Tribute to the sole butcher's shop in London's city center, also acclaimed for its delicious lunches
Nestled in the heart of the Square Mile, on Watling Street near the intersection with Bow Lane, lies a unique gem – Porterford Butchers. This butcher shop and sandwich shop has been a staple in the City of London since 1983, offering a refreshing alternative to typical City lunches without compromising on quality.
Porterford Butchers has garnered a loyal following, not just for its delicious food, but also for its engaging social media presence. The shop's Instagram and TikTok accounts, often referred to as a "part-time Robbie fan page," are filled with amusing and creative content that has endeared it to many in the City.
The shop is known for its constant queue that snakes down Watling Street towards it, a testament to the quality of its food. Among the popular options are the affordable, high-quality lunchtime sausage baguettes, priced at £6.50 for an additional drink. For those seeking something different, the "Philly cheese steak baguette" is another crowd favourite.
For meat lovers, Porterford Butchers offers a variety of options through its "meat boxes," including chicken wings and tenders. It's recommended to visit before 2pm for the best selection of meat. The shop operates from late morning until around 2.30pm.
The website for Porterford Butchers is porterfordbutchers.co.uk. This City institution continues to be a popular destination for those seeking affordable, high-quality food in the City of London, and is part of a larger sandwich revolution in the area.
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- Porterford Butchers, a gem in the City of London, is not only renowned for its high-quality meat and sandwiches, but also for its engaging home-and-garden style social media presence, filled with amusing and creative content.
- For those seeking an affordable, high-quality lifestyle in the City of London, Porterford Butchers offers a variety of food-and-drink options, such as its popular lunchtime sausage baguettes and "Philly cheese steak baguette," as well as meat boxes containing chicken wings and tenders.
