The best sandwiches in London - tried, tested, and demolished

As much as I would like it to be, the Secret Sandwich Shop in Notting Hill is no secret. They've been elegantly stacking Japanese-inspired sandwiches above an underground nightclub. Their signature (and name-sake) sandwich is completely vegetarian, which shows how well they do a veggie sarnie. Expect great textures, soft bread, and for people to ask you "omg, where did you got that sandwich" (this really happened to me!)

Address: 103 Talbot Rd, London W11 2AT
We ordered: Crispy greens
Price: from £10
Best for: Vegetarians

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You've got to have guts to call your sandwich shop 'My Favourite Sandwich' but in this case, it's paid off. This may be a vegan sandwich but it packs *serious* flavour. We also tried their tuna salad sandwich, but this spicy vegan roll easily stole the show. The bread is soft and bouncy, working well to soak up the sauce from the roasted veg. It's a must-order and has lived up to its brand name.

Address: 141 Commercial St, London E1 6BJ
We ordered: Spicy vegan
Price: from £8

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Take a stroll along Church Street and through Clissold Park and find yourself at Fink's. Recently opened in the park's pump house, they provide some of the best breakfast, brunch, and lunch offerings in the neighbourhood, not to mention some mean sandwiches. This miso mushroom sandwich was a dreamy blend of salty, umami flavours, and was served on the bounciest sourdough. Definitely one to add to your never-ending list of London must-visits.

Address: Stoke Newington Church St, London N16 9HJ
We ordered: Miso mushroom
Price: from £10

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A Soho institution, it's no surprise Quo Vadis has made this list. Although their menu is full of more complex and rich dishes, you can't go wrong with their smoked eel sandwich. A signature dish for the restaurant for a reason: thin toasted bread, big hunks of fish, and some pickled onion to garnish. Don't worry, it tastes a lot better than it sounds!

Address: 26-29 Dean St, London W1D 3LL
We ordered: Smoked eel sandwich
Price: £17

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In no short space of time, Dusty Knuckle earned a cult following - and for good reason. Constant throngs of people outside the doors of their bakery hoping to buy anything from flaky pastries to hearty sandwiches. Dusty Knuckle is a great option for a breakfast sandwich. They use their own freshly baked bread and make all fillings in-house. You can almost *taste* the love they've crafted it with.

Address: Abbot St, London E8 3DP
We ordered: Egg, chilli cheese, on focaccia
Price: from £7.60

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You can't call yourself a true sandwich connoisseur if you're not a bánh mì lover. A crunchy baguette filled with veg and protein is a sure-fire way to conquer your lunchtime hunger and Keu is the perfect place to get your fix. The food is authentic and delicious, and the finely sliced veggies add a much-needed freshness that balances out the rest of the roll. Trust us, you will *not* be let down.

Address: 9 Poland St, London W1F 8PY
We ordered: Mackerel stew bánh mì
Price: from £11.50

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Recently, it's been hard to avoid seeing videos of gigantic lines outside the new Sandwich Sandwich which opened up in St Paul's. Naturally, we had to see what the hype was about, and in this case? The hype is real. It tastes as good as it looks, although it's a beast and can be hard to eat initially. You get a lot of bang for your buck and would be a great option to share with a friend. Fair warning though, it's not the best for veggies and vegans!

Address: 1 Gresham Street, London, EC2V 7BX
We ordered: Chicken Kyiv (with extra jalapenos!)
Price: from £8.95

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If you were about to book a trip to Italy, don't. Save yourself the money and hop on the tube to Dal Fiorentino where they are serving up authentic Schiacciate Fiorentine. The meat was freshly cut for every sandwich and they weren't stingy on the filling. Our sarnie was £6 making it an ideal lunch option.

Address: 74 Hoxton St, London N1 6LP (various locations)
We ordered: Donatello
Price: from £4.50

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A bagel making this list might be hotly contested. Is it really a 'sandwich'? Well, if you ask me, there's filling between two bits of bread, so yes. Papo's Bagels certainly earns a place on this list. They are one of the most reliable bagel joins in the capital, constantly making soft, chewy dough and thick flavourful filling. You will never catch me turning down an offer to grab a bagel from their small shop tucked away in Dalston.

Address: 73-75 Shacklewell Ln, London E8 2EB
We ordered: The classic
Price: from £5

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Rogue Sarnies is flavour-central, but beware, it's messy. Come prepared with napkins and wipes if you're planning to eat this on the go. Whilst the roast beef dip sandwich was tasty, the meat ended up making the bread quite soggy. We much preferred their OG Marmite and cheese. The classic combo can't be beaten, and it benefitted from being simpler than some of their other menu items.

Address: 263 Poyser St, London E2 9RF
We ordered: Roast beef dip sandwich
Price: from £8

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Not only is The Laundry great for a Sunday roast (and brunch!) but they also make a mean steak sandwich. Seasoned impeccably and filled with fries, this baguette will not leave you hungry. It's usually served to-go, so if you're ever about in Brixton and in need of a quick bite, you know where to go.

Address: 374 Coldharbour Ln, London SW9 8PL
We ordered: Steak frites sandwich
Price: £10

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If you've got a craving for a steak sarnie and happen to find yourself in a lovely French brasserie, worry not! Marceline takes the cake for one of the fanciest sandwiches in London. The restaurant is a gorgeous space to dine in which elevated our sandwich-eating-experience to the max. The steak is tender, the cheese perfectly ooey-gooey, and the lettuce adds the perfect fresh crunch. Order yourself a side of chips and you'll be happy as Larry.

Address: 5 Water St, London E14 5GX
We ordered: Steak sandwich
Price: £15

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If you're craving a more *elevated* sandwich, then The Drop in Coal Drop's Yard is the place to go. Surrounded by low-lit, exposed brick interiors and a summer spritz in hand, The Drop's toastie menu is the perfect way to satiate your sandwich craving. Particularly their guest toastie, which has been created by creator, cook, and writer, Condiment Claire and features candied jalapenos and spiced plum jam, ideal for the colder evenings that are creeping in.

Address: Unit 22-24 Bagley Walk Arches Coal Drops Yard, London N1C 4DH
We ordered: The guest toastie
Price: from £11