Top Cafes in Brixton, Greater london
Papa’s Cafe
10-17 Pulross Rd, London SW9 8AF, UK | Cafe P: 07757 366001
Rating: 4.6 (149) Price Level:
It has a really nice park for kids so you can have a nice coffee or finger foods while the kids play
Rating: 5 / 5
What a place!! Strong community vibe, super welcoming atmosphere and great cafe! Jerk chicken is bloodclart pussyclart serious! And is a great price at lunch hours during the week. Also has a good playground/ small pitches for kids and regular community events. The lady who runs the show is great! Not to be missed!
Rating: 5 / 5
WOW I got the jerk chicken, rice, and coleslaw. I had the gal pick my meal and it turned out to be some of the best food I've ever had. It was flavorful and had the perfect amount of spice. The serving size was huge and it was only £10- cheap by London standards. The atmosphere is so chill. It's run by a family and I felt incredibly welcome. They are warm people. No doubt I'll be back!
Rating: 5 / 5
Amazing cafe, Valcie the cafe owner is a really down to earth person. Usually working alongside her husband and family members. Her Carribean food as well as toastie and teas are amazing!! There is a park baby park, kids park and Astroturf football pitch. It's all newly rebuilt and has a dynamic welcoming atmosphere! This park profits of the community so help it stay open by buying from the cafe and using it's facilities!
Rating: 5 / 5
Amazing jerk chicken at a very friendly lovely little cafe in Brixton and you can bring your own wine 🍷🌞😎
Features:
- Dine-In
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Brunch
- Takeout
- Delivery
- Outdoor Seating
- Children' Menu
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Nearby Landmarks:
- Ferndale Community Sports Centre - Active Lambeth - 103m away
- Papa’s Park - 10m away
- Brixton Post Office - 132m away
- The Department Store, Brixton - 173m away
- O2 Academy Brixton - 239m away
PARISSI
76 Atlantic Rd, London SW9 8PX, UK | Cafe P: 020 7924 9022
Rating: 4.6 (377) Price Level:
We went to PARISSI for coffee and cake and their offering was vast and it all looked so appealing! After a period of undecidedness we went for a slice of cheesecake and raspberry torte, both very good.
Rating: 5 / 5
Lovely spot for coffee and brunch, with a really relaxed vibe inside and cute little back yard that gets the sun. The staff is lovely and really accommodating; there’s a good brunch menu, and the turkish eggs are a really good option on there - topped with a variety of herbs and seeds to add flavour and texture, plus the sourdough it’s served with is a lovely addition
Rating: 5 / 5
Hands down our favourite neighbourhood cafe! The cakes and pastries are exquisite and some of the best in London in my opinion. The brunch selection is also great, good quality and hearty food made with great care and attention to details. We really love coming to Parissi!
Rating: 5 / 5
Lovely small cafe in Brixton. Not many seatings, tables are kept for diners, but still can have coffee & cakes at the bar/window seatings. Nice atmosphere. Might visit again to try the brunch menu.
Rating: 5 / 5
We ordered lemon & pistachio cake, greek-style egg pie and cheesecake. All are great and delicious! I also tried Cappuccino, it’s a bit acidic, sweet and strong in taste. Would definitely come again. The garden seating area is amazing under the sunlight!
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Brunch
- Serves Vegetarian Food
- Takeout
- Outdoor Seating
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Cocktails
- Vegetarian Food
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Nearby Landmarks:
- Brixton Village Market - 194m away
- Brixton Market - 229m away
- Broadway Studios - 187m away
- Ghost Whale - 12m away
- Oh LaLa Hair Salon - 25m away
Brixton Blend
8 Tunstall Rd, London SW9 8BN, UK | Coffee Shop P: 020 7733 0775
Rating: 4.5 (265) Price Level:
Love this place, we've visited a few times for takeaway coffee and it's always been great. Today we stayed and had a coffee and cake. Great coffee as ever and the cake was delicious!!! Always impressed with staffs hospitality. One of the best coffee spots in Brixton.
Rating: 4 / 5
I got a vanilla oat latte, the coffee was lovely. I would go back again as the venue itself was quite nice. Ideal for working!
Rating: 5 / 5
Small local coffee house serving nice coffee made by welcoming staff. There was a good selection of cakes and pastries including vegan snacks. No problems when I wanted a soy latte. Though there are only four tables downstairs there is more seating upstairs. There is also a clean, unisex bathroom. I didn't ask about WiFi but there was good 5G on my phone and there was certainly no push to get people to leave after they had finished their drinks. I would certainly go back to this coffee shop if I am in the area.
Rating: 5 / 5
Excellent flat white - was really impressed. Friendly service and overall pleasant environment. There is also a toilet upstairs. £3.50 is slightly on the expensive side but worth it.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Vegetarian Food
- Takeout
- Outdoor Seating
- Restroom
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Vegetarian Food
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Nearby Landmarks:
- Poundland - 31m away
- HSBC Brixton - 75m away
- M&S Foodhall - 75m away
- Brixton Market - 153m away
- David Bowie Memorial - 20m away
Stir Coffee Brixton
111 Brixton Hill, London SW2 1AA, UK | Coffee Shop P: Not available
Rating: 4.7 (495) Price Level:
Lovely coffee place with terrific food. The BLT wrap and veggie sandwich were quite amazing, and the coffee and chai tea my wife had were well made and tasty. The staff was super nice and knowledgeable and recommended some beans for making coffee at home. We will for sure go back.
Rating: 5 / 5
I loved this place, and would stop by every day that i was in the area. Coffee and food is great, but the staff is truely exceptional - such friendly and easy-going folks!
Rating: 5 / 5
This is my favourite coffee shop for overnight oats and a rich, well-balanced flat white. The coffee has a brightness that adds complexity and vibrancy to the flavour, with a smooth velvety texture that's such a friend of mine. While this coffee shop is a haven for families, the pre-school crowd can sometimes bring a bit of a lively atmosphere. If you're seeking a quieter experience, I would recommend to go after 9 am.
Rating: 5 / 5
Incredible food 👌🏻 the Reuben is delish and was delighted to see they use PROPER bread, Europeans won't be disappointed here! Gentrification at its finest. It's not expensive either. Can't recommend enough
Features:
- Dine-In
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Beer
- Serves Brunch
- Takeout
- Outdoor Seating
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Nearby Landmarks:
- White Horse Brixton - 27m away
- Brixton Hill Post Office - 48m away
- Fortress Lock & Safe Co. - 8m away
- Fish Lounge - 20m away
- Adam's Ethiopian Restaurant - 45m away
Katakata
132A Brixton Hill, London SW2 1RS, UK | Cafe P: 020 3490 1160
Rating: 4.6 (434) Price Level:
I love everything about this place! The food is absolutely to die for, super reasonable prices and the owner is so incredibly sweet and thoughtful. The fresh juices were also amazing! Can't recommend highly enough to visit, the cafe also participates in a variety of charity schemes and has a community garden, so definitely worth supporting such a wonderful small business that gives so much back to the community!
Rating: 4 / 5
Very welcoming and warm owner, we had small convo when waiting for my order. Place has it's own vibe and would like to spend some time over there. Food was quite good, I like meat but trying to taste different cousine and meals. This one was a bit spicy, quite filling and tasty. Happy with it.
Rating: 4 / 5
Great community initiative on Brixton Hill offering bowls of healthy goodness and fresh juices. The Alkaline Bowl was delicious and filling. Lovely to sit outside on a nice day for lunch.
Rating: 5 / 5
Lovely food, atmosphere, and hosts. The ginger breeze juice was fresh and delicious, and the alkaline magic bowl was fantastic. Cheers 🥂
Rating: 5 / 5
What an INCREDIBLE find! The coolest little spot in Brixton for amazing vegetarian/vegan food. With the amazing gentleman who freshly made our food, even if it wasn’t great I would have come again - yet the salmon and aubergine pancake was DELICIOUS! This place is not to go amiss. I’ll be back faster than you can say Katakata 🔥🔥
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Brunch
- Serves Vegetarian Food
- Takeout
- Delivery
- Live Music
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Cocktails
- Vegetarian Food
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Nearby Landmarks:
- Brixton Hill Studios - 46m away
- Negril - 20m away
- Rush Common - 170m away
- Brixton Hill Post Office - 195m away
- Tesco Express - 70m away
Your Local Cafe
262 Brixton Hill, London SW2 1HP, UK | Coffee Shop P: Not available
Rating: 4.6 (114) Price Level:
A hidden jewel for commuters or someone trying to start their week-end that right way. Cozy atmosphere with chill music and delicious treats. Staff are always friendly and make the experience better. A must if you're in this neck of the woods.
Rating: 5 / 5
Stopped briefly but wished I could stay for longer. Cafe was interesting and welcoming, baristas are skilled and friendly. Flat white is delicious 👍
Rating: 5 / 5
Great coffee, friendly staff, and lovely kids corner with toys and books.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Takeout
- Restroom
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
Nearby Landmarks:
- Sainsbury's Local - 25m away
- McDonald's - 152m away
- Rush Common - 491m away
- Brixton Hill Islamic Centre - 180m away
- Access Self Storage Brixton Hill - 84m away
Vera Cruz Lebanese Grill and Cafe
Arlington Parade, Brixton Hill, London SW2 1RH, UK | Restaurant P: 020 7733 4810
Rating: 4.7 (229) Price Level:
Authentic fresh Lebanese food, good portions and reasonably priced, my regular Lebanese since it opened! Local, small take away with a few tables, mostly for take out or delivery. Staff is nice and friendly too. Definitely recommended 👌
Rating: 5 / 5
I ordered lamb Shish, the lamb was cooked perfectly and full of flavour. Thanks Marcello for the great customer service ☺️
Rating: 5 / 5
Vera Cruz Lebanese Grill is a Brixton staple. It’s been here for over 50 years. The owner and staff aré incredibly professional and swift. The take away is always hot and on time. The food is halal and delicious. A MUST visit in Brixton! BEST BONE IN WINGS AND BONELESS CHICKEN IN TOWN!
Rating: 5 / 5
Great food! I placed an order this evening and I enjoyed my meal thoroughly. I’ll defiantly be ordering again In Sha Allah! I would highly recommend the locals to support this restaurant.
Rating: 5 / 5
Apart from one table, this is bar seating (not like the photos), but the food and service were excellent. Based on other Google reviews, we went for one Lamb and one Chicken Shawarma, and they were absolutely knockout—so moist with perfectly crispy ends. The fresh salad and spicy rice complemented the meal perfectly. Highly recommend coming here for a reasonably priced, large portion of Shawarma!
Features:
- Dine-In
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Brunch
- Takeout
- Delivery
- Outdoor Seating
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
Website not available
Parking Options:
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Tesco Superstore - 182m away
- Electric Brixton - 116m away
- Lambeth Town Hall - 211m away
- Black Cultural Archives - 235m away
- Lambeth Council - 77m away
Sarava Creperie Bar & Cafe
41-42 Brixton Village Market, Coldharbour Ln, London SW9 8PS, UK | Dessert Shop P: 020 7274 2211
Rating: 4.7 (766) Price Level:
Wandered down for a bit of a local atmosphere and came across this little gem! Wonderful savoury and sweet crepes for breakfast. Go for the Le Egg Ranchero if you like a bit of everything.
Rating: 5 / 5
Ahh, Sarava really knocked it out of the park with their crepes! I was at home craving something different and decided to try them after spotting their menu on Uber Eats. Wow, I was blown away by the quality! My crepe with asparagus and bacon was insanely good, so flavorful and perfectly made. I was over the moon happy with my meal and the garlic bread was absolutely delicious too! Thank you for such an amazing experience. I can’t wait to order again!
Rating: 5 / 5
Very nice environment and service. I was with friends over in Brixton Market and we had the most amazing expresso Martini. They have nice happy hours promos and the food is very good. We had the nutella crepe and it was delicious. The decor is super cozy and we felt at home. Will come back.
Rating: 5 / 5
Been here a couple of times now. Their staff is incredibly friendly and the savoury crepes are super tasty. They’ve got gluten free and vegan options as well which is a nice touch. Cocktails are nice as well, good value during happy hours! Excited to come back to try the sweet crepes as well. 🫶🏻
Rating: 4 / 5
The staff here is really friendly and attentive, making the experience quite lovely. The food is okay, the portions are really big, so perfect if you’re hungry. Also the variety of crepes they have on the menu is incredible, so so many savoury ones, it was almost hard to choose. We went during lunchtime so it was quite quiet and we got served incredibly quickly.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Brunch
- Serves Vegetarian Food
- Takeout
- Delivery
- Outdoor Seating
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Cocktails
- Vegetarian Food
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
- Paid Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Brixton Village Market - 40m away
- Brixton House - 72m away
- Broadway Studios - 19m away
- Brixton Recreation Centre - 159m away
- Brixton Market - 179m away
Cafe On The Hill
91 Brixton Hill, London SW2 1AA, UK | Cafe P: 020 8671 6012
Rating: 4.5 (326) Price Level:
Amazing staff, delicious food, one of the best french toasts I have ever tasted!
Rating: 5 / 5
After a while without this iconic breakfast, I was amazed about the offer of this café. Beside the classic traditional they also serve plenty of verities. Different Vegetarian and even a vegan option. Starting with a tee I also had a very satisfying coffee. I highly recommend you go there.
Rating: 5 / 5
I was introduced to Cafe on the Hill by one of my daughters and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The menu offers various options for meat eaters and vegetarians and vegans. You can order a choice of English, American, or Mediterranean breakfasts and brunch. The food is fresh, tasty, and looks appealing. The staff are friendly and the service is great. Prices are reasonable, too. Would definitely recommend.
Rating: 5 / 5
Absolutely wonderful place. Delicious brunch and amazing service! Cannot recommend Cafe on the Hill enough.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Brunch
- Serves Vegetarian Food
- Takeout
- Delivery
- Outdoor Seating
- Children' Menu
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Vegetarian Food
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Parking Options:
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- White Horse Brixton - 41m away
- Stir Coffee Brixton - 41m away
- Brixton Hill Post Office - 82m away
- Fortress Lock & Safe Co. - 38m away
- Fish Lounge - 21m away
San Marino Brixton
413 Brixton Rd, London SW9 7DG, UK | Cafe P: 020 7978 8417
Rating: 4.4 (1126) Price Level:
I just had some drinks at San Marino and couldn’t be happier with my experience there! Chris who was our host for the evening made myself and my friend the most delicious cocktails- the nicest cocktails I’ve had in a long time! And upon sharing that it was my birthday, himself and his colleagues surprised me with a slice of cake with a candle and sang happy birthday to me! This was so touching and kind! Thank you so much Chris and the team at San Marino for making my birthday extra special!
Rating: 5 / 5
Carl made our night! What a kind, friendly and a characteristic soul. He was respectful to everyone we saw him interact with. It didn’t look like it was a job for him, it looked like he was genuinely enjoying himself - and that’s what makes a spot a spot. Big ups - will be returning.
Rating: 4 / 5
Last time I went was in August 2023 with another friend! I was missing some Eggs Cumberland 🥰 Me and my friend went for some brunch today. It was a bit full but we managed to get a seat as they have quite a bit of space! It was also nice and warm inside. They do have outside seating which is great for the summer but maybe not as advisable in the current cold winter 😂 The food was good as per and the ambience is always great :)
Rating: 5 / 5
I had the Traditional English Breakfast. It tasted good and the service was good. It’s a popular and busy place but the quality is good.
Rating: 4 / 5
San Marino is a charming café and bar, offering cooked breakfasts and sandwiches, though the menu selection is somewhat limited. The establishment is clean, the prices are reasonable, and the staff are pleasant, contributing to a generally positive atmosphere. It can become quite busy at times. It opens early and closes late. Parking is not available, but there is step-free access.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Brunch
- Serves Vegetarian Food
- Takeout
- Delivery
- Outdoor Seating
- Children' Menu
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Vegetarian Food
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Nearby Landmarks:
- Brixton Recreation Centre - 95m away
- TK Maxx - 33m away
- HSBC Brixton - 64m away
- M&S Foodhall - 49m away
- Phonox - 87m away