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Cheap Eats in Holborn

Discover handpicked cheap eats in Holborn, 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.

6 restaurants

1
Dapur

Malaysian · £ · Holborn

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Beef Rendang

A 'classic, slow-cooked' dish with a 'dark and thick' coconut-enriched sauce that clings to the meat; critics describe it as a 'necessary hug' and one of the best in London.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

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Chang's Noodle

Chinese · £ · Holborn

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Shan Xi Yo Po

Giles Coren calls this dish 'imperious' and the essential choice if it’s your first time at Chang’s.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

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Pho S82

Vietnamese · £ · Holborn

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Beef pho

The absolute must-order item, brimming with bold flavors and widely praised for its comforting, authentic broth.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

4
The Fryer's Delight

Fish & Chips · £ · Holborn

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Haddock and Chips

Praised for its yielding golden batter and actual, adroitly seasoned fish flavor paired with heftily cut chips that deliver a sweet pleasure-jolt.

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

5
1+1 Rougamo

Xi'an Chinese · £ · Holborn

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Braised Pork Rougamo

The restaurant's signature dish—a flaky and meaty Chinese-style sandwich featuring incredibly juicy and tender pork that provides a perfect contrast to the crunch of the bread.

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

6
Balady

Israeli · £ · Holborn

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Falafel

Hardens describes these as 'outstanding delicious falafels' and the 'star turn' of the restaurant, while Eater London ranks them among the 'finest in the city.'

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

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