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A cross-section of a fried chicken sandwich from Hash Hut

The Understudy is home to some of London’s best street food, right on the South Bank. With KERB curating the line up, you know it’s going to be good.

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Two people enjoy fried chicken in a cozy restaurant. The table is filled with vibrant dishes, drinks, and greenery, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere.

Street Food from London's best

We’re serving up big flavours and bold menus from independent traders who know how to feed a crowd.

Whether you’re walking along the South Bank and want lunch, grabbing a pre-show bite or settling in for the night, our rotating street food lineup delivers the goods.

The team at KERB have hand-picked our line-up, showcasing the diversity of London’s thriving food scene.

Monthly specials

Forget winter blues… our traders are turning your frown upside down with their monthly specials.

Pop by for:

  • Hash Hut’s spice bag, served with fried chicken or fried tofu (VE)
  • MexClub’s chicken tinga tostadas: a crispy tortilla with beans, chipotle-marinated chicken, lettuce, mozzarella, single cream, avocado, lime & salsa
STUDENT DISCOUNT

15%
discount

On all food & drinks at The Understudy Available all day, every day. To redeem this offer, show your student card to The Understudy bar team.


Not available when ordering via QR codes.
MEAL DEAL

£16.50
meal deal

Enjoy the best of KERB at the Understudy with our £16.50 meal deals, available Monday-Friday (excluding Wednesdays) from 12pm-4pm, plus all day Sunday

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BOOK A TABLE

Enjoy drinks on the terrace or food with friends at the South Bank's favourite venue