7 epic Christmas sandwiches to try in London this year

Here at London World, we’re big on Christmas and we’re big on food - put them together and what do you get? London’s ultimate Christmas sandwich guide of course!

Here we’re showcasing some of the capital’s most epic Christmas sandwiches, from turkey and all the trimmings to bagels dipped in gravy.

Carry on to find out some of our top picks for your festive lunch in London this year. Be warned these are a far cry from your usual Pret and a coffee.

*We know this list isn’t complete (come on guys, it’s only November!) so please send your festive sandwich recommendations over to [email protected].

1. B Bagel - Holly Jolly Turkey Bagel

London chain, B Bagel has just dropped its Christmas menu and they aren’t holding back.

The Holly Jolly Turkey Bagel is a festive masterpiece consisting of a toasted bagel stuffed with juicy pulled turkey, tangy cranberry sauce, creamy mayo, fresh spinach, crunchy cabbage, and a crumble topping.

All of this is accompanied by pepper gravy on the side for dipping. There’s also a tofu version for vegetarians.

A bagel dipped in gravy? Yes please.

2. Harrods - Festive focaccia

Shopping can be hungry work, which is why it’s only right we include the Harrods festive focaccia.

This sandwich is stuffed with Portobello mushrooms, tangy goat cheese, caramelised onions, butternut squash puree and is topped with rocket, truffle, and roasted chestnuts and hazelnuts.

This is truly a decadent Christmas sandwich, that plays on different flavours to many others on this list, and we’re here for it.

Harrods festive focaccia costs £22 and is available from the Harrods Cafe on the third floor.

3. Sticks N Sushi - Wagyu Sando

Ok, Wagyu beef might not be the first thing you think of when you hear Christmas sandwich, but if you can’t indulge at Christmas, when can you?

The Wagyu Sando (£19.50) from the new Sticks'n'Santa menu is a decadent Christmas sandwich, offering a luxurious Japanese twist on a classic beef sarnie.

The sandwich is filled with succulent grilled Wagyu from Kyushu and yuzu-koshu nestled between soft, toasted brioche, served with pickled cucumber.

4. El Pollote - El Pavo Noel

Be warned this one isn’t for the faint of heart (or small of appetite).

El Pollote in Soho has teamed up with Borough 22 Doughnuts to create a one-of-a -kind gluten-free festive sarnie.

But don’t be fooled the El Pavo Noel isn’t any ordinary sandwich, it uses doughnuts (fried, iced, and sprinkled) in place of bread.

This is the sandwich we think Buddy the Elf would choose if he lived in London.

It costs £16 and is available exclusively from El Pollote on Ganton Street in Carnaby.

5. The Black Pig - The Sleigher 3.0

It’s mighty, it’s meaty and it sleighs. The Sleigher by The Black Pig is perhaps one of London’s most famous Christmas sandwiches.

It’s available from their stall in Borough Market and is PACKED with meaty goodness.

This warm ciabatta sandwich includes slow-roasted pork shoulder, smoked turkey, spiced braised red cabbage, cranberry sauce, pecan, onion and sage crumble, and a cheesy leek and pancetta croquette.

Yum, yum, yum. This little piggy is very happy (and full!)

6. Assorted pubs - Turkey toastie

Three London pubs, The Cadogan Arms, The George, and The Hound, are all serving an epic turkey toastie this Christmas.

The Turkey Toastie is filled with pickled red cabbage, stuffing, cheddar cheese, and gravy mayonnaise and is served with spiced cranberry chutney and a gravy dip.

This is the perfect festive pub lunch, washed down with a pint of Guinness or a fruity little G&T.

Get your hands on one of these from now until New Year’s Eve.

7.  The Happenstance by Drake & Morgan - Steak Focaccia

Once again, we’re going hard on meat this Christmas with this sumptuous steak sarnie.

This tasty steak focaccia is part of the Happenstance’s Apres Ski menu.

Step into a magical alpine retreat and consume a hearty sandwich, that will keep you full and ready for hours of Apres Ski fun.

Costing £17.95, this sandwich includes caramelised onions, and truffle mayo and is served with chips.