You can tell everything is made in-house, which is impressive given their wide range of offerings: quiches, sandwiches, cookies, muffins; they have it all. The ingredients are high quality, and the flavours are thoughtfully developed. Pink lemonades are often too sweet, but this one was perfectly balanced. The lemon square was nicely tart, the quiche had generous chunks of feta, and the muffin had that rich, buttery flavour you only get from homemade baked goods. Service was bubbly and helpful, and the interior was quaint. There's just enough seating outside, with a setup that lets you choose between sun or shade. Special mention for offering the London Fog iced; my first time trying it, and it is now my new go-to. Prices were surprisingly reasonable considering the quality. Easily the best coffee shop I've tried in London so far. read more

See all

I love coming here on a summer morning. The staff is always nice, the restaurant is welcoming and it's nice sitting out on the patio. To me their coffee is mid, but the pastries are amazing, especially their cruffins!!! I would recommend:) read more

See all

okay so, my girlfriend and I have given this place multiple chances but here's the thing... we usually order a matcha and an iced coffee, I like it black and she likes it with oat milk. every time she orders the matcha it's a gamble on how much damn milk They make it with (typically 90% milk) doesn't matter which server makes it. On top of that, requesting light milk doesn't seem to resonate with the server or change the outcome of the drink. We like the outside patio but it's usually just pestering with bees bc of their open lid garbage can sitting directly in the middle of the patio. So although I want to give this place a good review and rating, it seems quite difficult to do so. P.S. why do they serve jamaican patties? read more

Nice atmosphere, good food. Not a lover of their coffee. I like richer full bodied coffee.

great staff busy but quickly moving the line of customers excellent coffee and baked goods great first stop in London read more

Black Walnut Bakery Cafe - Desserts Near Me - London, Ontario

See all

Croissant was good, butter tarts weren't my fave. I personally think they're too eggy in the filling. I also ordered a mocha with oat milk... the chocolate chips they put in there have a hard time dissolving so I would recommend getting a coffee/latte that has syrup if you want to taste the flavor throughout. Vibes inside were good, lots of seating but it is for sure busy, so find your seat quick! The barista that took my order was awesome and double checked that my preference for oat milk wasn't an allergy, which I thought was very considerate. I will be coming back to try other drinks and pastries! read more

Was in the area and wife wanted to try it out. Food is pre-prepared but still taste good. Sandwich was very fresh and tasty. I'm not much of a coffee drinker but the wife loved hers. Staff was nice. More of a snack place. read more

See all

The baristas are kinda rude to you, coffee is good, they are always out of food when i go and they do not have free wifi. This is not a good study spot, I'd go somewhere else which is unfortunate since this is a University City. read more

My favourite cafe in London!! Their pastries and drinks taste amazing and they are at a reasonable prices! if you are visiting this cafe for the first time, definitely give their cruffins a try! They are amazing!! It's basically a muffin with crispy layers and cream inside the muffin! I always get their earl grey tea with steamed non fat milk , the flavour is very nice and it's really good! The interior is spacious and very comfortable! Staffs are super nice and responsive! One thing I wish they had was wifi, it would be so much better if they have wifi there so people can work or browse on internet but they are amazing read more

See all

Amazing coffee shop and delicious baked goods! Great service overall, highly recommend!

This is my absolute favorite place ever! I love the atmosphere and it's a great place to just sit and study or relax. I've only been in the summer so I'm unsure how busy it would be with the university students around but it's still an adorable atmosphere with amazing treats! Not many places do iced london fogs and they are my favorite so I'm very happy! The treats they have are so delicious and unique! read more

See all

This place is amazing! The atmosphere, food, and coffee are all extremely top notch and enjoyable! Beginning with the atmosphere, it is really cool that they dont have wifi! Yes, I will say that again, that is a plus!! The restaurant (during non-COVID times) promotes interaction and connection, and aims to have their seating reserved for those who want to have a conversation and make a connection. This is admittedly not the place I would recommend going if you are finishing a school project, but it doesn't have to be; go to Starbucks for that! Instead, Black Walnut is the go to location for a date or a relationship catch up. It is fantastic. The food I have had have pretty much exclusively been their fantastic Cruffins. They change these out for the seasons, with pumpkin in the autumn and other variants throughout the seasons. I have not disliked a single one. Not only is it a light fluffy croissant-like muffin, but it is filled with a delicious whipped cream (but thicker) centre. Honestly, don't sleep on the cruffin. The coffee is some of the best in the city, specially for sit down experience. Given the entire experience together, with food, coffee, and like I mentioned, the ambiance, it is great coffee. I have bought a couple bags to have at home, though admittedly switched recently to a local roaster down the street. Either way, the coffee is fabulous, and I would not at all fault that experience; it is just a hyper personalized preference when it comes to your java preferences! I want to provide a quick tip of the hat to the staff. I came in the first time, and the crew was incredible. Literally the second time I came they remembered me, and asked if I wanted the same or to try a new recommendation. They continue conversations, and what was really fun as an experience was it was not just the staff member helping you. The barista jumped in to engage at one point too! It was just a whole incredible experience; hats off to the team there. You make this place what it is! All in, this is one of the easiest 5-star reviews I have ever given! Keep doing what you're doing - I could hardly ask for better! read more

Black Walnut Bakery Cafe - Their pumpkin cruffin; it is unreal!! - Desserts Near Me - London, Ontario

One of my favourite go-to spots in London. It's an easy bus ride down from Western University's campus. So much variety and everything here is well priced. Their quiche and sausage rolls are amazing. Quick, friendly service. My only complaint here is that it always seems like there's never enough seating space here, at least during the times I come here. read more

Terrible food and terrible service! I will never return. I ordered their smoothy and when I asked to exchange it for a latte because I did not like the taste the manager said I would have to play for the latte. We spent over $70.00 on lunch there and I was treated like crap! It was difficult not to get upset about their customer service. The food was not great either. It was bland and not very good. I do not recommend this place. There are way better restaurants in London fir the same cost as The Black Waknut! read more

Actually my fave place!! Seriously recommend to everyone I meet/know :) I love the environment, coffee and food! So so good!

Twice now I have gone to the Richmond Street location 15 minute before an appointment to get a cappuccino. Twice now I have left without my cappuccino even though there are about ten people working there. I finally had to leave after 13 minutes of waiting. It's a busy place but that is excessive to wait and there was a lot of chatting by the staff behind the counter and no sense of urgency. I'm not expecting Tim Hortons but.... Last time I will go here. read more

Richmond street location , was good experience, good hot Americano and a lemon curd muffin -croissant mix . It was a surprisingly busy Saturday morning . I have not been to either shoppe until but had heard many positive Comments , so I tried it and will be back. Staff were attentive and tried to move the Line thru read more

Yes this place is relaxing and I enjoyed sitting outside and having some bakery which are not too sweet for me. Stuffs are nice, give me right recommendations. The annoying is there are two bees keeping flying around me when I was seated.... probably they are hungry lol read more

See all

I want to say that the baked goods are good, the coffee is legit -- albeit overpriced. Moreover, in all my cafe hopping in Toronto, NYC, London (the UK) and other places never have I EVER been asked to move or even heard of this practice of vacating seats for other customers before coming to Black Walnut. I'm not talking about being a student with my books, a group of friends. The banana bread is so good, as are the pastries. The lunch deals are also good. If I'm paying $15.00 for me alone with lunch deals, baked goods I should be able to sit; read a book or work on something in some piece. But the ambience, attitudes and values of the owner/manager doesn't go well with a 'cafe'/ bakery vibe. Black Walnut seems to be very unique in that aspect and to be honest it's something that doesn't really sit well with me. Customer hustling aside, the food is good, their sugar cookies over Christmas are absolutely delicious. But everything could definitely be knocked down by 50 cents. And girl, it would not hurt to offer that my banana bread be warmed up and served with butter without me having to ask and feel like a nuisance. read more

Really good sandwiches. Friendly service. But slow. Takes a long time to get your order for some reason. But the food is excellent when you get it. read more

Awesome coffee and Danish, Belgian pastries and French croissants, a scrumptious tour of Europe. Mesmerizing at times, a poem for the senses. read more

This cafe just opened up on Richmond Row; it's an offshoot of the Wortley Village cafe with the same name. The restaurant itself is really nice. They did a great job. I've been here 3 times over the last week. Twice for coffee, once for a snack. First time I went for coffee they were a bit slow, but it was the second day they were open so it was understandable. They were fast and organized the next 2 visits. They have a few blends of coffee to choose from, a long list of caffeinated and decaf teas, and lots of baked goods and pie. I tried the chocolate banana bread and it was great (and reasonably priced for a cafe at $2.35), I've heard the cruffins are amazing but they've been sold out when I go late afternoon. Usually my go-to in the area is Timmies, this is slightly more expensive but I think I'd prefer to go here. Definitely not super cheap but not outrageous either. Lots of indoor and outdoor seating. They do have a lunch menu with soups/salads/etc but I haven't tried it. read more

See all

Very good quality and a great business to deal with. Stop by for a coffee and a goodie. Well worth it!

Great quality, savory pastries (spinach pie, sausage rolls). Coffee and chai lattes were nice and not overly sweet, and shop ambience is warm and fun. read more

The cruffins, sandwiches and coffee are worth a visit. Great place to sit in or take out. read more

Black Walnut Bakery Cafe - Desserts Near Me - London, Ontario

the muffin was so good, the chai was decent! crazy busy place, super cute study spot if there's a spot it seems :)

I really enjoyed this bakery as a breakfast spot. The food and coffee are really great. There are these "sunny side up" buttermilk scones that are absolutely delicious. My partner also got a frittata that he devoured. Highly recommended as a bakery. Unfortunately, this wasn't quite what I was looking for in a spot to work and have a meeting. As others have pointed out, there's no wifi. Or outlets. It wasn't what I hoped for in a mobile workspace, but it was good for a meal and a really delicious iced chai. It's likely by design, as mobile workers park and sit (but also spend money? I guess it's just not their target demographic). If they had wifi and power, I would probably live here, ha. If you're coming here to work, study, or have a business meeting, you'll be disappointed. If you are coming here to pick up baked goods as an occasional treat, you'll come away happy. read more

When it comes to eclectic café's, this one is tops. It was a great day off for Victoria Day, and the weather was absolutely beautiful, so a friend and I came here to sit and have brunch and catch up. Knowing it was a holiday, I did expect it to be busy when we walked in, but there was a table we were able to grab in the café, and the patio was open as well. We walked to the pastry case area where all of the delicious pastries, and salads were displayed. So much to choose from, they had cruffins, breakfast scones, three different kinds of quiches and so much more. I ordered the mushroom and goat cheese quiche, and a café au lait with one of their medium roast coffees. They are all made in house, as well as the coffee is roasted in house as well. The prices weren't that bad either. We had found our seats and the baristas brought our food and drink once it had been prepared, and someone is always ready to help you when you're ready. The mushroom and goat cheese quiche was delicious and the crust was flaky and buttery. The quiche itself tasted amazing and the goat cheese complimented the mushrooms. I had ordered the 16z café au lait, and the flavour of the coffee was mild and smooth. The café itself was busy, probably because of the holiday, but you could find yourself getting lost in whatever you're doing and have a decent conversation with whomever you're with. it wasn't loud at all. It's a wonderful place to study or read a book and enjoy a nice cup of coffee and a delicious pastry. I wonder why I hadn't come sooner since I live fairly close to here! read more

Black Walnut is a really cute cafe. The lemon squares are, by far, my favourite thing to get there. Also, definitely try the cruffins; they're unique and delicious! In terms of drinks, the coffee is great but I typically get the chai latte. The staff are super friendly and the atmosphere is comfortable. Also, the ice cream place next door (Haven's) uses their coffee beans in their coffee flavour so it's actually caffeinated and really tasty! read more

Black Walnut has reliably high quality pastries and coffee. Their service is always warm, and their restaurant is always cozy.

The owner was terribly rude asking to switch spot from a nice table with two people to ask to swap to bar stool near the entrance door with cold winter air blowing in every time people coming in and out. Probably shouldn't ask any paying customers to swap around just so she can maximize her greediness. read more

I really love this place! The coffee is great and the food options are pretty decent. I understand it is a cafe, but I think if it is was possible to expand the options there are for lunch or even dinner would be ideal! I have ordered sandwiches from here a few times, and the insides are different, but the bread tends to be the same. There also isn't a whole lot of complexity to the sandwich - which is good when you want that, but sometimes you want something real hardy. Possibly putting up some umbrellas outside on the patio would be great too! There is tonnes of seating out there, but it's pretty warm - especially with the black furniture. If i had to recommend something, I would get the Latte with a Ham and Swiss! It would be great if there was a little side dish of sorts... I guess you could get a yummy butter tart as a side! read more

Not a lot to say that I haven't already said about the Wortley Road location. I was very excited to see my favourite cafe open a second location, and this one trumps the first in a few key areas: larger, roomier interior; larger outdoor seating area; slightly more relaxed; the vibe is a little younger, a little more chill. The only small downside I noticed was that the outdoor traffic noise is louder than in the Old South village. Having said that, I love the new Richmond Row shop. read more

To be honest this place gives a good vibe, gives a very millenial vibe. A good place to go on a date and have a cup of coffee. The outdoor place is a legend during the summer is all j can say. read more

What can I say? An established and wonderful local cafe is moving up and taking London by storm! We're all better for it! read more

Black Walnut Bakery Cafe - Beautifully made latte! - Desserts Near Me - London, Ontario

See all

I really enjoy the variety of hot beverages they serve but what is the real star and worth the trip early in the morning are the cruffins. I'm a later riser so I miss them from time to time as they sell out early in but if you get the chance, get a cruffin. Get five. No regrets read more

Came here for a quick lunch one day when I was short on time. Seeing all the 5 star reviews, I came with high expectations. Nice place with good fast service. There was however a somewhat pricey menu with a relatively small food selection though. Had the beef pot pie, which tasted no different than the frozen ones you get the supermarket. read more

Great spot to sit down and enjoy a cup of coffee. Hours aren't the best, they usually close early on weekends. They have a great selection of baked goods that are worth a try. read more

Black Walnut Bakery Cafe - Cafe au lait topped with cinnamon. Great taste and super affordable. - Desserts Near Me - London, Ontario

Very good dark coffee, lots of excellent desert choices, friendly staff, outdoor area is great in the summer

Ok so I love the black walnut, I've come here a million times with friends. It's great. But I'm only giving it three stars because of one thing. No wifi. Hello? It's 2017. I came here alone because I'm waiting on a friend who's at an appointment. I paid for two hours parking, I ordered food and a drink, sat down and went to connect to wifi. Went up to ask for a password etc. And the response I get? "oh we don't have wifi, we are trying to promote the social aspect"... Lol what? I'm alone, first of all. I'm not the only person who comes alone to a coffee shop. I get that we all need to disconnect from our phones and socialize. But really? I feel angry actually. I should have a choice. It was such a turn off to be honest. Get with the program black walnut. read more