The Best Cafes in Greater London, United Kingdom (2025)

Tried both the peanut butter/ chocolate cookie and the cinnamon bun. Both delish and vegan. Their filter coffee and cold brew also come highly recommended. They also stock a good brand of kombucha. Lovely friendly service.

This place is my go-to neighbourhood spot! The staff are always quick and friendly, and the coffee/pastries are delicious. My only note is they always seem to run out of croissants, no matter what time I get there. I would love to see more stocked so I could actually try one!

Really great coffee, lovely staff, and nice bakes on offer. My only complaint is a lack of gluten free baked good options. But that aside, I will happily keep coming here going forward!

Flat white is average - slightly disappointed as there was not much aroma from the bean. Microfoam was amazingly done tho. Tried a bunch of the pastries - namely the ricotta cheesecake, miso cookie and cinnamon buns & the gay one sandwich which were all alright. We particularly enjoyed the naughty one sandwich!

Best cafe in town .💙

Food was absolutely delicious, and the coffee was nice and rich without being bitter. I had the avocado and halloumi on sourdough. The egg yolks were a lovely orange colour and tasted great. The food was beautifully cooked and presented despite the poor guy being on his own having to serve and cook. Very polite too.

very quite place, but really amazing food !! so glad we stopped here. had the beniccio hollandaise breakfast and the full reyes breakfast and it was phenomenal !!

Good food. Friendly staff highly recommended Had the Reyes breakfast so delicious,great combination.

Lane Eight Coffee is the most aesthetic cafe! It has a calm and relaxing ambiance, making it the perfect place to unwind. Their coffee and matcha are absolutely delicious, definitely some of the best I've had. Highly recommend!

Great new neighbourhood gem. They make great matcha, nice vibes.

Best coffee in Clapham, it’s the closest cafe to where I live would love to keep returning but £4 for FW hurts though 😬

Probably one of the reasons to visit the area! Very aesthetic, minimal Japanese coffee place! Chilling music Friendly staff! Great quality coffee, tried the drip and it was amazing!!! Just love this place!

The best cafe in Barking! I love that it is co-operatively run with an emphasis on community and sustainability. The staff are always friendly and welcoming and they really know how to make a great coffee. I’d recommend the smashed avocado on toast or the mozzarella toastie and they’ve got a delicious selection of cakes. Have a wander along the river and then head to Grounded for lunch, it will not disappoint!

It is an amazing coffee shop, which I love to frequent on my walks. The staff are ever so kind, helpful and polite. Love coming here and trying all the different cakes, sustainable drinks and very tasty coffee. I totally recommend this establishment.

Great ambiance, great coffee made just right, nice and hot staff very friendly and professional nothing is too much bother, coffee a little expensive but it's well worth it for the quality keep up the great work Since they started making food it's of a high quality freshly made While you wait nothing is premade Might be a wait but worth it Definitely worth the money they recently changed there baker it's so much better .thank you so much for finding a new supplier your so on the ball I would give you 10/10 I am there everyday better and great value much cheaper than Costa and Starbucks keep up the great work Thank you The security guard is so friendly and helpful nice change to have a helpful Security guard he goes the extra mile Just recently updated food menu Fantastic. Try the pancakes they are lush They sell there beans ground or just The beans and there fantastic hot chocolate.which is to die for Nothing is too much trouble for themre Recently had a new member of staff She is Very friendly and very good at making the Coffee lovely and hot She always smiling Just recently a new member started lovely coffee and friendly thanks Paul ☕☕

I’ve visited the cafe twice and both times staff were very welcoming, attentive and generally lovely. We’ll be back soon! Thank you!

This place deserves nothing less than 5 stars! I’ve been here three times, and it just keeps getting better. The coffee is exceptional—the best in the area. The service is always friendly and attentive, making the experience even better. The blueberry muffin is delicious, and the cozy seating makes it a perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee. Highly recommend!

The best coffee in the whole area, if you are a connoisseur. Impeccable service, really friendly and attentive staff and very talented and well trained. Best coffees and matches, avo on toast and pastries. They do not have a kitchen as it is a small coffee shop so no eggs. And seating is hard wood, but otherwise very conveniently located right at exit of Battersea Park train station, on the bus stop. Highly recommended.

Baristas are pleasant. Coffee was good. Blueberry muffin was amazing with a creamy, not too sweet filling. It's small inside, but I still recommend it!

This is the 3rd time I’ve been here in the last month. The pastries are the best in the area. My favorites are the pain au hazelnut, simit and the Turkish pastry (typical Suboregi). It’s a lot of work to achieve those Turkish pastries in this quality so hands down, this place is good. They usually run out of some items during the day. It’s also real value for money. The owners are two great guys, Koray and Eray. You can find out more on the place and the beautiful pastries on their social media accounts.

The best café this side of the river, and the other side too. The pastries were amazing, the coffee was amazing and the service was a solid 10! Had a phenomenal almond croissant and berry matcha (highly recommend!). Had to take some food home for friends, this place is a must! The guys running it were super friendly too, stay around for long enough and you might see a cute dog or two! The whole vibe is absolutely worth the walk down from Clapham Common. It has a welcoming vibe and unmatched homely aesthetic. Will be going again soon!

I had a great time there thanks to kind barista. I definitely would like to visit again to eat the best coffee and bread.

Absolutely lovely coffee shop, really happy that we discovered this place! Amazing quality coffee and delicious variety of pastries ( we particularly love the pistachio cookies!!). It’s super aesthetic and pleasant, staff are so lovely and hospitable! Highly recommend! Ive never written a review, but felt this was a worthy mention and deserves recognition!

I am ways coming here when I have chance. Amazing home Cosy atmosphere, very friendly owner, who is cooking her fingers licking pastries from scratch in front of you. Coffee with a pastry sitting in a Cosy armchair watching the beautiful greenery of the park - what can be better and more relaxing?! Highly recommend. You will not forget this experience ❤️

My favourite cafe! Bells food is delicious, tasty and the atmosphere and customer service is out of this world. Love that she's implemented turkish, english and vegetarian options. Her coffees are better than costa. Defo worth a visit, would highly recommend. Thank you for my turkish coffee to help me set off my day! You guys must try the kofte panini (wow)! Will defo go again with friends.

My favourite coffee shop, Best coffee Excellent espresso I have ever had! Bell's always friendly and welcoming & Service always incredible, In addition to the great drinks and food, the cafe had a comfortable seating area, perfect for enjoying a quiet moment or catching up with friends. The overall ambiance calm and relaxed, making it the perfect spot for a relaxing Overall, I highly recommend to any coffee lovers. Great coffee, delicious pastries, friendly service, and inviting atmosphere . this cafe is a must-visit for anyone in the area looking for a warm and welcoming spot for a quick bite or a leisurely drink.

The moment I landed here in the UK, my friend insisted that we absolutely *must* eat at Bell's Cafe! Situated at the edge of Spa Park, Bell's is a cozy little hangout for all ages where she, the owner, knows everyone by name. For the kiddos, she has pint-sized tables, chairs, toys, and coloring books. She has a wide array of menu items to cover the pickiest of eaters (me) to the most adventurous of palates. She also caters to the furry 4-legged crowd too. All of her food is freshly made to order and if there's something you don't see amongst the pastries, she may make them right in front of you if it's not super busy. Even after she delivers the food to your table, she checks in to make sure that everything is done to your liking and chats with you to get to know you. All in all, I came in as a stranger and left as a friend. Thanks Bell!

Really nice new venue. Plenty of seating that's well spaced out. I like that you're not squished next to other tables etc. I feel like this area has been screaming out for a coffee shop open on weekdays so very happy to see this place open. The coffee is delish and the staff are sweet and friendly. If doing take out, do take your own cup!

Fantastic addition to the local coffee scene around Bermondsey station. So nice that Monmouth has expanded into this space with ample seating. Same great coffee, and also pastries from Little Bread Pedlar, which are baked around the corner. You can buy freshly roasted beans here as well, which I do every week for brewing at home. Super friendly staff and expertly made espresso beverages mean that I will be here quite often!

Monmouth Coffee Bermondsey is a spacious, welcoming addition to the neighborhood with some standout features: ✅ Delicious Coffee: Oat lattes made with Oatly Barista (£4)—delicious and comparable to top specialty coffee shops. ✅ Eco-Friendly: No disposable cups, only returnable ones with a £5 deposit—a great sustainability initiative. ✅ Warm Atmosphere: Homely wooden decor, dog- and family-friendly, with thoughtful touches like bag hooks at every seat. ✅ Local Pastries: High-quality baked goods from a local bakery. ✅ Specialty Coffee: Beans from various origins available to purchase by the kilo. Things to Note: ❗ No WiFi Yet: Not ideal for work; mobile data also struggles indoors. ❗ Limited Hours: Closes early at 3 p.m. most days. ❗ Cold Inside: It can feel a bit chilly—most people kept their jackets on. Overall, a promising café with room to grow. Perfect for coffee lovers and a great spot to relax and catch up with friends!

Great new outpost of Monmouth to expand on their old spot in the railway arches. Always super friendly staff and rarely a wait. This place has multiple seating options and a loo, and is open during the week with everything from pain au chocolat to canelles to quiche to snack on. Lots to draw people to this buzzing location right in the heart of the food scene.

We hosted a private dinner party at Caserta and we couldn’t have been more happy with the outcome. Asad, Fatima, Gianluigi and Valeria were incredible to work with and helped us plan every detail to make it a special evening for us. The space is perfect for private events. With a delicious menu they curated a from a top Mayfair Italian restaurant, the space was completely candlelit and accompanied by tunes playing from their vintage record player. It was the ideal mix of romanticism and intimacy that made it a memorable evening. We would love to work with Caserta again for our next event.

Visiting London on my way to NYC for my sons graduation and staying at Battersea Reach Apartment complex. This beautiful Deli is walking distance from the apartment and went there for my morning coffee . It was such a good experience, great coffee and delicious bakery stuff and staff is very efficient and friendly 😀.

Pass by it today and tried few things for take away. All the food we had was delicious fresh and very reasonably priced. We tried plain croissant which tasted very good, Nutella croissant was super delicious, vegetarian sandwich and it was fresh and good and finally a pastry staffed with orange ricotta and it was delicious. Customer service was okay and Definitely going back.

Nice coffee shop with food offerings and Italians products. Good coffee spot also delicious croissants with pistachio cream. Great lasagna for lunch!