We went nuts while staying in Notting Hill, getting pastry breakfasts every morning. Every morning…read morea different bakery. I liked Fabrique in theory but their options were very roll-heavy and they weren't very distinct. Walnut might have been my least favorite and cinnamon my favorite but honestly it was hard to tell. We also had an almond roll and a cardamom roll.

Great spot for a casual yet high quality pastry in Notting Hill! I highly recommend the walnut bun…read more I would definitely come back the next time I'm in Portobello to try their espresso drinks too! Everyone here is super friendly and they don't rush you at all.

Expectations met! Just needed a place to chill with 5 of us after arriving on international…read moreflight, on Boxing Day. This was open and operational! Very nice people working with menu limited to display. But it worked great. Clean, nice service, friendly.

On a hot summer day, nothing beats air condition and a refreshing drink. This coffee spot has both…read more I enjoyed the matcha refresher and the orange almond cake. The customer service was on point. Treat yourself!

A very underwhelming experience. This was a highly rated coffee place near Portobello Road Market…read more I went there with my family members and we ordered two single shot espressos and one latte. The service was quick but lacklustre. The espresso drinks were not strong and tasted like they had been watered down. The latte was okay. Not very memorable but okay. However, what threw me off the most was the dirty saucer that was given to me along with the cup. There were old bits of coffee grounds on the saucer which stuck to my cup. It was kind of nasty and distracted me from enjoying the coffee. The baristas also seemed bored and distracted. One of them was sitting on the floor after he was done making my drink and he was just itching his hair. I was hoping he washed his hands before making my drink but I wouldn't count on it. My brother asked about their coffee deal, half off for a bag of coffee. They told him it was an old deal since COVID and they hadn't taken it off the board behind them. What a sad coffee place.

An independent coffee shop on Portobello Road. Quite nice with a warehouse chic to it. The coffee…read moreis okay, a bit too bitter for my taste but you can order different coffee selections if you like. You can also buy coffe in pre-mixed bags or mix your own favourite varieties. Definitely a recommendation for coffee aficionados!

Great selection of books and very friendly, helpful proprietor; it's a lovely spot a few steps off…read morethe main market road where you can find books on just about anything cooking related. I would definitely recommend allowing yourself some time there.

Ever scoured sites such as Amazon to find that perfect cookbook? Ever been disappointed when you…read morecan't find an out of stock cookbook that has the pumpkin pie recipe to end all pumpkin pie recipes? I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw this store, it's a foodie's paradise. There are some 8,000 recipe books filling the shelves from floor to ceiling on all manner of topics related to food: history, nutrition, art, chemistry and so much more. But here's the real attention grabber - at the back there is a reasonably priced cafe dishing up different treats from the 'test kitchen' which is devoted to trying out the recipes from the books themselves. Upstairs, too, they run cooking classes. So if you want to be the next kitchen big shot, look no further.

Bright and cozy, relaxing atmosphere, convenient location, friendly service, great tasting coffee…read more Basically all you could ever wish for a perfect neighbourhood coffee shop. Whenever I go into the shop it always seems to have a whole wall of panettone of various sizes. It has a great selection of pastries, chocolates and biscuits too. I stayed near Queensway during the past holiday season. Arro stayed open on Christmas day & New Years day, which was very reassuring for us since we cannot function without coffee. Besides the common espresso drinks, I'm also a fan of their specialty drink Arro Golden, a foamy milky espresso drink with biscuit and honey drizzled over (sounds strange but delicious).

A small coffee vendor with some food to go. It's very small…read moreand uncomfortable to sit in. It's best to think of this place as a kiosk from which you buy things to take away. There is one communal table at the back, where you could squeeze yourself in against a wall. Other than that, there are a few micro stools. The matcha latte tasted a bit weird. It's hard to tell why. It could be the kind of milk they used, could be the matcha powder.

A friendly, cosy place, a short walk from the Abbey Road studios in Nugent Place. Great coffee and…read morefood. Highly recommended.

Fantastic cottage pie - the best. Great service. A wonderful little cafe - full of good humour and…read morecharm. If you are visiting Abbey Studios it is a must - just around the corner - 3 minutes walk.

First Pie and Mash, was absolutely amazing. Had seen it on Instagram and forgot about it until my…read morewife and I walked upon it. Incredibly inviting staff and once again AMAZING! Only 5 pounds but cash only.

A little over 5 for a pie and a scoop of mash, and 2 can sodas, what a deal. Pies were all the…read moresame, and had beef in them. I got the parsley liquor (gravy), which was very strong on the parsley flavor. Next time I would get the brown gravy. Lady there has been making these pies for 34 years.

Went with a group to buy food at the local market 3 of…read morefriends went to get the seats, no greet just straight "drinks lady need drinks to sit" one friend already bought a drink and made us buy another 2 when the rest of our group came. And he said we needed two to sit but made us buy 3 and just stood there and watched us till we decided on Not the vibes couldve been nicer about it...

Mirco's orange VW van is something of an institution on Portobello Market. He pulls up under the…read moreWestway every Friday, Saturday and Sunday to serve the best Italian coffee. Tables and chairs are dotted around under a tapaulin and provide a great meeting place for locals and tourists alike. He also offers an ever-changing selection of delicious cakes and pastries, many gluten free.

The Orangery is absolutely gorgeous and such a lovely setting for afternoon tea. We tried both the…read moreclassic afternoon tea and the vegan option, along with Earl Grey and Darjeeling tea. Everything was beautifully presented, and we enjoyed the selection of sandwiches, scones, and sweets. The service was the only disappointment -- it wasn't as attentive or polished as we expected, especially for the price and setting. Overall, though, it was a good experience in a beautiful location and worth visiting while at Kensington Palace. Four stars, with one lost for the service.

My MIL and I had a lovely time having afternoon tea here! We had excellent service and the ambiance…read morewas quiet luxury at its finest. The food was delicious and filling enough for us to share. We also got to try three different tea blends (English Breakfast, Darjeeling, and Assam). Our lovely server also graciously took several pics of us inside and outside. I'd never been to Kensington Palace or The Orangery, but, if you're ever in London, I highly recommend you make time to stop by here and venture out on the grounds of Kensington Gardens.

Very good ambiance and great coffee. They also do have quite a bunch of options in pastries/baked…read moregoods. This place is not too far away from the tube station and very easily accessible by transit even if you have to take a bus.. The service was amazing and the barista were really friendly.. this was my second time visiting the coffee shop and I would definitely go back again when I visit London next time

Cute brunch place that got filled with brunchers easily at 9 am! Good thing I was able to snag a…read moreseat before it got busy. Ordered the vegan blueberry crumble pancakes which was really good! The stack of pancakes was fluffy and tasted a hint of coconut or banana (?) can't really tell but I'm guessing it's because of the flour they used. The blueberries were generous and I love the addition of the crumble. I ordered a side of bacon to contrast the sweetness. Unfortunately not a fan of British-style thick bacon but it was still good. I wasn't able to try their coffee but I saw they serve it in cute ceramic cups and they also sell some in-house fresh beans! *UPDATE: realized after seeing the £ conversion to $ that this place was pretty expensive