12 Of London’s Most Instagrammable Cafés
Get your phone at the ready and prepare to get snap-happy inside one of these Instagrammable cafés. From the sleek interiors of Abuelo in Marylebone and Covent Garden to the visually stunning pastries at Mahali Bakery, we’ve rounded up the most Instagrammable cafes in London.
The Monocle Cafe
For a quaint, aesthetic London cafe experience, look to The Monocle Cafe. Its cute monochrome exterior makes for the perfect backdrop to any Insta story setting. Pair that with a cup of coffee (topped with latte art, of course) and perfect pastries, and you’ve got an Insta recipe for success.
Where: 18 Chiltern Street, W1U 7QA
Website: www.cafe.monocle.com
Pophams
This one’s technically a bakery and restaurant, but when it’s this cute, how could we not include it? Founded by Ollie Gold, Pophams has quickly become a London institution when it comes to the flakiest pastries. You can literally count the lines in the pastry puffs. Grab a selection of your favourites, pair it with a cup of coffee and sit in for a late morning of people watching.
Where: Various locations
Website: www.pophamsbakery.com
Feya
Blending founder Zahra Khan’s love of art and food, Feya is an Instagrammer’s dream. Since opening up in 2018 after Zahra graduated from Gordon Ramsay’s culinary academy, Feya has since grown and now consists of three stunning cafes across Bond Street and Marble Arch. Each has its own distinct personality filled with everything from cherry blossom trees and florals to picture-perfect cakes and patisserie.
Where: Various locations
Website: www.feya.co.uk
Cafe 1922
For a spot that perfectly blends sleek, aesthetic interiors with the most visually stunning pastries you’ve ever laid eyes on, head straight to Cafe 1922.
Located just a stone’s throw away from Chelsea’s bustling Sloane Square, this cafe by day and small plates restaurant by night is geared up to cater for every occasion. In need of a mid-shop pick-me-up? Head over for a coffee and a rhubarb and ricotta pastry. Looking for evening plans? Pop in for natural wine and copious small plates.
Where: 54-58 Lower Sloane St, London SW1W 8BP
Website: www.cafe1922.com
For a spot that perfectly blends sleek, aesthetic interiors with the most visually stunning pastries you’ve ever laid eyes on, head straight to Cafe 1922.
Grind
Our favourite collection of Melbourne-inspired coffee houses, Grind, now have multiple venues to its name. Each offering something slightly different (but always with perfectly made coffee in trademark red cups), they put the ‘cool’ in caffeine. You can usually spot them a mile off, though, thanks to their trademark neon lights.
The slightly bigger venues with kitchens serve an all-day menu, so you can take your laptop, load up the wifi and while away the day. Visit later in the evening and get your espresso in martini form.
Where: Various locations
Website: www.grind.co.uk
Jolene
This list would feel somewhat incomplete without the honourable mention of Jolene. With sites all over now, it is undoubtedly one of London’s most beloved and Instagrammed spots.
Famed for its delicious selection of pastries and iconic branding, it was well worth paying Jolene a visit, even if it is just to capture a pic for your next Instagram dump.
Where: venues across London
Website: www.jolene.com
Biscuiteers
Not only does Biscuiteers sell a wide range of mouth-watering biscuits, cupcakes, and macarons, but the outside of the boutique will have you rushing in front to pose for a pic. The black and white exterior notably stands out against the red brick row, making it one of the most recognisable cafes in London. If this wasn’t convincing enough, this Instagrammable cafe in London also offers icing masterclasses- where you will leave with lots of tips and treats.
Where: 194 Kensington Park Road, London, United Kingdom W11 2ES
Website: www.biscuiteers.com
Abuelo
For those of you who really appreciate a good, strong, Australian coffee, Abuelo is the perfect billing. From iced lattes through to decadent matcha cold foams, they are truly serving up some of the best drinks in town. And, of course, it also has the Instagram-worthy interiors to match.
With two branches spanning Marylebone and Covent Garden, it’s a must-visit for those of you who appreciate a good coffee, with an even better view.
For those of you who really appreciate a good, strong, Australian coffee, Abuelo is the perfect billing.
Where:7-11 Cavendish Pl, London W1G 0QD / 26 Southampton St, London WC2E 7RS
Website: www.abuelo.com
Milk Run
Another spot with a cult following, Milk Run is the jewel in Balham’s crown, and is fully deserving of all the hype. I’d argue that few pastries are prettier than the ones being served up at this South West London spot, and the interiors, of course, aren’t half bad too. This spot is known for being notoriously busy on the weekends, so I’d recommend getting there early to secure the goods.
Where: 16-18 Ritherdon Rd, London SW17 8QD
Website: www.milkrun.com
Mahali Bakery
Another spot where you can guarantee a queue that wraps around the building on any given weekend, Mahali Bakery is a Battersea favourite. Founded by Ru-Yan Foong and Miguel Jocson, two pastry chefs who cut their teeth at the likes of Ottolenghi, The Fat Duck and The Langham Sydney, the bakery has quickly become one of South-West London’s most talked-about openings, and its bright, airy interiors are just as much of a draw as the pastries themselves.
Where: Ground Floor Retail, 24 Battersea Park Rd, London SW11 4HY
Website: www.mahalibakery.com
Farm Girl
Photogenic as well as delicious, Farm Girl is a bright and casual spot for both Instagram and health fanatics alike. The cafe offers a wide range of holistic dishes that use quality, organic ingredients. Another plus- the spot is doggy-friendly! So, bring your four-legged pal and enjoy the cool ambience after a busy day in the city.
Where: Various Locations
Website: www.thefarmgirl.com
EllaMia
Pink, pink and more pink. That seems to be the overall theme of the gourmet breakfast eatery EllaMia at St Martins Lane Hotel and, quite frankly, we’re all on board. Brushed gold accents, subtle floral patterns and dusty pink hues fill the interiors and also transpose into the food and beverage scene. Seriously, just look at those gorgeous lattes.
From savoury snacks to sweet treats, protein shakes to coffee and Mariage Frères tea, EllaMia allows you to indulge your sweet tooth in a sophisticated craft coffee shop by day. By night, tuck into wine and focaccia over candlelight in one of the most Instagrammable cafes in London.
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Where: 45 St Martin’s Ln, London WC2N 4HX
Website: www.sbe.com
