London - January 15, 2008

Bring It On

Bring Your Own Roundup

Feeling the pinch? Take refuge in London’s best bring-your-own spots: you supply the booze; they provide the food.

What: Rochelle Canteen
Why: Secret hideout in refurbished school serves fashionable neighbours (e.g., Giles Deacon).
When: Mon.-Fri., noon-3 p.m.
Where: Rochelle School (press ‘canteen’ buzzer), Arnold Circus, E2 7ES (020 7729 5677).

What: Loong Kee Cafe
Why: A favourite with Vietnamese locals and East End artists alike.
When: Mon.-Sun., noon-11:30 p.m.
Where: 134g Kingsland Rd., E5 8DY (0207 729 8344).

What: Thai Garden & Grill
Why: Eat outdoors on romantic first-floor terrace.
When: Mon.-Sun., 11 a.m.-11 p.m.
Where: 253a Portobello Rd., W11 1LR (020 7313 6511).

What: Lahore Kebab House
Why: Delicious Pakistani fayre; booking essential.
When: Mon.-Sun., noon-midnight.
Where: 2 Umberston St., E1 1PY (0871 332 8336).

What: Miraggio
Why: Charming Italian staff serves pizzas to share.
When: Mon.-Sun., noon-3 p.m. & 6-11 p.m.
Where: 510 Fulham Rd., SW6 5NJ (020 7384 9774).