Mmmmmmm the smells that waft out the door when I'm heading to work mean that I'll be thinking about…read morelunch before I've turned my computer on. The sanwich prices rival the delis in the area and provide a much better quality lunch (err, the bread doesn't come with those printed grill marks...) Definitely try the ciabatta, their pastas and other goodies are all take & heat so if you've got a microwave in the office, it's a perfect place for a quick easy takeaway.

Going to this place for lunch is what I miss the most from working in Hampstead Heath. It was here…read morethat I discovered sun-blushed tomatoes. Throw in some ciabatta, oils, fresh mozzarella and pesto and I was in 'Best Sandwich Ever' territory. They also sell a variety of fresh pastas, deli meats and desserts. Well worth a visit.

Address: 17 Heritage Close, St Albans, AL3 4EB Tel: 01727…read more811222 http://www.localbakehouse.co.uk Monday - Saturday: 8.30am - 5pm Sunday: 9am - 5pm An artisan bakery, coffee shop & restaurant open 7 days a week, a place where we grabbed a quick breakfast.... well sort of! Carrot Cake - http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/bakehouse-st-albans-st-albans#0OMVFAn55KL-RfViHV3v0g Very moist and not overly sweet Chocolate Croissant - http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/bakehouse-st-albans-st-albans#P6ERePMSwZFNSp6Pnbclrw Still nice and warm, flaky must not have been long out of the oven. Hot Chocolate - http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/bakehouse-st-albans-st-albans#djwRTP-GHMeC87zlBPPN1w Very good not too sweet!

A nice surprise. Popped in for lunch whilst in the area. Food was excellent, great lunch time…read moreselections soup, salad, sandwiches all fresh and very tasty. The chorizo jam was spicy and a great addition to a sandwich. Good service and friendly staff.

I discovered this lovely place by accident when I was going for a swim at the nearby public…read moreswimming pool. After an hour swimming, their sandwich was the best reward. So tasty! Also, the staff was super friendly. A real neighborhood gem.

It's nostalgic and the best sandwich shop. When I studied abroad in London back in 2006- I was so…read morelucky to live up the street and got to eat here everyday! I've come back to visit London several times since then (most recently in September) and its amazing how all the shops have changed on this block but this sandwich shop still remains! I am sooo glad it's still here! Seriously the best sandwiches, hot dishes such as Samosas- still cheap and fast service! Love that the locals come here everyday and know they can get the best sandwich or hot food from here! I'm obsessed with their simple bacon and egg sandwich (all comes on a baguette) I get it with no sauce of any kind. My second choice- chicken with corn. Simple yet so tasty. No need a million toppings-

This is the best sandwich shop in the world and I look down on anyone that disagrees. Just kidding…read more The sandwiches and employees here are pretty amazing though- as are the prices! I came here 9 years ago when I was a student and vowed to come back to try more tasty treats. I did just that and brought my husband this time! We ordered: -Tandoori sandwich (hot) -Peri Peri Chicken sandwich (hot) Both were so delicious, huge, and under 3 pounds (which is unbelievable)! I would say peri peri chicken was the tastiest. The flavor was on point and had a good kick of spice. If you want to save money and are in the area-maybe to go visit the V&A or another museum, come grab a quick meal to go here first and then have a picnic!

Excellent little sandwich shop. Was on a work trip and took the tube specifically to try this…read moreplace. No dining area to eat there but the gentleman behind the counter working was super friendly and very quick to multitask and get people in and out. Had the chicken and cheese sandwich toasted which he recommended along with something else , but the other looked too big for my appetite.

I turned up and instantly the workers told me i wasnt welcome,after that I went to purchase a…read moresandwich when they told me I could only have certain things. the manager came out and agreed with his workers not caring for how I felt at all and then once again told me I wasn't welcome.me and my wife went to sit down when they told us to get up and that we couldnt sit there so we moved to a smaller table as we didn't want to cause anymore fuss after that they took 20 mins to deleiver 2 sandwiches! I won't be coming again and don't waste ur money unless u want treating badly ABSALOUTLEY DISGUSTING sorry for my spelling yours sincerely jonathon pugliese

This was my favorite lunch place when I was working in the area. It's a small space, almost…read moreexclusively takeaway, so it often looks like there's a long queue, but don't let that discourage you, as the staff are quick and efficient. They're also really nice and polite. Over the course of several visits, I tried the sirloin special, the coronation chicken, the chicken escalope, and the chicken/bacon/sweet corn sandwiches. I also tried the scotch eggs. My favorite was the coronation chicken, which I'd never had before (I don't think we have it in the States), but everything I tried was tasty and I'd be happy to have all of them again. The sandwiches are pretty reasonably priced at under £6, which is nice for an area where it's easy to spend the same amount on a cup of coffee and a muffin. I've always been in and out of the shop in just a few minutes, even when it's busy. Their prime lunch traffic seems to come around 12:30 and later; it was pretty empty the 1 time I went at 12. I've always been able to pay with my American bank card without any issues. Definitely recommend this place if you need lunch in the area! They also have breakfast, although I've never tried it.

Best sandwich place around here. Their chicken escalope on granary bap is my personal favourite…read more Worth the walk if you are further away but lucky for me it's on my doorstep.

Please change the hours on this . We took 18 mins (36 mins total our of our way) to drive out of…read moreour way on a rainy day only to find them closed . This location closes at 5 pm. Perhaps it is a great food. It's very small. I hope to try it someday but be there before 5.

Have to give this place 5* as I am an olive person.very much so! The quality of stock here is…read morefantastic. All are of high taste and colour. The bread is perfectly matched and you just keep scoffing it!!! Lovely staff who don't mind you having tasters. Best take your own little botttles for the oils.

Great independent sandwich bar that's always busy at lunchtime and has a wide range of very large…read moresandwiches they freshly make for you. Be prepared to wait but the staff knock out the butties as fast as they can and they are worth waiting for. Sandwich of the day/week offers are bargains and they have other discount offers on too. Much preferable to the Subway next door.

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This is a great little takeaway sandwich shop. The sandwiches are made to order. You can choose…read moreyour own bread and filling and watch while they make it. There is always lots of customers in there as their reputation is really good. The staff are plentiful and are very quick but careful. There is also a selection of hot pies, pastries etc.