Shalom Bagel Bakery

This is such an East London gem! Serving the community some of the best bagels in the city. I'm a little bit obsessed with their challah and salmon cream cheese bagels... as well as the mini danishes and florentines. Recently ordered some food for a party and it was a massive hit. So much choice, it's an absolute must visit to stock up (or look at their delivery). Please never shut Shalom - you da best 🙏

As a regular patron of the goodies on offer at Shalom, I feel with confidence that I can say it is easily one of (if not THE) best delis and bakeries in London - move over brick lane! The shop itself has a really authentic old school feel where you know you will be supporting a small local business, as well as getting the real deal (none of that stale bread with a hole stamped out business that you get in the shops). There was a lovely motif on the old tiled walls that sing retro in the best way, and you can see the kitchen in the back (can't believe this hasn't gone viral on tiktok yet). The owner is really knowledgable and super friendly, offering to help out with any dietary requirements or questions (my sister is DF so this is an important one in our house). I recommend their catering services/delivery - whenever we have a family event (most recently my sisters hen party) or if we are going away for a weekend we like to stock up on their goodies... Danishes, Florentines, Cinnamon balls, Bagels, toppings (tomato, egg, cream cheese etc) and challah. I saw a few negative reviews about the staff being unwelcoming which was a bit of a surprise as I have always had a great customer experience, so I wouldn't hesitate to go in store on that basis. Overall an authentic and reliable Jewish deli that has been a massive part of the community for decades - if you are in Gants Hill it would be a shame to miss.