This place is always rammed for a reason. Lovely coffee, healthy, fresh food prepared carefully,…read moreand kind service staff make for a winning formula - the more so in Kingston, which was ruined by sadistic town planners and the kind of architecture even Enver Hoxha rejected. Kingston struggles on despite these crimes; Local Hero is an example of the kind of business that can save the place.

Ive always liked coffee. Most recently I've become obsessed with it !!! My housemate used to work…read morein a independent coffee shop, they kind of convinced me that shit bucks and cost a lot coffee is pretty rubbish! This is a good independent coffee shop, I've been here a few times but they seem of have changed the beans which I feel has improved the quality by far!!!! The service is speedy, staff are friendly, it's one of the better independent coffee shops in the area! Downside, it's quite cramped if it's super busy. But I kind of like that in some way!

The best things about this place are 1) the kind staff, and 2) the high quality toilet paper…read more This place is a culinary train wreck. Ribs: inedible. Burger: worst I've ever had across 3 continents. Sauces: gross. Over-cluttered chaotic decor is like if TGIFridays had a baby with the character of Trader Joe, then wrapped it in Antiques Roadshow. Bill's managed to be both under- and overwhelming, at once. We weren't going to even say anything about how bad the food was and just wanted to get out of there, but our server noticed the uneaten ribs and insisted on taking them off the bill for us, which was very sweet and we really appreciated that. Avoid this place.

Fantastic location, food and service! Sat outside by the river. Our group had burgers and eggs…read moreBenedict both delicious. Service was friendly and attentive. Will definitely go back!

Brew is horribly expensive for breakfast but this is not entirely surprising in one of the poshest…read moreareas of London. The hot chocolate was certainly worth it - it's valrohna and basically the best I've ever had that wasn't the very thick Spanish/Italian variety (twss). It was also nice and warming on a crisp day, as were the heaters and thoughtful furry chair liners and blankets in the outside seating area. I was strongly recommended the brew special but actually I think I would have preferred something like my friend had - the chorizo folded eggs i.e. with a little more kick. The brew special is a classic combo of ham, cheese and pesto which I loved years ago but now wouldn't be my first choice. Still it was well executed with beautifully cooked poached eggs on sourdough bread. Our breakfast took a long time to come but the service was otherwise notably excellent - our server was attentive, friendly and helpful consistently, meaning we had constant water top ups, updates on the food situation and were able to get the bill quickly before our parking ran out. She was great and an asset to this nice cafe.

Absolutely delicious! I've been here twice so far, both for Sunday brunch. The staff is very…read morewelcoming, and seats you promptly no matter how busy they look. Their menu has a lot to choose from, I've had the eggs florentine and the turkish eggs on a separate occasion. Very delicious and fresh, presumably using top quality ingredients. The atmosphere is pretty neat too, love the cabin-like feel on a cold day. I recommend for breakfast, well done Brew!

Located in South Croydon ( the outskirts of London) this beautiful tea house will leave you day…read moredreaming! After several Google services, I came across Dotty's website, it is well put together and really grabbed my attention Seeing Dotty's in real life was like a dream. The establishment is beautifully decorated and you can tell the owner really invested in the place and the people who work there. There is a pink bicycle parked outside, the establishment is pink, the decor is very elegant--perfect for a photo op I opt to do the afternoon tea with Prosecco added on as well as some scones to go. It was a very fair price per person. Under £80 for the entire experience for 2 people. They also sell other assorted desserts, shakes and cakes All the employees were attentive, they explained in detail what our package came with and they made sure we were happy from start to finish. EVERYTHING was delicious! From the English tea down to the Pimms jello HIGHLY RECOMMEND 10/10!!

Dotty's is a really cute tea house that is well decorated to create a welcoming atmosphere for you…read moreto sit and enjoy a spot of tea. I stumbled on the listing while doing a search for tea places before I left Washington, DC to travel to London. Unfortunately I didn't make the reservation myself (relied on family in London to make it) so we didn't get booked for the afternoon tea service as I'd hoped and just had a reserved table instead. Still, I indulged in some scones with cream and strawberry jam, paired with a strong cup of decaf English breakfast tea. The staff is very friendly and took the time to explain the drink and pastry options to us. I hope I get a chance to visit again for the full tea service before the end of my trip!

This cafe is the best and the owners are incredible kind! I loved their almond flat white and sat…read moreoutside by the river to enjoy it. The outdoor seating has plenty of room, and they are very dog friendly.

Nice little spot to stop while walking along the Thames with lots to see with the outside seating…read moreavailable. There is inside seating of that is the choice. There is something for everyone to choose from, even having a vegan pasty. The beverages are all fresh and well done and everyone there is friendly, getting food out fast.

Best food and service in the Shepherd's Bush area!! Breakfast is the way to go and wait...for the…read morepancakes! Worth every penny.

The place was overflowing with people on laptops sipping one drink for hours. How can a business…read moresurvive like this. My food was late as the server forgot to put the order in. When it arrived some of it was burned as was the toast. Not enjoyable at all. I'd been before and loved it. Disappointed this time.

One of the best breakfasts I've ever had, and one of my best meals in London. Food is fresh and…read moretasty. Cozy little spot. Customer service was just what it needed to be, to the point. Highly recommend and can't wait for the day I return.

If I could envision a cafe I would like to own it would be this one! The Greenhouse Deptford was my…read morefavorite thing about London during my visit. I was staying at an Airbnb nearby and pass by this cute cafe a couple of times before I decide to go in for breakfast. I had the vegetarian breakfast for the champion and a latte. It was absolutely amazing! Everything in this cafe is recyclable and reusable! I just love how they reuse bottles to store sugar and even for their plants! Also the baristas were so kind! Definitely visit this cafe if you are nearby!

Loved this place! Inside was clean and beautifully decorated. Service was great, very warm and…read morewelcoming staff. And the food was as delicious as it was gorgeously plated. Unique coffee options that were made to perfection.

A cool and hip neighborhood American sandwich joint serving up solid sandwiches and delicious…read morebrunch items with real American bacon! If you are an expat, this will be your new comfort food craving after your first visit. Our group ordered three different sandwiches and shared many brunch dishes and they were all amazing. They serve their buttermilk pancakes topped with bacon and a generous helping of syrup on the side. The eggs benny came with fries and was delish as well. All of their amazing sandwiches come with an individual pickle that is made in-house. We shared a Chicken Cobb (Corn fed chicken, smoked bacon, avocado, blue cheese, boiled egg, tomato, red onion, lettuce & mayo on 3 slices of toasted white), The Toronto (Slow roasted topside beef, melted English cheddar, leaf lettuce, tomato, pickled hot peppers, red onion, & horseradish mayo on toasted sourdough), and The Medley (Roasted turkey breast, smoked ham, bacon, melted cheddar & emmental, lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickled hot peppers & basil mayo on toasted sourdough). This place is locally owned and the vibe is very laid back. We went around 12:30 on a Saturday and this place was packed. They take reservations so you might want to make some (we did). Overall, I will definitely come back.

Like most American ex-pats, I'm amazed at how the country that invented the sandwich can't make a…read moreproper sandwich. There are few things in the world less appetizing to me than two pieces of pre-packaged soggy bread with one slice of ham drowning in a gallon of mayo that's been sitting on the Pret a Manger shelf all day. In America you only see stuff like that at gas stations, and even there they hold the mayo. In England, they put so much mayo on those sandwiches that it actually gets listed as an ingredient. So whereas you'd have a chicken sandwich with mayo in America, in England it becomes a chicken mayo sandwich. That's just wrong. And nasty. Enter Pickle & Rye. If this place were in Soho or South Kensington then there'd be lines out the door. True Mortlake is in London's upscale southwest and thus home to several affluent American ex-pats, but I feel like that this gem of a sandwich place is missing out on a golden opportunity by being stuck out in the middle of nowhere. It was a trek to get to even from Fulham, and I've got plenty of friends who think that Fulham is enough of a trek already. Or at least that's their excuse for never coming to visit us. This place would merely have to not completely suck to be one of the best sandwich places in London, but it's really taken the art of the sandwich to another level. The owner / head sandwich dude is a culinary school graduate who roasts all their meats, cures his own corned beef (known around these parts as salt beef), makes his own dill pickles (which are easily the best that I've ever had in England) and Russian dressing, with the result being the finest reuben this side of the Atlantic. I will gladly return to the middle of nowhere for another one.

Excellent little sandwich/cafe place, stones throw from Norbiton Station and Kingston Hospital…read more Great value, freshly made in front of you and you get decent filling sizes. Do sandwiches, baguettes, bagels, soup, coffee, paninis and jacket potatoes. Around £2.50 for a sandwich or equivalent, or £1.95 for soup and bread. Very friendly service too. I work in the area and this is the best place to grab a sandwich.