crunchy parsley, and lemon.

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

7
Micky’s Chippy

British · £ · Dalston

60Signal

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Haddock & Chips

Described as perfect—crispy, fresh, and exactly what you want from a chippy.

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

8
Tano Gelato

Argentine Gelato · £ · Dalston

60Signal

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Dulce de Leche

An 'obvious' choice for anyone exploring Argentine gelato, representing the shop's commitment to 'Argentine passion' and ethically sourced ingredients.

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

9
Pepper & Spice

Caribbean · £ · Dalston

60Signal

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Meat Patty

An absolute rite of passage and the perfect quick bite.

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

10
Ewarts Jerk

Jamaican · £ · Dalston

52Signal

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Jerk Chicken

Rubbed dry and cooked fresh on the drum, it has a 'smokiness and a crisp char' that critics call the most legit jerk in East London.

Useful signal, but still lighter than the standouts.

11
The Midyeci

Turkish Seafood · £ · Dalston

0Signal
Light Coverage

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Stuffed Mussels (Midye Dolma)

The namesake dish; reviews consistently praise them as fresh, tasty, and 'just like the original' found in Turkey.

Light coverage. Worth knowing, but not heavily written about.

12
Gwada / ጓዳ

Ethiopian · £ · Dalston

0Signal
Light Coverage

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Vegan Combo Platter

The quintessential way to try the range of lentil stews and vegetable dishes served on injera.

Light coverage. Worth knowing, but not heavily written about.

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