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Entry No. 999 · Salt Beef Bagel

The Brass Rail

The Brass Rail has operated inside Selfridges since 1966, serving hand-carved hot salt beef from Irish grass-fed brisket cured in brine, on a choice of bagel, rye, or challah, priced at £8.95–12.25. A Reuben sandwich and a salt beef hash are also available alongside the classic bagel.

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Waitinside Selfridges department store, clearly signposted in the Food Hall; no advance booking, no outdoor queue in any weather.Monday–Saturday 09:30–21:00, Sunday 11:30–18:00; peak lunch queue 12:00–14:00; arrive before 11:30 or after 14:30 for minimal wait; Oxford Circus tube (Central, Bakerloo lines) 200 metres east along Oxford Street.
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The Brass Rail has operated inside Selfridges since 1966, serving hand-carved hot salt beef from Irish grass-fed brisket cured in brine, on a choice of bagel, rye, or challah, priced at £8.95–12.25. A Reuben sandwich and a salt beef hash are also available alongside the classic bagel.

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No. 999 for Salt Beef Bagel in London

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Find The Brass Rail in Oxford Street, West End. Stamping unlocks when you’re within 75 m of the shop.

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