London’s sandwich scene is currently insane — there are enough excellent sandwiches to eat every day without getting bored.
Feeds are swamped with avant-garde spots that are far larger than you’d anticipate from a sandwich restaurant. What about Panadera in Soho and Marylebone? That’s the one that has made everyone on social media weak at the knees with its Pinoy charm.
Florence Mae Maglanoc is responsible for nailing it. This place is all about pandesal dough vibes — soft, slightly sweet Filipino rolls. They bake everything fresh every day, transforming classics into fluffy loaves, huge sandos and unique delicacies. It’s like a warm hug from the Philippines, reimagined for London streets.
Now, what about the sando, which rules everything? Their Corned Beef Hash is unquestionably London’s best. Imagine brisket brined for three days, shredded just exactly for the perfect chew, combined with potatoes and velvety béchamel, fried crispy and wrapped within pillowy pandesal. Add calamansi ketchup for a tangy kick, garlic aioli for silkiness, crunchy onions and fresh lettuce — it’s perfect ecstasy. It tastes like Manila merienda (snack) gone gourmet.
Don’t overlook the egg sando — it’s an Instagram stunner with gorgeous layers that provide big time. Or the corned beef sandwich, with its juicy, American-style swagger. Lines outside the door? Totally worth it.
The lineup’s got fire, too: ube matcha lattes (purple yam creaminess meets matcha Zen), Mango Dream for instant tropical vibes, and classic pandesal rolls that flakes just right. Need to feed a crew? Hit up their custom corporate catering. Pre-order pandesal for easy grabs, or gift e-cards online. Two central spots make it a no-brainer.
Panadera is where Filipino hearts meet London excitement. And when you have the chance to go there, answer the call of your taste buds.