Max's Sandwich Shop — Restaurant in London

Max’s Sandwich Shop — Where Sandwiches Get Swagger

Forget everything you thought you knew about sandwiches. At Max’s, they’re not just lunch—they’re a full-blown experience. Tucked away on Crouch Hill, this cult-favourite spot turns humble ingredients into wild, flavour-packed creations that feel more like a party in your mouth than a midday snack.

Atmosphere The vibe is irreverent, cheeky, and unmistakably London. Think neon signs, mismatched furniture, and a menu that reads like a stand-up set. It’s casual, loud, and proudly unpolished—exactly the kind of place where you can eat with your hands and laugh with your whole chest.

Food & Drink Max’s sandwiches are legendary, and not just for their size. They’re bold, inventive, and often borderline absurd—in the best way:

Chicken Caesar Sarnie: Anchovy mayo, crispy chicken, and romaine that crunches like a mic drop

Goat Lasagne Sandwich: Nduja mayo, deep-fried macaroni, and silky béchamel—yes, really

Macaroni Balls & Spuds: Sides that could headline their own show

Wings: Possibly the best in London, according to more than one wide-eyed regular

Drinks lean toward craft beers and cheeky cocktails, with a rum list that’s surprisingly refined for a place that serves goat...

My partner and I visited for the first time this afternoon as we’d heard a lot of good things about this place. We’re hoping our visit is not fully reflective of the usual experience - maybe we were unlucky! The waitress was really friendly and polite upon arriving, but didn’t inform us that the wait would be long for a takeaway sandwich - 40 minutes in total despite arriving ahead of about half of the people there. I asked the waitress for an estimate on remaining wait around the 30 minute mark but she did not have an estimate available to her. The sandwiches were very flavourful and filling (hence why the review is 4 not 3), but wrapped in one sheet of paper which didn’t stand up very well against the amount of sauce in the Caesar sandwich. Same for the paper bag our order was wrapped in - if you will be eating your sandwich any more than 15 minutes after you get it we would recommend holding the bag from the bottom! I believe the packaging is the same whether you eat in or not. We also noticed it was very warm in the shop, and they cannot comfortably seat more than four people, so bear this in mind if you’re planning your visit ahead :) Not 100% sure the sandwich was worth the price (£13.95) but hopefully our next visit...

Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Max's After Midnight) What. A. Place.

The best sandwiches you will ever eat.

The softest focaccia you could ask for. A massive CRUNCH from bombay mix or deep fried shoe strings. Tangy from a banging mayo and sweet with fresh herbs. Inspired main fillings.

ORDER THE BALLS! Those beautiful jalapeño mac n cheese balls drenched in hot sauce (of which there is no shortage) are the stuff of dreams. While you're at it, order all the sides, they're all absolutely cracking. Crispy roast spuds with yoghurt and lime pickle? Yes please! Kimchi/kraut krossover? What's not to love!

Sounds perfect right? No more that you could want from a sandwich joint? WRONG! They sell booze too! And are open late enough to steer your night on the town back in the right direction before stumbling home like a disorientated bull tricked by that matador too many times.

The decor is the cherry on the icing on the cake. Ducks for days. Only bangers on the airwaves. The walls adorned with top trumps to help you settle that decade long argument on which dog is empirically the worst.

Pwoper gaff....