Porterford - Piatti

72 Watling St, EC4M 9BJ, City of London,Westminster, United Kingdom

🛍 Lunch, Brunch, British, Barbecue

4.5 💬 2265 Recensioni

Telefono: +442072481396

Indirizzo: 72 Watling St, EC4M 9BJ, City of London,Westminster, United Kingdom

Città: City of London,Westminster

Menu Piatti: 4

Recensioni: 2265

Sito Web: http://www.porterfordbutchers.co.uk

"I had to go here several times before I decided to write a review, in case my first time was just a fluke and I was just lucky to have had a great baguette sandwich (chicken) and that I was hungry. I have now had several other sandwiches and I can say that all were delicious. The price: at £5 it is cheap for a City of London sandwich and they don't scrimp on the filling (each sandwich is so full of meat). Most of the time I struggle to finish my sandwich because it is so full of meant but I think the serving is just enough for the average person. The taste: yummy. The service: I have read reviews complaining about the service but I must say that all the servers were very nice, and they work very quickly. Their sandwiches are made to order: you choose which filling you want from the glass display counter (or the list on the board), whether you want it in a baguette (I always do) and what sauce you want (mayo, etc). I was overwhelmed the first time I ordered a sandwich that I had to ask the service staff what they would recommend, and after I followed their suggestion, they said I should let them know how it was next time I'm back it was a really nice touch of customer service. If you want to have an idea of what they offer and their prices, check their website, which has a menu. I always wonder how they manage to keep their prices low but I guess they make up for the number of customers. They also sell raw meat, of course. One time I wanted pork back fat but unfortunately, after they searched downstairs, they had none. They asked me to come back another day; and when I did my pork fat was waiting for me. It was not cheap, but it's high quality meat. About the queue. It is not that long. The reason for the queue is that the sandwiches are done right in front of you. During the times I was there, my longest wait in the queue from the time I fell in line to the time I got my sandwich was less than 4 minutes. I guess the queue is longer at peak lunch hours (I usually go after 1pm). I have recommended this place to my colleagues and have told them that they will not regret it."

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thereviewer93 thereviewer93

I work locally so visit frequently. Can get a high quality meal-deal for the price of a pint! Superb location, superb food. Would 110% recommend.

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ChristianB
ChristianB

Small butcher in pedestrian street. You will certainly queue at lunch time but it's worth. Home-made sandwiches, burgers for very honest price in London. Tender and quality meat, potatoes for a grab and go. The only negative point: closed on weekends and despite closure a 7pm, nothing left after 6pm.


268hassana
268hassana

Place looks decent However, rude staff! I came for the Wagyu Burger and I do not understand why there was bacon embedded in the cheese! Surely for many reasons, the bacon should be an add on basis. I kindly requested for one to be done without the bacon and they did not want to do it Walked out empty handed wont ever come back.


Jamieroch1
Jamieroch1

I have been frequenting this restaurant for breakfast and lunch for the past 6 years, but I have noticed that they have started to skimp on the fillings of their baguettes while also raising the prices. It is disappointing because the food is actually quite good, but it is frustrating when you expect a satisfying lunch and end up feeling hungry. I believe I will be looking for another place to eat from now on. Visualizza piatti


Snappers99
Snappers99

This restaurant is a hidden treasure. Instead of buying your lunch or breakfast from a cafe or store where you don't know the quality of the meat, why not go to a butcher and have some delicious food prepared right in front of you? There's a reason why there's always a line at this place, but it's definitely worth the wait as it moves quickly. Be sure to order quickly though, as the staff are busy but that adds to the experience.


Sanka1
Sanka1

I went to The Butchers for lunch where they offer burgers, baguettes, and meatboxes in addition to fresh meats. I particularly enjoyed the Philly Cheese steak baguette, which was delicious, had a good portion size, and was well-priced at £6. The burgers were also quite tasty, priced at around £5-6, and the baguettes with various meats ranged from £5 to £7. Overall, it's a great spot for a work lunch takeaway. I highly recommend it!


julius
julius

It 's one of my favorite places in town, definitely a hidden gem! During lunch time the Portford turns into a fast food restaurant with very high quality food. They offer a variety of meats and always serve you with a smile. I really like the guys behind the counter, the Porterford has a very unique and original vibe. The queue is usually quite long, but they work very efficiently and you never wait more than 20 minutes. Price is unbeatable in London, £5 for very fresh and good food! Visualizza piatti


Richie43
Richie43

Was really looking forward to grabbing a bite to eat from this place, although I think I'll be giving it a wide berth from now on!! Definitely not the same as it used to be, i was working in the area for many years and really enjoyed the food from here. Unfortunately it's gone down the same road as al the other little independent shops and started hiking up prices. I just paid £6 for a four piece meat box meal, not even enough food there for the youngest child, and you don't get a great choice either, when I started going in there 13 years ago, they didn't have the box meal thing, and you could choose everything in the meat counter. Real shame, but appears greed has took over here!!


tinof796
tinof796

You know those times when people rave about something being really good and you just think to yourself 'Ah, shut up, you 're just exaggerating '!? ThIS IS IT, minus the exaggeration part obviously!!! I almost fell of my chair back at the office, its that good. I came across the shop by chance and saw a queue outside around lunchtime so i got near to get a glimpse of what the fuss was all about. From a distance I then saw red meat in all shapes and forms at the counter and almost left. I 'm so glad i didn 't. I saw a few baguettes being made in front of me while the whole time thinking 'Do they taste as good as they look though!? ' Then I lifted my head up and saw their prices. £5.50, £5.50,...


Srlon
Srlon

I had to go here several times before I decided to write a review, in case my first time was just a fluke and I was just lucky to have had a great baguette sandwich (chicken) and that I was hungry. I have now had several other sandwiches and I can say that all were delicious. The price: at £5 it is cheap for a City of London sandwich and they don't scrimp on the filling (each sandwich is so full of meat). Most of the time I struggle to finish my sandwich because it is so full of meant but I think the serving is just enough for the average person. The taste: yummy. The service: I have read reviews complaining about the service but I must say that all the servers were very nice, and they work... Visualizza piatti

Categorie

  • Lunch Deliziati con le nostre proposte per il pranzo, dove ingredienti freschi e sapori globali si uniscono per creare pasti appaganti. Scegli tra una varietà di insalate, panini e piatti principali sostanziosi per una fuga culinaria a metà giornata.
  • Brunch Una deliziosa miscela di piatti per colazione e pranzo con classici preferiti e tocchi creativi. Goditi opzioni salate come le uova benedict o opta per dolci come i pancake soffici e la frutta fresca. Visualizza piatti
  • British Tradizionale e sostanzioso, il menu britannico offre classici di conforto come fish and chips, succulenti arrosti e torte salate. Riscopri i gusti familiari, amorevolmente realizzati con ricette senza tempo e ingredienti freschi e locali.
  • Barbecue Gusta i sapori affumicati e succosi delle nostre delizie alla griglia. Dalle costine tenere al succulento maiale sfilacciato, ogni piatto è grigliato alla perfezione con le nostre salse firmate, offrendo un vero assaggio del paradiso del barbecue.

Servizi

  • Takeout
  • Accepts Credit Cards
  • Piatti

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