River Cafe.

Cafe · Hurlingham

River Cafe.

Cafe · Hurlingham

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1A Station Approach, London SW6 3UH, United Kingdom

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All-day breakfasts, pasta, and sandwiches with classic charm  

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1A Station Approach, London SW6 3UH, United Kingdom Get directions

£1–10

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1A Station Approach, London SW6 3UH, United Kingdom Get directions

+44 20 7736 6296

£1–10

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London’s Best Italian Caffs, According to Caffs Not Cafes Instagram | Eater London

"“Years of exposure to smoke, fried bacon and chips have left them with the deep-brown patina of old masters,” writes Edwin Heathcote, the FT’s architecture critic, of the ageing coastal scenes that plaster the walls of the River Cafe, in his book London Caffs. Yes, with the River Cafe, there’s lots to wax lyrical about: its cerulean blue wall tiles, decorated with garlands; its lovely, mirror-like pigmented glass ceiling panels; the prehistoric signage out front. But for those more into food than interiors, a visit to the River Cafe won’t leave anybody disappointed. The place attracts a steady match-day crowd, along with plenty of classic old-man-with-a-newspaper types, all digging into chip-heavy fry-ups, soft Britalian pastas and other elevated canteen-style dishes, like crumble and custard. Visitors might even spot a Juventus-shirted staff member eating a cooked breakfast after his shift, which might just be the strongest endorsement a caff can get." - Isaac Rangaswami

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Waterside Restaurants

"Iconic restaurant on the banks of the Thames with a riverside terrace or window seats, known for superlative ingredients and authentic Italian flavors." - The MICHELIN Guide UK Editorial Team

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AlexC

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My favourite greasy spoon now that the other Italian place is full of tourists! Super friendly family run traditional caff doing all the usual plus the modern stuff (avo, poached eggs, flat whites) so suits traditionalists as well as the new breed. Also do pasta and sandwiches sp not just breakfast. These guys know what they're doing. You can tell they've perfected their art over many years.

Nicola Pennisi

Google
Such a great spot for an English breakfast and cup of tea. A great selection on offer. The staff were very friendly and greet their regulars by name. Our breakfast was very generous.

Bebeliana C

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Super friendly and funny owner (Father and son) with warm service. It’s an over hundred years old cafe with old school style. Food is freshly made and hot. Wonderful coffee. This cafe just located opposite to the station. Have off street pay-parking. Full of great memories! Of course reasonable fair price!

James Lindsay

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This place is incredible! The best English breakfast I have ever had. They put the ENGLISH in English breakfast! When the food comes it is so well cooked and piping hot! The coffee is just how it should be! If only this place was around during the times of the plague they would of saved a lot of lives with breakfasts like this 😂 10/10 you have to go!

Graham Commons

Google
Had a wonderful lunchtime meal at The River Cafe. The food was great quality, arrived quickly, and was piping hot... just how I like it! The staff were excellent: friendly, helpful, and happy to answer any questions about the menu. I even stayed a bit longer to enjoy a rock cake, which I’d definitely recommend! The setting is traditional and homely, a refreshing change from the growing number of ‘hipster cafes’ in London serving bad coffee, bland food, and indifferent service at overpriced rates. This is not the case at The River Cafe. Value for money was great and the whole experience left me looking forward to returning the next time I'm in Putney!

Jamie Goulding

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Visited here on a matchday, and was welcomed as an away fan. Fairly respectable pricing and the food was really nice. Can recommend this place for both food and drinks

Kevin McBee

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Amazing experience! Great food and friendly staff! Highly recommended!!

Tarik Husseini

Google
Really great old school cafe. Loved the vibe, and the straightforward menu. Cheers!