A beloved takeaway dish that's one of the most popular in Ireland, the spice bag is slowly making its way over to the UK. This delicacy fuses Irish and Chinese flavours, usually made up of crispy fried chicken, chips and spices, paired with curry sauce.
Wondering where to get a spice bag in London? We've rounded up all our favourite locations, from family-run takeaways to charming pubs cooking up a feast.
Best London Spice Bags
1. Belushi's
- Address: multiple locations
- Price: £11 (or £7.50 on Tuesdays)
- Best for: sports fans
Been searching 'where to find spice bags in London near me' lately? Whether you're in Hammersmith, Camden, London Bridge or beyond, head to your local Belushi's for affordable eats in a vibrant setting. These buzzing sports bars show all the biggest events on 4k Ultra HD screens, providing top-notch entertainment while you eat.
Their chicken spice bag promises crispy meat and chips, seasoned to perfection with a Chinese spice mix and curry sauce for dipping. Pair this with two-for-one cocktails between 4 and 8pm on weekdays. And if you visit on a Tuesday? Spice bags are just £7.50 each.
Enjoy Belushi's spice bags in a buzzing atmosphere.
2. Molly Mc's
- Address: 96 Isabella Street, Southwark, SE1 8DD
- Price: £13
- Best for: traditional Irish vibes
A charming Irish pub that's steeped in family history, Molly Mc's can be found in Southwark. The venue is named after Molly Mc Elhinney, the grandmother of directors Johnny and Ryan, who founded the iconic Mc Elhinney’s women’s fashion store in Ireland.
Expect regular, traditional live music from Thursday to Saturday each week, as well as private karaoke rooms. Their fiery spice bag features popcorn chicken, hot peppers, chips and spring onion, alongside plenty of curry sauce. It also goes great with a pint (or two) of Guinness.
Soak up the welcoming Irish atmosphere at Molly Mc's.
3. Scaldy
- Address: 5 Lloyd's Avenue, Fenchurch Street, EC3N 3AE
- Price: from £9.50
- Best for: a wide variety of spice bags
Quite possibly offering the best Irish spice bag in London, Scaldy is a pop-up kitchen dedicated to the delicacy. They're found at Feeney's on Lloyd's Avenue, where they've taken over their kitchen with a menu of affordable Irish-Chinese treats.
This is a great affordable option, and one of the only places to offer a vegetarian spice bag too - as you can choose between chicken, tofu and beef. Plus, there's the option to switch chips for a Chinese salad with any of them.
Scaldy London are spice bag specialists.
4. The Raglan
- Address: 199 Shernhall Street, Walthamstow, ENGLAND E17 9HX
- Price: £32 - to be shared between two or three
- Best for: a more sophisticated meal
A quirky pub in the Walthamstow area, The Raglan combines Irish hospitality with a modern twist on Indian flavours. This has resulted in a gourmet spice bag, featuring premium, deep-fried chicken on a bed of crispy new potatoes.
This is one of the fanciest picks on our list, and while it's a little more on the pricey side, trust us, it's well worth it. While it's less of a quick takeaway and more of a sit-down meal, it's a still a popular choice among lovers of the Irish delicacy. Even better? They serve a mean pint of Guinness too.
A blend of Irish and Indian cuisines has resulted in a high-end spice bag at The Raglan.
5. BrewDog
- Address: multiple locations
- Price: from £9.25
- Best for: enjoying a spice bag alongside great beer
With bars everywhere from Waterloo to Ealing and Canary Wharf, you're never too far from your nearest BrewDog. And that's lucky for you, as they offer a scrumptious spice bag as part of their extensive menu.
Dive into crispy salt and chilli fries loaded with all the good stuff, with the option to add fried chicken for an extra £4.50. And the best part about this one is that you'll have countless taps of fresh beer available to wash it down with.
Pair your spice bag with fresh beer at BrewDog.
6. Paddy Wok
- Address: 3 Creekside, Deptford, SE8 4SA
- Price: £9.95
- Best for: an authentic spice bag
A small takeaway spot in Deptford that's open Wednesday to Sunday, Paddy Wok is an authentic Irish-Chinese eatery that's run by a group of friends. They are self-proclaimed spice bag specialists, and we agree with this wholeheartedly.
Their short but sweet meu features spice bags for just £9.95, as well as scrumptious sides like egg-fried rice and vegetable spring rolls. So if you're in South London, get yourself over to this place.
Enjoy a fusion of Irish and Chinese flavours at Paddy Wok.
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