Pret is a grab and go scenario most of the time. Some cafes have seating but others are in airports or train stations. The coffee is decent. They don't have almond milk options but do have soya, oat and coconut milk. This take away situation was quick and convenient. The people who worked there were efficient at keeping the line moving. We had coffee, breakfast croissants and porridge. The items are marked with allergens. read more

Decent quick food. Not fancy, just sandwiches and pre-packaged items; great for a quick or after hours bite.

Pret, ily. I'm from California, so I can't help but to keep comparing between UK & US establishments and it's no different with Pret. If anyone asks whether I want to meet at Starbucks or Pret, without a doubt, it's Pret. The quality of foods is almost similar to Panera Bread in the States, except Pret is much cheaper. I don't know how they do it! They've got different kinds of salads, wraps (my fav is the hummus wrap), sandwiches, croissants, other pastries, and yummy etc. Their sandwiches are amazing, perfectly portioned, and filled with healthy goodness. My fav is their lox sandwich and I have it with my hot miso soup that I get from Wasabi. It reallyyy does it for me in the mornings. Also, I get their green juice bottle on the go whenever I can. I really wish I can bring Pret with me to CA. read more

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I LOVE the Pret A Manger on Bernard St by Russell Square! The customer service was SUPERB, staff was super friendly and helpful, the food was DELICIOUS (especially the dreamy Pastel De Nata), drinks were made so quickly and tasty! It was overall a great experience, and so much fun that I came back two days in a row!!!! 100/10 reccommend!!! read more

This Pret was very convenient to our hotel (the Holiday Inn) and the Russell Square station, so I walked there each morning to get food for my family and bring it back to the hotel. There is a wide selection of pastries, coffees, fresh juices, beverages, and more. I also had one of the salads for lunch which was excellent. The service was always quick and friendly. Wish we had Pret back in Minnesota where I live. read more

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Enjoyed this place a lot and I mean a lot. I usually come here during the breakfast and lunch times to grab a drink or maybe a sandwich. They have so many different food options and they are easily able to take it to go and eat it on the road! It's not that expensive and honestly I think this place is a pretty good place if your in a group because everyone can just pick the things they want! I love their drink items and choices you can grab juices, coffee, teas whatever you fancy. I tried this chia pudding and i even though it's small it was a nice small snack while walking around the area. Place is super clean! But know that during the later hours this place becomes pretty sparse with the selection of food. If you want to see all the variety you should come here during the morning. If I had to compare it to something in USA it's a way better version than Panera bread!! read more

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I absolutely love all the Pret A Manger's located around the city! I wish we had them in America. There is seriously a lack of healthy quick food in the US and Pret A Manger fills that void perfectly! The salads, all delicious. The sandwiches, light and absolutely refreshing! I seriously almost ate here every other day for an early lunch or breakfast and have never had a bad experience and absolutely loved the food. The great selection of coffee, cold/hot food and drinks is exactly what I need for a quick lunch or breakfast. My favorite is the pesto chicken with the awesome balls of cheese. It just works really well together! If I'm ever in London again, you can bet I'll be coming to Pret A Manger if I need a quick affordable meal. read more

Pret A Manger - Pesto chicken with onion and cheese chips - Sandwiches Near Me - London, XGL

You can find these gems all over London. This location is directly across from the Russell Square Station this restaurant carries great healthy selections. Hot food, cold food, coffee, fresh juices, yogurt, gluten-free items and more. Plenty of seating and excellent service. If your looking for something quick hit the frig area for goodies from baked sweet potato fries to fresh salad greens. Very clean with a warm décor. There's free wifi, an espresso bar and a wonderful view. ThInk, "British version of Panera. Enjoy, ~Christy read more

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Fast food in America there's Big Macs with super sized portions of sodas and fries. Fast food in London there's Pret (French for "Ready to eat"). there's freshly made pastries, soups, salads, sandwiches (I prefer the baguette ones for £3) in a smaller more manageable portions. I'd describe Pret as a combo Pannera/Starbucks/Boulange but with way better food and free wifi. This particular Pret is roomy and casual with scattered laptop campers from the nearby college. The funky jazz and songs from Adele created a relaxing atmosphere. * Ham, bacon, and cheese croissant - £2 WOW! Excellent savoury snack! Smoked bacon lardons and a slice of cured ham, layered with Emmental cheese and a dab of rich tomato sauce. (http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/fx959BvpAYc4EN41NUS2Kw?select=-JEtotSGj51QqqnjVZ7-SA#-JEtotSGj51QqqnjVZ7-SA) Their croissants are top quality; light and flaky texture without being overly dense and buttery. The secret is in the butter they use, imported from France with a higher butter fat content. (closest pastries back home is from Tartine) Their cookies aren't as sweet with more texture. (http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/fx959BvpAYc4EN41NUS2Kw?select=-JEtotSGj51QqqnjVZ7-SA#ALgCNjBpc9Droq61BsGV9A) From a person who rather go somewhere new EVERY time, we came here a couple times because their pastries were so damm good. PLUS, you have got to love a place that donates its daily unsold food to homeless charities. That's social responsibility and I'll round my 4.5 up. I can see why Travel and Leisure magazine names Pret as one of the top Fast Food restaurants in the world. (http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/fx959BvpAYc4EN41NUS2Kw?select=kwOtxHjfb8SOcW1myTnsUA) read more

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The summer before I moved to London, I met a younger relative of mine at a family wedding. He's a Londoner born and bred, and the minute he heard I was moving to the big smoke he wouldn't shut up about Pret. Except of course he didn't pronounce the 't', instead harping on about how he couldn't wait to get home for a 'Preh brownie', and that he had withdrawal symptoms from not drinking at least three 'Preh lah-tays' a day. Preh this. Preh that. How I laughed at him. Particularly so as the wedding was in Vienna, the home of swirly, creamy coffee things. Now it's three years later and I have only recently managed to wean myself off the charms of Pret. What can I say about the place? It's Veggie Sandwiches of the Week, so-gooey-they're-wrong choc croissants, avocado wraps, parsnip crisps, do-gooder image and chirpy staff have fueled my time in this town. Most Prets manage to provide almost identical products, but this Russell Square branch has been particularly consistent in its ability to produce extra-foamy lattes, while also boasting large egg chairs and sofas to enjoy them in. I know it's silly, but I also like Pret better since McDonalds renounced their 25% share in the chain. read more

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It's an obstinate chain of the sandwich-cafe variety whose stubborn recurrence on the streets of London at two-block intervals can make even the person least concerned with restaurant diversity want to pull her hair out. So why am I reviewing a Pret a Manger, you might ask? Because this one is big. Big, convenient, and comfortable. No matter how many tourists pouring into it from Russell Square station across the street, there's always room for you, your cheap tea/coffee and some work/reading material. Did I mention the wifi is free? Yeah, it's free. And if you can't get your notebook to connect to 'the Cloud', the manager of this location will make it his personal job to fix it, even if this means restarting the router, thus kicking off anyone else in the cafe who was using it in the process. If you can snag one of the comfortable chairs in the window enclave, you can get some serious people watching in as well. Any visit over 15 minutes will reward you with recycled music, as it would seem this Pret a Manger only has five songs on a continuous loop pumping out of its speakers. (And, by 'reward', I mean 'irritate'.) So, yeah. The tea is cheap, the wifi is free and the seating is comfortable. It's the only Pret a Manger location I would want to visit, as it would seem the others tend to be cramped, unaccommodating lunchtime conveyor belts for the city's professionals. And the counter staff won't sneer at you when you go to pay for your £1.18 tea with a credit card, as I'm wont to do. What can I say, my classiness impresses even me. read more

Why am i reviewing a soulless chain that can be found everywhere and is really no different than Starbucks et al? (well, can be found all over the UK, Hong Kong and NYC at least) Because Pret is special. It has soul, it's sandwiches are quite affordable (around the 2.50 region). And when one is a student needing to conserve your quid, that's quite nice and still very tasty. Their lattes are nicely prepared, their chicken club sandwich makes me quite happy and the mozzarella and tomato croissant is fantastic. I have a much greater appreciation for simple sandwiches now because of Pret (so long as those simple sandwiches are prepared quite well). I do wish we had one in San Francisco, however. I think that's my only gripe about Pret... read more

Pret is my fave chain from the UK. I used to frequent the Pret in Union Square, NYC that took over another fave place ('Tisserie) for their sandwiches, cookies, and tea. When I finally visited London, I found Pret EVERYWHERE! Not all the Pret's are the same but the consistency of friendly customer service astounds me. This Pret is spacious and I spent a leisurely breakfast here with my small smoked salmon and cream cheese baguette and hot tea on a rainy morning. The friendly lady at the cashier was very sweet and assured me that I'd be more awake after I've had my breakfast. The free wifi at Pret is also very nice and I made good use of it. There is a homey feeling of this Pret as well as the one near Farringdon station. I've had a number of Pret sandwiches and they have all been pretty consistently decent. read more

Large branch of Pret with a larger than average selection of sandwiches and snacks. The sausage and egg breakfast barms are particularly delicious. Staff are friendly, helpful and efficient. A very busy branch with a fast turnover of customers. read more

Possibly the best place for charging your electronic devices! (It is large enough for people to have a casual or official meeting, as well.) read more

They have a lot of good options suitable to different lifestyles and allergies. I am vegan and there were a lot of options available for me.

Oh, beloved Pret. You were such wonderful relief after a week of endless boozing, plates of chips, buttery pastries, and dollops of clotted cream. Just when I thought my gallbladder might desperately try to save itself by climbing up my esophagus and leaping out of my mouth, there you were. Your Superfood Salad, Miso Soup, and peppermint tea saved my greasy, mangy soul every day. I'll miss you when I go back to Canada! read more

I LOVE this place. Definitely the best chain restaurant in Europe. It has fresh, convenient and healthy food at very reasonable prices. I love their salads, particularly the crayfish and avocado salad as well as their smoked salmon sandwich. Their smoothies aren't quite as good and are priced slightly higher (3.45 pounds for the one that tastes like a pina colada). It's pretty crowded during lunchtime, but the line moves very quickly and they have many registers open. Definitely recommend this place for a quick and healthy lunch! read more

Oh, Pret, I'll miss you so much. In a city where most food is blander than water, your sandwiches actually had flavour. The super club saved me from many a hungry afternoon without breaking my bank account. It was so delicious that I barely had time to start branching out to other sandwiches before I was whisked back to the US. You were uncomplicated, reliable, and available whenever I needed you. I hope one day you'll decide to come to LA, where we can be together forever, but until then, I'll never forget our spring fling. read more

This is what you would usually expect from a pret. Decent food, tasty, but not the cheapest option. read more

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If I (or anyone else in our group) missed breakfast, which was often, we would usually stop here before heading out to wherever we were going for the day. Not that we really missed out on anything in the dining hall. The food is definitely better than at Tesco, and the coffee is definitely comparable to Starbucks. I find Pret better than Starbucks because it also sells a good variety of convenient food which actually tastes good. If only Pret existed on the West Coast of the USA... read more

Pret saved me while I was in London! Their ingredients were always fresh and of great quality. I loved their baguettes with brie, basil, and tomato and their Love Bars were heavenly! We all know that London isn't especially famous for its light and healthy food (very much the contrary, I'll have you know) so Pret was an excellent meal option for anytime of the day. read more

Only recently have i discovered this fab branch of Pret.Normally used to the tiny,hard to grab a seat one's.....none of that here,it is huge so loads of seats,nice buzz but relaxing also......so 5 stars from me. Liking their new sandwiches in ' Artisan ' bread and the soups are always appreciated in the winter. read more

The usual Pret food and coffee, which to my taste is quite good and healthy for a fast food. Unfortunately, this particular shop is Very Very busy! Whenever I want to sit down for a cup of coffee before my class at SOAS It's a hassle to get any table (let alone a good one). read more

Good location and large eating in facility. If you have not tried Pret then you are missing out. The food is all natual and the coffee organic. My opinion is food beats starbucks breakfast sandwiches but the coffee doesn't! read more

I love this place! So convenient and perfect if you just want to grab a quick lunch on a busy day. They have a decent variety of pre-packaged sandwiches, I love the chicken avocado sandwich. There are so many of these on every other corner! read more

Once the staff here gave me a free hot chocolate for being in a happy mood. They said I was the smiliest person that day, and that I deserved a free drink. Yay!! It's great that they encourage happy customers! read more

I like this branch. I'm often in the area and service is quick. I usually pop in for breakfast and pick up a yogurt pot which is a particular favourite of mine. read more

It's a Pret. It's generally pretty clean, there's a lot of places to sit, the location is excellent, the food is mediocre, and the bathroom is actually pretty clean. They won't be friendly, but they'll get you in and out in a hurry. I don't love it, I don't hate it. A-OK sums it up nicely. read more

We ate in a couple of London branches of this chain. I wasn't pleased myself, since most of the premade sandwiches were slathered in mayo. If that doesn't bother you, you might rate it higher. For myself, I preferred the Eat chain. read more

It's such a great setting and wonderful place to enjoy a meal and a conversation. I had a breakfast croissant and a nice natural juice they had on sale and both were not only tasty but fresh and healthy. Definitely try this place out!! read more

It's a great time to be English. Minus the rain. And the women. I'm sitting inside right now while the charge in my netbook slowly drains out of it. Great sandwiches! Very tasty! Great prices too (if you're English) but with the USD at 1.7:1 right now half a sandwich costs 1.5UK=2.55USD. Which I guess isn't too bad... I should've gotten the whole sandwich though.for 3UK=5USD. But bloody hell, a can of Coke costs 90P=1.5USD here. And is it too much to ask for some bloody electrical outlets!?!?!? The Wifi's free though... maybe I should head over to Starbucks. read more

Prêt a Manger is a chain restaurant that serves fresh-made sandwiches, soups, etc. They are everywhere in London and I had lunch in the one on Southampton Row near Russell Square. The prices are decent for expensive London. I had a sandwich with shrimp, cucumber and spinach leaves. The sandwich was not overstuffed and I would have liked a few more shrimp, but it was good. I also had one of the soups of the day, split pea soup with mint, which was quite filling. This is a good place to go if you're on the run while sightseeing in London and don't want to take time for a leisurely lunch. read more

I ate at this place in Russell Square so many times when I was visiting London. It was SOOOOOO good and was better and cheaper and healthier than most restaurants in the area. I absolutely love the salads and the LOVE bars. The coffee is fantastic too. It beats the hell out of Starbucks. Luckily, there are two Prets in Washington, DC, so I can still get my fill :) read more

I am also embarrassed to like a chain, but the sandwiches are quite good--very creative as sandwiches so. The soup is also very good.

Pret is fine if you are looking for a quick lunch to take away. This Pret location in particular is large and spacious, but often very crowded. Overall, Pret offers a good variety of fairly priced, average sandwiches. read more

What can I say that all the other 5-star reviews haven't already said? Pret is amazing, and I still miss it. The croissants are comparable to those found in France. Most of the sandwiches are great, and the sides are delicious, too. Oddly enough, it's the only place so far where I've been able enjoy pulpy orange juice. *sigh* there I go, getting nostalgic again! If only there was a Pret, or something like it, in LA! read more

I ate here a couple times while visiting London. And, in comparison to the rest of the food that I had eaten in the city, (fish and chips, Indian curry..) I was suprised! I enjoyed the food so much that several years later, I still remember the name of the place. I constantly tell people before they do Euope traveling to visit this place. To say the least, the food was fresh and tasted wonderful. So thumbs up UK! :P read more

FOOD POISING!!!! Their soup kept my parents up all night sick, so sick! Thankfully i was not hungry, but do not eat here!!