Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.4 out of 5
Impressive | 191 reviews

What User likes about Mcdowells:
the good old east end classic found himself on the back of the romford shopping hall in the ground floor. very pleasant. faster service and perfect for this fast meal. beautiful people, tasty cakes, mash without lumps, beautiful liqueur. happy days! View all feedback. What KCHGREGS doesn't like about Mcdowells:
I had pie mash here last week.July 2nd.I'm bias I was brought up on Kelly's pie mash in the east end its still unrivalled to this day.the pies were OK mash not to bad and the liqueur acceptable.i won't rush back there.and pie mash ain't a cheap meal anymore. View all feedback.

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Tripadvisor
3.9 ★ from 17 reviews
stip83
04.04.2024 - 20:17

The only traditional pie and mash so that I’ve been to that had more gravy in the pie than meat. So much gravy that it sorted out of the pie when I put the knif...

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davidbillett
04.04.2024 - 20:17

I couldn't get a table at Robins because there was a long line outside, so I decided to give Macdowells a try. It turned out to be a mistake. While this pie sho...

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Alicepou
04.04.2024 - 20:17

This place is hidden within the smaller shopping hall in Romford, our first time visiting and we were not disappointed, absolutely delicious pies the ones that...

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MickyEssex
04.04.2024 - 20:17

My wife and I took our Handicapped Son Jason here for Pie and Mash and had a great time. The food was great and the Girls who served us were very helpful. Lynn...

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Ann
04.04.2024 - 20:17

The pie, mash, and liquor at this restaurant are excellent and reminiscent of the traditional East End pie and mash. I always make sure to stop by whenever I am...

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Located in Romford, Macdowells is known for its traditional pie and mash. Despite some mixed reviews, the pies are described as crusty and meaty, the mash fluffy, and the liquor tasty. Some appreciate the atmosphere and friendly staff, while others find the gravy excessive and the liquor lacking. However, the owner's exceptional service, catering for parties, and variety of menu options are noted as positives. Overall, Macdowells offers a unique dining experience in Romford that is worth a try for those seeking classic British comfort food.

Gastroranking-it
3.2 ★ from 7 reviews
davidmememe
27.09.2024 - 09:45

Me and my misses went to here sat morning and got a tea and roll with half a sausage in it and no butter it was disgusting and had 5 women severing and still di...

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Stephen
27.09.2024 - 09:45

This is one of two pie and mash shops in Romford and I would say that it is in second place. Although the food is good wholesome grub and a goodly sized portion...

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KCHGREGS
27.09.2024 - 09:45

I had pie mash here last week.July 2nd.I'm bias I was brought up on Kelly's pie mash in the east end its still unrivalled to this day.the pies were OK mash not...

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MARYLOUESSEX
27.09.2024 - 09:45

The pie mash here is lovely, in fact it is the best I have tasted. A good old fashioned East End of London fast food. Good value for money...nice clean.

Michelle
27.09.2024 - 09:45

Fresh tasty and delicious hand made pies made in their pie factory on site at Romford Shopping Hall

Menu
4.8 ★ from 5 reviews

The good old east end classic found himself on the back of the romford shopping hall in the ground floor. very pleasant. faster service and perfect for this fas...

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Amazing! had our high time on Saturday and it could not be done better! the people were shocked, how much it tasted, as if it had just come out of the load. the...

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Beautiful and helpful staff. good place to have a quick bite. the hotel is located on the ground floor of romford market hall

Great little pie shop. Fresh pies, good liquor. Eels are nice too

Will be back.

Facebook
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Google
4.2 ★ from 12 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.9 ★ from 4 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
4.0 ★ from 16 reviews
Int Restaurants
4.5 ★ from 158 reviews

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