Best Sandwich Shops London by Area
Best Sandwich Shops in London by Area
London’s sandwich scene is one of the most diverse in the UK. From viral focaccia sandwiches to classic salt beef delis, London now rivals New York and Florence for destination lunch spots. Whether you’re after a quick lunch or a destination-worthy deli, here are the best sandwich shops in London, organised by area. From New York-inspired deli subs to Tuscan schiacciata and Japanese sandos, London’s lunch scene has never been more varied.
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North London Sandwich Spots
Max’s Sandwich Shop – Finsbury Park
Known for indulgent, creative builds that regularly go viral.
- Address: 19 Crouch Hill, London N4 4AP
- Nearest station: Finsbury Park
- Price range: £8У14
- Website: https://www.maxssandwichshop.com
Sandwich standout:
Ham, Egg & Chips – nostalgic comfort food turned into a stacked, flavour-packed sandwich.
Tommy’s Sandwiches – King’s Cross
A growing London favourite serving freshly made sandwiches with premium ingredients and classic deli inspiration.
- Address: 184 York Way, London N7 9AS
- Nearest station: King’s Cross St Pancras
- Price range: £7У13
- Website: https://www.tommyssandwiches.com/menusoftlaunch
Sandwich standout:
Pastrami Sandwich – layered with quality pastrami, pickles and mustard for a proper deli-style lunch.
Jolene – Newington Green
One of North London’s most respected bakeries, known for seasonal ingredients, house-milled flour and exceptional bread-based lunches.
- Address: 21 Newington Green, London N16 9PU
- Alternative locations: Hornsey Road, Redchurch Street
- Nearest station: Canonbury
- Price range: £7У12
- Website: https://www.jolenebakery.com/
Sandwich standout:
Mortadella & Taleggio Sandwich – rich Italian flavours served in freshly baked focaccia.
North London residents living at Vantage Point, Archway are well placed for some of the city’s best sandwiches, with King’s Cross, Finsbury Park and Newington Green all within easy reach.
East London Sandwich Spots
Rogue Sarnies – Bethnal Green
A proper sandwich-led spot known for inventive fillings and excellent bread.
- Address: 241 Bethnal Green Road, London E2 6AB
- Nearest station: Shoreditch High Street
- Price range: £9У14
- Website: https://www.roguesarnies.com
Sandwich standout:
Beef Shin French Dip – rich slow-cooked beef with dipping gravy.
Dusty Knuckle Bakery – Dalston
A bakery-led sandwich spot with exceptional bread at its core.
- Address: Abbot Street Car Park, Dalston, London E8 3DP
- Alternative locations: Harringay
- Nearest station: Dalston Kingsland
- Price range: £6У10
- Website: https://www.thedustyknuckle.com
Sandwich standout:
Mortadella & Pistachio – light, nutty and packed with flavour.
Deeney’s – Leyton & Broadway Market
Scottish-inspired toasties that have built a loyal following.
- Main locations:
- 360 High Road Leyton, London E10 6QE
- Broadway Market, London E8
- Nearest station: Leyton Midland Road
- Price range: £7У11
- Website: https://www.deeneys.com
Sandwich standout:
Macbeth – haggis, cheddar, rocket and caramelised onion.
Focaccia Mia – Bethnal Green
A popular East London sandwich shop specialising in authentic Italian focaccia packed with premium imported ingredients and freshly baked bread.
- Address: 92 Bethnal Green Road, London E1 6JW
- Nearest station: Shoreditch High Street
- Price range: £8У14
- Website: https://focacciamialdn.co.uk/
Sandwich standout:
Mortadella, Burrata & Pistachio – creamy burrata, rich mortadella and crunchy pistachio in soft focaccia.
FOCA – Shoreditch
A Shoreditch sandwich shop specialising in Roman-style focaccia sandwiches with premium Italian ingredients and freshly baked bread.
- Address: 30 Rivington Street, London EC2A 3DZ
- Nearest station: Old Street
- Price range: £8У14
- Website: https://www.focasandwiches.com
Sandwich standout:
Prosciutto, Stracciatella & Pistachio – creamy, salty and packed into crisp focaccia.
Chatsworth Bakehouse – Lower Clapton
A hugely popular East London bakery known for inventive bakes, seasonal specials and standout sandwiches that regularly draw queues.
- Address: 48 Chatsworth Road, London E5 0LP
- Nearest station: Homerton
- Price range: £7У13
- Website: https://www.chatsworthbakehouse.com
Sandwich standout:
Mortadella, Mozzarella & Pistachio – rich Italian flavours layered into freshly baked focaccia.
Living at Dressage Court, Bethnal Green puts you close to some of East London’s most talked-about sandwich shops, including Rogue Sarnies, Focaccia Mia and nearby Shoreditch lunch favourites.
Central London Sandwich Spots
Paul Rothe & Son – Marylebone
One of London’s oldest family-run sandwich shops, serving classic made-to-order sandwiches since 1900.
- Address: 35 Marylebone Lane, London W1U 2NN
- Nearest station: Bond Street
- Price range: £5У9
- Website: https://paulrotheandson.co.uk
Sandwich standout:
Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese – simple, fresh and consistently excellent on granary bread.
All’Antico Vinaio – Soho
The famous Florence sandwich shop has become one of Soho’s busiest lunch destinations, known for oversized schiacciata sandwiches packed with premium Italian ingredients. Conveniently located beneath a HomeQuarters residence, it has quickly become a go-to lunch spot for local renters and office workers alike.
- Address: 19–21 Great Pulteney Street, London W1F 9NG
- Alternative locations: Fitzrovia
- Nearest station: Oxford Circus
- Price range: £10У16
- Website: https://www.allanticovinaiouk.com
Sandwich standout:
La Favolosa – filled with salami, pecorino cream, aubergine and artichoke cream in freshly baked schiacciata bread.
Dal Fiorentino – Fitzrovia
A Florence-inspired sandwich shop specialising in Tuscan schiacciata sandwiches filled with premium Italian meats, cheeses and spreads.
Address: 60 Charlotte Street, London W1T 2NU
Nearest station: Goodge Street
Price range: £9У15
Website: https://www.dalfiorentino.com
Sandwich standout:
La Paradiso – packed with mortadella, pistachio cream and burrata in freshly baked schiacciata bread.
La Finestra – Fitzrovia
Best known for Italian street food and focaccia sandwiches served with premium imported ingredients in the heart of Fitzrovia.
- Address: 11 Rathbone Place, London W1T 1HR
- Nearest station: Tottenham Court Road
- Price range: £8У14
