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This tiny café inside one of the Photographers' Gallery buildings – just moments from the buzz of Leicester Square – remains a well-kept London secret, and when the surrounding streets and lunch spots are overflowing with people you can still be sure of getting a peaceful sandwich or cup of coffee at this hideaway. The seating consists of stools arranged around one spacious table; there are newspapers on hand for you to read, or alternatively you can study the gallery's photographs – the café is right in the middle of an exhibition space. Eating options are relatively limited, but they are all prepared to a high standard: savoury snacks on offer include tuna rolls, sundried tomato and mozzarella ciabatta or Greek salad, while sweets available include some truly sublime cakes (lemon, chocolate, carrot).

Time Out Cheap Eats in London Guide 2007