Birley Bakery

Sunny Sunday morning vibes 😎 nothing better than a slow walk and a mission: to finally try what everyone keeps calling the best croissant in London. I wanted to see if the hype was real. I went classic and ordered a plain croissant and a pain aux amandes. Then I spotted a half jambon-beurre sitting in the vitrine basically calling my name… so yeah, that joined the party too. Let me start with the croissant: incredible. Flaky in all the right ways, buttery without being greasy, and the inside had that perfect airy honeycomb structure. Honestly, it could stand proudly next to some of the top bakeries in Paris. It was that good. The pain aux amandes was fine, but it didn’t have that deep almond flavor or texture I usually look for. And the jambon-beurre was solid, though I personally would’ve gone with a salted butter to make the whole thing pop. Tip💡: Grab your croissant to go, then walk across the street to Amar Café for a coffee and enjoy everything in the little square outside. It completes the whole experience 👌🏼

The Almond pain au chocolat was so good, I ordered another two the next day. Honestly, the best one I've ever had. Slight crunch on the outside, filled with the right amount of almonds and chocolate. I could be wrong, but I think its also dipped in rum syrup? It gives it a slightly sticky coating which adds to the experience. The pastry was buttery and flakey, how it should be. The brownie was good too, but the Pain Au Chocolat blew me away. Next time I will try some other pastries and add to this review.

Birley Bakery in Chelsea is a cozy, authentic French bakery-café that feels like a little slice of Paris in London. Tucked on Cale Street near King’s Road, it offers a welcoming atmosphere with beautifully displayed pastries you rarely find elsewhere in the city — from delicate tartes Tropéziennes to inventive puff-pastry creations. Despite the Saturday morning rush, the staff were cheerful, patient, and genuinely kind as I took my time deciding what to order. A true gem for anyone seeking exceptional French baking and warm service in one of London’s poshest neighborhoods.

Almond pain au chocolat was delicious. Perfectly balanced and not too sweet. Good crunch. The staff could be more polite and welcoming but it was lunchtime rush so maybe it was because of that.

I was very impressed with Birely Bakery it was like being transported to Paris or boulangerie in France, the interior replicates perfectly a French bakery shop. They had a range of patisseries I chose a croissant and an orange and cinnamon madeleine and the croissant was very good. Usually croissants in bakeries are quite dry and lack that butter flavour, but Birley nails the French croissant. You can tell by the butter! The madeleine was very good as well.

Just tried Birley Bakery and I’m seriously impressed! Their baked goods are absolutely delicious — especially the sablé and the baguette, both were top-tier. You can really taste the quality. Also, big shoutout to Jawanza — super helpful, kind, and made the whole experience even better. Great service makes all the difference! Definitely coming back. 🍞🥐👏 I Think I forgot my charger there 🤣 save it I will come back.

The BEST almond croissant I’ve had in London. Very well balanced and I enjoyed every single bite of it. Very highly recommended.

I literally loved everything I tried in this bakery The sweet is out of this world 😍 very balanced taste The mocha is so tasty one of the best in London actually. I will definitely come back