Guide to the best cafés in Greenwich

If you want to visit a cosy and traditional café, Greenwich has Royal Teas. This classic English tea room is full of charm and is a popular choice with local residents. This venue serves food throughout the day, with indoor and outdoor seats available. Breakfast is served, as well as soups, salads, and cream teas.

The Green Café in Greenwich is a homey 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.

Amidst the bustle of Greenwich Market you can stop for a drink 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. 

Traditional venue Trafalgar Café 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 bubble and squeak with bacon and eggs, avocado on toast, and porridge.

The Golden Café is a down-to-earth eatery with a no-frills interior. Breakfast is king at this popular local 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. Kids' meals are served too.

Riverside eatery River Gardens Café is family-run, quirky, and homey. This café and restaurant 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 dishes, and afternoon tea. Lunch is served here too.

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 popular 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.

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 diverse dishes like bagels, fried breakfasts, and charcuterie.

There are branches of Grind all around the city, including one right in the centre of Greenwich. This contemporary spot is well-known for its fresh coffee and juices, but cocktails and global café dishes are available here as well. This location has a relaxing garden plus a takeaway coffee counter for when you're in a rush.

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 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 to purchase bread, pastries, cakes, and tarts, all baked in Bermondsey; a click-and-collect service is available too. This crisp and contemporary venue is also a café. Coffee, sandwiches, and salads are available for eating-in or takeaways.

Down-to-earth GMT Café 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 rustic café Avocado & Coffee serves organic food and drinks. 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 pitstop in North Greenwich. This modern coffee shop has vibrant 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.

Soak up the atmosphere of Greenwich Market at 15grams. This local coffee shop is contemporary and roasts its own coffee as well as making 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.