Food for Thought

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31 Neal Street

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Mon Jul 2 2012

Celebrating its 40th birthday in 2014, Food for Thought is a phenomenon – still occupying the same cramped Neal Street premises, still serving an array of nourishing, flavourful grub at low prices, still packed out every lunchtime. The pine furniture and chunky stoneware plates have a 1970s vibe too.

The menu changes daily, with soup, quiche, three hot mains – perhaps stir-fried veg with rice, or zingy cauliflower, spinach and pea curry – assorted salads, desserts and cakes. Vegan, wheat-free and gluten-free options are marked, but this isn’t the place for protein faddists or superfood obsessives; expect hearty, carb-laden fare with a Mediterranean or Asian tinge. And expect hefty portions: the scones (savoury and sweet versions) are almost indecently large.

For takeaway, head to the ground floor; to eat in, descend the steep stairs, order and pay for your food at the kitchen counter, and pray there’ll be somewhere to sit. Staff are perfunctory and you’ll need cash.

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Address:
Food for Thought 31 Neal Street
London
WC2H 9PR

Phone:
020 7836 0239
Website:
foodforthought-london.co.uk
Opening hours:
Meals served noon-8pm Mon-Sat. Lunch served noon-5pm Sun
Transport:
Tube: Covent Garden tube
Price:
Main courses £4.90-£8. Minimum (noon-3pm, 6-7.30pm Mon-Sat) £4
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1. Food for Thought
  - 31 Neal Street
    London
    WC2H 9PR
  - 020 7836 0239
  - foodforthought-london.co.uk
  - 51.514128,-0.125686

Categories:
Food and drink
Facilities:
Eating and drinking facilities. Café. Restaurant and bar facilities. Take away. Lunch. Vegetarian dishes. Bookings not accepted. Vegan dishes

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(19 ratings)

I have been coming here since I was a kid and haven't had any of the negative experiences outlined above. Food is really tasty and reasonably priced and I love the layout of the place, it's poky but it's part of the charm. Maybe I'm biased but I'd say try it for yourself...don't be put off by the reviews. It's my fav veggie restaurant in London.

Leila Wed Nov 3 2010
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I have been coming here since I was a kid and haven't had any of the negative experiences outlined above. Food is really tasty and reasonably priced and I love the layout of the place, it's poky but it's part of the charm. Maybe I'm biased but I'd say try it for yourself...don't be put off by the reviews. It's my fav veggie restaurant in London.

Leila Wed Nov 3 2010
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Very good veggie food - a bit crowded if you want to sit in, ideal for take aways. If you are doing a take away (which I always do) then one can ignore the otherwise not very friendly staff and concentrate of good vegan food - with lovely flavours

Rachel Fri Jun 25 2010
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I went here with my friend and his wife who suffers from MS and has obvious physical problems. I explained when we were waiting to order (it was busy and we were happy to wait) that we would prefer to wait for a table that was suitable for us. The member of staff was dismissive and disinterested. The food was OK. The staff not. Avoid.

SarahP Thu Jun 10 2010
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Good food but disturbingly they use styrofoam packaging that is non-biodegradable. When I questioned the owner about this, she was extremely discourteous and she didn't even attempt to take on board the feedback. One would think a place that is focussed on providing food that is healthy would also have an environmental conscience.

sudielasudes Tue May 11 2010
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Lovely place. Service was brilliant; must have been a bad day for you!

James Mon May 3 2010
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