The liveliest Indian dining in London. A real ethnic experience, but very safe.

Buy beer and wine from the off-licenses all down the street, and pick a restaurant. It's a mixed bag, but bargains can be had. I negotiated a price of 5 UK pounds per head for a party of 11 people once (for main course and poppadums). Expect a lot of very drunk Londoners looking for a bargain!

During the day there is the excellent Whitechapel Gallery nearby, if you like contemporary art. Not far from Hoxton, the stomping grounds of the original Brit-art crowd such as Damien Hirst and Tracy Emin (she is often seen at the Rivington Bar & Grill near old Street).

Indian food in England is as popular as Chinese food is in the U.S. If you want to find out what it is that makes the Brits love it so much, experience it at its best at Brick Lane.

As you wander down the street, enjoying the sights and sounds, feel free to amble into whichever restaurant takes your fancy--you won't get a bad curry here.

Feeling adventurous but unsure what to order? Take your time to ask your server about the ingredients and flavors the various dishes have to offer; you will always find friendly assistance from the staff enthusiastic to give you a tour of the tastebuds!