There's a secret window in London serving up the city's 'best' pies

There’s a window in London serving up pies (Picture: The Pie Room/Rosewood London)

Did you know that there’s a window in London through which pies are served?

It’s known as the Pie Hole,and while it’s pretty popular with those in the know,many still consider it to be one of the capital’s secret hidden gems. 

This is because it’s tucked away in a rather unexpected spot – inside a five star-hotel near Covent Garden and you can only visit at certain times.

The Pie Hole is a takeaway window attached to the Pie Room at the Rosewood Hotel,a glass-fronted kitchen described as a ‘one-stop destination dedicated to one of Britain’s most iconic dishes’. 

The Pie Room itself is part of the Holborn Dining Room – it’s where all the pies are made and also doubles as a private dining space for the hotel.

But on Tuesdays,Wednesdays and Thursdays,between 11 am and 3 pm,the windows open to the public,and it transforms into the Pie Hole. 

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Where is the Pie Hole and when can you visit?

The Pie Hole window can be found at 252 High Holborn,London WC1V 7EN and is open from 11 am until 3 pm,Tuesday to Thursday.

Those keen to visit will need to arrive promptly,as the pies sell out quickly – especially the classics and anything seasonal.

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‘I always recommend coming earlier in the day if you have a specific pie in mind,’ advises Ilona.

And even if you do miss out on your favourite,you likely won’t be disappointed as you’ll still get to see the pie masters at work,which is an experience in itself.

‘Everything is made fresh in small batches,and that’s part of the charm. Guests order directly at the window,watch the team at work,and get their pies hot and ready,’ Ilona adds.

‘It’s fast,it’s fun,and it’s a great way to see the craft behind what we do.’

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