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    Towpath Café

    4.3 (38 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Turkish eggs were delicious, everything here was very high quality and the seating is refreshing

    Holly L.

    Sweet little place in a peaceful setting on Regents Canal, but be prepared for a very limited menu and little capacity to accommodate substitutions. Coffee is great!

    Latte and granola with yogurt
    Jann G.

    One of my favorite places while in London. Located along the Regent's Canal, this place is perfect for sunny, warm days. You'll encounter people jogging, walking their dogs, or biking. It was a breath of fresh air from the hustle and bustle found in the city. Left fairly early to beat the lunch rush but when we got there, we took one of the last few tables in the uncovered area that lines the cafe next to the open view kitchen. Walked up to the counter and ordered two lattes, a cookie, granola, and over easy eggs served on toast. They only serve regular milk so be cautious if your lactose intolerant. We went up to get our lattes while the food gets served directly to where you are sitting. Lattes were good and the cookie tasted freshly baked. Granola came with yogurt and starfruit....it was delicious. Perfectly toasted and a good pair with the tartness from the yogurt and the fruit. Did not get to try the eggs and toast but from what I was told, it was one of the best things he ever put into his mouth. Eggs and toast sound so simple but I guess it can be so delicious at the same time. From what I saw, the bread looked toasted in olive oil and the eggs looked like they were cooked perfectly while the yolk spilled all over the toast after breaking it. I regret not trying it. As the space begins to get filled up, you may end up sharing your table which we did not mind at all because we got to have some good conversations with locals. There are also tables under a covered area in case it rains. Service is great here. Being tourists, we felt very welcomed. I'm definitely a fan and am still left feeling impressed with this place. The ambiance Towpath carried was one that I was craving for during a busy stay in London. Check it out if you're in the area!

    Lizzie S.

    Now, a place doesn't get more secret than this. Hidden away on the towpath of the canal, this is a perfect place to sit and spend the afternoon watching the water. I came here to try out their bownie but after hearing about the specialty coffee they did here, I just had to try it. It's from a little place just outside Milan and it's called Piansa. Smooth and mellow, if you take sugar in your coffee, you won't need it here. There is a small selection of mismatched tables and chairs for you to perch on, you can even watch the ducklings swim by! They even do a full cooked brunch and breakfast on the weekends - ideal! Now I have a few things to moan about, not enough for me to remove a star but stuff that should be said. It's a little pricey, £4.80 for a coffee and brownie. The brownie was a little too fudgy for my liking. And finally, they don't have a loo. You all know how I feel about that now! Just for the record, all the food they sell they make themselves, apart from the bread. Now that is impressive!

    Covered unit with communal tables
    Althrycon H.

    Quaint cafè situated right on Regent's canal. This joint is actually quite small with communal tables inside a covered unit and few extra seating along the path. Due to its popularity, finding a spot can be pretty difficult especially on weekends so be prepared to wait. Make sure to also plan ahead as weather can dictate your experience since majority of the establishment is exposed to the elements. I definitely liked how friendly and helpful everyone was. Both staff and locals alike certainly made us feel welcomed. Ended up getting a latte with an order of their fried eggs on toast. Coffee was good but food was out of this world! Who knew something so simple could be that delicious. Sure, it's just plain fried eggs on toasted bread but it was certainly better than most breakfasts I've had. Overall, Towpath Cafè is an ideal place to drink coffee and brunch with friends. Awesome ambiance, superb customer service and great drinks/food. Check this joint out especially on a sunny London day.

    Laura N.

    Location, location, location. (And of course deliciously cheesy toasted cheese sandos.) By now everyone knows that Towpath is *the* must-stop café along the canal between Angel and Victoria Park. (I never make it past Broadway Market, let's be honest.) As they don't do take-away cups, plan your adventure to include a short people watching stay at their long communal tables, order something fabulous off their rotating daily menu, and if you're lucky enough to get there in time, have a bowl of their daily homemade soup as well. Why not make an afternoon out of it? Unfortunately Towpath isn't as hidden as you would like on Saturday mornings right 'round brunch time, so unless you come early, plan on cosying up with your queue-mates and waiting a bit. It's worth it.

    Mit S.

    Working near Soho, I have access to a fantastic array of coffee houses all the time, so when someone who frequents the likes of Lantana, Milkbar, Flat White, Wild & Woods and Monmouth says this is the best coffee he has had for a while, it's worth a visit. This is the best coffee I've had for a while. It's definitely worth a visit. The staff are lovely too, and so are the cakes, not to mention the location on the canal towpath :)

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    I loved this place so much that I thought that if I keep my mouth shut may be it wouldn't get rather packed. But then I realised being selfish isn't worth and what makes this cafe so nice is also the constant coming and going of customers (as long as I can find an available seat). Located in Regent's Canal off Kingsland Road and not so far away from Broadway Market this is an outside cafe, with just a counter, a few tables, chairs and benches in a fabulous location. It's a wonderful spot not only to grab a coffe, but even to have a breakfast (definitely try the granola) or a very simple brunch (they got quiches and wonderful toasted sandwiches) while taking sun and reading your newspaper, or just knitting while watching kids and dogs play. I can't think in a better way to spend a sunny Saturday morning while drinking my latte. And if you're not that morning person you still can enjoy it as they are open for happy hours as well, and you can have a glass of wine during the sunset Like an enchanted place surrounded by little dwarfs and magical ducks this is definitely my spring/summer spot.

    Fried egg with mojo Verde
    Scott K.

    Fantastic little place tucked away on the canal north of Shoreditch. Great changing menu with seating right on the canal. Had the fried egg with mojo Verde and the imam biyaldi, which were both superb. Beyond the setting, the best part of this place is the staff, who are kind and incredibly friendly. Highly recommend for a quick bite to eat after a morning walk along the canal.

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    Very good and fresh surdough bread based open sandwiches. But they seem overwhelmed by their success !

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    Great canal side cafe, just what London needs more of!

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    Hidden away on the towpath of the canal, this is a perfect place to sit and spend the afternoon watching the water.

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    I am so disappointed that I have only just learned about this wonderful cafe!! I travel to London…read moreperiodically for work. On my last visit, a coworker told me about this little gem, which is not far from Lloyd's. It was a freezing cold day, I didn't have a coat, but I still went on the journey to Konditor & Cook. They have such a huge variety of cakes, brownies, and other sweet treats, along with coffees and other beverages. I got the lemon cake, which came highly recommended - it was amazing! I also had a hot chocolate (I don't drink coffee often), but my coworker had a latte and it looked good. This shop is now on my regular rotation in London...it's always a great day when you have cake for lunch!

    I always stop into Konditor & Cook on the back of the Gherkin for a little treat when I'm craving…read moresome good homemade food. I know they are typically known for their cakes but the lunches here give you quick access to homemade classic dishes. I usually get the enchilladas, chili con carne, fish pie (super good!) or one of the daily quiches. The menu changes daily and there is rarely a time I don't find something to drool over. If you go I highly recommend the Boston Brownie, Raspberry Chequerboard Cake and the Millionaire Shortbread from the bakery. My only issue: Take the mushrooms out of the Mac n Cheese! Seriously, who puts mushrooms in mac n cheese???

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