I wasn't sure what to order and they were super friendly and walked me through the menu and helped…read moreme decide. Ultimately I'm not sure I chose well, but if I was back in the neighborhood I would probably go there again.

The coffee is very rich and flavorful. This is the only coffee I drink now. I think everyone should…read moretry it at least once.

The farm's tea shop does the best breakfast I've had in the area…read more I went for poached eggs on toast with a couple of 'Speldhurst' sausages on the side. The breakfast menu is simple but the quality of the core produce is way better than anything I've tasted nearby - to date. I've also experienced a number of poached egg disasters at restaurants recently, but these guys nailed it. Hallelujah for the soft warm yolky loveliness... The service was great too - young and friendly staff who were happy to serve and help. I didn't get to see the lunch menu so can't comment on this, but I was also intrigued to learn that Masterchef finalist Chris Georgiou uses this place for a gourmet burger night which takes place from Wednesday - Saturday called Gastronomical. I'll be giving that a try for sure.

As a tea room-cum-cafe this place is a snap post walking nearby Trent Park. Sourcing ingredients…read morelocally is a plus. My first trip here I choose the vegetarian soup which was broccoli and Stilton while my wife also went veggie soup with their vegetable soup. Both hit the spot. Service was quick and friendly despite being busy. We'll be back! NB - Wednesday to Saturday evening the venue is taken over by Masterchef finalist Chris Georgiou with Gastronomical serving burgers and desserts. We will have to give that a go!!

This place is a gem. So good my husband has been coming here for almost 20 years. The outside is of…read morea quaint little cabin in the woods, and the decor inside follows the pattern; the walls, tables and benches are made of logs + plenty animal skins and kitsch parafernalia to match. There's also a fireplace, which I never saw lit but there's hope. The big boy's breakfast is their piece de resistance; *amazing* sausages, and the rest of the trimmings don't disappoint either. I especially love the tinned tomatoes drenched in their sauce, great to mop up with the generous pieces of soft, buttery bread you're given with your meal. Another great plus for me is the milky coffee; basically a glass of hot milk with what I believe it's instant coffee (I might be wrong here) but DON'T knock it till you try it. It's delicious and you'll probably order another. There's also cakes and other stuff, but I haven't yet bothered to try as the full english is so great. All the food is *very* reasonably priced. The main problem (to me, not to the café owners!) is that everyone knows it's good, and the cabin tends to get packed on weekends. It can be disappointing to travel all the way to Abridge to find that all the tables are taken + there's a queue or bikers who got there first waiting for the next 5 ones to vacate. It's not a big place, and during winter it's too cold to sit outside. The tables are packed together and communal, which it's not everyone's cup of tea. But the fact it's packed reinforces how good the grub is. Arrive earlier or later on the day, beat the crowds and give it a go! It's totally worth it.

I've been coming here for years - its one of the few remaining London caffs in the area, serving…read morefull English breakfasts and all the variations. Seats around 25 people with great prices and no gimmicks or frills!

This was my go to spot my entire vacation. The food was amazing! All freshly made to order. The…read moretraditional breakfast was a must have. Service was absolutely superb, I had no desire to explore the many other options in the area. This spot is a must do!

I often stop in here to grab a quick coffee on weekends when I'm heading into London. It's directly…read moreon the way to the train station, so it's quite easy to pop in. Plus the coffee is much better than the free stuff they give you at Waitrose. I'd much rather pay the £1.80 for a drink than get a crappy free drink. So yay for them! They also do breakfast and lunch, and I keep thinking we should try the breakfast out sometime, but we've never been in. But it always looks nice, and on the weekends there are always several people in there eating. The staff is always really friendly and welcoming when I come in as well.

Artisan can be a heaven for coffee lovers. Its funky decor with lights hanging off the ceiling as…read morepaperbags adds up to the modern atmosphere. We walked in on a Saturday to have a brunch, and were not disappointed. The service is nice, the staff friendly and polite, and what is most important, coffee is great and food quite tasty. They seem to also do coffee tasting workshops or barista courses. Anyway, worth popping in for either just coffee or food.

I know I always say that but this is the best coffee place! The vibe is super relaxed, with wooden…read morefloors and tables and bare ceilings. Very trendy. Great choices of cake and (my daughter beign gluten intolerant) they have a pistachio and rose gluten free cake that is to die for, so I am told as I had no time to taste! And now the coffee... Very tasty, just warm like it should be, just strong enough.. Really just fab... The tube journey I have to come here are going to become very regular for me :-)

Mono has the best coffee in London! I tend to visit various coffee shops (I am a Latin American…read morecoffee lover which is kind of a curse in London) and MONO is the best coffee I've tried. I would recommend the filter coffee (they change it daily...I think) or the V60 (more pricey but totally worth it!). Plus, if you are hungry...go try the lunch buffet which is AMAZING! The place is really cozy and clean! I hope you enjoy your visit!

Angelo and Rosa are just wonderful! After stumbling across…read moreBarrisimo about 6 months ago, I find myself there about 3 times a week for my coffee and have got lots of my colleagues in on the action too! (We might be addicted to this place!) Forget Starbucks and Pret on the high street - support independent stores like this! The coffee is amazing, and so is the food. Angelo and Rosa will literally make you whatever you want - if they run out of pasta, they will make some more up for you. They care about their customers, and it really shows.

This is one of my favourite little cafes in St Albans. It is run by an Italian family, who are…read morealways really friendly and make you feel welcome as soon as you step in the door. I had only been in there a few times before it was nice to see you again and do you want the usual?, so you can't fault them for service. The coffee is really tasty, and you get really nice amaretto biscuits with them. The food is delicious as well, and all freshly made that day. If you don't like what they've got prepared, they'll make you something else! They do a loyalty card as well, so you can earn yourself a free coffee if you go there enough. Possibly my only criticism is that is a little small so you sometimes struggle to get seating when its busy, but that just shows how popular it is!

Finally an independent coffee specialty cafe in Watford Hooray!!! And bloody great one at that too…read more The cafe is run by a lovely couple who are passionate about coffee and food. The cafe has that beautiful wooden floor finish, both in flooring and seating. They also have stools by the window if you want to watch the world go by. They have quirky lighting and lovely counter where you can see all that delicious food. Their are also framed photographs from the couple's worldly travels. I tried their Latte and I was in Heaven I had to sip that slow. I also had their festive porridge with the currents/sultanas on top, which was delicious. Their banana bread is to die for! Please get it toasted. I've also tried their homemade cake's which was a carrot cake and brownie which was lovely too. I also got to try their juicy, well seasoned sausage roll. They have an in and out pricing on their food it's roughly between £2-£5 but also do deals as well like coffee and bacon roll £3.10 from 8am to 11am. They have a corner where you can pick up flyers/leaflet of local events, and also a independent coffee magazine. The the also provide daily newspaper, and free wifi Its medium in size, so when it is packed, they do encourage you to share tables. The staff are friendly and have great customer service. I love the atmosphere in here, they have a really good playlist and love the fact that it gives a little bit of London in Watford.

The team at the shop is friendly and welcoming. I was greeted with a smile and a warm welcome. The…read moreshop is inviting and it's easy to sit back and relax while you enjoy your coffee. There isn't anything else like it in the area. It's a nice place to unwind or catch up with friends.

This is a quick walk from Kilburn Park underground! It's one of the best bakeries / coffee spots in…read morethe area! They have pastries, cakes, sandwiches, and scones! I've ordered almost everything here and have loved everything! My favorites have been the sausage rolls, scones, and almond croissant!

This was hands down, my best fast breakfast during my trip in England! Stumbled onto this lovely…read morecoffee pastry shop before heading to watch the changing of guards at the Buckingham Palace, so wanted to get a quick meal before diving into the crowds. The barista and coffee shop staff were so patient and nice - especially when I inquired about ingredients in the pastries and asked to have my Spinach Ricotta Roll heated. Overall it was a great experience - good food, good coffee, and exceptional service. Food-wise: we got a spinach ricotta roll and a custard croissant - and loved both. The spinach ricotta roll was a perfect combination of your comfort hot breakfast with egg + spinach + cheese, plus the flaky buttery outer-layer of a croissant. There was also a bit of spicy kick to it - which I loved! Remember to ask for it to be heated. The custard-filled croissant was also heavenly creamy, with the buttery outer-layer of a croissant, this can be enjoyed at room temperature. Drink-wise: we got a Americano and a flatwhite, which were both really good and hot - definitely woke us up for the early morning / jetlag, which helped prep us for day! They also had some nice tables inside the coffee shop to sit and enjoy your food - so it's also a great place to bring your laptops to. Overall - nothing helps more to start a great morning like a great breakfast, and I think this place had the magic that turned our cloudy morning into a great sunny day - would definitely revisit when I'm back in the UK!