Local interest in Croydon

“What a place. Small, friendly, cozy, with lovely food served by lovely people; incredible value for money too!”

“one of the best peri peri chicken I've ever had!”

“Le Bon Cafe, a popular spot for breakfast is an unsuspecting Moroccan restaurant which I have been meaning try. Finally went in but didn't try the Moroccan dishes as planned but will revisit again another time. To be fair, the Moroccan menu had a good range of the usual suspects like the tangine, pancakes and briwat. It seems the breakfast is more popular possibly because it is cheaper than the Moroccan dishes. I had the American pancakes with salmon and scrambled egg which was how it should be. It was served stacked which was quite different and the pancakes were thick and soft unlike the supermarket ones which you can buy. Will return for the Moroccan dishes so I can compare it to the ones at Shepherds bush which are a third cheaper.”

“It was great the coffee was nice and the cake seems to be freshly baked when I came in”

“Can't beat Eddie's Cafe, it's simple honest good an excellent kind staff The breakfast is banging and alwasy served with a smile. We love this place”

“The atmosphere at FILTR was great, the coffee (my oat milk latte) was very smooth and tasty, it is great sustainably sourced coffee. I tried their coconut matcha latte on another occasion and I think they do coffee the best (I felt their was not enough matcha itself in the drink, but this may be personal preference). Seating available inside and outside, which is great to sip your coffee when the sun is out! Incredibly friendly and welcoming staff, great customer service!”

“Food is always fresh and tasty. The ladies are so friendly and welcoming. Definitely recommend this cafe!!”

“Met antipodean friends for dinner. Lovely food - lots of it - great lively atmosphere and fantastic service. So lucky to have this pub so near to us. Thoroughly recommended.”

“Pooja -Has been extremely helpful. I have come a long way from where I started. I was insecure about my teeth and coming here has really made me more confident about my teeth hygiene and getting back on track. I feel really motivated to continue on this journey and I’m very thankful for the specialist care and support. Pooja has been extremely helpful on this journey.”

“Samir cut my 5 year old's hair excellently. He had a bad experience previously at another barbers and so my boy was a bit nervous. Samir went above and beyond our expectations at putting my little boy at ease with lovely communication and so he was happy to have the full haircut inc clippers for the back and sides. Thank you very much Samir, we will definitely be back.”

“Excellent customer service. Cashier was very friendly, patient and helpful in helping us find what we were looking for.”

“Good place to live. Quick transport link to central London. Local shops and restaurants are closed enough.”

“Very positive experience while purchasing our new home. Quick in responding, clear in setting out expectations and kept us up to date on an almost weekly basis on what was happening. Thank you very much for your help!”

“We used Branching out for funeral flowers. The staff were so welcoming and helpful. We had some unusual ideas and they listened and gave advice and the drinks while we deliberated were very welcome! On they day of the funeral were were absolutely delighted with the flowers. They were beautifully arranged, vibrant and just what we imagined. They really brightened a very sad day for us. Thank you so much.”

“Food was delicious. The decor is beautiful too. I had the scallops for starters and they were cooked to perfection and the lamb rump for main was also nice. The drinks / cocktails were rather expensive for a Croydon restaurant but they were also pretty good. Portions are not the biggest to order some sides if you’re hungry.”

“Best Chinese in Croydon. The food is always so nice, really good flavours, always hot and fresh and such good value for money. Portions are always ample. The staff are always so friendly.”

“Due to an error, our food was delayed and we were given a full refund plus free drinks and a croissant. The staff were very upset about the error and bent over backwards to compensate us. I will definitely visit again.”

“Scrambled eggs, bacon, mushrooms and toast. Great food from local cafe”

“I recently stumbled upon this hidden gem of a café tucked away on a quiet side street, and it instantly became my new favorite spot in the city! From the moment I walked in, the cozy ambiance enveloped me—soft lighting, plush seating, and the irresistible aroma of freshly ground coffee beans wafting through the air. The baristas are true artists; my latte came with intricate foam art that was almost too beautiful to drink (but I did, and it was perfection—rich, velvety, and perfectly balanced). The menu is a delightful mix of classics and innovative twists: I opted for the avocado toast with poached eggs and a side of their house-made granola parfait, and every bite was fresh, flavorful, and made with high-quality ingredients. What really sets this place apart is the attention to detail—the friendly staff remembered my name on my second visit, and they even have a rotating selection of local pastries that are baked daily. Whether you're grabbing a quick espresso or lingering over brunch with friends, this café nails it every time. Affordable prices, impeccable service, and a vibe that's equal parts relaxing and invigorating. 5 stars without hesitation—do yourself a favor and go! ☕✨2.1sFast”

“Visited a couple of times since restrictions were lifted. Very professional service with staff attending tables to take orders regularly. Definitely London pricing, cocktails will set you back £9.50+ a pop but they are delicious and pack a punch. And the food!!!...I had the hake, partner had the bone marrow burger - I have not had food that good since the Michelin starred Albert's Table closed down. Outstanding! You do need to book in advance and you only get 2 hrs per booking per day. Not all tables have heaters but vast majority do and 90% of tables are covered. On our 2nd visit the heater above our table wasn't working which was a shame because we would have stayed longer if it had been. A must visit for cocktail lovers and foodies alike.”

“Absolutely lovely welcoming place to go. Management and bar staff are so friendly. We’re from the North East of England and we were made to feel so welcome. Food is great too. The bar has a nice outside seating area perfect for the summer months. We look forward to visiting whenever we’re in the area.”

“So cute and fun! Lovely landlady and cat - we had lots of fun chatting”

“Lovely spot for a Sunday Roast. Took the Misses and some mates here a few weeks ago and the grub was very good and very reasonably priced too. One of the best roast spuds I've had in a pub. Guinness was up there with some of the better pints I've had. Not a massive fan of the inside of the pub, bit like a sports club I prefer more of a dirty old mans boozer, but it has a cracking beer garden for the sunny days. I'd return for a summers sesh on the ciders.”

“Excellently run garage and fair prices with some parking space. Nice chap running it (Dave), and extremely knowledgeable, he gave me good advice while carrying out my MOT. He even agreed to do it before 8am when the garage opens so I'd be logged in at work on time. I have recommended them to my friends and family as it's rare to find an honest and trustworthy mechanic these days! Cheers Dave!”

“Brilliant staff! friendly, efficient and skilful! Solved our Jeep problem when the main dealer couldn’t. Can’t speak too highly about them.”

“Great, professional service at a very reasonable cost. The parts needed for my van were, luckily, in stock, which meant I didn't have to wait long to be back on the road again. Excellent service, and highly recommended.”

“It is refreshing to find a mechanic who knows what he’s doing, is quick and is honest in the process. I took it to another mechanic who told me seat was fine when it wasn’t, that the bearings needed changing when they didn’t and who quoted me more to do brakes and pads….. I think no more needs to be said.”

“I have been going to the Retreat for many years. Sarah and the staff are so friendly, they make you feel welcome and at ease. The treatments are great, the monthly offers give a chance to try out new things. Sam usually cuts my hair but during her Mat leave Sarah has organised super cover stylists. I will be happy to see Sam when she is ready to come back. Thank you for all you have done to make the salon ‘Covid secure’ I really appreciate your efforts.”

“Cathy is lovely! She did an amazing mani and pedi for me, has a beautiful clean salon and it was very good value for money. I highly recommend and will definitely go again soon!”

“Really helpful and informative Proper old school customer service Special thanks to Tom for getting one of his engineers to help me problem solve an old extinct stopcock! Highly recommended First class”