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Mother Mash Carnaby, London,

Mother Mash Carnaby

4.6
4.6
690 Reviews
£25 and under
British
We love mashed potato - it's the food equivalent of a great big hug. Our mash is made with only the very best Maris Piper potatoes - and it's made fresh. Not that day, not that hour, but right before you tuck in. That way it still has the creamy fluffy texture we've whipped into it.
Add a piping hot pie, free range sausages or vegetarian option.. pour on your choice of fresh gravy.. and you'r done. Feel all warm and friendly.

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2 people

23:30


Booked 22 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    020 7494 9644
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Area
    Soho
  • Parking Details
    None
  • Public Transit
    Between Oxford Circus and Piccadilly Circus underground station
  • Additional
    Beer, Delivery, Takeaway, Wine

What 690 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

690 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    London

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall4food5service1ambience3
    Good Food, but really inattentive and poor service.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall2food2service2ambience2
    The pie was poor especially the pastry which was dry to the point that it was difficult to cut and chew

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  3. LizfromM

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food, fast service and very reasonable price for central London. Loved it!

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  4. ChristineR

    Portland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    This is the perfect place for English comfort food!

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  5. HelenC

    Gloucestershire

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful! Found this when needing to book to eat before an event at the Palladium. This stood out as it is a bit different. And we are so pleased we went for it. Doesn't look much from the outside, but definitely worth going in!!!! (Booking is a good idea but not always necessary.) What a fab idea - a choice of half a dozen or so variants of mash, then choose a pie or sausage (again, lots of variety including a daily special of each too) and then choose a gravy from another half a dozen or so options. Service was swift, which is ideal if you are off to the theatre! But, most importantly, the food was delicious. Simple. But yummy! And surprisingly not heavy! (Was most concerned about the couple who shared a main...why???!!!!) The puddings were pretty good too. Can recommend the sticky toffee and the hot chocolate puddng, although regretted not trying a fruit crumble or pie! Staff were lovely, professional and friendly. We're not Londonders but would love to go back if we get the chance. And have 'ordered' my London living brother and sister-in-law to go!

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  6. maydelist

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 22 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous service. Excellent food. Just easy and lovely evening out. Small haven in the midst of all the activities outside

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  7. DianaW

    London

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 22 November 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Just like Mother used to make 😊. Good wholesome filling meal - delicious !

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  8. SueM

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food at a great price. Fast and friendly service

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  9. FedericaM

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    it was amaing, the best food in London. highly recommended

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  10. FlorentL

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    As french people it was perfect to discover English dish ! Service was really nice, full of advice to adapt to our preference and really welcome.

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  11. KarenA

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Divine delicious comfort food and a wonderful friendly team. My only disappointment is that I didn’t have room for the crumble! Next time…

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  12. AntonyH

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Second visit to Mother Mash Carnaby Street and the food just gets better and better. Had steak and ale pie with sweet potato mash and farmers gravy. Side dishes of buttered cabbage and caramelised onions. Desert was apple and blackberry pie and custard. Everything was cooked to perfection and was absolutely delicious. Service and atmosphere are also great and the restaurant is exceptionally clean. Will be taking my kids to Mother Mash before Christmas as a little family treat. Highly recommend!!

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  13. Claudio

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious traditional English food! Good portions and prices. The waiters were awesome!

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  14. MandyW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Quaint place off the beaten track, nothing to look at from the outside but from the door onwards everything was perfect.

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  15. IainF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I was really looking forward to a good old pie and mash and I wasn't disappointed. Food was delicious,mash ,gravy and pie. Staff were welcoming and friendly. Looking forward to going again in future. Iain.

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  16. Funlife2023

    Staffordshire

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 November 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Very busy little place , so booking essential , especially in on weekend , great comfort food , gluten free sausage available so that was a winner . The young lady looking after us was very good and new exactly who was at what point in their meal managing the tables so that new customers were able to be seated. No frills, very inexpensive, worth a trip when in London again , only downside , theres not one in the midlands 🙌

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  17. MrBCP

    London

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 28 October 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    The staff were great, we came with our 2y/o and they allocated a table/booth at the end for us, so we could park our pram and be out of anyone's way. The food was very tasty, we had a selection of sausages and a pie, which were all great. Would definetly recommend for an informal meal with some friends/family, its hard to beat some bangers and mash!

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  18. GavinH

    Norfolk/Suffolk

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 27 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were recommended to go here and I can see why. The place was a little cramped but that did not matter in the slightest. The food was amazing. The variety was also amazing. It was proper comfort food of high quality. We will return!

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  19. RicMR

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 October 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience2
    Booked a Table for 1200hrs on a Thursday Lunchtime, arrived at 1150 and the restaurant was closed. Came back at 1200hrs and was asked to come back in a further 15mins as they were setting up. Waited a significant period of time to be served and again for food to arrive (in a dark, deserted restaurant). Staff were polite and friendly but took 3 times to find my booking and the table behind us only received half their order first time around (although staff were hugely apologetic) . When paying my bill was physically barged aside whilst at the till by a man delivering boxes. Food was good and hot, but not as plentiful as on previous visits, not brilliant value. Contrast this to our first visit which was fantastic, but on a busier Saturday Lunchtime. Service was quick, food was superb and plentiful!

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  20. FrancoT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Cibo sano e gustoso, servizio celere e cordiale, ottimo rapporto qualità prezzo. Ormai una tappa obbligata!!

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  21. AlexandraL

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 October 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Toujours aussi efficace et goûteux. Un service rapide, souriant avec des personnes réellement attentionnés. Une bonne adresse à prix correct et de la cuisine simple mais de qualité

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  22. Katrina

    London

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 22 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was amazing, staff very helpful, would definitely recommend

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  23. AndrewW

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 October 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Wrong food arrived but was quickly remedied by staff. Very tasty and comforting food

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  24. GeeM

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 October 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience2
    Food was really nice but the whole place is really cramped. Most concerning was the blocked fire exit - being used to store a high chair, mop and crates of drinks. Crates of drinks also crammed between the seats and dirty plates piled on top of a bin at the top of the stairs. The staff were really, really nice and made us feel very welcome and looked after even though they were rushed off their feet.

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  25. mattj

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    My new favourite pie shop. Excellent service, amazing mash, and top quality ingredients.

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  26. LisaN

    Manchester

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Fantastic food and service at outstanding value. Would highly recommend.

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  27. Foodman

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best pie and mash in London. Wouldn't miss it if your in soho

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  28. PeteM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fast service. Good, filling, no-fuss food, without breaking the bank.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Großartiger, freundlicher Service. Die Pies sind unglaublich lecker. Wir kommen immer wieder gerne hierher ❤️

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  30. mattj

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent all round - though the large table at the back was uncomfortably tight, the seats are much too close to the table and cant be adjusted.

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  31. AnitaA

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 6 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely tasty food at good value for money. Lots of mashed potato choices!! Service was excellent, seated quickly, food & drinks orders taken quickly. Would definitely go there again.

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  32. MichaelM

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is the 3rd time we have been to London and the 3rd time we have been to your restaurant and we would love to come back anytime to enjoy your delicious food.

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  33. JonS

    Cambridge

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good experience. Nice cheap quick food, ideal when you’re on your way somewhere and want quick service

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  34. ElliotW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very enjoyable food just wish they had more gluten free options as my partner found the sausage a tad spicy

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  35. rddd39

    London

    26 reviews

    4.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on 26 September 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Simple consistent offering that does what it says on the tin. Puddings disappointing compared with the mains.

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  36. michaelr

    Kent

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 25 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The staff are very warm, welcoming and energetic. The food is fantastic, great choices and flavours. This is one of our favourite places to eat in London.

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  37. MarkD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Staff really friendly, food delicious, great value .

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  38. JaneK

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 12 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, lovely staff. Really good location, highly recommended

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  39. CatherineH

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 3 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great option for friends from overseas that wanted to have an English dish! Service was great.

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  40. janetf

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 22 August 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience4
    Super fun! Wonderful English comfort food in a relaxed, fun atmosphere. Highly recommend. Sticky Toffee pudding with custard sauce to die for, and I could eat a vat of cheesy mustard potatoes!

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FAQs

Mother Mash Carnaby does offer delivery in partnership with Deliveroo. Mother Mash Carnaby also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 020 7494 9644.

Mother Mash Carnaby is rated 4.6 stars by 690 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

23:30


Booked 22 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Mother Mash Carnaby

26 Ganton Street, London, W1F 7QZ

Additional information

  • Area
    Soho
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00–22:00
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking Details
    None
  • Public Transit
    Between Oxford Circus and Piccadilly Circus underground station
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Delivery, Takeaway, Wine
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