A legendary, time-capsule caff in Camden serving traditional handmade pies to loyal locals in a preserved 1930s setting.
Ordering Strategy
Join the queue of locals at lunch; ask for chilli vinegar to cut through the rich parsley liquor.
What to order
Pie and Mash
Regarded as the 'best pies in London,' these are handmade fresh to order by owner Grant Castle using a 'closely guarded secret' family recipe and served with generous amounts of mash and 'white liquor.'
Double Pie and Mash
The most popular way to order for regulars who have been visiting for decades; most customers ensure a filling meal by 'ordering an extra pie' straight from the oven.
Apple Crumble and Custard
A 'tasty looking' traditional dessert that offers a warm, sweet contrast to the savory pies in a shop that feels 'warm and comfortable.'
Stewed Eels
An insider tip for those curious about eels but wary of the cold version; regulars order them 'stewed hot' at the bar and find them delicious when the jelly is removed.
What to skip
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Signal Score
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Top critic: Ben Gardner (80%)
Editorial Weight 56 pts
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Public Signal 12 pts
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0 Elite · 1 Editorial · 1 total signals
Public signal
4.6★ (478 reviews)
Good to know
The interior features original fixed booth seating from the 1930s; there is no website and lines are common.
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