How to Eat in London on the Cheap

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Access online travel sites to read reviews of restaurants including their prices and quality of food services.

   Research restaurants that are offering special deals during the time you will be in London.
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   Step 2: Read food blogs with posts that focus on eating out in London and nearby cities.

   Be open to suggestions to try restaurants that serve a variety of foods such as vegan, Asian, or Italian, among others.
   
   Pay special attention to reader comments.
   
   Readers' experiences provide special insight into eating in London on a budget. , Check out dinner and theater packages which may be a combination of discounted theater tickets and a pre or post-show meal or a complimentary dinner with a purchased theater ticket.
   
   The front desk staff at your hotel can be a good source for these deals if you're visiting the city. , Grocery stores may have the freshest foods and the most variety.
   
   With the dollar continuing to decline, ready to eat meals can allow you to stretch your budget while vacationing in London. ,,,,,,
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   Step 3: Seek out entertainment deals that pair an activity with a meal such as theaters and museums.

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   Step 4: Locate grocery and convenience stores that sell fresh and ready to eat meals.

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   Step 5: Check with the front desk at your hotel about the availability of complimentary breakfast and/or mini-bar items.

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   Step 6: Ask travelers and locals for suggestions for finding cheap places to eat.

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   Step 7: Visit food courts in shopping areas and outdoor farmers' markets to purchase prepared foods and fresh options such as produce

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   Step 8: dairy and meat.

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   Step 9: Check out the menu at a nearby pub

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    Step 10: cafe or pizzeria for a light lunch or snack between meals.

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    Step 11: Stay at a bed and breakfast instead of a traditional hotel if you're visiting London; breakfast is included.

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    Step 12: Visit small neighborhood eateries that may not be included on review sites or in travel guides.

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