Essentials Food To Go

Indian takeaway · Moorgate

Essentials Food To Go

Indian takeaway · Moorgate

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45 London Wall, Moorgate, London EC2M 5TE, United Kingdom

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Vegetarian curries, chaats, and dosa are highlights  

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45 London Wall, Moorgate, London EC2M 5TE, United Kingdom Get directions

£1–10 · Menu

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45 London Wall, Moorgate, London EC2M 5TE, United Kingdom Get directions

+44 20 7588 5045

£1–10 · Menu

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London’s Best Hidden Restaurants in Unlikely Locations | Eater London

"Forget standard newsagent snacks, Moorgate Post Office has its own hot food set-up, Essentials Food To Go. Specialising in various Indian curries and street food, the food is served cafeteria-style from large gastronorm trays and can be eaten in — avoid visiting at peak lunch times if so. The meat curries are fine if not slightly unremarkable, but its with the vegetarian dishes that Essentials Food To Go really excites. Think delicately spiced chana masala, egg curry with a rich sauce, vibrant green saag paneer, and myriad chaats." - Jonathan Hatchman

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London’s Best Places to Eat in Unexpected Locations

"Forget standard newsagent snacks, Moorgate Post Office has its own hot food set-up, Essentials Food To Go. Specialising in various Indian curries and street food, the food is served cafeteria-style from large gastronorm trays and can be eaten in — avoid visiting at peak lunch times if so. The meat curries are fine if not slightly unremarkable, but its with the vegetarian dishes that Essentials Food To Go really excites. Think delicately spiced chana masala, egg curry with a rich sauce, vibrant green saag paneer, and myriad chaats." - Jonathan Hatchman

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Alamin C

Google
Average curry but it wasn’t bad. I had the lamb and veg but I’m not sure if it was lamb, maybe beef? The lady who served me was nice and the portion was good. Also, the food needed seasoning. Not sure if I’ll be back

Food Lover

Google
Decent Indian food but small portions despite the big box. Seems they use large boxes to deceive portion sizes . The large daal fry ordered was only filled up to 3/4 of the box. Disappointing on what would have been a decent meal.

Paakhi Bhatnagar

Google
This is a good place for a quick lunch in the middle of work. The service is pretty fast even when there is a line. Although, I will say that there is a wait of about 6-8 minutes to get a wrap because I assume they heat up the bread on the stove and make it semi-fresh. I had their chana masala (which is vegan) with rice. The small box (which I got) was only £6 and I thought it was more than substantial. Their bigger box is £7 and I believe it could almost make for two meals. Overall, it’s very good value for money. They also have a wide variety of options including vegan and veggie options, which I love! Is this the best Indian food I’ve had in London? No. But it’s definitely a very good, affordable and convenient option for lunch when you’re around the city.

Alex G

Google
I have no idea what the bad reviews are all going on about. This is a lunch takeaway place which does really great curry, all things considered. Don’t expect anything other than a tasty ruby with awesome Punjabi pakoras and naan bread. This will feed your craving and not upset your tummy.

Zuzanna Chmielewska

Google
Very decent, not too spicy Indian food. Besides the classic curries they also have the "Indian Chinese" dishes. Fast service with a smile. Their medium size box is more than enough for a work lunch (the curries are on the heavy side).

Esthee Wong

Google
I love Indian food. Bought a lamb with rice which cost 5.99. Poor quality rice and taste. I could get a set meal in Soho for 4.50.

Omer B

Google
Food looks and smells nice but lacks flavour. It feels like they don't know what salt is. I recommend whitecrescsnt market.

Venkat A

Google
Food is good. Quantity is less. Avoid Puri, Chole puri Avoid anything deep fries in oil. Especially evening snacks are below average. Avoid Poori Paratha Aloo paratha Samosa as well Naan Chat is Good Dosa is Good