Pinch La Deli

Pinch La Deli is a charming Italian delicatessen and cafe on Lea Bridge Road in Leyton, reviewed by Time Out and praised by the Leytonstoner newsletter for its "chill vibes." Time Out describes it with characteristic precision: "How many places do you know where you can get a classic Neapolitan ricotta-ham sandwich and Sicilian cannoli while stocking up on Kewpie mayonnaise and karaage flour?" -- a description that perfectly captures the quality and breadth of this small but well-stocked deli. The Leytonstoner readers' poll for best cafe 2024 placed it on the ballot, reflecting its growing reputation in the local community.

The menu covers Italian sandwiches (including classic Neapolitan preparations), pastries and cannoli, specialty coffee, freshly baked sourdough loaves and a carefully chosen selection of deli products sourced from Italian and Japanese suppliers. A genuinely distinctive and excellent neighbourhood deli that makes a strong case for Lea Bridge Road as a more interesting food destination than its reputation might suggest. Open daily. Website: pinchladeli.com.