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23/03/2026
Three Pret Classics, one box, triple the flavour! 🥪
10/03/2026
Say hi to all the newness that has landed today in shops! 🫢
Meet our new Triple Sandwiches, bringing together some of your all-time Pret favourites in one bite. First, the All-Day Breakfast Triple stacked with sausage, streaky bacon & free-range egg mayo, joined by BLT and Egg Mayo! Next, the Everyday Triple packed with the Super Club, Tuna & Cucumber and Egg Mayo.
Something sweet? Our bakery’s serving up Nutty Pistachio & Almond Loaf Cake and Lemon & Almond Loaf Cake 🍰
The coffee section also got some new additions! Say hello to the limited-time Love Bar Latte and Love Bar Flat White (you can have it hot or iced)
Click the link in bio to discover the full menu - Which one are you trying first?
02/03/2026
A Pret staple: Chicken Pesto & Rocket Wrap 🌯
23/02/2026
Behind every happy customer, there’s someone who truly cares.
Today we’re talking with Ghada, one of our amazing team members, as she shares how she makes sure our customers feel valued, supported, and heard at Paddington Shop.
Her pride in her work says it all, and we couldn’t be more grateful to have her on our team ⭐️
02/02/2026
Soup season is here and our soup Rota is back 🍲🥖
Enjoy the return of your favourites and some NEWNESS too!
Monday & Tuesday:
• Chicken Laksa
• Lasagne Soup
• Spicy Lemongrass Chicken Broth
• Souper Tomato
• NEW vegan Rich Garam Masala Lentil Soup
Wednesday to Friday:
• Chicken Laksa
• Lasagne Soup
• Mushroom Risotto Soup
• Souper Tomato
• Chunky Moroccan-Style Chickpea Soup
The perfect pairing for our half baguettes - hearty, wholesome, light or bright, whatever you’re craving, there’s a soup waiting for you!
30/01/2026
Happy National Croissant Day to those who celebrate! A Pret-y special day for us 🥐❤️
09/12/2024
Cheese toastie but make it Christmassy 🧀🎄
Made with slices of creamy French brie and sliced mature Cheddar, caramelised onion chutney and a sprinkling of seasoning on our seeded bloomer bread. Ready to be toasted, or eat it as it comes
02/12/2024
London 👀
Our Carnaby Street Shop has a very special window display featuring David Attenborough. Voted by the public as one of the most joyful moments of the year, celebrating his 70-year mark in television.
Pop by to see the amazing work of Prop Maker and Artist, Andy Billett
29/11/2024
Swipe to Share the Joy ⭐ 🔔
Birmingham, Manchester, London, Edinburgh and Liverpool, this holiday season we're celebrating 2024’s most joyous moments, as found in our research, with sculptures made by Prop Maker and Artist, Andy Billett.
Make sure you follow us closely in the upcoming days to learn the story behind each city.
25/11/2024
Unwrap Pure Festive Joy with every bite 🎄
Did you know we freshly make our Christmas sandwiches every day in our shop kitchens? Treat your tastebuds to Pret’s Christmas Lunch sandwich or our veggie-friendly option, the VeryMerry lunch ⭐️
15/11/2024
‘Tis the season to get toasty!
Nothing says cosy like our Boxing Day Toastie, packed with British turkey, pulled ham, pork stuffing, and caramelised onion - it’s like a festive hug in every bite.
Or, if you’re after a melty meat-free moment, our Brie & Caramelised Onion Toastie, with creamy French brie and mature Cheddar, is just the thing to warm up those chilly days.
Wrap up, tuck in, and let the festive flavours begin! 🎄⭐️
12/11/2024
Say hello to our Christmas Lunch Baguette, Christmas wrapped up in a sandwich! ✨
Made with British turkey, drizzled with our tangy Port & Orange cranberry sauce, herby pork stuffing, peppery rocket, and crispy onions ⭐️
05/11/2024
Holly jolly news – our Christmas Menu has landed! 🎄
Tis the season to treat your tastebuds to festive flavours straight from our kitchen. Whether you’re feeling naughty or nice, unwrap the joy with our Hot Pigs in Blankets Roll, our Brie, Cheddar & Caramelised Onion Toastie, or get cosy with Pret’s Hog Roast Mac & Cheese.
Don’t miss out on this feast-ive celebration – it’s snow joke, it's delicious!
04/11/2024
Something’s cooking…
Address
200 Aldersgate Street
London
EC1A 4HD
To get to the location at Aldersgate Street in London, there are a few options for public transport. You could take the bus and get off at the Barbican Station or St. Paul's Cathedral stop. Alternatively, you could take the tube and get off at either Barbican or St. Paul's station on the Central Line.
If you are driving, there is street parking available nearby but it may be limited. There are also several car parks in the area including London Wall Car Park and Smithfield Market Car Park that offer paid parking.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
6am - 7pm |
| Tuesday |
6am - 7pm |
| Wednesday |
6am - 7pm |
| Thursday |
6am - 7pm |
| Friday |
6am - 5:30pm |
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What people say
Pret A Manger, located on Aldersgate Street in London, has received mixed reviews in recent months. A review published by The Guardian in December 2019 praised the chain's "interesting and varied" sandwich selection but criticized the "sterile and characterless" atmosphere of the Aldersgate Street location.
A more recent review by The Times in September 2020 mentioned that Pret had adapted well to COVID-19 regulations, with staff wearing masks and socially distanced tables for customers. However, the reviewer also noted that some menu items were overpriced compared to other sandwich chains.
Customers have left their own opinions online, with some praising the shop's speedy service and fresh ingredients while others have complained about rude staff and inconsistent quality.
"I love Pret sandwiches, they always taste so fresh!" wrote one customer on Google Reviews. "However, I've been to this particular location a few times and each time the service has been rude and unhelpful."
Overall, it seems that while Pret A Manger's sandwiches are generally well received, there are still issues with consistency and customer service at certain locations such as Aldersgate Street.