The best bakeries in Soho

Modern and all-natural bakery Cutter & Squidge prepares a variety of signature sweet treats and is also a popular destination for afternoon tea in Soho. At this family-run establishment you can choose brownies, cupcakes, cookies, and biskies in various mouthwatering flavours. Plenty of vegan products are available too.

In the heart of the city there's Ole & Steen Soho. This well-established bakery chain began in Denmark but is now also a familiar fixture in London. At the contemporary bakery, you can buy Danish breads, flavoured buns, and pastries, and can also stop at the café for a snack. Soup, open sandwiches, and brunch dishes are all available.

Maison Bertaux gives Londoners a taste of tradition - established in 1871, it's the oldest patisserie in the city. This bustling and cosy spot is still popular today for its cakes, eclairs, tarts and fancies, sweet or savoury pastries, scones, and petit fours. Whether it's a special occasion or just an indulgent treat, you'll find lots of tempting options here.

Located in bustling Kingly Court, Crumbs & Doilies is a cheery bakery that specialises in gooey and indulgent New York-style cookies, brownies, traybakes, and cakes. Loads of creative flavours are available here and custom orders are welcome too. This lively spot also runs regular baking and cake decorating classes.

Beginning life during lockdown, Buns From Home has risen rapidly to operate a number of bakeries around the capital. The focus at these bustling and minimal spots is buns in a range of classic and imaginative flavours. You can go for the traditional cinnamon or cardamom or otherwise get creative with tiramisu or cheesecake varieties.

L'Eto is primarily a café where you can sample Mediterranean-inspired breakfast dishes in a sleek and Instagrammable space. However, this spot is also known for its cake creations, and in the window you'll see luxurious displays of elegant treats. A wide range of cakes are on offer to eat-in, take away, or have delivered.

Café de Nata specialises in the famous Portuguese treat pastel de nata. The bakery is compact and bustling. Here every pastry is carefully handmade and baked to perfection, designed to give Londoners a real taste of Portugal. The treats are available with a range of flavours and toppings, but every one is ideally paired with a coffee here.

Modern and trendy bagel bakery B Bagel is an ideal spot for breakfast, lunch, or a filling snack when you're in Soho. Bagels here are served with a varied selection of ingredients that cater to every preference. Salads are also served at lunchtime along with hot drinks and juices. The place has a striking monochrome exterior.

If you're a bit of a cookie monster then Crème is surely the Soho bakery for you. At this bakery, Michelin-trained chef Damien Leroux uses expertise and natural ingredients to create giant chewy cookies with a French twist. These gourmet cookies are baked all day long in the aesthetically pleasing pastel-coloured establishment.

Gail's Bakery is well-established throughout the city and there's a contemporary location to visit in Soho. This bakery is bright and bustling, offering foodies a broad choice of different breads, pastries, and cakes. The tasty treats available are displayed at the counter. You can also stop by for seasonal breakfast and lunch bites.

Orée brings artisan French baking to Soho, as well as a number of other sites around the city. Painted blue, the bakery has a simple and welcoming style. Fresh pastries are available in the morning as well as artisan bread, baked snacks, and tempting sandwiches. Coffee is also available here.