Paul Rothe & Son

Paul Rothe & Son is one of Marylebone's most distinctive and enduring independent businesses, serving generations of Londoners from its traditional home on Marylebone Lane since 1900. This historic family-run delicatessen has retained much of the character that has made it a neighbourhood institution, combining an old-fashioned shopfront with a welcoming interior filled with sandwiches, soups, cooked meats, cheeses and speciality provisions.

Founded by Paul Rothe after he came to London from Germany, the business originally traded as a German delicatessen selling imported goods. More than a century later, Paul Rothe & Son remains firmly rooted in Marylebone, with successive generations of the family preserving its traditional approach while adapting the menu to the tastes of modern London. Its unmistakable frontage, complete with the words “Sandwiches a Speciality”, has itself become a familiar feature of Marylebone Lane.

A Marylebone Institution Since 1900

At the heart of Paul Rothe & Son is its impressive selection of freshly prepared sandwiches, made to order with a broad choice of fillings including meats, cheeses, fish, eggs and vegetarian options. Customers can choose their preferred bread and create a simple, generously filled sandwich in the traditional delicatessen style. Alongside the sandwiches, the shop is also known for its fresh soups, jacket potatoes and daily dishes, providing comforting lunches in an atmosphere that feels refreshingly removed from the typical modern chain café.

The delicatessen also carries a selection of English and continental provisions, continuing the tradition on which the business was originally established. Shelves and counters filled with preserves, condiments, cheeses and other speciality foods contribute to the shop's authentic character and reinforce its connection with traditional European delicatessen culture.

More than 125 years after opening its doors, Paul Rothe & Son continues to represent the independent spirit of Marylebone Village. Its longevity, family ownership and dedication to straightforward, freshly prepared food have made it a much-loved destination for local residents, nearby workers and visitors discovering Marylebone's quieter streets. For those searching for a traditional Marylebone delicatessen with genuine history and personality, Paul Rothe & Son remains one of the area's true originals.

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