Italian Deli · £ · Clerkenwell
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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.
Curated Collection
Discover handpicked cheap eats in Clerkenwell, 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.
5 restaurants
Italian Deli · £ · Clerkenwell
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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.
Italian Caff · £ · Clerkenwell
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Chicken Escalope Sandwich
The restaurant's showstopper; the chicken is boned, bashed, and breadcrumbed in-house each morning, then served on fresh ciabatta with lettuce, tomato, mustard, mayo, and a crucial squeeze of lemon.
Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.
Jewish Deli · £ · Clerkenwell
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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.
Sandwiches / Deli · £ · Clerkenwell
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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.
Syrian · £ · Clerkenwell
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Falafel Wrap
Praised by Eater for its garnish variety and hailed by locals as some of the best Syrian falafel in London.
Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.