Chanteroy

Understated and underrated (….and underpriced). Excellent French sandwich shop/deli. Staff are very personable and quick service even during the lunch time rush. Chicken and truffle mayo baguette holds my strong recommendation and a lemon tart. A great little independent business that is a 2 minute walk from Southfields station.

I like Chanteroy, have been going for years. Baguettes, croissants and pain au chocolat all very good. One thing I’ve learned though - don’t try to order more than one sandwich at the same time because they will completely mess the order up, without fail. Let them make the first sandwich then order the next one etc.

When it comes to hidden gems in SW London this is one of them. Easy to miss other than the lunchtime queues of locals snaking outside towards Southfields station.. Authentic French deli. No nonsense. The very limited space inside means you gotta keep it moving as browsing should only be attempted at off peak times. The bread and pastries are baked onsite and are superb. The best croissants in town, warm baguettes hit the shelves early morning and restocked about 10am. Great cheese and ham selection. My tip for lunchtime baguette, French ham with the celeriac remoulade, salad is optional, say yes to salt and pepper. Fantastic value too. You'll never want to go anywhere else for lunch and is certainly worth the wait! If you are a Southfields local you will know to pre order at least a dozen croissants for collection on Christmas morning.