The best cafés in Greenwich

River Gardens Café in Greenwich is family-run, quirky, and homey. This riverside café boasts fantastic views from its large windows and also has outdoor seating. Food and drinks are served throughout the day, including light pastries, a wide range of breakfast and lunch dishes, and afternoon tea. It's a friendly and relaxed place.

Amidst the bustle of Greenwich Market you can stop for a coffee at Monsoon Café. This quaint place is full of charm, with a chequered floor, floral entrance, and a few pavement tables. Artisan coffee and flavoured lattes are served here, plus pastries, cakes, and more substantial food like grilled paninis and avocado toast. 

Some of the best coffee in Greenwich can be found at the local branch of Grind, a London-based coffee company that has gone stratospheric since its humble beginnings thanks both to quality coffee and savvy brand building. This contemporary spot is well-known for its fresh coffee and juices, but cocktails and global café dishes are available here as well. Grind in Greenwich has a relaxing garden plus a takeaway coffee counter for when you're in a rush.

Traditional venue Trafalgar Café in Greenwich is a popular choice locally for breakfast and brunch all day. Food is served in a simple and relaxed space. On the menu, you can expect to see a range of fry-ups, including veggie and vegan options. Other dishes include classics like bubble and squeak with bacon and eggs, avocado on toast, and porridge.

If you want to visit a cosy and traditional café in Greenwich, check out Royal Teas. This classic English tea room is charming and a popular choice with local residents. It serves food throughout the day, with indoor and outdoor seats available. Breakfast is available, as well as soups, salads, and cream teas.

The Green Café in Greenwich is a friendly local spot. Dogs are welcome and guests are free to get comfy here. Visit at any time of the day to sample breakfast and brunch dishes like waffles, fry-ups, and breakfast sandwiches. Salads, ciabatta sandwiches, and baked potatoes are served as well. You can also get takeaways here.

The Golden Café is a down-to-earth eatery with a no-frills interior. Breakfast is king at this Greenwich café – choose from several set breakfasts, breakfast sandwiches and baguettes, and omelettes. These dishes are served all day but later you can also opt for choices like baked potatoes and burgers. The early opening hours make this a popular choice for those who are up and about at the break of dawn.

Coffee & Beyond is a popular Greenwich coffee shop with a low-key style. Surrounded by plants and whitewashed walls, you can sample the signature espresso alongside light food. Brunch is a favourite at this local spot, with dishes like shakshuka and pancakes on the menu. You'll also see lots of tempting pastries stacked up at the counter.

Soak up the atmosphere of Greenwich Market at 15grams. This local coffee shop is contemporary, roasts its own coffee, and makes delicious drinks. Visit to enjoy premium coffee served with light bites like pastries and doughnuts. Alternatively, you can shop here for coffee beans to savour at home.

At Royal Hill Café and Delicatessen you can shop for gourmet produce or enjoy drinks and food on-site in a cosy setting. At the deli you can shop for things like wine, coffee, and fresh baked goods. If you need refreshments, coffee is served here, alongside sweet treats and dishes like bagels, fried breakfasts, and charcuterie.

Open since 2004, Black Eye Coffee is a low-key coffee shop in Greenwich. It's simple and modern, has outdoor seats, and is pet-friendly. Visit for a hot drink or a smoothie, or choose from the food menu. There are light pastries plus filling options like fry-ups. You can even select your favourite ingredients to build your dream fried breakfast.

Peyton and Byrne celebrates modern British baking. Drop by their contemporary bakery and café in Greenwich to purchase bread, pastries, cakes, and tarts, all baked in Bermondsey; a click-and-collect service is provided too. Coffee, sandwiches, and salads are available for eating-in or takeaways.

Down-to-earth GMT Café in Greenwich is fuss-free and has a typical café interior with no pretensions. Traditional fried breakfasts are the main attraction here, with the option to choose a set breakfast or create your own from scratch. Omelettes, burgers, sandwiches, and homemade lunch dishes are also on the menu at this casual café.

Modern Greenwich café Avocado & Coffee serves organic food and drinks in a rustic setting. There's lots of variety on the menu, which ranges from cheesy toasties to omelettes and baked potatoes. A wide range of drinks are served here too, with coffee, teas, and juices available in addition to inventive plant-based lattes made with beetroot or golden turmeric.

Don't miss Coffee Couch when you need a hit of coffee in North Greenwich. This modern coffee shop has stylish and comfortable furnishings and offers takeaways as well as eating in. Coffee and speciality hot drinks are served alongside food items like pretzels, sausage rolls, pastries, and sourdough toasties with various fillings.

Located in Greenwich Park near the Royal Observatory, The Pavilion Café is an elegant spot in an eye-catching octagonal building. It's particularly popular with tourists in Greenwich. Breakfast and lunch are served, as well as sweet treats like cakes and scones. Kids' food and alcoholic drinks are also available here.