Covent Garden is one of the most beautiful places in London, and one of the most visited on any London itinerary. However it’s not just a market where you can find cute London souvenirs.
There are loads of awesome things to do in Covent Garden. It’s one of the most amazing foodie hubs in London, and is also home to many of the coolest cafes in all of London.
You can try a meticulously made cup of caffeine from Monmouth Coffee, pair your coffee with a couple of sweet treats from Brigit’s Bakery, or have both coffee and cocktails at Notes.
So if you’re looking for the best cafes in Covent Garden, this list includes all of the best places for you to pick up a cup of coffee.
In this guide:
6 Best Cafes in Covent Garden
Brigit’s Bakery
Brigit’s Bakery is most well-known for its Instagrammable afternoon tea bus tours, but that’s not all this thriving company has to offer. Brigit’s Bakery also has a brick-and-mortar location in Covent Garden.
With its pristine white walls and pink accents dotted throughout the shop, it’s certainly one of the most Instagrammable cafes in London.
And while the interior design will catch your eye, the desserts and drinks are the real highlights. Cupcakes, scones, and macarons are all delicious options.
As for the drinks, you can opt for any classic style of coffee or even a glass of champagne or prosecco.
The Black Penny
The Black Penny is undoubtedly one of the best cafes in Covent Garden. With its industrial style interior, trendy brunch spread, and superb coffee, you should definitely pay a visit to The Black Penny.
With its exposed brick walls, silver ceiling piping, and moody orange light bulbs, the set-up of The Black Penny could be featured in Industrial Design magazine.
As can be expected from a place as cool as The Black Penny, you can order far more than a traditional cappuccino. Try the short mac, cortado, dirty chai, or V60 filter coffee.
And if you have time, enjoy some brunch too! The brioche French toast with whipped lemon ricotta, the gatherer with grilled halloumi, and the hunter with smoked bacon are all crowd favorites.
Finally, The Black Penny also boasts plenty of live events, including music, lectures, and poetry readings. Delicious food, fabulous drinks, and fun entertainment – what more could you ask for?
Monmouth Coffee Company
If you’re looking for the best coffee in Covent Garden, Monmouth Coffee Company is the place to get it.
The owners behind Monmouth Coffee Company have worked hard to source fair-trade coffee from the top farmers from all across the globe from Kenya to Costa Rica.
Monmouth Coffee Company then roasts its own beans, so by the time the caffeinated goodness makes it into your cup, it’s one of the best cups of coffee you’ll ever taste.
Cappuccinos, lattes, flat whites, and espressos are all fantastic options. Pair this with a freshly baked good, and you’ll be all set to start the day!
Covent Garden Grind
Serving up both coffee and cocktails, Covent Garden Grind may be both one of the quirkiest bars and cafes in Covent Garden.
Covent Garden Grind is one of 10 Grinds throughout the city. As a matter of fact, the Shoreditch Grind is one of the best cafes in Shoreditch too!
You can get all the classic coffees, including espressos, macchiatos, lattes, and cappuccinos. As for the cocktails, there are many coffee-themed options, including the Grind espresso martini, the hot flat white Russian, and the espresso old fashioned.
And on top of all that, the Covent Garden Grind includes a restaurant too. You can order the smashed avocado on toast, the porridge with berries, or one of the flavorful smoothie bowls.
Notes
Like the Covent Garden Grind, Notes also serves up both coffee and alcohol.
But the fun doesn’t end with just those two aspects. Notes also acts as a bookstore, a CD shop, and a live music venue! It’s the perfect place for a bit of much needed entertainment.
And despite its many features, Notes manages to give each part the attention that it needs. The fair-trade coffee beans are roasted in house and whipped up to make your favorite cup of coffee. You can even try the trendy V60 pour-over.
Or if it’s later in the day, you can opt for a glass of prosecco, merlot, or sauvignon blanc. And while you can enjoy the wide array of brunch dishes at any time of day, you certainly have to try one of the charcuterie boards in the evening.
Santa Nata
Santa Nata is named after the Portuguese pastry, pastel de nata.
Pastel de nata, or pastéis de nata if there’s two or more, is a custard-filled tart. Pastéis de nata were first created in the Jerónimos Monastery in Belém, a small town near Lisbon, hundreds of years ago!
You can even watch the bakers carefully craft this tasty treat from behind a glass wall. And when you finally decide how many pastéis de nata to order (because it likely won’t be just one), you can pair it with your caffeinated beverage of choice.
Flat whites, lattes, macchiatos, piccolos, English breakfast tea, and more are all available. Or, if you’re looking for the opposite type of buzz, you can get a glass of Ginjinha, a traditional Portuguese cherry liqueur instead.
Final Thoughts on the Best Cafes in Covent Garden
Regardless of what type of café you’re looking for, Covent Garden has something for.
Want coffee with a side of entertainment? The Black Penny is a great choice.
Hoping to get some pastéis de nata? Santa Nata is the place to go.
Searching for both alcohol and coffee? Covent Garden Grind and Notes both fit the bill.
Overall, Covent Garden is one of the most amazing places to stay in London, especially for first-time visitors. It’s home to some of the best London attractions, including a couple of Harry Potter filming locations!
Are there other cute cafes in Covent Garden that I should feature on this list? Let me know in the comments below!
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