Franze and Evan's is truly THE BEST!!! I had to go back 3x during my 3 day stay because everything was THAT AMAZING! This review is coming from a New York foodie, so when I tell you from the BLT to the pasta all was DELICIOUS, I'm not exaggerating. It's truly the restaurant that puts quality and presentation at the helm. I can't wait to go back or better yet open a spot in Brooklyn! read more

Yes yes and yes. The French toast and the cappuccino were off the hook. And sweet places attract sweet people- Had lovely conversations with other guests at the close-seated tables (both times I went) and it was all delightful. The f&e eggs dish my friend ate was tremendous in its textures and flavors, and the mushroom however prepared was otherworldly. Don't even hesitate to go. read more

Nice and very trendy coffee place in shoreditch. The cappuccino was good but the almond croissant I ordered was too dry and I was a bit disappointed. However, they have a pretty nice choice of cakes and pastries. read more

So I had an hour in between two meetings and I was starving! Yes I could have grabbed a salt beef bagel which whenever I'm on Brick Lane is the norm BUT I wanted eggs and I'm so glad a did! I want to my trusty Yelp app and there waiting was F&E a 2 minute walk away, bingo! I walked in and grabbed a table with ease. My first thoughts were 'how cute'. It's a lovely likle cafe, perfect for meetings (which many were having), perfect for working (which many were doing) and perfect for morning breakfast dates (which I was definitely listening in on - shhh). I scanned the menu and opted for the scrambled eggs with bacon on sour dough toast. I toddled up to counter and was greeted with the very eccentric Italian (I think) owner - he did by pass me to talk to a friend of his behind me for a couple minutes which was slightly irritating but hey he's only human and I know he didn't mean offence so... He continued to circulate the room, chatting to people as they came in and the regulars. It was nice - reminded me of my local cafe at home...smiles. Now to the food - the eggs were perfect. Creamy, buttery and just scrummy. The bacon was crispy, it was streaky bacon which I wouldn't usually opt for but it went down well. And the toast was toasty :) I had a really pleasant little hour break and would definitely go back to people/owner watch and munch on some eggs. Tips: the cakes looks amazing AND there's a Yelp offer on at the minute - free coffee with a cake. Winning! read more

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The carrot and courgette cupcake with cream cheese icing here changed my life. This is not hyperbole. The café itself is simple and unassuming. But the cake. Oh, the homemade cake... CAKE. CAke. cake. cake read more

Franze & Evans Cafe Shoreditch - The best cupcake in the world. Too good to wait to take a picture. - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - London, XGL

First of all, the atmosphere of Franze & Evans is very welcoming. There are tables lining the outside, and wooden tables crammed inside which are shared amongst parties. Though there were scattered empty seats for a lone diner such as I, I had to wait twenty minutes to be seated. I'm used to much longer waits than that, but I was peeved that I ended up being seated at a seat that was empty when I had first arrived. I was seated with a menu, but then had another fifteen minutes to wait before being acknowledged by a waiter. By the time I ordered, the couple seated ahead of me had already finished eating. Then, I was blessed with the opportunity to wait ten more minutes for water to come out - after I had to remind them. Luckily, not too long after came my open-face sandwich featuring spinach, smoked salmon, and poached eggs drizzled with hollandaise sauce all atop toasted sourdough. Needless to say, I was quite excited. I love thick cuts of sourdough. I love toasted sourdough. I do not love thick cuts of toasted sourdough which make it impossible to eat a sandwich and difficult to cut on top. The eggs were poached to perfection, and seasoned with fried prosciutto (a presentation as impressive as bacon bits - which is to say, not at all). The spinach was perfectly good spinach. The smoked salmon was perfectly good salmon. The hollandaise was very disappointing - not savory and somewhat watery (which I presume are symptoms of the same cause - not enough butter). Overall, Franze & Evans is a great spot for Instagram photos of well plated food and probably not much else. read more

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Best eggs I have had in a long time. From tuscany apparently. Cooked perfectly, all orange and runny and flavoursome in the middle. Their hollandaise was clearly made fresh on site and a little bit goes a long, delicious way. The rest of the breakfast menu is very delicious sounding and they have a lot of veg side bits incorporated into the dishes. They also home make their beans. None of the breakfasts are too bread heavy but the bread they do get is really tasty sour dough and freshly baked. They make a good cup too. And flat whites are the normal size not that teenie, tiny child size. They have an extensive range of wines for lunch time booze hits and a big range of non alcoholic drinks for those who save their boozing til apres 5pm. On their counter, there is the most amazing looking selection of croissants with so many tempting fillings. And they have some very wholesome, tasty looking salads there on offer. The kind of salads that will actually fill you. Highly recommended. And the best thing: they open at a very sensible time of 8am mid week. Get there pre 11am. If you have to wait it is worth it. read more

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Still my favourite, despite serious competition from Maison Trois Garcons just down the road. They have a large selection of the most delicious salads - two price levels for top and bottom shelf choices. Tried one of the quiches the other day which was also delicious. It's the sort of food I wish I could eat every day - your five a day beautifully presented as a healthy treat! Today's croissant was a bit of a let-down though - just as rubbery and greasy as anywhere else, definitely not home made. read more

I had some breakfast here with friends (after fighting our way through the flower market!) and it was really lovely. My huevos rancheros looked amaaaazing. Actually, I think it looked better than it actually tasted - this place is for instagram lovers!! But although the flavours were good, the tortilla was really tough, so it wasn't very easy to eat. The smoothies were all really good too. I was cuddling my friend's baby when the waitress told us all the smoothie options so I couldn't really hear her and just ordered one randomly. I have no idea what was in it, but it tasted delicious. We got here pretty early in the morning and there was loads of room. But as we were leaving quite a long queue was starting to emerge. I don't think I'd want to queue to visit here, but it's a brilliant option if you arrive early in the morning. read more

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Amazing breakfast and lunch place. The food is fresh and looks always delicious. Make sure you have enough time because it is crowded at the weekends. Although it might get louder in here, the place is still cozy and invites for a comfy stay! read more

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Franzè & Evans is a delicatessen slash cafe that only recently opened on Redchurch Street in the heart of Shoreditch. With an emphasis on good quality food and coffee, Franzè & Evans was started by three friends with backgrounds in beauty, art and, er, law and is quite clearly a labour of love for those involved. Stocking a good range of specialty foods - including my favourite Perugian Baci chocolates - and serving hearty Italian-style fare, Franzè & Evans is my new go-to place for great coffee on the go. If you ask nicely enough this lovely little cafe's owners are more than happy to talk you through the provenance of their coffee beans or give advice on how to prepare food with ingredients bought from their deli. A visit to Franzè & Evans is not only recommended but should make a thoroughly refreshing change to Shoreditch residents, some of whom must surely have tired of the slight dive-bar quality to many cafes in the area. Franzè & Evans not only know what they're doing but they do it with a charm sometimes lacking in this locale. read more

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Went down to F&R the other day on my friends suggestion - she's friends with a girl who works here. I only say that because as they are friends they naturally had a bit of chat when we arrived, something along the lines of 'how are you'? Anyway it transpired that this girl was tired and she was very tired because it was 'market day'. I took this to be both a good and a bad thing. Good because I assume it meant I was lucky enough to be in on a day when everything had come in fresh from the market. However, I wonder, how often actually is market day? If she was especially tired because it was market day, market day can't be everyday. Are the other days, say, Tesco delivers day? Or perhaps, what we've got left in the fridge/larder days? Who knows. Whatever. What matters is I had a really nice meal here. The quiche was very good, came with a nice free little salad and the drink selection was mostly organic, free trade and all that. My friend has loads of allergies and the staff made a quick sandwich up especially for her and I don't think it was just because they're mates. Nice people. Nice food. Nice time. read more

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I had a really nice brunch here with my friend on our last full day in London. It's a cute little cafe that is bright and cheerful, and everyone there seemed to be just be so happy and enjoying their mornings. We asked for iced coffees, and were served a delicious, creamy, sweet drink that was definitely more indulgent than regular iced coffee, but so tasty. We both also ordered the french toast, because it just sounded SO good and we couldn't resist. The bread was hearty and thick, with plenty of delicious cinnamon and vanilla flavor. It was topped with blueberries, bananas, and of course maple syrup. We opted to add bacon, which added a really great salty element to the otherwise sweet dish. I usually prefer savory breakfasts, but this was perfect! Definitely worth a visit if you're nearby and hungry! read more

I would give up the love of a good man for one of these cakes. What this café does with a courgette can change a woman. Yup, that's right folks, at Franzè & Evans you'll get chocolate, almond and courgette cake as well as carrot and courgette cupcakes with a cream cheese topping. I discovered this place totally by accident and to be honest, I'm frustrated that it's not a little secret I've discovered. It's well loved on Yelp, as it should be. This is a cute little café and deli which serves up a small selection of speciality foods and homemade treats. By the looks of it the cakes here are the main event, at least they were for me. They serve up breakfasts and seem to have a relaxed and friendly atmosphere with staff and regulars so it's a place I'd love to go back to. Franzè & Evans is a breathe of fresh air, it's not a stuck up cake shop or pretentious coffee shop, it's what it is - a family run place that makes really good food. read more

In my other life, I fantasize about being a writer/professional student/small online business ower/independently wealthy land owner, or some other profession that allows me to work where I want, when I want. That time, I will promise you, will not be in the mornings. In this fantasy position, not only will I sleep in until at least 8:45am, but I will leisurely get up, check emails, get ready for the day, then go have a coffee and a snack at Franze and Evans before heading elsewhere to get some work done. I will reap the full benefits of my stratospheric Shoreditch rent, by ACTUALLY living in Shoreditch, not just sleeping there, like I feel like I do currently. Similarly, I can work as late in the evenings as I need to... you know, the practical side of this wish. These are the sorts of dreams sparked by my visit to Franze and Evans. We came in around 12:30 on a Sunday, but were able to be seated right away, even though it was quite full. Very good Italian coffee, charming rustic ambiance, and an impressive array of cakes, salads, and luncheon items. Solid Almond croissant (there are better things to get next time though), but as Larissa G. stated so accurately: It is all about the cream cheese frosting. The courgette cake with cream cheese frosting was divine. So airy and light... the texture of whipped cream, but the flavour of a buttercream. Someday. Someday. read more

I came here early on a Saturday morning and the display of pastries and salads was fabulous! My intent was to have a latte and a coffee, but I ended up having a wonderful salad at 9:30 on a Saturday morning instead! Coffee was great, too. Will definitely be revisiting this place. read more

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I'm writing this review over some reluctant pangs. I don't actually want you to know about Franze & Evans. Sorry. F&E is a small place, and another good review on Yelp might mean less room for my Observer on the table next to me. Last year it was easy to get a table on Sunday mornings, but that's not the case these days, so my review embargo seems increasingly pointless. Franze & Evans is ostensibly a deli. The blackboard in the window misdirects you with a chalked claim to the best coffee in Shoreditch (I don't disagree) and one entire wall is devoted to specialty foods to take home - though attempting to use their ingredients to replicate what they do is downright Quixotic. No, Franze & Evans is a restaurant, and the food is without equal in this part of town. Leave the cooking to them. There's a tall, bespectacled gentleman there every time we visit who emits the aura of being the owner. He is genuinely charming and gregarious - whether he is Franze or Evans we haven't asked. The rest of the staff is generally pleasant and competent, though we've had a few americano orders appear at the table as cappuccinos. The menu is printed on a single sheet of A4 paper and changes week to week and there are daily specials on the board behind the counter that you have to lean to peer around Franze (or Evans?) to see. There's a couple of stalwart items that never leave the top of the menu. One is "poached eggs with bacon or ham on an English muffin with hollandaise". Eggs Benedict, in other words. But what an eggs Benedict. The bacon is always perfectly cooked to give a textural balance to the perfectly soft eggs. The yolks that come out when you cut into those eggs are so golden that after you've had them once you'll look at any egg yolk you see outside of F&E with pity. Or suspicion. I could go on about the eggs Benedict for another couple of paragraphs, but I won't. Just go to F&E and have them for yourself. And I'll try not to crowd you too much with my newspaper. read more

I was so excited to find this place and on entering my eyes nearly popped out of my head at the yummy deli style food. Looked so cosy too. Unfortunately, the rest was down hill. I've been here twice. The first time with a friend for a coffee. We were told to leave as we had only ordered two coffees each in an hour. When we looked a bit shocked that the aggressive nature, he told us " I'm trying to run a business here!" The second time I got a takeaway lunch. I was shocked at how pricey it was for the portion I got! The only reason Im giving it two stars at all is the food was actually quite nice. All in all, overpriced,mediocre coffee and grumpy staff. For me, not worth it for a relaxing coffee/brunch. There are sooo many nicer places in Shoreditch where you will be greeted with a smile. read more

This place is awesome. The menu is pretty comprehensive, plus they have an amazing choice of salads and cakes on display. We went for a late Sunday breakfast, so I decided on the 'Trecolore' which is with poached eggs, smoked salmon, spinach, crispy prosciutto and served on sourdough bread - all covered with the most delicious Hollandaise sauce. The produce is clearly of the best quality. The freshest of eggs, cooked to perfection. The coffee is fantastic. Rich, tasty and strong (warning: very strong). Two sips and I was in need of a glass of water to stave off the jitters. Franze and Evans is not cheap - £9.50 for the "Trecolore" (plus a side of mushrooms - which is two mushrooms for £1.50). BUT I would say it is worth the additional premium, as it was excellent quality. £50 for between four friends. Service pretty relaxed - you get left to it. They pack people in, but it was a Sunday at 12:30 so I'm guessing it's not always so busy. We had to share a table with others, but that's not a problem for me. Look forward to trying the salads and cakes on my next visit. They look incredible. read more

Fantastic brunch. Got eggs on toast with the greatest spinach and delicious mushrooms. The bread was good, but didn't compare to other ingredients. Loved it still just didn't eat all the bread. Also excellent porridge with almond milk for our daughter ( that we ate) read more

Breakfast was very good. Service was so so. The coffee was wonderful and the location is really nice.

I stood in front of the salad case for a full five minutes, entranced by the colorful salads and meltedy lasagna on display. However the real treat was not only my scrumptious lunch but also the parade of people coming through for lunch or a coffee or to simple blow an air-kiss to the flamboyant Italian owner. In fact I think the entire staff my have been Italian or at least somewhat versant in the language. At his suggestion I took the salmon quiche and salad combo, it was perfect. The quiche was fluffy and light and salmon was fresh and not overwhelming. The salad was this amazing crispy mix of kale, sweet snap peas, green beans and sesame spices, it was super fresh and gave me that boost of green one needs after too many monochromatic meals. I spent a week exploring the East End and this stop was one of the hight lights...GO! read more

They increased coffee prices by 33.3% this weekend. Not happy. Inflation is 3%. read more

This is sooooo long overdue. Like so long ago, the friend I came with has returned to his motherland. We came here for like a lazy brunch, MAINLY for the matcha porridge because it sounded amazing. It was not amazing, at least not for me. I felt the oats were cooked down TOO much, probably from a big pot but I don't know. Just really disappointed that it didn't have that green tea kick. Although my friend said his was quite good. So maybe I had a cold that day and couldn't taste anything! Coffee was good, not spectacular. But definitely better coffee places around shoreditch. read more

A swanky beef burger in a hipster part of town, though I don't know if Londoners use the term 'hipster'. Their take on the burger was a unique experience to this American tongue. The atmosphere is eccentric and the menu eclectic. The service is adequate for what it is. read more

We went here for brunch and it was wonderful. The restaurant itself is adorable and the service was great. I had the best cappuccino of my life here and my friend enjoyed one of the green smoothies. I had a ham and cheese croissant and it was flakier and butterier than most of the croissants I've had in France. The eggs were a bright orange (because of what the hens are fed) and my friend enjoyed her eggs and toast. Would definitely recommend. read more

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Right.... so what's with this overpriced salad place everyone is raving about. Their pastries/ desserts do look good (and perhaps affordable...) but to sit down and eat cous cous or roasted pepper for more than £7-- with the least generous portions, or paying £8 for pasta? Um, overpriced east london menu, no thank you. But if you like east london and hipster vibe and emptying out your wallet, this place it is. Though their coffee's not too bad. Just sayin'. read more

Redchuch Street is my favorite street in Shoreditch and Franze & Evans is one of my favorite spots for brunch and lunch on the street. They have quite a few freshly made salad presented nicely in the case, and very often they are made with healthy ingredients like kale, avocado, lentil etc. Vegetarians or vegans love this place. Beside salads, you can also get made to order dishes, like burger and pasta. For brunch, their offer all sorts of egg dishes, and I highly recommend the Franze & Evans breakfast. What I find most irresistible are those cakes, cupcakes and pies on the counter top. They looks so enticingly beautiful and they stare you right in the eye. I have to force myself not to look after every time I order my food. I did go there for tea and cake one afternoon and I had the Lemon and Yogurt cake. OMG, that was great! This is a wonderfully casual neighborhood spot for a nice and healthy lunch or full indulgence of your sweet tooth. read more

The perfect Shoreditch Sunday lunch! Fresh amazing food, lovely homely atmosphere. It gets very busy so to avoid disappointment opt for a early or late lunch! Try also their take away salads and remember you don't a thing about desserts until you have tried their courgette cake! read more

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The food at any point of the day is divine. Salads have never been so fun. As we speak having a moist flavorful Choco coconut cake #drool. Staff are so sweet, except for the scary Italian man. read more

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Awful service!! Me and a friend went here for coffee, as we come here every once in a while for lunch. When I ordered only one coffee, as my friend didnt want one, I was told I was rude to order only one ! I couldn't believe what I heard, and agreed I should go elsewhere. What a way to get rid of your customers! It wasn't even prime time or busy. The women happily saw me and my friend leave whilst making private phone calls from behind the counter. I am not going back here! read more

We were in town for a conference we were hosting and guided by positive reviews from Yelp placed a large catering order for 3 meals with Franzè & Evans. We could not have been happier with the food- we found it reasonably priced, healthy, fresh and delicious. Working with Kerry to come up with a menu that fit our goals was easy and enjoyable and the lunch we grabbed while in the shop to discuss the catering order was divine- quite possibly the best hamburger I've ever had. If I lived in London this would be a weekly staple for lunch and coffee for me. read more

Firstly I do not like their servings I think all the plates are so small. You have to order many things to be full. Then, tastes are not good enough and all the foods are made careless. read more

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Really great place, in the very heart of shoreditch. We went for breakfast on a day when the weather was good, so its was a great environment with the wide doors open along its side. As with most places in this hipster area, the quality of the offering is very high. Portion size is very good, making it good value for money. This was my first huevos rancheros, which I've been tempted to try for a while and I wasn't disappointed. Its every bit as indulgent as it looks, with a thin crispy tortilla, beautifully fresh avocado and great big dollop of soured cream. If there was a downside to the visit, the staff could learn to smile a bit more, or at least engage with the customers. Perhaps its my Scottish cultural expectations and I hadn't fully applied by London filter, but its nice to be nice! read more

genius chef for unique and amazing tasting salads and entrees. I am lucky enought to have to pass by on my way to work. great coffees too. Genius in our midst. read more

Franzè & Evans is a little cafe on Redchurch St, located just minutes away from Brick Lane, which aims to serve up quality Italian home-cooked food. Alas, on the day I went, I wasn't hungry and opted for a simple skinny cappuccino, which turned out decent. The cafe also operates as a deli, with specialty Italian foodstuffs on sale. I found the cafe a great place to chill out. It's nicely decorated, with a can of flowers on every table. The day I went, tulips were on display. It's also larger than most coffee shops in that more than five people can sit down at any one point in time. I also like that their opening hours are also pretty decent, as they open from 7 am to 7 pm every day. read more

This Italian deli/cafe close to Brick Lane is a real treat. A friendly looking place with home-made style cooking. A fresh new concept to cheer up these worn out blocks. The coffee is amazing and the service has always been more than kind. I have tried out the breakfast that they serve only during the weekends. Impressive. Also the deli selection beats the local super markets and it is a great place to get also ingredients for cooking at home. read more

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The food is decent. I had a plate with three different salads ( cauliflower, mushroom and bacon, lentil and pumpkin, and beetroot and goats cheese) which together with a diet coke came to 10.50£... Buuuut the service is horrific. Upon arrival we were faced with sitting in front of the plates of the last customers. Then the waitress never arrived, so we ordered at the counter and had to wait another 20 minutes for the salads to come to our table although they were prepared and displayed ready to be served on the counter. The waitress forgot our cutlery (and our drinks) which we had to get our selves in order not to sit another 10 minutes in front of our food without being able to eat it. To top it all off the waitress was rude and acted like she was doing us a favour serving us. read more

Agree wholeheartedly with raistlyn, captured the essence perfectly. Can see PaulToba's point too, the service is not overly friendly and welcoming - it's just that the place is so nice - little bunches of fresh heather on the tables at the moment. Should also confirm that the Americano was really good, very nice and strong and smooth with separate little jug of hot milk - excellent - and the price equivalent to a Nero Caffe. Food not tried, but looked pretty good, good enough to eat. No roughnecks amongst clientèle, all nicely presented, washed and dressed with casual stylishness. Definitely recommended. read more

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Franze and Evans is perfect - a casual, relaxed restaurant serving a variety of options for brunch. It's not easy to find a place in East London for brunch which isn't hectic and too expensive, but Franze and Evans is great. They serve good coffee, big breakfast dishes like eggs and smoked salmon, sandwiches, pasta and a choice of delicious salads. Of course they also do freshly baked cakes and brownies and they sell Italian meats and cheese from their fully stocked deli. It's great for a working breakfast or lunch, or for a long relaxed brunch with friends on the weekends. A definite must try. read more

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