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Nº 759 in 1517 in Southwark

Nº 88 of 175 British in Southwark

CUSTOMERS TALK ABOUT DISHES WITH.. meatmustchillieelpaypepperpastrystewedpotatoparsleypieeelsold

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Wow just the best pie and mash ever plus super nice people who helped two old men to order make mistakes and still fell important – Thank you and the chili vinegar to die for…

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WarleyWasp . 2023-11-16

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To be honest. I was looking for a Pie and Mash Shop and had limited time, this was the only one open on a Monday that I could find. Slight wait in the queue but pleasant and efficient staff who delt with it. Welcoming young woman served me. A customer was next to me. I dropped my walking stick which I was using because of a recent injury. She picked up my stick and offered to carry my plate for me. So friendly customers as well. The food was delicious and very reasonably priced. Triple pie single mash and liquor. I know not a lot but I am an elderly man and cannot manage what I use to. Went down a treat. Had a nice conversation with the helpful lady and her equally friendly family.( Non Londoners please understand this next bit is ironic) This is hard, I am an East London bloke and to praise a South London Pie and Mash shop and it's customers does no come easy. They deserve it. If I can renew my visor and grit my teeth I will be back for more, even when other pie and mash shops are open.

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george c . 2023-10-16

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I have visited Manze in Tower Bridge Road on a number of occasions and I always enjoy the pie and mash in there. I have also ordered a chilled delivery online a few times now too, and it always turns up very well packaged with ice packs in the box to keep the food chilled whilst in transit. Excellent service and if you spend over a certain amount you get great discounts. On my last order I bought a Manze t-shirt and tea mug as well. Will definitely order from again.

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Coastal67303642584 . 2023-10-12

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Dreadful food, cheap, cheap pie filling, poor tasteless mash, filthy restaurant behind the scenes, small portions. Go to Mother Mash instead!

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Tarot71 . 2023-10-09

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Go past it every morning and see all the cooks smoking out front Went in there today and one cook smoking and two serving staff outside smoking they all came in started serving and no one washed there hands As for the pies they looked a bit raw inside

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kvnstckr . 2023-06-14

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wonderful food, lovely service as ever. Been going here for years and the food is always the same - fantastic and I love the fact Manze's keep the same recipes they've had for over 100 years.

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daveycaferacer . 2023-06-04

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Was very dissatisfied, dissapoint. filthy table's,floors, i watched how the women washed up,,it was Disgusting, just dip the plate's everyone eats from in water once and out they came to go back in pile for next customer omg,severe germs and infection red flag, same as knives and forks i watched.couldn beleive what i was witnessing.the staff were very dirty looking unkept unclean looking.The other main thing,,,,the pie was alright,the mash was absolutely rubbish, dirty again,not nicely done,dry, and the parsley sauce was absolutely rubbish,, just no taste not made properly or with love,was like washing up water, seriously needs remaking everything from scratch!! They have wrecked the whole joint and food,,,no love, no care for the food or customers,,,BIG SHAME

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DayTrip20806707933 . 2023-04-29

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Fast food molto alla buona. Cibo ottimo, servizio veloce e prezzi bassi. Personale ospitale. Da provare , lo consiglio.

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Anna M . 2023-04-25

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M. Manze is an old, simple Victorian eatery, essentially a Victorian equivalent of fast food, serving a small range of simple, traditional items, notably steak pies, stewed eels, and jellied eels, accompanied by mash and queen liquor (parsley gravy). They also serve their own sarsaparilla. One orders at the counter and takes one's tray of food to to the table. The food is simple but tasty and there's plenty of malt vinegar to put on it. It is also a great experience to find such an old-fashioned work-a-day place still going strong. It can get crowded but not necessarily.

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jenedc2016 . 2023-04-17

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We had a lovely experience of pie. mash, green liquor and jellied eels at the restaurant on Saturday night - we had a table / booth and the place was busy inside as well as with take-aways! The pies are scrumptious, liquor very tasty and the jellied eels unique - the ladies serving were very jolly and clearly enjoyed their jobs. Good atmosphere, and good food at a reasonable price.

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David S . 2023-03-05

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Visited manze tower bridge road with a big order to bring back to weymouth Dorset .... We was served with great customer service and felt so welcomed ... All the staff were joking away with us . When we got home and tucked into our pies we was not disappointed best pie & liquor we've had ... Thank you manzes

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knightsdale . 2023-02-06

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Don’t go to London very often but had to go to London Bridge so when I finished it was mandatory to nip round to Manze’s in Tower Bridge Road. Great food with a large glass of sarsaparilla to wash it down with. Chilli vinegar of course. Very nice staff and it’s a pity we don’t live near London otherwise it wouldn’t have been five years since my last visit.

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ArtySin . 2023-01-25

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I went today and was very disappointed with the hole traditional pie and mash thing they are going on. I didn't felt welcoming as a customer when I walked in the shop. one off the staff was talking too much that she gave me a headache and properly would give a paracetamol a run for his money. I do not want to know about their personal life, I just wanted to sit down quietly and try and enjoy my food. but that did not happen . the pie and mash was swimming in liquor the the pie itself was burnt and on top of that it definitely didn't tasty good. I do not no were all of these people get these reviews from .even the floor was very dirty nd the debris was blowing into the shop with the leafs etc , but they didn't care, I see that they have FSA licence (food standards agency )how did the FSA agency have given them 5* what a joke , it should be a2*I'm not the one for pictures but lets put it this way the shop and advertise is NOT LIKE CATALOGUE PICTURE. I WILL BE GOING THEY AGAIN ###NOT###

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JONNYS1973 . 2022-09-30

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Traditional food. Traditional ambiance. Traditional experience all round. It doesn’t look much from outside but trust me it brings back childhood memories of visiting my Nan.

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JamesG704 . 2022-06-26

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Traditional Bermondsey Very good traditional food. Staff are local and friendly down to earth The shop is still kept with its traditional decor, well worth a visit for Locals and those traveling.

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johnyperks . 2022-06-20

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Great place for a traditional pie and mash me and me mum come here very so often when in London (Londoners but live in Lincolnshire now) lovely and wish there was more about the uk!

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lavmondo . 2022-05-14

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Good old fashioned traditional pie and mash. The ladies that work in the shop are lovely, pies are always fresh and I love the liquor so much I always get an extra bowl. Be sure the smother everything in chilli vinegar!!

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Stay11584604116 . 2022-05-08

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A Yorkshireman visiting that Laaaaaandaaaan for a day; decided to have traditional fayre for lunch. I’d been at the Tower of London and it was a fifteen minute walk from there, over Tower Bridge and just straight down. The place delivers exactly what I wanted,...

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BringBackBuck8 . 2022-05-08

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Went to have a double double after many years of waiting as we now live in Weston-super-mare. And I must admit it was well worth the wait. Very friendly staff and excellent service and the pie and mash was delicious thank you very much.

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H3518AZanthonyy . 2022-03-03

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I used to be a regular here. First time back in a while and standards have dropped sharply. Pies were greasy with poor quality mince. Had stomach cramps for the remainder of the day

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Vacations161 . 2022-01-13

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As a Sarf Londoner, I love my pie and mash, but hadn't been to Manzes for years. All the staff are super friendly and the grub was as good as I remember it. It won't be years before I go back. Absolutely loved it!

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Alan A . 2021-12-01

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Have been coming to this place for 40 years but I feel there must be new management as the portion sizes have really reduced. Hardly any liquor and tight on the mash .

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katobubba . 2021-11-06

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Went for lunch as I fancied an authentic London experience and loved it. Even as a stand out tourist amongst the locals the friendly staff made an extra effort to welcome me. Inside is lovely, tiled walls, marble tables and wooden benches. I imagine it...

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Melbeeswax . 2021-10-11

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What can I say. Wow just so good. I could go another portion of their pie, mash and liquor right now.

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undercovercake . 2021-10-07

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My work-mate and I are exiled Bermondsey Boys working in London for a week. We decided to go back to our roots for what was to become the best evening meal of the weel, The meal of Pies (yes more than one), Mash, Liqueur and...

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307gerarda . 2021-09-25

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Extremely popular for sit-downs and takeaways, we really like this authentic and no-nonsense haven for pie & mash (and jellied eels if you are up for it). Excellent value for money.

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Zigett . 2021-09-05

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Came here a few years ago, no queue this time, I guess we arrived early and less tourists around. Food is great! Nice pie, mash and liquor with plenty of pepper and vinegar, even got myself a T-shirt!!! Wife Sent pictures to jealous family who...

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yoz08 . 2021-08-27

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Pie and mash were nice but jellied eels were really not my thing. The flavour was alright but it was the texture what did not make it for me

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nikko1974UK . 2021-08-07

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I get their food sent to me in Wales, but you can't beat sitting in Manze's eating pie and mash, second visit of this trip.

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Tydabuan . 2021-06-25

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Saw how they aren’t clean, kitchen is disgusting wouldnt let my dog eat here. Surprised they’re even allowed open

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jadee990 . 2021-02-04

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Ordered on line via their website and delivered by DPD to my doorstep, what service. The pies were just as we remembered and the liquer to die for, such a treat. Very easy to order, pies and liquer can be frozen which we did but...

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SpotsA . 2021-02-03

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The best pie shop in London lovely pies and stewed eels very friendly staff quick service and cheap clean tables that are wiped clean after every person leaves

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LondiniumBlueman . 2021-01-25

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My dad took me here when we visited the hms Belfast around 1973, have vague recollections of green tiles ,pie, mash and liquor. So return visit long overdue. Great value good honest food with loads of bermondsey charm. Definitely worth eating in for the experience.

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Petchi . 2020-10-03

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Crecí con Manzes e incluso ahora vivo fuera de Londres, es lo único que espero cuando llegue a casa. Los pasteles de verduras son tan buenos como los de carne cuando se combinan con puré y licor. El personal es muy amable y es un auténtico sabor del sur de Londres.

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CharleyB192 . 2020-08-17

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Grew up on pie n mash and been to loads in my life time. This is the best I've had for a long time. Just how good, I travelled from Hertfordshire to eat here. Well worth the time. Yum

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Nashalty1969 . 2020-08-15

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Good old pie and mash can’t beat it. Mostly takeaways. Tastes lovely. Give it a go some day. Well worth it

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O1965UZgaryp . 2020-06-07

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I want to order a veggie pie from you but only the meat ones are showing up on deliveroo. How can i order a vegetarian pie and mash from you? Please could you reply to me so I can order

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720verityp . 2020-06-06

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My regular pie mash shop, ordered a take away for the 1st time, it was delivered 10 minutes earlier than scheduled time, food was still hot and very enjoyable too. Will be ordering again

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Gordon D . 2020-05-24

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We was looking for a treat to have whoslat in lockdown. i ordered this off there website and I wasn't let down by far the best pie and mash I've ever had brilliant service brilliant food so flavorsome nothing else can match it.

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justind64 . 2020-04-26

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Over promised under delivered.Being from East London I consider this dish my own. On arrival I asked for (I know) vegetarian double double. I also asked for a double single (meat) for my husband. The staff were not really paying attention and didn’t seem to give a damn about the customers. Please see above about being from east London I’m not concerned about swearing however the ladies taking my order were using language which made me uncomfortable. Coupled with the fact that I had to repeat my order three times tells me they didn’t care about the customers and were too wrapped up in their own world.When I got my order (was wrong I got a single mash) the pie had been microwaved and the mash was dry. The liquor barely covered the dish which is a school boy error when serving pie mash and liquor.I could hear the staff chatting while eating and again the tone of conversation was not one I wanted to hear. Mainly based around having to wash their hands more with the Coronavirus issues. I can’t see me making the trip back to Manze’s any time soon after this experience.

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TarathompsonT . 2020-03-20

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Traditional pie and mash shop, tasty pie, mash and ‘liquor’, pretty cheap and very tasty. Order, pay and you get your pie straight away, no queue when we went, but it did get busier.

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Yorkie_Traveller . 2020-03-13

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Brought up on Pie ‘n’ mash and Manze’s will always be my favourite shop. Never disappoints. Always a great atmosphere !!

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holbags_88 . 2020-03-13

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A great experience , pies are how you would want them , mash is great as was the liqueur , situated on Tower bridge road , Bermondsey , totally recommended.

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Michael H . 2020-03-03

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We had wanted to visit here after hearing it was one of the oldest pie shops in London. We arrived at approx 1pm and we were lucky to get a seat. Not long after we sat down, there was a queue out the door. The pie, mash and liquor was great, very tasty and hearty for a cold winters day. It was fantastic value.

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Brisbane_Catlady . 2020-02-29

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Went with my mate, a London Cabbie and had 2 pies mash and of course the like. Firstly it was like walking into London 60+ years ago, full of old London charm, and talking of charming, the girls serving were amazing. One even stopped for a photo. As for the food I wanted more, it was very tasty, the pies were delicious. I didnt have eels this time round but I will next visit which is a definite

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JulesWeakley . 2020-02-19

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Nice pie mash and liquor with my oldest and best mate. Known each other over 50 years. Great place very popular get there in time. Even do take away too .

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470janetp . 2020-02-15

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Increíble, un lugar tradicional con una excelente y cercana atención del personal. Platos abundantes y deliciosos.

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643danim . 2020-02-13

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Locale antico, una istituzione...abbiamo preso come sempre un piatto unico con tortino di manzo in crosta, con accanto un purè di patate con salsa di prezzemolo. 14 sterline.veramente piacevole, anche se la fila arriva fuori dal locale.

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498vitot . 2020-02-12

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Le titre résume tout, je ne sais pas comment mieux le dire. Ce n'est pas parce qu'il est ancien qu'on doit tout pardonner à un restaurant. La sauce verte qu'on voit sur la photo est insipide, clairement de la boite (elle arrive par seaux du sous-sol, vu de mes yeux vu). L'anguille n'a guère de saveur quand on la mange telle quelle et pas camouflée dans un gros chausson. La purée est basique, ni beurre ni sel ni rien. Le service est expéditif, le cadre moins aguichant qu'un hôpital. Je l'avais pourtant trouvé dans mon Guide du Routard... Comme quoi...

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Oeil_et_palais . 2020-02-05

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Great staff , great atmosphere , great food value for money.. the bad reviews on here are from middle class food critics who shouldn’t have gone to this type of establishment in the first place .... you know who you are..

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Combatjuju0005 . 2020-02-03

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Visité con mi amigo Eddie Kidd, Gran ambiente, estilo original y decoración de pastelería, me llevó a cuando era un niño en la escuela, un personal encantador y un gerente fantástico, Terry, también camarera, Tracy, que tendrá una pequeña broma. y una risita contigo

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alannV8122TR . 2020-02-02

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Lovely pie and mash in traditional settings with wooden benches, green and white tiles. Great pies with a decent amount of meat and chilli vinegar.

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katieh32 . 2020-02-01

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Uno degli ultimi baluardi della vecchia Londra. Troverete sempr fila con un mix che va dal banchiere alla massaia all'imbianchino. Se non avete mai provato a mangiare da Manze significa che non avete mai mangiato come un vero Londinese.

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AroundtheWorld61 . 2020-01-29

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Soy un londinense de 64 años nacido y criado y muy orgulloso de pertenecer a la ciudad más grande del planeta Tierra.

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David K . 2020-01-23

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best pie and mash in london without fail depending if im going out all day its uaully 3 pies and one mash or the usual 2 pie one mash

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tommyB6386 . 2020-01-03

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Ambiance simple et british, loin des foules touristiques. Un bon plat chaud roboratif sans chichi et à prix doux pour une famille.

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221henrid . 2020-01-02

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As an Englishman who became a Kiwi I still have a hankering for traditional East End pie and mash. Whilst staying on the South Bank a 2 km walk worked up an appetite for double pie mash and liquor (green gravy). My Kiwi wife had single pie and mash with regular gravy. The pies were nicely cooked, well done on top as is the tradition. The mash was creamy and the liquor delicious. The staff were all friendly and helpful. If I get the time I will get back for another helping before returning to New Zealand!

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56stevem56 . 2019-12-30

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Visited Manzes on 20th December and it was well worth the wait. The atmosphere was wonderful. Food was o tasty, pie, mash, eels and liqueur. The eels melted in your mouth. I would recommend to visit and only just a 5 minute walk from Tower Bridge. Unfortuneatly deleted my photos

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Grannypiglet . 2019-12-26

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... Pour le cadre: tout en faience semblant surgir du passé. tables et bancs collectifs.

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anthonyr257 . 2019-12-26

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Had a recent trip there early on a Saturday as I had a long day socialising with friends ahead of me.

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barrym31 . 2019-10-27

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Being a pie and mash and liquor addict I am always keen to try places that I had not been to before . This PML shop is definitely one of the best in London - many believe it to be the best - or certainly in the top 5 . Pies were hot and tasty with plenty of meat , lovely smooth mash and glorious liquor ( parsley sauce ) - then you put on plenty of white pepper and hot chilli vinegar to finish it off .

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Herbertman . 2019-10-25

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Visited Manze’s last weekend before we had a jaunt around London. As expected the queues were out the door at lunchtime but we were happy to wait. Service was quick, cheery and as always the turnaround was quick so we could easily grab a pew to eat our double/double...had a fella join us on our table where we reviewed other pie and mash shops, local and further afield. The pie was perfect crisp with a nice base and superb filling, liquor was tasty and the mash was as it should be...scraped on the plate to act as a defence against slopping your liquor all over the floor. Sasperilla is on offer, as are plenty of cans of soft drinks, but we had a steaming hot strong cuppa to wash it down. The best P&M; we’ve had in London!

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tashmina . 2019-10-23

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Manze's has been in this location for over 100 years and it still has the lovely tiled interior and wooden benches. Today, with friends, we had pies, mash, liquor - all extremely plentiful, hot and good quality - and stewed eels, which our friends said were very good. The staff are super efficient, friendly and helpful and they clear and clean the tables with the speed of light. Very reasonable prices. Had a glass of sarsaparilla, which took me back to my childhood days at Baldwin's stall down East Lane, Sunday mornings. This is not a place where you would linger over a long lunch - you queue, get your grub, wolf it down and leave - job done! And job done very well!! Delicious. Their opening hours are very limited, so check out their website before going, to save disappointment!

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Sue M . 2019-10-09

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On a beaucoup marché pour y aller, sur indication du guide Lovely planet. Mais on n'a pas regretté ! Pour le cadre et l'ambiance (c'est l'Angleterre profonde !). Après, pour la gastronomie, c'est autre chose. C'est au niveau de la cuisine anglaise d'il y a une trentaine d'années (depuis, ils ont fait des progrès considérables). Cà rappelle le bon vieux temps, et il faut en profiter car ce genre d'établissement aura disparu avant trente ans !

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JMJ1267 . 2019-09-29

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My first ever visit to a traditional pie and mash shop. A small queue outside showed the popularity of this shop with mainly local customers. Fast and efficient service from the friendly staff. Traditional pies (2) mash and liquor very tasty. Great atmosphere with tiled walls, marble topped tables and wooden benches. I will try the eels next time!

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Alan H . 2019-09-02

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Lovely food, great atmosphere. Friendly staff . Always come here when visiting London . My favourite lunch .

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Miju W . 2019-08-31

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Been going to Manze at Tower Bridge Rd since i was 3 years old. A really traditional experience, the shop still as all its original features, the pie and mash & liquor is really tasty,staff are very friendly. Every time we have friends visit from overseas, we always bring them here so that they can experience this wonderful dish.

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Debbie C . 2019-08-20

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Visitamos Manzes TBR para el almuerzo del sábado, nos enteramos en el momento en que nos acercamos a la tienda que sería bueno ya que los clientes estaban haciendo cola para entrar, a pesar de esto, las damas uniformadas verdes nos sirvieron rápidamente. Pedimos 2 tartas y 2 puré con licor y no tuvimos problemas para encontrar un asiento. Mi esposa nunca había tenido P&M; antes y me sorprendió gratamente la calidad y la frescura de la comida. Su buena comida honesta de la vieja escuela a un precio decente que dio en el clavo. Gracias por la tradición y la experiencia.

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Kebabus_1 . 2019-08-17

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Para ser brutalmente honesto, el pastel y el puré que obtuve hoy fue terrible, muy mal hecho con pasteles que eran como el cartón y el puré de papas estaba muy por debajo del promedio, a la salsa de perejil le faltaba sabor, lo siento por la crítica negativa

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davidcW7218LD . 2019-07-23

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Visité Manzes para probar pastel y puré por primera vez, no me decepcionó. El pastel estaba delicioso, la pastelería era escamosa y ¡grandes porciones de puré!

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2014CH . 2019-07-22

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Llegué y había una cola, una cola mientras comía y una cola cuando me fui. ¡Muy popular!

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CharlotteC8887 . 2019-07-20

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Visité hoy por primera vez y no me decepcionó! Las tartas son hermosas y el puré increíble. No soy un fanático de los licores, pero no por Manzes, prefiero la salsa, que también era deliciosa. Sin embargo, aquellos que me acompañaron amaron el licor, así que si eres fanático no te decepcionará.

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sarahjaneex92 . 2019-07-20

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Meet up with a mate who visits this place all the time (Micky h) wasn’t disappointed.really tasty and very friendly staff ,will be returning very soon

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smanton3969 . 2019-07-01

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Travel from the South Coast quarterly to London and always pop in for this treat. Great staff and tasty as always.

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Ian C . 2019-06-19

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Best pie and mash in London, great service and proper original decor. My wife and I love it. Worth the 20 minute tube journey, a regular Saturday treat.

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Waynerobert12860 . 2019-06-19

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Amazing food ! Amazing atmosphere! Amazing staff ! Nice to go to an original pie and mash shop and experience traditional pie and mash with a great atmosphere and great staff !

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Cassiet44881 . 2019-06-16

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In April this year my husband and I visited Manze's Pie Shop. Whilst researching some local historical places we were encouraged to go to the iconic pie shop. The pies are good with massive serves of potato and gravy, the service is quick and friendly and the atmosphere is rather unique. There are no airs and graces about this shop but the fact that it's been there since 1892 is amazing.

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Heather R . 2019-06-11

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Was walking around London and came across this pie shop. It was extremely good value for money and just what we needed to keep us going for the day. Will be returning!

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tomnpt . 2019-06-06

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Had pie and mash AND JELLIED EEL! The pie and mash was interesting and looks quite traditional. I did enjoy it. The saltiness of the filling went well with the lightly seasoned potato mash and pea gravy. Jellied eel looked unappetizing but upon tasting, loved it. It was so fresh and did not have a bad smell. The jelly provided a sea-taste and though a weird texture, was very tasty and enjoyable. Quite a walk from the station and quite busy but loved the history behind this place.

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Simplyko . 2019-05-18

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Eastenders aside, you go to Manzes for the traditional pie and mash experience rather than the cuisine itself ! I guess the restaurant has changed little in over one hundred years with wooden benches and narrow marble topped tables. The menu was simple offering pie, mash, liquour, and eels. I suspect this restaurant offered a great example of this traditional fare, but to be honest, it's pretty bland food. Probably the starchy offering the workers needed back in the day, but a little dull for the modern diner. Can't fault the value though with a plate full for circa £4. Overall, a great tourist experience if you are in the area !

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92stem . 2019-05-04

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This venue is full of tradition with the food and atmosphere and location. It is what you expect a Pie and Mash to be, marble top tables, noisy and full of life. The service is at the counter and you order the basic one or two pies and mah and dont forget the eel liquor which makes the meal special.A really great lunch venue.

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malcolm R . 2019-04-15

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We did not enjoy this visit We had to saw!!!! our way through the burnt pie tops where even the liquor would not moisten They seem to either changed the recipe or meat Will not go back again

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jimaharding . 2019-03-22

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Excellent food. Swift service and plenty of it. Fast food on a proper plate with a knife and fork. A taste of a old London. Pie and Mash. Yum yum.

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Mumsys . 2019-03-19

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Read so many reviews about the famous pie, mash n liquor we had to try it. This places dates back so far it will give you a headache! On arrival we noticed the queue was out of the door. The service is personable with very friendly staff. More like a transport cafe the atmosphere is fabulous. The choice is limited but quantity huge - we had a pie, mash n liquor and also tried the jellied eels- my verdict is - pie amazing, mash how it should be and liquor will grow on me. Jellied eels are an acquired taste that will never have - but I had to try. Loved the visit from start to finish

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MULCASTER2 . 2019-03-09

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Went for a Double Double (Double Pie, Double mash and liquor). Have been here several times and it never disappoints. Always quality food and service. A real traditional pie house. Always a 5 Star rating.

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vincen301 . 2019-03-03

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This pie and eel house is exactly the same in decor as the first pie and eel house I went to 40 years ago, It has what I would say is a Victorian feel. Food is authentic without any frills. If you want a taste of nostalgia and good tasting British grub, served with a truly London accent, this is the place to go. The stewed eels and mash are fab washed down with a good mug of tea.

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. 2019-02-13

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Been going here since I could eat solid foods. The food has not changed, it is amazing and a place I always visit when I go home to Bermondsey. You must try this! Make sure you have pie mash and liquor. And try the stewed eels they’re delicious and something you won’t get anywhere else!

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. 2019-02-09

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If you did try Fish & Chips and looking for another great English dish i would go for a Pie. Maze M is a great place to try this food!

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. 2019-02-05

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Established in 1902 this business is still a family concern but now overseen by the grandson of Michele Manze and stilll using the same family recipies. You can eat in or take away but I love the atmosphere in these places, its honest down to earth wholesome food.

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. 2019-02-03

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Visitamos Manze's durante nuestra reciente visita a Londres. Oh mi palabra. ¡Cómo lo echo de menos! Este lugar es completamente auténtico.

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. 2019-01-27

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Comí aquí en un día bastante frío y gris en la ciudad. Después de sentir repentinamente que quería un pastel y un puré, busqué en Google y aterricé en este lugar, un poco de tesoro siendo el pastel más antiguo de la ciudad. Cuando llegué me las arreglé para conseguir un asiento en uno de los bancos y hacer cola fuera de la puerta para hacer mi pedido.

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. 2019-01-19

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Las tiendas de pie y puré son legendarias en la historia de Londres. Si tienes abuelos que crecieron en Londres, es muy probable que hayan mencionado un lugar como este una o dos veces. Mis propios abuelos siempre hablan de las tiendas de Pie y Mash 'por Roman Road', pero un viaje a Manze's en el sur de Londres tendría que hacerse.

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. 2019-01-19

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Great food Great staff Great location Ignore the BAD reviews, go and experience the food and staff for yourself.

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. 2019-01-11

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Absolutely love this place and my double double was very nice as it always is here. My son had a single and also loved every mouthful. Get yourself down here for some proper London grub.

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. 2019-01-11

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Working south of the river made a slight detour and stopped off at Tower Bridge Road for some P & M at Manzes. Had double pie, double mash and liquor washed down with a cuppa, just over £8, all very tasty and in traditional surroundings, recommended!

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lionelh914 . 2018-11-05

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The worst pies we’ve eaten in decades. Thick/heavy pastry with a few small bits of mushy/tasteless meat inside. Mash OK, ‘liquor’ not-unpleasant but also not-interesting. By all means go once for the history, but never again....

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furslands . 2018-10-18

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Today was my birthday & so, as a treat to myself, I thought I would tick something off my 'bucket list' - my first ever visit to this London legend - Manze - the oldest 'pie & mash' shop in Town. The webpage states 'We serve traditional Pie and Mash and Eels (jellied or stewed), in authentic surroundings. At Manzes, we still use the same recipes today for the pies and liquor as were used in 1902, the only changes made have been to improve quality and to meet the higher food standards of today'. I'd wanted to go to Manze for years - my parents would talk about it. So today the time had come. To say it was a bitter disappointment would be the understatememt of the year. Now, I know that this review will make zero difference - the place is a London institution and it has a legion of devoted fans. Except, as from today, me. First, the staff. How rude can one group of people be? The women moaned, groaned, gossiped in incrediblty strident voices from behind the counter and swore about everything. I placed my order (pie & mash obvs) and went to sit down. "Oi, is it OK?" yells the woman to another woman sitting at the back reading a copy of The Sun. Is what OK, I wonder. It's 1.25pm. The place is virtually deserted. I go to sit down "No! Sit there!" yells the woman behind the counter. I do as I'm told. Then there's the food. Perhaps readers of TripAdvisor are yelling at me "It's tradition. It's how it was done". Yes, so were public executions and visiting Bedlam the Asylum for entertainment, and we don't want those back either. I was stunned. The mashed potato - as bad as the mash I was forced to eat at boarding school - lumpy, stodgy & tasteless. The pie - seriously - this is how you make a living? The pastry was, well, just not nice at all and it contained a mushy meat that was devoid of any flavour. The entire affair was covered in the legendary Manze liquor / sauce. It was green. It went everywhere. It was horrible. Was it good value? The entire lunch cost £4.30. The takeaway queue was doing brisk business so people clearly like it. It will be around long after I'm gone. But I cannot, for the life of me, understand why. Dear tourists, I know many of you travel to this old-established shrine - but PLEASE - I beg you - don't judge British ciusine on this place.

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Russ K . 2018-10-15

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Hearty pie ‘n mash at a fair price! Grab a booth for lunch and revel in a traditional restaurant dating back to 1902!

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scepticalscholar . 2018-10-14

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Still the best pie and Mash around and very cheap our local one in near us charges a lot more for which doesn't even taste like the real McCoy will definitely visit again next time we are in London and maybe have 4 pies instead of 3 cheers

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golddigger12 . 2018-09-27

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Popped into Manze for lunch the other day and was very disappointed. When I went there as a child the food was good but I personally think it’s gone down hill. The mash potatoe was tasteless and the pies were hard, the only good thing was liquor and friendly staff. Much prefer Arments pie & mash in Walworth on Westmorland Road. Won’t go back to Manze again.

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Dawn W . 2018-09-07

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