Cafes in London

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London is the gastronomic capital of the globe, according to France's most famous, and 19 Michelin Star decorated chef Alain Ducasse, not to mention the most important city in the world for restaurants. The local Londoners agree, an...Open the full description

London is the gastronomic capital of the globe, according to France's most famous, and 19 Michelin Star decorated chef Alain Ducasse, not to mention the most important city in the world for restaurants. The local Londoners agree, and have recommended some of their favourite places where they like to practice eating out more than in. From the humble street food, to the Cinnamon Club's 'Bollywood burner', to the 3 Michelin Starred Ducasse Truffle Degustation Menu, this city allows culinary indulgence of astronomical proportions.

Borough Market

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Cripple your friends with jealousy

Borough Market

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If food makes your world a brighter place then it’s time to hot-foot it to London's most renowned food market. The edible delicacies at the bustling Borough Market will make all of your dreams come true. And more. There’s cheese, pestos, chutneys, breads, olives, sweets, fresh vegetables...the list is endless. Read more ›

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Brixton Village

International Food Labyrinth

Brixton Village

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For many years these markets fell on hard times, but recently Brixton Village has been restored to its former glory, and now offers an almost countless array of boutique restaurants, cafe's and specialty retail. These arcades are buzzing with activity all week, especially in the evenings, where hungry patrons browse endless international delights. Read more ›

by Chris

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Local Experience

Taste of Tooting Tour

Taste of Tooting Tour

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A taste of London's coolest neighbourhood: Tooting! Explore the area's rich cultural heritage through a tour of local independent food businesses. Meet shop keepers, restaurant owners and food producers whilst tasting the flavours that make Tooting so culturally diverse and exciting.

Prices from

30 GBP

Duration

3.5 h

Languages

English

Street Feast

Tastes with buds

Street Feast

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As an international melting pot of diversity, it comes as no surprise that London’s pantry is stocked with flavours and fusions from all of Earth’s lands as a result. Street Feast showcases budding chefs and restaurateurs, giving them a platform to share their gifts with locals who are only too happy to accept. Read more ›

by James

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Venn Street Market

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Something we all have in common

Venn Street Market

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This under-appreciated gem of Clapham is the 'corner shop' of weekend markets, a cozy and compact operation where compared to its larger counterparts a relatively limited choice is actually a good thing. Held every Saturday right beside Clapham Common, the Venn Street market's charm has established it as a necessary pit-stop for the Clapham locals. Read more ›

by James

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Whole Foods Market

Organic. Tasty. Hipster.

Whole Foods Market

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This place has quick and easy buffet style hot food suitable for lunches and dinners, integrated into a huge organic supermarket for any other bits and pieces you fancy. Eating here is a treat for the ego because it makes you feel so good about yourself – particularly with all the recycling options after you've finished! Read more ›

by Jennie

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Monmouth

The Bean Supplier

Monmouth

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If you want the best, you go to the source. Monmouth Coffee is supplying some of the best coffee shops across the capital and the reason is quite clear, they know every last detail about the bean they are providing. Read more ›

by James

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Local Experience

Taste of Tooting Tour

Taste of Tooting Tour

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A taste of London's coolest neighbourhood: Tooting! Explore the area's rich cultural heritage through a tour of local independent food businesses. Meet shop keepers, restaurant owners and food producers whilst tasting the flavours that make Tooting so culturally diverse and exciting.

Prices from

30 GBP

Duration

3.5 h

Languages

English

The Book Club

Younger sibling of the Queen of Hoxton

The Book Club

11

It's edgy and artsy place where the coolest people meet to a) have a nice meal b) have drinks c) play ping pong d) play snookers e) listen to wonderful live music f) dance after the best DJ-s. Menu has good variety. Prices are not the cheapest but I think this place's atmosphere is worth every penny. Read more ›

by Maarika

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E Pellicci

Iconic East End cafe

E Pellicci

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Make like a proper Londoner (and by that I mean a Cockney) and head to E Pellicci for a taste of the real East End. While the portions are cheap, tasty and plentiful, it’s the down-to-earth atmosphere and friendly service that the regulars truly love. Read more ›

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The Boundary

East London skyline!

The Boundary

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The Boundary Rooftop is the ultimate meeting place for everyone where you can feel and see Shoreditch at it's finest. It is one perfect first date location.. or for any occasion, really! Romantic and stylish place where time flies! Read more ›

by Maarika

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The Roastery

Antipodean Aromas

The Roastery

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Aussies and Kiwi’s have long settled in London and brought their contagious outlook on life with them. Their take on the café brings a freshness to this global obsession with the décor and mood given as much thought as the coffee itself. The local Clapham contingent touch base with their homeland by making The Roastery part of their daily routine. Read more ›

by James

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Regency Cafe

What's a Greasy Spoon?

Regency Cafe

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The humble greasy spoon, a small cafe or diner specialising in fried food, has been an institution in the UK since the 1920's providing nourishment for the hungover. Regency Cafe is London's finest and most famous example of such establishments and this well preserved 1940's Art Deco gem is still serving up all-day breakfasts today. Read more ›

by Chris

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St. Christopher's Place

Escape from the crowds

St. Christopher's Place

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Turning down a very narrow path (just after H&M) after Bond St. tube station you'll find countless restaurants and cafes, many shops including the likes of iconic British designer Mulberry and women's labels Whistles, Jigsaw and Reiss, traditional pubs and quirky independent stores. Read more ›

by Natalie

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London Borough of Southwark

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Slow walking view of the city

London Borough of Southwark

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It's my favourite, you can do it in 2-3 hours and see almost all the best sightseeing of the city. Easily you can pass at the Borough Market for the lunch, sit out of one coffee shop in front of the Thames, watch a show of artists and pop in the Museum of Modern Art, the Tate Modern. London Eye, Big Ben, London Bridge, Tower Bridge and others. Read more ›

by Antonio

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Local Experience

Drinks and Curry in Tooting!

Drinks and Curry in Tooting!

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Start off at Tooting Bec station, head off to one of my fave pubs, the Imperial Durbar for a drink for the group to get to know each other then check out the culinary and drink delights of Tooting and fave South Indian Restaurant.

Prices from

12 GBP

Duration

3.5 h

Languages

English

Lisboa Patisserie

Best Pastel de natas in London

Lisboa Patisserie

5

Great local bakery which has been there for what seems like years. My family have been going here since before I was born (so some twenty-five years prior). Stunning selection of baked goods which are both sweet and savoury. Best thing to get is a Pastel de nata. You won't regret it! Read more ›

by Jess

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Barge House

Fancy Breakfast in Bread?

Barge House

5

As its name suggests the Barge House is a cozy café/bar moored on the shores of the Regent’s Canal. A stroll down the canal is the pilgrimage of many East London locals that treat themselves to Breakfast in Bread; a unique twist on the traditional full English with all the favourite breakfast ingredients lovingly enclosed in fresh sourdough bread. Read more ›

by James

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The Big Chill House

Chill!

The Big Chill House

5

As they say themselves they are pretty much everything you could want for... delicious food and drinks, events, weekly amazing DJs, two-step dance floor, free Wi-Fi, all-year-round terrace and guaranteed good vibes! Read more ›

by Maarika

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Wild & Wood Coffee

The Communion of Coffee

Wild & Wood Coffee

5

Wood panelling, church pews and intimate spaces- you wouldn't be wrong for thinking they could turn water into wine at this hidden gem of a coffee shop. Serving up Monmouth beans, you know these passionate baristas have a true love for great coffee and it shows in the flat whites. Read more ›

by James

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Herman Ze German

Top Class Sausage 'our wurst is ze best'

Herman Ze German

5

It's quite hard to beat a sausage, no pun intended. The simplicity is the best thing about this place. Order from a range of top quality sausages, stick it in a bun (pastries and breads baked fresh on site) with some fried onions and a selection of sauces and you will leave with a smile on your face. Read more ›

by James

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The Ginger Pig

Best Sausage Roll in London

The Ginger Pig

5

Famous for their organic produce, this butcher delivers some of the finest meats London has to offer. This represents the UK farming industry at its best, where caring for the animals is no1 priority, and is reflected in the flavour. This is a true reflection of British produce. Read more ›

by James

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Delauney

Not Your Average Slice of Toast

Delauney

4

The traditional English decor here is a touch of class, littered with green brass bankers lamps, this place certainly attracts enough of them for breakfast. With more Financial Times and belt braces flapping about than in The Wolf of Wallstreet, the clientele here appears of a specific genre. Read more ›

by James

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London Landmarks Professional Photo Session

London Landmarks Professional Photo Session

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Sign up for a private 1-hour photo session with a professional photographer, and take home 15 captivating shots of you and London’s most famous landmarks: Big Ben, Westminster Bridge, Parliament, the London Eye, and a red phone box. Candid or posing, it’s up to you!

Prices from

21 GBP

Duration

1 h

Languages

English

Department of Coffee and Social Affairs

Best speciality coffee shops in London

Department of Coffee and Social Affairs

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Coffee lovers would rather spend 10 minutes queuing for Department's coffee than buying an ordinary Flat White at Pret or Costa nearby in the next 20 seconds. Coffee lovers like to drink great coffee even while on holiday, and for me the Department is worthy a visit. There are shops in Piccadilly as well, so no need to travel a lot :) Read more ›

by Titti

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Local Hero

Dreamy coffee in cosy Fulham

Local Hero

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As a local, this is a totally fantastic coffee shop which I hold in high esteem. The Local Hero is definitely my hero! Good quality coffee, good selection of food, quintessentially local feel (lots of locals families and couples come here) and you have a general feel of community! Read more ›

by Jess

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Fabrique Bakery

Fresh and Home made Bread and Pastries

Fabrique Bakery

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This bakery has turned part of it place to a little cafe. Delicious pastries and bread, with a few sandwiches to choose from. Outside seating, spacious. Next to a restaurant with good brunch. Vibrant neighborhood Read more ›

by Isha

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Waterstones

Books and treats!

Waterstones

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Waterstones is one of the leading book retailers in the UK. In most of their bigger stores they now ask local cafés to open in the upstairs of their shops. The food is always delicious and there's normally a large range of coffees and teas. All the ones I have visited have had friendly staff (as are the book sellers!). And there are books!!! Read more ›

by Ellen

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Tanner & Co

Brunch Big in a converted warehouse

Tanner & Co

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This historic area has a secret gem in Tanner & Co, who offer an all-you-can-drink brunch (booking essential) that's hugely satisfying and puts you midst their quirky restaurant (atyipical / retro / gymnasium style ... you have to see it!) and does not scrimp on your one-cost food and drink portions Read more ›

by Lisa

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Bake 麵包屋

Baked Asian goodies & ice cream!

Bake 麵包屋

2

Brilliant inexpensive Chinese bakery in the heart of Soho, which also serves tasty taiyaki (fish-shaped cakes filled with custard or red bean paste) and vanilla or green ice-cream in a taiyaki cone. Right round the corner from M&M World for anyone with an uber sweet tooth... Read more ›

by Isabelle

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Dum Dum Donutterie

'Healthiest' Donuts in Town

Dum Dum Donutterie

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Donuts and Cros (croissant donuts) that are baked and not fried!?! YES! Their famous Zebra Cros is yummy layers of chocolate, chocolate, and chocolate! The perfect treat for when you want to cheat! You can even special order Cros cakes! Read more ›

by Alison

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Private, Professional & Fun Photo Shoot in London

Private, Professional & Fun Photo Shoot in London

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Take home some extra special souvenirs of your time in London! Your personal photographer will capture stunning photos of you as you explore the city’s local charms, with memorable London locations as backdrops.

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23.27 EUR

Duration

1 h

Languages

English

Café Rafaello

Budget bliss

Café Rafaello

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As large as London is, finding a local café with the key ingredients of freshly prepared food, reasonable prices and (most of all) friendly service is rare to come across. Adjacent to Ravenscourt Park in Hammersmith, Café Rafaello fuses Polish and Italian influences into traditional British dishes that come in well under budget for their quality. Read more ›

by James

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Fleet River Bakery

Lazy Luncheon

Fleet River Bakery

2

I once rang up this place and asked them to make a lemon meringue pie for the following day as a request and they did. It was the best I've sampled in the City. The staff are accommodating, the salads are sensational and the daily hot special is usually an excellent lunchtime treat. Read more ›

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The Kati Roll Company

Curry Sandwich?

The Kati Roll Company

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The closest Londoner's can get to the authentic Kati rolls from Kolkata, India. These delicious parathas come stuffed with tender spicy fillings that melt in the mouth. The queues around lunchtime confirm its popularity. Read more ›

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Bar Music Hall

Belgian beer & other stories!

Bar Music Hall

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Quality drinks, food and atmosphere right there all under one roof as they say and let's not forget about cool live bands/disk jockeys who perform there regulary all night long. Pleasant place for every occasion and perfectly situated in the heart of Shoreditch. Check it out if you haven't already and try out some of those Belgian beers! Read more ›

by Maarika

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Kipferl

Stunning Viennese patisseries & coffee

Kipferl

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Locals love this place because it is a more recent addition to the Notting Hill family in the past couple of years. It offers Viennese coffee specialities and a wonderful range of traditional Austrian patisseries/cakes which are to die for. Nice open space on the market too, which is great in the summer! Read more ›

by Jess

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Coffee Plant

Organic local cafe with amazing coffee

Coffee Plant

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Located in the heart of Portobello Road, this coffee shop has been going on for years. It is a staple for all locals who live in the area (especially on market days). There is always a wonderful smell coming from the cafe as a whole. It is most popular for the breadth of coffee they offer! Read more ›

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Pembroke Lodge

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The perfect combo: cream tea and deer

Pembroke Lodge

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This is a real local gem where you can enjoy deliciously homemade cream tea inside a quintessentially British Georgian mansion, surrounded by nature and a jolly bunch of local deer. Summer is the season for a trip to this serene spot in Richmond Park, but any time of the year will offer new perspectives. Read more ›

by Babette-Scarlett

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Local Experience

Small-Group Tour to Bath, Stonehenge & a Secret Place from London

Small-Group Tour to Bath, Stonehenge & a Secret Place from London

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Join us for a wonderful day exploring the quintessential English countryside. Delve into the mysterious wonders of prehistory with a visit to Stonehenge, gaze at gorgeous Georgian architecture in the UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath, and find out what our special secret place is...

Prices from

94 GBP

Duration

12 h

Languages

English

La Fromagerie

This isn't the Tesco cheese aisle!

La Fromagerie

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Until finding this gem, I thought that to find a truly wonderful array of cheeses required a trip across the channel. This little business has grown and expanded over the years, and they now boast THREE cafes (in Marylebone, Bloomsbury and Highbury), and a truly delicious menu (inc. takeaway). They've gone way beyond simply fromage! Read more ›

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Bageriet

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Cosy Swedish bakery in the heart of LDN

Bageriet

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If the baked goods at Bageriet (bageri = Swedish for bakery) are not scrumptious, then I don't know what is! On top of that, the space is small but cosy, with both customers and staff usually on the super friendly side. A tiny little gem in the heart of the city and a great resting stop. Read more ›

by Babette-Scarlett

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Fu*koffee

Loud, fun, gently offensive coffee house

Fu*koffee

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Visit fu*koffee and expect busy illustrations all over the place, statement wall art, bitcoin terminal, slouchy sofas and great, great coffee! oh and it's dog friendly too, which only adds to the local popularity plus it's location is opposite a key Bermondsey Art Gallery Read more ›

by Lisa

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Mouse Tail

Amazing coffee!

Mouse Tail

1

The coffee here is delicious! The best in the area which is unfortuantely slowly being taken over by the big chains. It's a cute little coffee shop within the local library, so you can read to your hearts content while you drink. Lovely big wooden tables, and window seats to watch the world go by The food here always looks lovely too! Read more ›

by Charli

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Sampa Coffee

Where Brazil comes to London

Sampa Coffee

1

It is a special place because the owners have tried to bring the São Paulo vibe to London - and it has worked! Very open plan cafe, great staff, lovely food and brilliant coffee on tap. The location means that it has gained a local cult following with regulars often popping in for breakfast and lunch everyday! Read more ›

by Jess

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Beany Green Coffee

Bold, fresh & healthy food!

Beany Green Coffee

1

Located by Little Venice, this place has slowly gained a cult following. Tucked under the highway, this place is a little gem. Loved by locals because it allows you to relax in the heart of central London with a great view of the Grand Union canal. Great coffee, food options and also a later opening schedule - means it is a place not to be missed! Read more ›

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Il Pampero, Napolitea

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The Italian British afternoon tea

Il Pampero, Napolitea

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If you're excited about the idea of an afternoon filled with Italian delights, then this is for you! From creamy burratas to ricotta chocolate cannoli, this afternoon tea will not disappoint when it comes to sweet and savoury treats. Read more ›

by Babette-Scarlett

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Local Experience

Professional Photo Session at London Tower Bridge

Professional Photo Session at London Tower Bridge

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Enjoy a photo session with great iconic places, such as the Tower Bridge, Tower of London, the Gherkin, the Shard, HMS Belfast, City Red Phone Box, Shad Thames.

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12.50 GBP

Duration

1 h

Languages

English

Udderlicious

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Best Ice Cream in Islington!

Udderlicious

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In my opinion, Udderlicious is the best ice cream in the angel, Islington area! no bland flavours and there is a swing inside the shop! (also very aesthetic so good for photos) great for families (or dates) also cool drawings on the walls! Read more ›

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Shepherdess Cafe

Award Winning Burgers!

Shepherdess Cafe

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Situated on 221 City Road, this cafe serves perhaps the best Veggie Burgers (secret tip: add onions and cheese) in the whole of City Road and probably One Square Mile. Try their breakfasts and the burgers, and their lasagna is sure to give you a mouth-gasm! Icing on the cake? It is extremely pocket-friendly & its hosts are a bunch of great people! Read more ›

by Vishal

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Proud Mary's

Brunch like a local in Shepherds Bush

Proud Mary's

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Nestled in Shepherds Bush, Proud Mary's draws out all the locals on a weekend morning to enjoy their delicious brunch, artisan coffee and cocktails. They serve up a healthy blend of brunch classics including all kinds of eggs, granola and pancakes as well as house specialties. On a sunny day, you can sit outside and watch the world go by. Read more ›

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