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Had a hour to spend at St Pancras for a Eurostar and found this adorable shop for a quick bite. The interior looks straight out of a barbie movie and the selection includes cakes, bagels, and the most pink you'll ever see of a coffee shop. Seating was simple but the menu was extensive. Service was like Starbucks, they call your name when your order is ready after you order and take a seat. The coffee was good and the food helped me get through the day. However my only complaint is that the serving size for the coffee was small relative to the prices, but then again you're probably here for the Instagram more than the food. Still, it's definitely a spot to visit when you take the Eurostar which is a short walk away.
Super cute place with really fun pastries! I got this really fun and delicious strawberry croissant cube and another chocolate croissant thing! The teas and coffees were also really good. It was a little overpriced but worth it for a treat! I only stopped in and got things to go but they do have places to sit and order! I stopped at two different locations and loved everything I tried!
This place is so magical! I saw the pastries in the window and immediately wanted one they all looked fabulous but once we got in there it was so freaking cute like a giant Pink carousel flowers on the wall and candy hearts on the downstairs walls... Well I thought we were just going to grab a pastry but when I saw they had an adorable dining room we decided to dine in and it was probably one of the best meals ever! I started off with a pistachio latte and they made me a cute little bear design on it which stole my heart and it was delicious. I had the eggs benedict which was probably the best eggs benedict I've ever had it was cooked to perfection and the egg yolks were so dark orange and out of this world like we don't have eggs in the US like this at all. The plating was gorgeous! The service was great as well. I also took a pastry to go which was a round croissant looking one but it was stuffed full of caramel and I didn't realize that it had so much caramel in it when I purchased it it was super sweet and decadent. Easily the best meal I had in London. I was really excited to see they had a kiosk in Heathrow airport so I took some to go home with me as well!
EL&N is a must visit if you love Instagram worthy places and anything pink! The interior design is a lot of fun and bright color and the staff and service are all friendly and quick. I ordered two drinks to try - one of the tea refreshers and a pink latte and for my meal I ordered the eggs Benedict. My only complaint is for the outrageous prices they charge the serving sizes could be a bit bigger. My tea was 3/4 ice and barely any tea. While it was good I don't think I'd return for the food alone. The coffee also was a bit lackluster and I wasn't a fan of the taste ( it was very earthy ) If you're looking for a place to come take some nice photos and grab a snack then this would be worth a visit but for a sit down brunch or meal it left a bit to be desired.
Cute place. Very pink! We were hoping for classic tea time but unfortunately this isn't it. It is a very nice cafe with lots of yummy treats (mainly cakes), drinks, and even pastas and sandwiches. We had the club sandwich and bolognese pasta, both yummy. Latte is good but I felt like the ice latte was too small. It's quite pricey but to be expected from the area I guess. It's def a place to check out tho!
Great place! I was wondering around Harrods nearby and saw this cute cafe across the way. Very decorative and stylish interior and great presentation. Good ambience and music taste (pop). I got the chocolate croissant with powder sugar and it was so nice fluffy and warm. However, the waiter was just standing in the room across from me while I was eating which made me feel a bit self conscious haha but I know that is just what is job asks of him. Overall, great place to visit to do work or enjoy a nice snack.
Extremely underwhelming! This place only attracts customers because they are aesthetically pleasing, which makes for good Instagram posts. Do not be fooled by the pretty pink displays and useless garnishes. We were seated right away. We were given menus as soon as we sat down. We started off with an Iced Matcha Rose Latte and Biscoff Hot Chocolate. The hot chocolate was divine! The latte lacked sugar. They also brought us an extra drink, which we did not order. Thankfully when asked they removed this from the bill. We tried to order the Smashed Avocado Toast and Dutch Baby Pancakes, but the waiter said they were out of avocado and mascarpone. This was a lie! The other dish we actually ordered had loads of avocado and the table across from us ordered the pancakes too. There wasn't really anything on the menu that seemed appetizing, but we ordered the Open Omelette and Eggs Benedict. The omelette was bland and soggy. The hollandaise sauce on the Benedict was horrid. We tried to flag a waiter down for the salt and pepper, which arrived when we only had a couple bites left. This place was truly disappointing. I do not recommend.
The menu is huge! From teas, coffees, breakfast, lunch, and pastries. So much to choose from. Maybe a little overwhelming. Fabiana was our server and she was very attentive and sweet. My sister and I ordered tea and shared a strawberry tart. The place itself is sooo cute and very IG worthy.
A colleague and I were walking around after shopping at Harrods and we passed this adorable little cafe! The floral decor and the sweets right at the entrance caught out attention so we decided to have brunch here. It was busy but not so busy that we didn't get a seat right away. There's a carousel horse in the front on the way downstairs. We were seated on the main level in the back. Everything was so picturesque! ~ So "instaworty." I had the avocado toast with salmon and a latte and he had the strawberry cake. Both looked so good we didn't want to eat it. The toast had, I think pomegranates or dragonfruit, something, in it which I wasn't sure how I'd feel about it but it was sooo delicious! The taste lives up to the looks. Absolutely lovely place!
30 days ago
I'm always looking for a new coffee place and this one did not disappoint. I had the Alex coffee which was oat milk, espresso and a shot of maple syrup Yum. The food looked awesome as well. Service was fast and friendly and the ambiance is really cute, you can go alone and work or spend time with friends. It's a spot I will return to going to and from the train read more
3 months ago
For Valentine's Day or any day, EL&N Hans Crescent is a gorgeous PINK eatery, covered in hearts, carousel Pegasuses, flowers, and clouds. We had just had dinner, but popped into EL&N for dessert and coffee/drinks (and just to see the adorable ambiance and design inside!) I had the tiramisu, which was heavenly, and also a caramel frappe, which was basically like another dessert - but you can't put a caramel frappe on the menu and have me NOT order it. Both my coffee drink and dessert were amazing and hugely portioned - definitely recommend both of those. My travel companion had the Bogtrotter Chocolate Cake and one of the mocktail options (Sunrise Cooler). I got to sip and have a bite of her items, and they were also both very tasty! The mocktail was super refreshing. It was an orangey mojito style drink with mint. And the Bogtrotter cake (a wink at Matilda), was gigantic and decadent - easily shared between two people. They also offer actual food (mainly pastas and sandwiches), if you'd like to make your visit there to also eat lunch or dinner. Whether you're going for a meal, a bakery item, or delicious drinks, you'll have a great time if you're a fan of whimsical touches and PINK! read more
Had a hour to spend at St Pancras for a Eurostar and found this adorable shop for a quick bite. The interior looks straight out of a barbie movie and the selection includes cakes, bagels, and the most pink you'll ever see of a coffee shop. Seating was simple but the menu was extensive. Service was like Starbucks, they call your name when your order is ready after you order and take a seat. The coffee was good and the food helped me get through the day. However my only complaint is that the serving size for the coffee was small relative to the prices, but then again you're probably here for the Instagram more than the food. Still, it's definitely a spot to visit when you take the Eurostar which is a short walk away. read more
Super cute place with really fun pastries! I got this really fun and delicious strawberry croissant cube and another chocolate croissant thing! The teas and coffees were also really good. It was a little overpriced but worth it for a treat! I only stopped in and got things to go but they do have places to sit and order! I stopped at two different locations and loved everything I tried! read more
2 years ago
I can't believe I didn't take any pictures of this cute little restaurant. The only tip I can share is that you should definitely try the iced pistachio Spanish latte! read more
This place is so magical! I saw the pastries in the window and immediately wanted one they all looked fabulous but once we got in there it was so freaking cute like a giant Pink carousel flowers on the wall and candy hearts on the downstairs walls... Well I thought we were just going to grab a pastry but when I saw they had an adorable dining room we decided to dine in and it was probably one of the best meals ever! I started off with a pistachio latte and they made me a cute little bear design on it which stole my heart and it was delicious. I had the eggs benedict which was probably the best eggs benedict I've ever had it was cooked to perfection and the egg yolks were so dark orange and out of this world like we don't have eggs in the US like this at all. The plating was gorgeous! The service was great as well. I also took a pastry to go which was a round croissant looking one but it was stuffed full of caramel and I didn't realize that it had so much caramel in it when I purchased it it was super sweet and decadent. Easily the best meal I had in London. I was really excited to see they had a kiosk in Heathrow airport so I took some to go home with me as well! read more
1 year ago
EL&N is a must visit if you love Instagram worthy places and anything pink! The interior design is a lot of fun and bright color and the staff and service are all friendly and quick. I ordered two drinks to try - one of the tea refreshers and a pink latte and for my meal I ordered the eggs Benedict. My only complaint is for the outrageous prices they charge the serving sizes could be a bit bigger. My tea was 3/4 ice and barely any tea. While it was good I don't think I'd return for the food alone. The coffee also was a bit lackluster and I wasn't a fan of the taste ( it was very earthy ) If you're looking for a place to come take some nice photos and grab a snack then this would be worth a visit but for a sit down brunch or meal it left a bit to be desired. read more
1 year ago
i had the red velvet cake and it was delicious. the staff were super friendly. i loved that they had and outside, inside, and even a downstairs! read more
Cute place. Very pink! We were hoping for classic tea time but unfortunately this isn't it. It is a very nice cafe with lots of yummy treats (mainly cakes), drinks, and even pastas and sandwiches. We had the club sandwich and bolognese pasta, both yummy. Latte is good but I felt like the ice latte was too small. It's quite pricey but to be expected from the area I guess. It's def a place to check out tho! read more
3 years ago
Great place! I was wondering around Harrods nearby and saw this cute cafe across the way. Very decorative and stylish interior and great presentation. Good ambience and music taste (pop). I got the chocolate croissant with powder sugar and it was so nice fluffy and warm. However, the waiter was just standing in the room across from me while I was eating which made me feel a bit self conscious haha but I know that is just what is job asks of him. Overall, great place to visit to do work or enjoy a nice snack. read more
3 years ago
Extremely underwhelming! This place only attracts customers because they are aesthetically pleasing, which makes for good Instagram posts. Do not be fooled by the pretty pink displays and useless garnishes. We were seated right away. We were given menus as soon as we sat down. We started off with an Iced Matcha Rose Latte and Biscoff Hot Chocolate. The hot chocolate was divine! The latte lacked sugar. They also brought us an extra drink, which we did not order. Thankfully when asked they removed this from the bill. We tried to order the Smashed Avocado Toast and Dutch Baby Pancakes, but the waiter said they were out of avocado and mascarpone. This was a lie! The other dish we actually ordered had loads of avocado and the table across from us ordered the pancakes too. There wasn't really anything on the menu that seemed appetizing, but we ordered the Open Omelette and Eggs Benedict. The omelette was bland and soggy. The hollandaise sauce on the Benedict was horrid. We tried to flag a waiter down for the salt and pepper, which arrived when we only had a couple bites left. This place was truly disappointing. I do not recommend. read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
The menu is huge! From teas, coffees, breakfast, lunch, and pastries. So much to choose from. Maybe a little overwhelming. Fabiana was our server and she was very attentive and sweet. My sister and I ordered tea and shared a strawberry tart. The place itself is sooo cute and very IG worthy. read more
7 years ago
A colleague and I were walking around after shopping at Harrods and we passed this adorable little cafe! The floral decor and the sweets right at the entrance caught out attention so we decided to have brunch here. It was busy but not so busy that we didn't get a seat right away. There's a carousel horse in the front on the way downstairs. We were seated on the main level in the back. Everything was so picturesque! ~ So "instaworty." I had the avocado toast with salmon and a latte and he had the strawberry cake. Both looked so good we didn't want to eat it. The toast had, I think pomegranates or dragonfruit, something, in it which I wasn't sure how I'd feel about it but it was sooo delicious! The taste lives up to the looks. Absolutely lovely place! read more
2 years ago
The food was good but the service was superb! Our server, Libon was perfect! She was so kind and helpful. She was extremely attentive and provided quick service. She is a hard working and driven woman and worker. I would recommend this restaurant and Libon as a server to anybody! read more
3 years ago
Let me start off by saying this place is one of the cutest places I have ever seen. It's all pink, pink flowers, pink walls, pink decor, and pink chairs. The menu is huge there are so many choices for everyone. Whether you like sweet or savory there's something for you on the menu. There are many drunk options from coffee to teas to juices. We ordered iced vanilla lattes and they were great. Everything in the menu looked so delicious but we ordered avocado toast with egg and shakshuka. Avocado toast was good nothing big but the shashuka OMG to die for. They have a huge selection of desserts all decorated perfectly. We ordered a berry cheesecake it was very good. Ambiance was nice and the service was good. One complain I have the inside was dirty. Chairs had stains and wasn't cleaned well. read more
3 years ago
Found this place walking towards Harrods. PINK EVERYWHERE! Cool if that's your thing. The desserts on the window display caught by attention. Went inside for a coffee but ended have a quick sit down. All good was delish! Beautifully plated and definitely instagrammable as claimed. read more
3 years ago
So far my favorite in decor of the EL&N franchise. Pink Unicorns and Pink Sweethearts with Valentine's messages are dreamy, fun and wrap you in a fantasy of pink. The food offerings are the same as other locations and look like the diet of Disney Princess. I had the pink linguine and the alternative to a latte - a caffeine free, beet juice based, and pretty drink. As an American I found my first exploration of London interesting. I found the areas I visited to be demographically drenched with Middle Eastern influence - full of hijabs, niqabs and yes even the full outfit - the burka...this store location included. Actually at the time I visited this location I was definitely a minority. Just an observation including decor. There was also a purple haired girl with bust hanging out and her guy kissing all over her under the hearts; An instagrammer with short shorts posing with elation; and then me in my warm winter no frills ski jacket - dressed for touring and exploring areas I found interesting, beautiful and/or artistic. I hope this helps you discover more interesting and beautiful locations with artistically thought out food. read more
7 years ago
I absolutely had the best time at EL&N. My girlfriend told me she knew the best place to take me because she knew how much I enjoyed taking pictures. I am so glad she did because I couldn't think of a better place. What I loved most is the fact that you didnt have to pay to get in and take all the pictures you can. The backgrounds are so beautiful and I am having a nostalgic feeling as I am writing this. I would totally go back to visit in a jiffy. This place made me so happy. Showcased in my blog. Link https://urlzs.com/CmDpG read more
5 years ago
Loved the service, the food, the sapphire Latte! Beautiful and uniquely pink, EL&N is a must visit when in London especially this location due to it's proximity to Harrods! This is a dream for influencers, tourists and romantics! read more
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Pretty and pink! The latest opening of the Instagram favourite Elan Cafe team is in the most perfect spot possible for its blogger obsessed clientele, right across from Harrods. On two floors and very popular, with seating on both floors, however if you can't get a seat they have kindly made take away very accessible with a welcoming counter to at least be able to take your coffee to go in a stylish paper cup. And clever as they are they have even been so kind as to set up a couple Instagramable spots for photos no matter if you stay for coffee or not. This is after all a cafe for the new millennial age. But this in not a matter of style over substance. The coffee is good as are the pretty pastries. Everything is colourful and visually exciting, again it is all about the photographs but at least you can enjoy eating it after you have finished photographing it. The service too was very pleasant, surprisingly so considering the trendiness of the location. They will try and accommodate you even when very busy, however do expect a wait and a club like check in list at peak hours of the afternoon. All Elan cafes are pink, with floral walls and coffee quotes, but each one is different and varies a bit one from the other. The Knightsbridge cafe has a carousel theme with wooden horses upstairs and downstairs the candy hearts decorating the booths are of course all the better to decorate your Instagram feed with. At the end of the day it is all a lot of fun. read more
7 years ago
SUPER PRETTY & UNIQUE! This place has all the shishifoofoo a girl could ever ask for. The decor is adorable. The açaí bowl and pink bowl are so yummy. The English breakfast tea was also delicious. Can't wait to bring my daughter here!! read more
4 years ago
On the outside, this trendy little cafe looks like an adorable photo op for all of your foodography moments. It was pretty cute and artsy, but you can get a much better coffee, that isn't as overpriced anywhere else. I ordered the S'mores Hot Chocolate and the Lucky Latte. The S'mores Hot Chocolate came out too cold so the chocolate dome, did not melt. (It was not worth photographing). It was still yummy, but definitely not worth the price. Another thing, my waiter did not come to take my order the entire time I was sitting and seemed upset when I called her over to order, which kind of ruined the whole "pretty in pink" atmosphere this cafe had going. I am only giving 2 stars because of this customer service. Pretty on the outside, but not worth it in my opinion. Would definitely not be returning. read more
6 years ago
7 years ago
This would be 5 stars except for their staff. They weren't very pleasant or attentive. The server couldn't describe any of the drinks to me so she wasn't much help. I also witnessed a barista wipe their nose, sneeze and cough into their hand and continue to work without washing their hands!! However, the food and drinks were absolutely delicious. The blue sapphire drink is probably the best thing I've ever had. The atmosphere is beautiful and pink. So instagrammable. read more
This place was super cute. Like...an Instagram blogger's paradise. There are so many cute photo opps. The food is beautifully prepared, as well. I think it is a tad bit overpriced for the portion, the service was sub-par, but what you are really paying for is the experience! read more
7 years ago
I LOVE THIS CAFE! By far the best desserts I have ever had in my life! The Saffron cake was delicious.. My experience at this restaurant made me fall in love with the city! The servers were very friendly & the ambiance was definitely worth the flight from Miami! It's so hard to find restaurants that have great scenery & food! Add this place to your bucket list! It's a foodbloggers dream! read more
6 years ago
Came here to check out the over the top decor, but stayed for the yummy deserts and coffee drinks. The service was friendly snd the prices were reasonable considering the neighborhood and decor. read more
6 years ago
If you are in the area and looking for a coffee shop, this is IT! Super cute and the staff was very attentive. They have a pretty extensive menu of different drinks. I'd highly recommend the pistachio cake as well. Not only is it aesthetically pleasing, but it's also delicious! I'm only docking a star because they were out of a lot of their cakes. read more
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42 Hans Cres
London SW1X 0LZ
United Kingdom
Chelsea
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020 7052 0130
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