Café atmosphere in London

“Have popped in a couple of times by myself when working from home and wanted a walk/something different for lunch. Always very pleasant staff. Varied menu. Nice decor. Quick service (particularly one time when had forgotten I had an appointment to rush off to). Sometimes have special offers/menus. Not a coffee drinker but tried teas and other offers.”

“Great music, great atmosphere. For a blackman I did not feel out of place at all with my Serb wife. People from the Balkans are completely different from white brits. Much friendlier and welcoming.”

“Been a regular for years. Me and my family. Never disappoints. Quality for everything is priceless. We come all the way from Kent to eat here. Worth it.”

“I love coming here for their msemen. There’s a nice selection of sandwich fillings and pastries. Staff are also friendly”

“I happen to visit the cafe during hi team time. It is perfect place to relax with outdoor terrace seating in a warm and sunny day. The interiors are bright and inviting as well. The food is fresh with all European flavours to savory crepes . The cafe offers a wide choice of tea & coffee selection along with pastry & Ice cream to offer. The service was prompt and warmly anticipated.”

“Tried some starters for a quick lunch today. The sticky asian wings was yummilicious , the fried chicken tenders in lettuce even better and the nachos didnt dissapoint. Liked the cappuchino too.”

“This was my first time trying food from Laos and what an incredible meal it was. The pork neck was spectacular, the Lao style papaya salad super flavourful and the spicy chiken hot pot is the best soup I've had in months. The waitress was really good and honest recommending both the dishes and the quantity. We will be back for sure!”

“I recently visited this restaurant for brunch with my friend and had an amazing experience. The service was exceptional from the moment we arrived—everyone was friendly and attentive. As for the food, it was absolutely delicious. I had the Mediterranean breakfast with a refreshing lemonade, both of which were fantastic. My friend ordered the hot chocolate and couldn’t stop raving about how delicious it was. We also tried the pancakes with bacon and fruit, which were heavenly, and the Eggs Benedict were top-notch. The only downside was that it was a bit noisy, but that wouldn’t stop me from coming back. I also loved the thoughtful touch of receiving a little card with our bill that’s biodegradable and has seeds, so you can plant it—such a great eco-friendly idea. Without a doubt, I’ll be returning to try more of their dishes. Highly recommend!”

“This cafe carefully provides the very best tasting English Breakfast I have ever experienced. The presentation of which wouldn't be out of place in the best restaurants. They really care about their customers with happy smiling staff who take pride in every aspect of what they do. The cafe is immaculately clean and the prices are excellent value for money. I'd give it more stars if it was possible.”

“Great cafe, with delicious baguette, and a very big assorted menu at reasonable prices. Friendly staff, a nice place to stop for lunch, brunch or a snack”

“Wonderful warm welcome and service with a beaming smile! Top hygiene rating, to boot!”

“Sean and the team are just fantastic. Have visited the Café many times and its our go to place for lunch! Great food, great service and stunning location!”

“I visit Detour regularly. It's a lovely café with tasty, very well presented food. The coffee is delicious & the staff are all so friendly - I love having chats with them! 5 stars all round ⭐️”

“I’ve been meaning to visit for some time and it’s lived up to my expectations. I was greeted by friendly staff standing behind an impressive display of cakes and salads. I chose the avocado toast on olive bread and a flat white. My friend had a porridge. We both loved our food. We sat in the sunny courtyard. It was all round wonderful experience. I highly recommend Chris Kitch!”

“Lovely café with a nice range of lunch options. I was pleasantly surprised to see a dedicated kids’ menu – something you don’t come across often. Overall, had a really good experience and would definitely visit again.”

“Really good cafe doing American style breakfast but also other styles such as Mediterranean, English and caribbean. The portions are huge, food is delicious and service is so friendly. Be aware that the chicken wings in breakfast is very very sweet. If you’re not keen on sweet breakfasts, go for a more traditional breakfast. Love it here tho and coffee was good. This is a nice place for a fun breakfast outing on special occasions. I’m not a fan of the iridescent knife and fork but that’s minor !”

“Good little coffee shops with nice top floor and well decorated. Perfect place to relax and enjoy a coffee in piece. You’ll find a good selection of hot and cold drinks. Lots of sandwiches and pastries. Unfortunately no kitchen and no hot breakfast is served there. Stuff could be a little more friendly and welcoming. Service though was fast and we didn’t wait to be seated or to order. Good coffee shop I recommend”

“This is the best cafe I’ve been to, I’m comfortable here and the staff are so helpful and kind and most importantly patient and the food here are a great reasonable price for such a good portion. Tastes delicious too!! Absolutely nothing to complain about”

“Part of the St. Martin's Hotel experience, this lovely little Cafe is connected and situated next door. The ambiance is relaxing and chill. There is a nice selection of coffees as well as a small selection of baked goods and sandwiches. The cappuccinos that I had during my stay were delicious! The best part of the experience were the staff. Alex and Tetiana were outstanding! Their commitment to excellence and professionalism were amazing. They were personable, helpful and just very nice people. They were the main reason that my group kept coming back. The level of service was top shelf. When I return to London, I will definitely make a point to stop by Ella's Mia!”

“The vibe of the café was great and the music selection was on point. A staff member named Mahshid served me. she was super friendly. And honestly, it was the best English breakfast I’ve ever had.”

“The food was amazing. I went for the 8 items for £12. It was verrrrry worth the price. The food was good quality as well. I will definitely come again”

“Really tasty food & presented really well. Our server Mel was attentive & hard working. Loved the pink decor.”

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Fantastic café! Came here for breakfast and everything was perfect — the food was fresh, tasty, and beautifully presented. The orange juice was fresh and refreshing, and the staff were really friendly and welcoming. The place has a lovely atmosphere, great vibes, and is spotless. Perfect spot to start your morning or catch up with friends. Definitely coming back!”

“A fantastic café. Wonderful atmosphere. Welcoming and friendly. Fantastic choice of food and drink. Something for everyone. Waitresses are efficient and happy to serve. The café is very clean including toilet. Prices are affordable for great food nicely presented. This is a super café. Well worth a visit as you won't be disappointed.”

“Since new management it has been a treat to go there.. So helpfully, staff are great especially Mehmet, he makes you feel welcome and has such a great attitude. This will now be my regular go to cafe because of the tasty food, presentation and Mehmet of course.”

“Great food, especially the fresh baguettes and steaming hot tea. Very affordable prices. Nice community feel.”

“A delightful hidden gem of a cafe, great as both a working or relaxing space. Delicious selection of drinks and teas, and the service was wonderfully warm and friendly. Highly recommend!”

“Great coffee. Very tasty and quality food. I tried the salad box and it was amazing. My son had avocado on toast and brownie and he loved it. You can easily tell that it is also fresh. Staff is very kind. The price is affordable compared to some other coffee shops in the restaurant. Give it a try. I am sure you will love it.”

“Just had our first meal here and will DEFINITELY be coming back. As an Asian family constantly on the hunt for authentic food, we were pleasantly surprised to find this hidden gem. Our server, Maggie, was absolutely fantastic. Would highly recommend the beef pho - very large portion size and extremely flavourful. Extremely affordable prices and can’t wait to visit again.”

“So friendly and welcoming. The signature pistachio macchiato was outstanding. Well worth the visit, slightly outside the Grandmaster Palace. I'll definitely be back again”