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Paul Rothe & Son

A family run London deli serving fresh soups and made to order sandwiches since 1900.

The story

Paul Rothe & Son brings heritage deli tradition to London Marylebone

Family Leadership and Kitchen Routine

Paul Rothe & Son operates as a traditional deli in London Marylebone. The family has guided the shop since 1900 while maintaining a strict focus on fresh ingredients. Customers regularly queue outside during weekday hours to secure a table. This steady approach recently earned the spot a Readers Recommend title from The Good Food Guide for its authentic deli standards.

Fresh Soups and Made to Order Sandwiches

The kitchen prepares daily batches of fresh soups before morning service. Staff assemble beautiful sandwiches to order using freshly sliced bread and carefully portioned fillings. Cooks monitor simmering pots throughout the afternoon to maintain temperature and flavor balance. Every deli order follows a straightforward rhythm that prioritizes consistency over trends.

Formica Tables and an Old School Vibe

Diners claim seats at the worn formica counters once their meals are ready. The layout places tables close together, allowing for quiet conversation between bites. Regular visitors track the exact moments when the soup vessels refill. The interior remains untouched by passing decades, offering a steady pause near central London streets.

Recognition

Awards & accolades

2026
The Good Food Guide
Readers Recommend

Details

At a glance

The Good Food Guide 2026 — Readers Recommend
Cuisines Deli
Services Delivery

History

On the record

2026
The Good Food Guide — Readers Recommend

Run by the same family since 1900, this deli specialises in fresh soups and beautiful sandwiches made to order. There's often a queue but grab a seat at one of the formica tables to socak up the charming old-school atmosphere.

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Location

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35 Marylebone Lane, Marylebone, W1U 2NN
London, United Kingdom
020 7935 6783
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