Cuisine Guide

Cheap Eats — Best Deli in Central London

Discover handpicked Deli restaurants in Central London, with what to order first at each place.

Every place here is handpicked. Signal score shows how strong and consistent the review coverage is, not a star rating.

7 restaurants

1
L Terroni & Sons

Italian Deli · £ · Clerkenwell

85Signal

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Pizza slice

Gigantic and inexpensive, a must-order classic to enjoy while taking in the history of London's oldest Italian deli.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

2
Tongue & Brisket

Jewish Deli · £ · Clerkenwell

76Signal

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Salt Beef on Rye

A 'supreme example' of the deli classic, reviewers describe the hand-carved meat as moist, firm, and perfectly balanced—neither too salty nor too lean—on 'proper fresh rye bread.'

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

3
Paul Rothe & Son

British Deli · £ · Marylebone

76Signal

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Egg Mayo with Anchovy Sandwich

Featured on the 'favourites' board, this sandwich features tangy mayo with dill and anchovies that add 'oiliness and depth.' It is served on thick brown bread that critics describe as 'perfectly springy' with the heft to contain the generous filling.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

4
Italia Uno

Italian Deli · £ · Fitzrovia

70Signal

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The Bondola Panini

The house classic balancing silky mortadella with the sharp bite of marinated artichoke hearts.

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

5
Myddeltons Deli

Sandwiches / Deli · £ · Clerkenwell

70Signal

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Johnny Schnitzel Special

Dubbed on Instagram as the 'most papped Schnitzel' in the capital, this 'absolute banger' features two succulent slabs of fried chicken and homemade mooli coleslaw on soft herby focaccia.

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

6
Paul Rothe & Sons

British Deli · £ · Marylebone

68Signal

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Egg Mayo with Anchovies

Listed on the 'favourites' board, this classic features mayo made tangier with dill and egg whites cut into thin strips for 'proper bite and texture' on thick, springy brown bread.

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

7
Delizie D’Italia

Italian Deli · £ · Pimlico

55Signal
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Nonna

Perfectly soft meatballs in a crispy ciabatta and tomato sauce - my go to order every thime

Useful signal, but still lighter than the standouts.

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