This is one of those few moments you can be grateful you’re not one of the Aussies living in Saudi Arabia, where you have more chance of finding a mojito than a chicken parma.
Whether you like your chips under the schnitzel or next to it, you’ll need to know where to hunt down this Aussie favourite when the craving hits. Problem is, it can often mean your wallet empties as your stomach fills!
With both in mind, we’ve put together a list of our top budget spots in London, so you can have your chicken parma and eat it too.
1. Claudio’s
Cullum Street, Fountain House, City of London
2. Grosvenors Cafe
North Audley Street
3. Casa Bardotti
Studio 1, Europa Studios, Victoria Road
4. Zefi
Walton Street, South Kensington
5. Frankie & Benny’s
All over London
6. The Original
Nicoll Road, Harlesden
7. Mona Lisa Cafe
Kings Road, Chelsea
8. Pasticcio
Northways Parade
9. Barossa
New Kings Road, Parsons Green
10. The Blue Anchor
13 Lower Mall, Hammersmith, London W69DJ
Meals at all these are priced at under £30, so you won’t need to blow your budget to get some Aussie grub. Get it in ya!
What is Chicken Parma?
Officially a Chicken Parmigiana, the parma is based on the Italian Parmigiana – a tomato and cheese extravaganza that drowns slices of aubergine in neopolitan sauce. The Aussie version is a pub favourite that is sure to line stomachs and cure hangovers.