Monty’s Deli in Hoxton does a killer reuben sandwich and a matzo ball soup that feels like a hug from a grandma. It’s good for quick eats of takeaway.

Beigel Bake on Brick Lane is a classic East London establishment with excellent bagels to take away, and a great salt beef bagel.

Inside Seven Dials Market, Monty’s Deli is a laidback spot serving Jewish classics.

Tongue and Brisket on Leather Lane is a great spot to eat a proper sandwich. The salt beef on rye is good. The schnitzel is perhaps even better.

This tiny (seriously, tiny) restaurant in King’s Cross serves take out sandwiches by day and small plates and cocktails by night.

Old Spitalfields Market has the widest variety of street food and grab and go options in London. And it’s constantly changing.

Terroni is an old-school Italian deli in Clerkenwell. It also has a café serving quick, no frills food to eat in and to takeaway.

Earl’s is an old-school deli and sandwich shop in the City of London that’s perfect for takeaway or a quick lunch.

Hummingbird Deli is a cozy cafe near Shepherd's Bush Market.

One of the best places to buy great cheese in all of London, whether you’re looking for something to bring to a party or just to your couch.