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Where to Eat in London: Cod From Insider Food
This guide turns Finding The Best Fish And Chips In London | Food Tours | Insider Food from Insider Food into a practical restaurant map with 4 saved spots around London. The mapped places include a restaurant stop and a pub. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Insider Food explored the nuances of British fish and chips, highlighting the textural differences between meaty cod and crispy haddock. While Joe was initially repulsed by the idea of mushy peas, he was shocked to find he loved the flavor profile when combined with the fish and tartar sauce. However, the pickled egg proved to be a step too far, leaving him unimpressed by the vinegary taste.
What this map is good for
- Planning a fast food restaurant stop or short itinerary in London.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 4 mapped spots into Varedelo so the list stays usable on the ground.
- Using the original video as context, then turning it into a clean place-by-place map.
Featured spots on this map
- Golden Chippy
Fast Food Restaurant in 62 Greenwich High Rd, London SE10 8LF, UK, London, England, United Kingdom
Price level: Cheap
Hours: Hours available - Fishcotheque
Restaurant in 79A Waterloo Rd, London SE1 8UD, UK, London, England, United Kingdom
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - The Mayflower Pub
Pub in 117 Rotherhithe St, London SE16 4NF, UK, London, England, United Kingdom
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Poppies Fish & Chips
Seafood Restaurant in 6-8 Hanbury St, London E1 6QR, UK, London, England, United Kingdom
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available
Food notes from the video
- cod
- haddock
- mushy peas
- pickled egg
- chips
- tartar sauce
Experiences captured
- visited Poppies in Soho
- compared cod and haddock textures
- debated the pronunciation of fillet
- tried traditional marrowfat mushy peas
- ate a pickled egg from a jar
- discussed regional fish preferences
- visited The Golden Chippy
- learned about the term 'yank'
Planning notes for London
London is the capital of the United Kingdom, with a documented history spanning approximately 2,000 years. The settlement was established by the Romans as Londinium around 47 AD. Physical remnants of this period, such as sections of the Roman Wall, are still present in the modern city. The historical development of the area includes the construction of the White Tower in 1066 by William the Conqueror and the rebuilding of the city following the Great Fire of 1666, which destroyed approximately 13.
Must-try foods nearby
- Sunday Roast with Yorkshire Pudding
The quintessential British comfort meal, featuring slow-roasted meat (typically beef, lamb, or chicken) served with crispy roast potatoes, seasonal root vegetables, and a large. - Fish and Chips
An iconic London favorite featuring fresh white fish (usually cod or haddock) enveloped in a crispy, golden beer batter. - Full English Breakfast
A hearty 'fry-up' that remains a morning ritual. It typically includes back bacon, Cumberland sausages, fried or poached eggs, grilled tomatoes, sautéed mushrooms, black pudding. - Khachapuri (Georgian Cheese Bread)
A major 2026 trend led by hotspots like DakaDaka in Mayfair. This boat-shaped leavened bread is filled with a molten mixture of sulguni cheese. - Chicken Tikka Masala
Often cited as a national dish of England, this creamy, tomato-based curry features marinated grilled chicken.
When to go: The best time to visit London is during late spring (May to June) or early autumn (September to October) when the weather is mild and the city’s parks are at their most beautiful. While summer offers the warmest temperatures and longest daylight hours.
Local tips
- Always stand on the right side of escalators in the Underground to allow commuters to pass on the left.
- Use a contactless card or mobile payment for all public transport as buses and trains do not accept cash.
- Tap your payment card only once at the start of a bus journey but remember to tap both in and out for all train and tube travel.
- Check for a discretionary service charge on restaurant bills, which is typically 12.5% and replaces the need for an additional tip.
What travelers are noticing
- V&A East Museum: A major new cultural landmark opening in April 2026 at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, focusing on global creativity and youth-led design.
- London Museum Smithfield: The historic former meat market reopens in late 2026 as the city's premier history museum, featuring 24-hour access and innovative urban galleries.
- Maximalist Dining: A shift away from minimalism toward 'OTT' (over-the-top) restaurants like the revamped Simpson’s in the Strand and the lavish Major’s Grill.
Official tourism resource
The official destination guide for London from the British Tourist Authority, providing travel information, attractions, and itineraries for the capital.
Planning questions
Where did Insider Food eat in London?
This guide maps all 4 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in London.
What are the must-try foods in London?
Creator picks from the video include cod, haddock, mushy peas, pickled egg. Open the map in Varedelo to see which spot each one is at.
Can I save these spots to use on my trip?
Yes. Open the map in Varedelo to save every spot, get directions, and revisit the guide from your phone while you travel.
Use it on your trip
Save this restaurant map before you go
Keep the mapped spots, creator context, food notes, and planning details together. Varedelo turns the page into a phone-friendly map you can revisit when you are choosing where to go.