26 Grains

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"Tucked away in Neal’s Yard is 26 Grains, a cafe dedicated to providing grain dishes that make you feel virtuous. There’s traditional (yet fancy) takes on porridge, or the more unusual savoury varieties featuring carrot, kale and squash. Alex, the founder, is the most enthusiastic porridge person you’ll ever meet and is passionate about sourcing the tastiest produce. Follow @26grains on Instagram for regular foodporn updates." - Assembly

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"It can be surprisingly hard to find a healthy breakfast or lunch to go in London, which is why places like 26 Grains are a godsend. The concept is pretty simple—choose a grain (of which there are twenty-six, duh), a few spices, and a couple of toppings, and you are good to go. Plus, you sit for a meal at the communal table, which is a lovely experience, complete with beautiful, handmade ceramic dishes. At breakfast, you'll find porridge and bircher muesli and at lunch, it's more like quinoa, rice, and the like. Don't miss the turmeric almond milk latte."

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"26 Grains, Covent Garden. Tucked away in Neal’s Yard is 26 Grains, a cafe dedicated to providing grain dishes that make you feel virtuous. There’s traditional (yet fancy) takes on porridge, or the more unusual savoury varieties featuring carrot, kale and squash. Alex, the founder, is the most enthusiastic porridge person you’ll ever meet and is passionate about sourcing the tastiest produce. Follow @26grains on Instagram for regular foodporn updates."

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26 Grains Opens Stoney Street Restaurant at Borough Market | Eater London

"A popular London porridge specialist that already operates a Seven Dials restaurant is set to open an additional site in Borough Market, expanding its porridge-focused offer into the historic market." - James Hansen

Maryam The T.

Google

Went with my bestie for breakfast on a rainy day. We were lucky the wait time wasn’t so long. We had the pesto omelette, chilli egg as well as the brioche with creme and jam. All were made to perfection. Would definitely come back when I am back to london.

sultan A.

Google

The omelette was truly one of the best I’ve had in London — perfectly cooked and full of rich, balanced flavors that make every bite unforgettable. The coffee added a whole different vibe, smooth and comforting with every sip. And the toast carried all the flavors beautifully, completing a meal that’s absolutely worth trying!

Aysha A.

Google

the eggs were super flavorful and the French toast was delicious! 🍳The porridge was just okay, and the ginger hot chocolate wasn’t my favorite. The space is quite small with tiny tables, and it felt a bit stuffy inside.

Michael N.

Google

26 Grains is a cozy, charming café specializing in wholesome, nourishing grain bowls and porridge. Their focus on natural, organic ingredients makes each dish feel fresh and comforting. The ambiance is warm and inviting, perfect for a relaxed meal or a healthy breakfast. A must-visit spot for anyone who appreciates mindful, flavorful food in a friendly setting.

Cody

Google

Had breakfast here this morning and honestly I wasn’t even that hungry at first, but the food looked good so I just went for it. I got the avo toast thing with the poached eggs on top — the one with all the little cheese bits scattered everywhere — and it actually tasted way better than I expected. The avo was that nice chunky type, not the boring paste you sometimes get. And the eggs were proper soft inside, which I didn’t even realise I cared about until I cut into them and it just mixed into everything perfectly. There was also a hash brown on the side, which I didn’t think much of at first, but it was actually crispy in the right way and not oily like the ones you sometimes regret ordering. My mate’s plate across from me looked huge compared to mine, like the full English situation with eggs, toast, tomatoes, all of that. The whole place had that relaxed, slightly busy but not stressful morning vibe. People talking, clinking plates, nothing too loud. I just sat there with my coffee, trying not to spill anything, and actually enjoyed the whole thing way more than I expected. Would happily come back for another slow morning like that.

Joseph B.

Google

Great food and service and an even better coffee. Service is fast. We loved both the food and the drinks. We were there at opening times so we didn’t have to wait in line, I think we were the fourth customer.

kai

Google

#toast 522 — was debating between getting the Pb&J Brioche or the chili eggs but went with something savoury instead 🍳🍳 I think the flavors worked really well together and it’s a very refreshing flavor with the yogurt that isn’t overly garlicky 🍃 spent the early afternoon drawing in here and listening to someone talk about how to play the pokemon trading card game for 10 minutes which I thought was really in depth… like university lecture level. Came here as a solo diner and enjoyed the coziness of the small hidden gem in Neal’s Yard. Just a heads up, their kitchen closes at 4pm!! But drinks and pastries are still available after then :) Follow @nomkakaii on Instagram for more toast travels!

Nora A

Google

The best place for avocado toast. The best I had in my life! They use high quality of ingredients all the time. Always everything is in a good presentation and looking fresh. Matcha is delicious. Love their pastry as well. The view is amazing, the place is small but cozy and it is reallying pretty spot. Most of the time it is really full and busy, sometimes there are really long lines but it is worth waiting for! Used to be a client almost daily while I was in school. Can't wait to go back and try it again. The environment is definetly good , as well with the service and food!

Nicole B.

Yelp

As someone who is gluten free, I probably wouldn't recommend this place as the options are somewhat limited. Especially since they already have a limited menu. The waitstaff also wasn't the friendliest. Added to that, there is very limited space inside and outside so would probably suggest just coming for something quick and definitely not with a large group or anything.

Shilpa M.

Yelp

Cute spot in a hidden plaza. Small but gourmet menu. Mascarpone and pesto omelette. Coffee varieties.

Carin B.

Yelp

Ambiance is great, servers so friendly and food comes to you fast, Try their lemonades and the Brioche is a new item and I cant explain how yummy it was, wiped chesse with berry jam and its peanut crumble

Bob G.

Yelp

Went a few years ago & forgot to review. Everything we ordered was well prepared & tasty. This place might not be everyone's cuppa because of the limited menu. Great service & lovely outdoor cafe.

Niki R.

Yelp

Came for breakfast yesterday and had the most delicious savory toast of broccoli and harissa with whipped feta and ricotta. My sons had strawberry toast and a tropical rice pudding. Coffee and matcha lattes were piping hot and high quality. Such a cute location in Neal's Yard. Close to Neal's Yard Remedies and St. John Bakery.

Kirk F.

Yelp

This place is absolutely fantastic! Great food and nice people. Terrific chai! Get there early on weekends or there will be a line. It's worth it to be the early bird! Also...the people that work there are great and working hard. I hope everyone can be considerate and when you are done, walk to a bench somewhere and let someone else use your table. This is NOT a breakfast spot to nurse a cup of chai for an hour and a half and catch up with an old buddy...but there are so many places in Neal's Yard and Covent Garden where you can do that comfortably after your nice breakfast. And tip the people who work there! They are providing a really nice experience.

Nivi R.

Yelp

Cute little cafe in the seven dials market. The coffee and tea are both amazing. My friend tried the shakshuka for breakfast and really enjoyed it. Definitely a spot I'll visit whenever I am in London next.

Chloe F.

Yelp

Incredible coffee & even better food. We stopped after sleeping off our jet lag and the rhubarb compote on the 5 grain porridge absolutely healed us + Fried eggs in Ras el Hanout butter was irresistible. Make sure to get in early as the Neal's Yard restaurant filled up quickly within an hour of opening on a Sunday morning.

Sammy N.

Yelp

Lovely, lovely morning with the best porridge (oatmeal) you'll likely ever have! Had the Rhubarb + Blood Orange Porridge and it was delicious ~ The way a perfect oatmeal should be made .. .. Top-grade, friendly staff and a wonderful way to start the morning! TIP - Try to get here at least 15 minutes before opening (especially if the weather is iffy) .. .. It's a small space and will fill up quickly before they go to tables out front .. ..

Madi S.

Yelp

Delicious porridge. Long wait, but that's because the spot it so tiny. Come if you have time!

Eric Joseph D.

Yelp

If you come here, stick with the savory dishes and avoid the sweet! I love myself sweet porridge in the morning, but they make it way too sweet here. Hidden within Neal's Yard, this place offers the perfect farm to table dishes and highlights simple grains, avocadoes, and sprouts. In my most recent trip here, I got the savoury porridge with kale, egg, avocado, sriracha and seriously can't stop thinking about it. Oh Lawd was that good and pair that with their green smoothie - you are winning in life. Biggest downside is that they have somewhat small portions and it took about half an hour to get our food. They do warn you about this ahead of time, but if you are super hungry, this is not your place. The queue goes by really fast, but beware of waiting for your food.

Bridget K.

Yelp

This place is delicious! I came here on a Thursday morning around 9:30 for some breakfast. All 3 of us are vegan and the employees were more than happy to accommodate us. My brother and I had the Banana Tahini Porridge and my dad had the avocado toast. My brother also enjoyed an oat milk mocha. The food was so good! The porridge was so awesome. I loved the combination of banana + tahini with the oats. My dad's avocado toast was awesome as well. The toast was large but the porridge was on the smaller side.

Carlee D.

Yelp

This was the best breakfast I've had during my stay in London. Little place down an alleyway that is easily missed, but this place should not be! Packed with flavor and the sourdough was an amazing addition that somehow added another level to the eggs. Will definitely be back when I return to London.

Ryen B.

Yelp

Cute spot for breakfast when the weather is nice. Loved the berry buckwheat bircher. Healthy, filling, just the right amount of sweetness. Turmeric latte with oat milk was also nice. B liked the daily special, but I'm not a smoky cheese person. Lots of other things on the menu I wanted to try.

Laura D.

Yelp

This is my absolute favorite place on earth. The oatmeal is TO DIE for. I have been here for breakfast three times over the course of two visits to London. I had the summer rhubarb porridge flavor, the savory oatmeal with kale, cheese (?), and egg, and the banana-tahini oatmeal. The banana was much richer and thicker, due to the tahini, than the rhubarb or the pear flavor that my mom ordered, but was by far my favorite. The aesthetic of the cafe is very enjoyable, its decorated with pickled vegetables and plants. There is pretty limited indoor seating so beware during cold or wet weather! Also, the food does take a longer than usual time to come out because they handcraft each bowl, so be prepared to wait! Definitely well worth the wait though. :)

Mr L.

Yelp

What you need are 26 hours to find this place. Not marked, no directions on the website, NOT at the place listed on Google Maps or Apple Maps or Bing. And don't try calling. They don't list their number and the google number is also wrong. Apparently they imagine eating oats is an exclusive and secret club. Sharing this information with them was met with GUFFAWS! I accept I am unworthy of retail cooked oats.

Katherine G.

Yelp

Great place - the selection of tasty porridges, teas and coffees are perfect to start your day. Salads for lunch and wine to wind down in the evening make this place a perfect place to swing by any time!

Jeremy S.

Yelp

A must on any trip to London, and in fact it's what I do. Cozy location, great porridge and a bowl full of smiles from the staff. Super happy they made it through the pandemia!!

Jessica L.

Yelp

On our trip to London, we were fortunate enough to stay in the Seven Dials, and right next to Neal's Yard. The breakfast is so amazing that we came here every morning during our trip. For tourists and locals alike, it's always important to start your day with a healthy, delicious, local, and balanced meal, and I really believe that 26 Grains executes on all these points. For starters, it is in a great location. While Covent Garden and Seven Dials are both must-see destinations on their own, Neal's Yard provides an even more intimate opportunity to enjoy this neighbourhood. The cafe has an open wall, and a covering to shield from the elements. This is helpful both when it rained in the morning (which happened often) and to provide an airy, casual feeling to the establishment. There are little chairs and tables to enjoy your meal. In short - it's very cute! We ordered a good number of the bowls on the menu throughout our stay and every one was delicious. I especially enjoyed the Apple, Orange, Fennel Bircher Muesli bowl, but I feel like you can't go wrong with any item. The coffee was also awesome, with oat milk (the best milk alternative) as an option! Best of all, the cafe focuses on being environmentally sustainable and has options to use reusable bowls, mugs, and utensils while you dine-in - something that isn't always available for smaller cafes like this. Service was exceptional, warm, and welcoming. We even enjoyed having some conversations with our fellow diners while we were here. I will be back next time I am in London! :)

Veronika L.

Yelp

First things first, I'm not a fan of porridge. But this cozy breakfast/lunch restaurant in Neal's Yard with a constant queue caught my foodie eye. So I gave it a try. (1) Starting with the Green Smoothie, this tastes great for something so green! (2) My first trip here was memorable since my view of porridge changed as soon as I tasted the savoury porridge with kale, egg, avocado and sriracha. Now it's my go-to whenever I visit. (3) With a couple of sweet porridge options, I tried the Nordic Pear with coconut milk oats. It was alright at first but when I was halfway into it, I couldn't continue as it was so thick and slightly bland. I guess I'm not a porridge person after all (with the exception of her savoury one). -- voodie rating: 7.5/10 £12

GT W.

Yelp

This is a hidden gem in Neal's Yard tucked away in the heart of Covent Garden. We came twice - once for breakfast and once for lunch. The food on both occasions was phenomenal. Dishes have a homely, farm fresh aesthetic with moderate to smaller portions. Inside, 26 Grains looks like the set for a Food Network show with a beautiful, open kitchen. I tried the open-faced chicken salad sandwich [A] and savory porridge with kale, greens, egg, Sriracha, and avocado [A+]. Both amazing! Wife and I also split the toasted banana bread topped with butter and cocoa nibs [A+]. Wife ordered the hot porridge with apple, hazelnut, cinnamon and loved it [A+]. Overall, this was one of our favorite meals while traveling in the UK. Do not miss!

Kelvin Y.

Yelp

Delicious porridge with many interesting combination of ingredients. I had the Nordic Pear Porridge. The Porridge was perfectly prepared. The combination of ingredients includes creamy coconut milk and yogurt, a crunchy delicious granola, pears of course and some pumpkin seeds. Best porridge I've ever had bar none. Looking forward to trying their other menu items. Did I mention that they prepare excellent coffee? - comparably to the best coffee I've had in Rome and Portland Oregon. We've been back 4 more times. We obviously loved the food. The Porridge served with Fried Egg and Spinach was wonderful. The Banana Cocoa Porridge and the Hazelnut Butter Porridge was likewise great. I'm now inspired to prepare Porridge at home. I purchased the 26 Grains book written by the owner (sold at the restaurant).

Raylene C.

Yelp

Overall: The cutest little brunch spot I found while in London! Delicious porridge, cosy, cute ambience and friendly service. Hoping I can find a place like this in the Bay Area, otherwise I will be back if I visit London again! Cuisine: Ordered the Apricot Elderflower Bircher Muesli and Hazelnut & Butter Porridge. Both dishes were full of delicious, well-paired flavors! Would recommend the muesli if you're craving more of a cold, refreshing dish and the Hazelnut & Butter Porridge for a sweet, warm dish. If you're interested in savory, others next to us ordered the Egg and Kale which looked awesome! Ambience: Located through a small, beautiful alleyway. On warm days, the store front opens up to connect to an outside seating area in a little square surrounded by colorful buildings. The seating is very tight and at the outside tables you almost rub shoulders and backs with the people behind and to the side of you. Nonetheless it's part of the charm! Service: Friendly staff! Order at the counter then find yourself a table (or wait for one to open up). Despite the tight quarters, someone will bring you your dishes and when you're finished they will clean up your table once you leave.

Taren M.

Yelp

I've only marked down one star because it was a little bit of a 'thing' to find the spot. I only found it after searching the reviews for help. The shop is small and cozy, able to seat about 13 people comfortably. The food was delicious and the options, top notch. I love that they have an oatmilk option for coffee drinks! Definitely recommended!

Ann Y.

Yelp

Best location! Great servers! Awesome food! Located in the center of Neals Yard this place is a great way to start your day with some hardy breakfast. I had the Nordic Pear porridge which is made of almond milk spiced oats, pear, cacao crumble, seeds and greek yogurt. I didn't expect much considering it was just porridge but it was amazing! I loved it! The spiced oats gave a good kick in between spoonfuls and the chucks of fresh pear were exceptional bringing a light and refreshing feeling and cleansing you palette from the oats. There is a few tables inside and some located right outside the restaurant but it gets very busy here. Sit outside and enjoy colorful buildings and beautiful flowers!

Oskar W.

Yelp

26 Grains is one of my absolute favourite places in London. Located in the coziest little square, Neal's Yard, this small intimate place serves up bowls of some seriously good porridge. No, not only good. Fantastic. Amazing. Outstanding porridge. I had the 'Blueberry Almond' porridge which was heavenly. Oats cooked with almond milk, and then topped with a sweet blueberry compote, seeds, toasted coconut, strawberries, almond butter and amaranth. I am still dreaming about it. The coffee, with beans provide from Workshop Coffee, was just as good. Coming from Copenhagen, and being used to the famous 'Grød' café, I really know when porridge is good and when it isn't. This place surely tops 'best porridge so far' together with Grød in Copenhagen. Go here. Just do it. You won't regret it.

Denise L.

Yelp

I'm so sad about 26 Grains. I came to London a year ago and saw all the rave reviews of the place, but never got the opportunity to go. This year, I was so determined to go, and finally made it happen (twice). Maybe I just hyped up the place too much in my head, but I really didn't like this place. Okay, yes, the porridge is BEAUTIFULLY presented, and I love how cute the place is, tucked into a corner of Neal's Yard. I DON'T love how crowded the place is, especially on a Saturday afternoon. The first time I came was a random Wednesday morning and the wait wasn't too bad. Others have mentioned that they take a long time with the porridge; the second time I came, I waited over 30 minutes for them to make my porridge. It just seems that they have a very inefficient system of taking orders and making them. So the first time I came, I got the Nordic pear porridge. Really great texture in the porridge - creamy, smooth, and thick. However, I couldn't get over the spices they used. I think there was tumeric in there? My porridge had a salty taste that really made me dislike the dish. Wanting to give them another chance, I went again that weekend and ordered the apple butter & hazelnut porridge. Again, it was salty, though still maintained a beautiful presentation. I really love porridge and really wanted to love this place, but sadly, this was a miss for me. Maybe my taste buds are just messed up though, or I got a dud out of the batches of porridge, since everyone else seems to like it so much!

Hanna R.

Yelp

A small lovely Cafe in a wonderful location. Good service, very tasty and healthy food. Loved their breakfast bowls and a turmeric latte - first time that I tasted it. Worth to come and to try something new, unusual and very tasty

K L.

Yelp

I love porridge and try it everywhere I go. The porridge here was excellent and the location is amazing, albeit a little difficult to find. Google Maps doesn't tell you to go down a little alleyway into the square. But once you find it, the porridge and the beautiful surroundings are worth the hunt.

Warren C.

Yelp

From the Covent Garden Underground, it is a nice walk going through the streets to find 26 Grains. The porridge here are delicious, but a tad expensive and might not be filling. Still, any porridge with honey will hit the spot. Most of the bowls are on the sweeter side. The staff are very friendly and offers their views on what you might like based on your taste. If you sit outside, you have a beautiful view of a small and colorful square. The seating area inside the restaurant is tight, but cozy.

Nethaniel S.

Yelp

Unbelievable food. Great atmosphere. Must stop by for a brilliant breakfast. Best bowl of oats in the country. A little pricy but definitely work it

cyn c.

Yelp

Loved my banana oatmeal bowl. My only regret is that I didn't find this amazing spit sooner!

Hiran T.

Yelp

Porridge perfection. This little and well-known cafe brings the best of Copenhagen tastes to Neil's Yard. Like Grom, Alex Hely-Hutchinson helps the masses recover from childhood porridge traumas to rediscover and enjoy the beauty of the grain. The sweet selection is headed by the ever-popular blueberry, bay and cacao porridge. But, I'd urge you to go for the savoury sriracha spiced porridge instead. It's a subtle patchwork of texture, flavoursome and warming for a cool morning and a dish that will be hard to get out of your mind. If you really really hate porridge, there is a selection of breakfast pastries available at the counter. The banana chocolate danish is not bad either

splash D.

Yelp

We went to this place after noticing the high review on yelp. Neal yard setting was very beautiful. We sat right outside of the shop, enjoying latte and porridge. I liked my hazelnut butter porridge. Half way through our meal, we felt bunch of dust fell from above. We looked up but only saw empty balcony. I went inside the store and told the girl behind the counter about it. She quickly responded "that wasn't our fault" multiple times and didn't seem to talk no more. Hmm that reaction was a bit unusual. Wonder how many times this happened before. I was just trying to let them know that maybe directly under the window is not a good seating place. Bewildered, I went back to the table, after trying to save the food unsuccessfully, we left.

Faith H.

Yelp

Amazing food! People told me the food in London sucked but all of my experiences have been AMAZING! 26 Grain made simple food taste gourmet! I am in love with this place and will go there first the next time I visit London! I recommend the avocado toast with two fried eggs on top, and any of the porridge bowls... split it with a friend!

Stephanie Keiko K.

Yelp

OBSESSED. This place has the BEST. PORRIDGE. IN LIFE. The ingredients are perfection and everything is prepared with such love and care, it's truly nourishment for body AND soul. The only problem is that I wanted to sit there and work my way through the entire menu, but I had to decide on what would actually fit in my belly. The Nordic pear porridge did not disappoint, and the sprinkling of gorgeous amaranth garnish was delightful. I also had the turmeric hot chocolate, which I wanted to last forever. I am SO coming back when I'm in London again.

Sabrina G.

Yelp

Such a cute and cozy cafe! I love oatmeal and porridge, so I was super excited after seeing this place on Yelp! I got the hazelnut butter porridge! Loved it! Had tons of hazelnuts and the perfect amount of sugar and butter! I wish I put bananas inside instead of apples, but I am pretty sure you are able to add/replace toppings if you ask! Just wished the lady used gloves when making the oats, but not a big deal :) Haven't tried the Museli (cold oats), but I will definitely be back before I head back to California! Update: I went back again before heading back home haha! I got the same exact porridge (Hazelnut & Butter) because I was craving it since the day before and it was just as delicious as the first time :) Definitely try it!

Steven N.

Yelp

Excellent creative porridge. Friendly staff. Nice setting. A great way to start the day in London.

Lu Z.

Yelp

So good! It's a busy and tiny restaurant. But they serve food fast. My porridge is savory his is sweet. A great start for our trip on day 1.

Ying W.

Yelp

mainly oat porridges and change with season. Just ...latte with almond milk might really not b an ideal choice. Healthy brunch!

Angelique M.

Yelp

Delicious soup here today. It can be tricky to get a seat, and being propped up at the bar can make you feel in the way a bit, however the food is so good. Feels like only great quality ingredients go into the heart warming and satisfying meal. Have to come back for breakfast.

Sayuri T.

Yelp

I am very disappointed. First the staffs there are not nice at all. Feel so fake. Don't know I'm Asian or not. I ordered Avocado breakfast dish which is super simple one shouldn't be bad. But it wasn't taste good as the Avocado was very hard I couldn't eat. I'll never visit.

Tat S.

Yelp

This place is hidden in Covent garden, a charming spot fitted for the spectacular food. The atmosphere is lovely- you can sit inside the small shop, or enjoy the breeze outside. I had the almond flakes with melted butter porridge and a matcha latte. Both bring a hyggeligt experience of warm bowls of farm to table dishes and drinks. Will return again when I come to London!

Yvonne N.

Yelp

Guttered that I couldn't have the Nordic pear porridge (which I understand is only available for breakfast) so I had to settle for the apple hazelnut which still very much satisfied the oat cravings. Just what I needed after leisurely afternoon walking through Covent Gardens. Would totally come here again for a pit stop.

Mike G.

Yelp

This a a great little cafe with a hipster vibe. The food (who knew pourage could be so good) as well as other items, tea and coffee are great.

R N.

Yelp

This is a tiny breakfast cafe serving all-day ostmeals and toasts. It's pretty much as organic and vegan as you can get. That said, the oatmeal bowls weren't nearly as flavorful or exciting as they sounded. Maybe it's my American palate, but I had to add a lot of honey to the dish to make it taste right :/ Also, this place was lacking in friendliness and I could sense a lot of attitude... I mean, I am putting down $7+ for oatmeals and toasts that I could easily get at Pret or EAT faster and more cheaply. I chose to come here and support this business- at least treat me nicely?

Gabi T.

Yelp

I've been stalking 26 Grains on Instagram forever, long before I'd even cemented my plans to move to London. So on my first day out, it was top on my list of spots to try out on the London breakfast scene. After getting ever so slightly lost (I'm new) I found it in a wonderfully remote triangle courtyard-style area in the middle of Neal's Yard in the Seven Dials area. It's tiny with just one large table outside and a few small ones inside. Note that the seats are quite small timber square stools - not the most comfortable seats but not awful. The menu, written on chalkboards both inside and outside, display a range of seasonally changing porridges plus a few cold dishes (this may change in other seasons I'm guessing) like Bircher and a smoothie bowl plus some delicious sounding savoury options. A good range of hot and cold drinks available too, including some trendier sounding options like turmeric hot chocolate and the now common matcha latte. I ordered the Rhubarb & Cardamom porridge with buckwheat and oats on almond milk with stewed rhubarb, tahini Greek yoghurt, cardamom granola, coconut flakes and amaranth (6) plus an Americano and milk on the side (2.5). Ordering and payment is done at the counter simultaneously. Considering their porridge is made fresh (you can see them stirring over the stovetop) it didn't take long to arrive and the coffee came quickly too. Coffee (Workshop Coffee roast) was excellent and exceed my snobby Australian expectations. The porridge was creamy but not heavy and relatively unsweetened with the rhubarb and yoghurt adding tartness balanced by the sweeter granola and coconut. It was basically a porridge version of my ideal Bircher muesli with contrasting flavours and textures - granola on porridge is genius. It was a delicious and substantial breakfast and I will be back to try more of the menu! Very cute spot and with Neal's Yard Wi-Fi available, it was the perfect spot to chill out and enjoy the morning although the minimal amount of seating meant that I felt I shouldn't linger too long.

Ploi S.

Yelp

It is a lovely space and I love the vibe so much but avocado toast I have here is horrible!! It's just a not completed flavor! Too much of things you don't need on avocado like herb seeds that killed the whole thing!! I give star out for the atmosphere but I'm giving none to the dish I had.

Areeta A.

Yelp

Hi my healthy friends! I wrote this on my food blog as well, but this place is super nutritious and is in such a beautiful area. Personally, I love really tasty, unhealthy food so this was definitely something new for me. However, I truly feel like those who are super into health and fitness would really like this place! They're really known for their porridge (oatmeal) so that's what my friend and I tried! The first is the Banana Tahini Porridge which comes with almond milk oats, banana, tahini, honey, milk, sesame, and cacao (it normally comes with dairy milk but we used the almond alternative!). The second is a cold bowl called the Berry Bircher, which comes with almond milk soaked chia seeds & oats, banana, buckwheat, granola, and berry smoothie! It was more room-temperature which wasn't as satisfying . I'm not a huge fan of healthy food but this was pretty decent for my liking! I really do wish there was more flavor though!

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