Scootercaffe

A Halloween Horror Show (And I Don't Mean The Costumes) 😈 ​I’ve been coming here for years, which is why I’m genuinely shocked and disappointed to write this. My recent visit on Halloween was an absolute horror show, and the cocktails perfectly fitted the theme. ​We ordered a classic line up: first round: a Negroni and a Whisky Sour. Second round: an Amaretto Sour, and an Old Fashioned. Here’s the punchline: they all looked and, more importantly, tasted exactly the same. Seriously, it was like a liquid illusion. It seemed every single drink had been heavily cut with water, delivering a confusing, diluted nothingness instead of a cocktail. ​To add insult to injury, they were served in those depressing, thick-rimmed school canteen glasses, giving the impression they’d completely given up. This whole performance cost £11.70 per drink - a price that is an absolute joke for what felt like four glasses of slightly flavoured ice water. ​On top of the mixology disaster, the two bar girls we interacted with had an equally chillingly bad attitude. It’s incredibly sad to see a long-time favourite sink this low. I won't be rushing back to this ghost of a good bar anytime soon. I'm attaching pictures of our second round of "cocktails" (amaretto sour and old fashion) as well as pictures of what it should look like. I've left the name of the website in case the bar staff want to check it 😉.

Lovely bar, excellent staff, delicious toasties. Cool and friendly. Fab music. Literally ticks all the boxes any night of the week. Highly recommend! Keep London cool and go to more places like THIS.

They have a Cat named Oscar!! Adorably cute! The hot chocolate is heavenly!

An old school favorite, this shabby chic place serves incredible Colombian coffee roasted by the owner himself. A coffee costs £2.90 (unheard of in most parts of London. The resident cat Oscar is a friendly face and ensures any London pests are kept at bay i imagine!

One of my all time fav cocktail bars in London. Although today it was mulled wine ❤️🙌

Unacceptable and Disgusting Behaviour from Scootercaffe Staff I’ve lived locally and supported Scootercaffe on Lower Marsh for over six years. It’s been part of my routine, a spot I chose to support. That ends now. On Wednesday, 19th June at 1:28 PM, I came in for a drink and something to eat. I was polite, calm, and friendly. I asked what paninis were available. The woman behind the bar (approximately 5’7”, mid-20s, mixed heritage) replied rudely: “We don’t sell paninis.” Her tone was aggressive, dismissive, and needlessly sharp. I said I thought they served food, and she snapped again, saying they only serve toasties. Her tone was even more unpleasant. No effort to help, no professionalism, no basic courtesy. Just attitude. Still, I placed an order and sat down. I waited 25 minutes with no food and no communication. I returned to the bar and spoke to another staff member (a man, approximately 5’9”, mid-30s, white, Scottish accent) who said: “My colleague forgot to put your order through.” No apology. No explanation. Just cold indifference. I waited another 15 minutes. Still nothing. I had now waited 37 minutes. I calmly asked for a refund. He responded: “We don’t give refunds.” That is false. I own and run multiple businesses, including cashless venues. I know how systems work. After a back-and-forth, he reluctantly refunded me using coins from the tip jar. One-pound and 50p coins, handed over with no apology. Moments later, the toastie appeared, brought by the same woman. Not to my table. No apology. Just shoved into my hands at the bar like I was a problem. I said I no longer wanted the food and was leaving. As I walked out, I calmly said I’d be leaving a review. The man laughed and said: “Looking forward to it.” Both staff laughed as I left. This wasn’t just unprofessional. It was humiliating. I was mocked for daring to speak up after waiting nearly 40 minutes and being treated with open contempt. The energy was juvenile, passive-aggressive, and bullying. This Review Is to Hold Them Accountable This isn’t about a wrong order. It’s about how people are treated. I run businesses and lead teams. I understand pressure. This wasn’t pressure. This was contempt. Mocking a customer, refusing to apologise, and showing no responsibility is disgraceful. I didn’t stay quiet. I spoke with staff at neighbouring businesses, including Greensmiths Deli, and was told this wasn’t the first time someone had flagged rudeness at Scooter Café. I also have a social media following of 1.5 million. If needed, I can share this more broadly. I take hospitality seriously, and I won’t stay silent when customers are mocked for holding staff to a basic standard of respect. To the Owners This is your team. They represent your name. If this is how you let staff treat paying customers, laughing at them, insulting them, embarrassing them, then you are complicit. These weren’t just bad attitudes. They were disgracefully rude, and there’s no excuse. Why I Included Descriptions The staff descriptions are to help others identify them. If your experience is anything like mine, you deserve to know in advance. These people should not be in customer-facing roles. Final Word Scootercaffe may look charming, but charm means nothing when customers are treated with bullying behaviour. I strongly advise spending your money elsewhere. There are many independent cafés nearby where people are treated with dignity and respect. This review is not just a warning. It is a record of how some businesses fail at the most basic level: treating people like human beings.

Lovely hidden little cafe. Great coffee which they roast themselves. Good selection of traditional cakes and pastries too. The staff were cheery and friendly. It’s very “vintage” in style which is lovely - although it’s a bit dark when you first walk in! Lovely atmosphere though.

Scooter Cafe is a cozy spot for enjoying coffee or toasties, with a dimly lit, slightly moody ambiance that adds to its charm. It’s an ideal place to meet up with friends or coworkers. We tried two Americanos, though the coffee wasn’t very strong. There are plenty of seating options, making it easy to find a comfortable spot to relax or chat.

Unacceptable and Disgusting Behaviour from Scootercaffe Staff I've lived locally and supported Scootercaffe on Lower Marsh for over six years. It has always been a part of my routine -- a local spot I chose to give my business to. That is no longer the case. On Wednesday, 19th June at 1:28 PM, I came in for a drink and something to eat. I was polite, calm, friendly, and approached the counter with a simple question: I asked what paninis were available. The woman behind the bar, approximately 5'7", mid-20s, mixed heritage, British, responded curtly with: "We don't sell paninis." Her tone was aggressive, dismissive, and unnecessarily sharp. I responded that I thought they served food, and she snapped again that they only serve toasties -- in an even more unpleasant tone. It was not only rude, it was disgustingly rude. There was no professionalism, no effort to help, no basic courtesy. Just attitude. Despite this, I still placed an order and sat down. I waited 25 minutes with no food, no communication. I returned to the bar and spoke to another staff member -- a man, approximately 5'9", mid-30s, white, Scottish accent, medium build -- who informed me that: "My colleague forgot to put your order through." No apology. No explanation. Just more cold indifference. I waited an additional 15 minutes. Still nothing. At this point, I had waited 37 minutes. I calmly asked for a refund. He replied: "We don't give refunds." That is categorically false. As someone who owns and runs multiple businesses, including cashless venues, I know exactly how systems work. After a back-and-forth, he reluctantly refunded me -- using coins from the tip jar. One-pound coins and 50p pieces, handed over without so much as a basic "sorry." Moments later, the toastie appeared -- brought out by the same woman. Not to my table, not with a word of apology. Just shoved into my hands at the bar like I was a nuisance. At this point I made it clear I no longer wanted the food and that I was leaving. As I walked out, I calmly said I would be writing a review. The man laughed and replied: "Looking forward to it." Both staff members laughed as I left. Let me be clear: this was not just unprofessional -- it was humiliating. I was mocked by two staff members for daring to speak up after receiving disgustingly rude service and being left without food for nearly 40 minutes. The energy was juvenile, passive-aggressive, and bullying in nature. It was appalling. This Review Is to Hold Them Accountable This isn't about a wrong order or a slow day. This is about the way human beings are treated. I run businesses and manage teams -- I understand pressure. But what I experienced wasn't pressure. It was contempt. Mocking a customer to their face, offering no apology, and showing zero responsibility is shameful. The behaviour of both staff members was disgraceful, and they must be held accountable. I did not stay quiet. I visited several neighbouring businesses and shared what happened, Greensmiths Deli was one of them. The reactions from staff and owners nearby made it clear this is not the first time someone has flagged rude behaviour at this café. On top of that, I have a social media following of 1.5 million. If necessary, I can share this experience with a wide audience quickly. I take hospitality and service seriously, and I won't stay silent when customers are treated this way. To the Owners This is your team. They represent your name and your café. If this is how you allow your staff to treat paying customers -- laughing at them, insulting them, embarrassing them -- you are complicit. These employees were not just rude. They were disgustingly rude. There was no excuse for it. None. Why I Included Staff Descriptions I've included brief physical descriptions so that if you happen to be served by these individuals, you can be fully aware. If your experience is anything like mine, it is only fair that you know in advance. These people should not be in public-facing roles, and they should be held responsible for their disgraceful conduct. Final Word Scootercaffe may have charm as a venue, but that is meaningless when the staff treat locals with contempt and bullying behaviour. I strongly advise against going there. Spend your money elsewhere -- there are plenty of other brilliant independent cafés on Lower Marsh where customers are treated with basic dignity and respect. This review is not just a warning. It is a record. A record of how some businesses fail at the most fundamental level: treating people like human beings.

Their espresso martini is devilishly and dangerously good. Such a fun spot for coffee and drinks. I love the area, and the shop itself is wonderful. Quick service, fair prices, and an overall great stop.

Wonderful espresso, friendly service, and reasonable prices. It is worth the extra walk if you're touring around the Westminster Abby area, just to get off the well-trodden tourist path for a quiet sip and pastry.

Funky interior, but really good coffee. Perfect pick me up on a chilly Sunday morning. Serve beer and cocktails later in the day.

Yes, there is a lazy cat walking around, but the cafe is interesting enough by itself. I love the casual ambiance, I think it attracts friendlier people. What's good : - Free wifi. - They allow you to bring in outside food. - There's a cute cat walking like he owns the place. - Drinks and cocktails. What's not: - The placing is not the proper one for a cafe like this. The decor is just my type: relaxing, vintage and rustic. It has great vibes, pleasing and relaxing atmosphere and the loveliest staff. It is perfect for some 'me time'.

This is the most dive-y, badass business in London. So comfortable in its awesomeness that it exists in an area that is the antithesis of trendy - just outside the biggest commuter terminal in London. It's like the business owner asked himself, "Where should I open up a really cool cafe-cum-bar? Shoreditch? Hoxton? Fuck it. Waterloo." So you want: -Coffee in the morning? -Cocktails at night? -BYO food and free wifi any time? -A cup of tea in the evening when everyone else is drinking cocktails? No problem. Come to ScooterCaffè and own it, my friend.

Coffee+Booze Bar (The best of both of both drugs. I mean worlds.) Locally baked cake Free wifi (but no computer camping) Free VHS movie nights And on a side note, cat! I'm a café cat. And I meow meow meow, I meow meow meow. Cat. I'm a café cat. And I dance dance dance, I dance dance dance. Now these are some backstreet boys I can get behind.

Retro-trinkets, 1920s music, two cats and an English waitress quick to break into foreign accents and language. This is definitely my kinda place. The aspect I like most about ScooterCaffe was the gloriously escapist feel to it. The hint of this starts at the door: it's dimly lit inside, making it very difficult to see into the cafe from the outside. But enough is visible to stoke your curiosity. A Vespa scooter sits in the window with a cloth union jack flag draped over it. Next to it lie various faded bric-a-brac from yesteryear. Walking into the cafe reveals ScooterCaffe in its full retro glory. Rusty scooters against the walls. Tables covered in red and white checked table cloths. Walls plastered with old pictures and turn of the 20th century adverts. 1920s music playing in mono. So convincing was its effect that for a while, I felt like I'd wandered on to the set of a 1920s play. So, its retro-effect is pretty spell-binding. It's also got free wifi, a small space outside at the back and a large basement downstairs with more seating (though less retro-themed and more fairy lit). But a couple of things stop it from attaining 5 star status. The hot chocolate and brownie I had weren't exceptional, more edging towards the mediocre, which was disappointing given the stunning lead-up to them. If they can fix that (hint: source the brownies from market stall Galeto's. Job done. And look to French bakery Paul for pointers on how to make the best hot chocolate) then this place will be a shoe-in for 5 stars.

Wow, are you sure - 5 stars?! Erm yep, no doubt about it. This place has so much character and charm it really didn't matter that the loo didn't actually have a sink, I mean at least it had a loo! So this place was on the agenda for Larissa and mines coffee morning today and popping in was a treat. they didn't do filter coffee but what they did do, they did well. They also now seem to be stocking tasty looking chocolate brownies too! A mish mash of cute tables and chairs and super friendly service you can't really ask for more. A great little coffee shop that also holds its own as a bar.

I can't add much more to the chorus here, only to say this place is an awesome and rare blend of charm, service and quirk that you can't help but smile and love it. And the manager is a cat. That is all.

Scooterworks is a comfort vortex. If I didn't have places to go I would lounge in here for eternity. There is a store cat that hangs out with the customers and lounges on the chairs. I covet its destiny. I would love to lay all over this place all day and get petted without having to worry about diurnal responsibilities. What a great life. And what a great place. The décor is all funky, with a motor engine espresso machine and old-school Vespa signs posted on the wall. They have board games and super comfy chairs. Most of the people having coffee here looked like regulars. A lot of people were writing and reading and chatting with the staff. It is a really relaxed atmosphere. This is definitely a hidden gem.

The Scooter Works bar and cafe, just behind Waterloo station is my newest discovery. It is an absolute delight. I was taken by a friend of mine who has been coming here for 4 years, and is always happy when she misses her train at Waterloo because it means that she can come here instead. The idea behind this small little room is that is emulates a 50's Italian coffee shop where the twin passions are good quality espressos and...scooters! So there are a couple of scooters nonchalantly parked next to the till, along with a smattering of Italian records thrown around for good measure. Played wrong, this could end up looking a little contrived, but this place really works. It helps that the coffee is sublime, easily on par with the Monmouth coffee company. It also helps that the staff have an authentic 50's Milanese coffee machine to work with. The menu is tiny, written on the back of a postcard. I ordered the hot chocolate which was like nothing I had drank before. It took about 5 minutes to make and then I drank it in 10 seconds. It is more like melted dark chocolate. I wanted to order the white chocolate with nutmeg, which apparently tastes like thick custard, but was told that this flavour had sold out, and when they sell out, someone has to go back to Italy to get the ingredients. I guess I will just have to hang around until they get it back in.

Cosy and cramped is the Scooter Caffe on an icy cold day. We sat along the wall under a low-hanging ceiling light (ouch!) near the staircase and adjacent banister upon which a sleeping cat was magically perched. The hot chocolate was almost eaten with a fork it was so dense. Mmmmm. The latte was greedily and gratefully consumed. (-coulda been less foamy and a bit warmer...) Tip: try to snag a chair that's not too low to the ground! My friend was almost eye-level with our table! :D

Considering I wanted to go to Scooterworks the first time I passed it, it took me a long time to get there. Every tie I was going out with friends, I'd say, "Let's go to that scooter bar!" I finally made it there last week and it was more awesome than the Beatles in their heyday... well...ok, that would be a tough battle, but Scooterworks is still amazing. Going to Scooterworks feels like stepping into Naples in the 1960's. I think their front door is actually a portal in time. My friend and I got cappuccinos and settled down at one of the only empty tables. The drinks were perfectly foamy and delightfully delicious. I loved the crowd - a laid back, artsy, diverse bunch, and I love the ambiance. I think we'd all be hard pressed to find any other cafe that doubles as a Vespa good shop anywhere in the world. (Or is it the other way around?) The only downfall (if I may venture to even associate that word with this cafe/bar), is that they have no food there. But this cannot abate their greatness - just know what to expect.

5 star rating 17/1/2010 3 photos Woefully under-advertised and sadly not open on Sundays the Scooter Cafe serves coffee, tea, hot chocolate and alcoholic beverages in a venue that gradually morphed from a Scooter repair workshop into a pub/cafe (you can still find tools scattered about and there is a scooter in the front window, often inhabited by one or both of their two pet cats). You can bring your own food. They show free films downstairs on Monday nights and have a supply of board games. Downstairs is also available to hire for private parties. The prices are very reasonable and the atmosphere is unlike anywhere else, a real vintage gem.

Hearing there was a resident cat sold the deal for me when I found this place on Yelp. We had time to kill before checking into our hotel and fancied a coffee, so nipped in here for our caffeine fix. It ended up with just me having a coffee and somehow managed to pick the table where the cat was fast asleep on a chair next to. Not deliberate, honest! Unfortunately, the milk in my coffee had taken a turn for the worst. Immediately realised it was sour. Took the coffee back up to the girl who served me, she apologised and said there had been problems with the milk before. She happily swapped the coffee for a lovely, refreshing Fentimans lemonade. The decor is scooter and vintage themed, very cool. They have a small terrace area at the back that looks like a little sun trap too. Lots of delicious looking cakes on the counter too. I would go back if I was in London, hope they can get the sour milk situation straightened out, it's a cool wee place. Passed it later on that night and it was buzzing with folk drinking inside and out.

Came for the cat, stayed for a chat! In all seriousness, I visited the London Eye recently with some friends, and we decided to stop here afterwards once I told them that it had a resident cat (sorta like a cat cafe). I ordered a coffee while my friends both ordered tea, and we sat downstairs. We honestly lost track of time in the cafe, as the environment and vibe were really quite nice. Something in between hipster and comfortable. Really enjoyed this place and the coffee/tea were quite good, but not spectacular. Unfortunately the kitty was asleep during the time I was there, but seemed quite friendly. One of the finds on Yelp that I am most proud of. Definitely coming back if in the neighborhood.

This is a quirky little café that roasts their own beans. They offer cake with your coffee, but sadly no meals. You can bring in something from the markets nearby to eat with your coffee though, so that's cool. Plenty of Cuban music playing while I was there. Didn't see the cat though

Awesome spot for a drink at night or for hot chocolate in the morning. Great location, great prices, and a stellar barista named Ana. Will definitely keep coming here. Be sure to stop by if you come into Waterloo everyday!

If you pop in here within the next week and find I've moved in, don't be surprised. Buy me a coffee instead. I came here for an event last week and it's... perfect. I wanted to come back during the day to get a proper idea of it, and I have and I love it here. Really, there's nothing about this cafe/bar/music venue/events thing/ cinema thing of brilliance that I don't like. Here are some things that are awesome: The latte. Perfect. Not so much coffee I'm a jittery wreck, and lots of foam. The music. Old school indie. Perfect. The decor - scooters! Everywhere! How silly! There used to be a scooterworkshop here, now there's not but it's still fun! Cats! Anywhere can be vastly improved with the addition of a purry kitty. Well this place has four, I think. The tips go to the food fund. Cuteness The events. Live mic nights, SATURDAY MORNING CARTOONS and other things of awesome. You can take your own lunch in. They ask you to take your rubbish though. Nice. Free wifi! Yay! See? Moving in. Cute boys! Very cute boys. Everywhere. Staff, punters, scooter cat loving boys. See? There's nothing I don't like about this place. The fact that I only live fifteen minutes away makes me very very happy. I've spent my time in London searching for the perfect cafe. I think I've found it.

Nice enviornment in the evening and great relaxed cafe in the day. Coffee + cake are really good way to spend time in the afternoon, some of the best latte in the area. Tried the coffee martini in the evening and it was nice.

Oh my god! this place really is amazing! It's got a really relaxed vibe, with a cat strolling about, chilled tunes on the stereo, and the most amazing hot chocolate I have ever tasted in my life... seriously! this stuff is like chocolate mouse! £1.80 a cup! such a treat! They dont serve food here but you are welcome to bring in your own lunch and eat it there which is great! They have lots of scooter helmets on the wall and a vespa inside! try it you will love it!

Totally unique and a delight to go to, the Vespa Caffe cheers me up to no end because personality is allowed here and there is no bland nod to perceived commercial wisdom/tat!! Came here yesterday morning with 2 friends for a quick catch up. Caffe was already busy with young mums and dads and their buggies. We managed to squeeze ourselves into a corner and it was well worth it. Awesome coffees from the Faema professional barista machine (rare to find in the UK). Cat lovers will adore their experience here where a moggy roams free amongst the customers!! Curiously, little to no food on offer apart from biscoti. I was advised by the friendly waitress to nip out to near by shops to get pastries which I did from Greggs and Green(??? can't remember the rest of the name) down the road. Hey, may be someone (me, even!) should offer to make snacks for them to sell in the caffe!!! Cup cakes come to mind :o) I cannot wait to go back there for drinks in the evening. Such a terrific place to hang out at and it is independent too!

Whilst after a little caffeine kick whilst waiting for a meeting, I made the walk from my delicious Wahaca lunch, over to see the cat in the coffee shop due to my trusty friend yelp guiding my path. First of all, I must add, that I like coffee quite a lot. I do however, adore cats. In the crazy cat lady way. So you could imagine my excitement whilst scouring yelp and finding this little gem. Anyway, I arrived and was greeted by two uber cool hipster ladies behind the counter who ushered me in to take a seat. They were really friendly and quickly took my order. I tried not to look too insane but immediately my cat-detector vision was reporting negative to felines in any proximity. As if to add insult to injury my coffee arrived and my latte art was a swirly blob. But the whole experience was saved, by the coffee being nice (not on par with others in London but certainly nice) and I found the furry friend. The Kitty was all snuggled on a chair downstairs (that I didn't know existed until I needed the loo), so I got to have a little tlc time with the cat which certainly made my day. Next time, I'll be back, but next time I'm bringing whiskas!

Very friendly staff. Cat is charming, too. Espresso is very good. They have a proper arm press machine from the 70's (educated guess). The roast themselves and sell it. They do functions, too. I had my take-in lunch there and that's fine. The owner knows a thing or two about scooters.

Perhaps the best coffee shop-cum-bar in London, and made even better by the fact I live 10 mins' walk from it (excuse me a moment while I gloat). Okay, it's sort of hipsterish and frequented by people tapping on laptops and scribbling in Moleskines* - and the chairs redefine 'threadbare' - but this is an excellent, excellent place tucked away on Lower Marsh. With two resident cats, a fully stocked bar, lush coffee, and a chilled, unpretentious vibe, Scootercaffe highlights exactly what is missing from most coffee shops in London: atmosphere. Tips: - don't order a flat white here; they don't serve it (they do, however, serve a hot chocolate which you could stand a spoon in). - wine is only £3.50 a glass - you are welcome to bring your own food although they serve a limited range of pastries - wifi is free; the password is stuck on the till - don't feed the kitties - do stroke the kitties (notice how I avoided the joke about stroking pussy...oh...wait) - the bathroom is frightening - watch your head on the light fittings - there's a patio out back * I may or may not be one of these people.

Scooter shop by day, cool bar/cafe even comedy venue by night. Love this place it really has a uniqueness about it because it turns from one to another yet keeping elements of the bike shop within it. Good coffee but I usually come here for a beer or wine. Quirky chairs it's a cool place to stop off at if in area.

This is a little place tucked away behind Waterloo Station. Upon first glance, it looks more like a little coffee shop where you can spend hours reading a book or writing your memoirs. And during the day, I wouldn't be surprised if that's exactly what it is. As night falls, it changes into a kitschy little bar with a full range of alcohols although I'd wager this is more for standard cocktails than any novel or innovative drinks due to the limited number of liqueurs and mixers. However, the drinks they do serve are impeccably made as evidenced by the very clean and crisp gin & tonics my friends ordered. I took a slightly different tack and ordered a double Laphroaig 10 year old whiskey neat. To my delight, and possibly the dismay of others, the smoky peaty smell spread over the whole bar hinting at a fresh bottle properly stored. Décor wise, it kind of looks like someone raided a storage locker clear out sale with items that are most likely described as "salvaged" or "reclaimed". It's not my style and thus unlikely that I would opt to come back (I prefer clean lines, stone, metal, and glass in my bars) but my sister loved it. Each to their own I suppose. Prices are very reasonable sot that is a draw but be warned - there is space for maybe 12-15 people to sit and very little standing room. So while good for meeting a friend or two, any medium to large group is going to be sorely disappointed. An interesting stop on our way to Cubana and probably best kept that way.

My friend and I popped by here yesterday and I was delighted with the shabby chic interior and the rusting Vespa against the bar. A bit crowded but still pleasant and not overtly loud. A small selection of beers and just two wine options, red or white. But the white wine at least was wonderfully dry and the bartender- a bit surly- gave a proper pour which I appreciated. Aka filled the glass to the top! Sadly the cat is no longer there.

Love love love this place! it's a gem really! I stumbled apon it one day while walking through lower marsh! and how glad I was to come across it! It's got a really relaxed vibe, with a cat strolling about, chilled tunes on the stereo, and the most amazing hot chocolate I have ever tasted in my life... seriously! this stuff is like chocolate mouse! £1.80 a cup! such a treat! They dont serve food here but you are welcome to bring in your own lunch and eat it there which is great! They have lots of scooter helmets on the wall and a vespa inside! try it you will love it!

Any establishment that serves a decent cup of coffee and owns a cat gets 5-stars from me. But seriously, Scooter Caffe is the quirkiest little coffee shop I've ever set foot on. They have great coffee I'm told but I only tried tea here and spent an afternoon talking to my friend and playing with their resident cat -- who is super cute, btw.

Vespa's reputation is well deserved. This is a great little hide-away. I took my friends here and they called it rejuvinating and described the hot chocolate as the best that they had ever had. This has quickly become my favourite local establishment.

This place has scooters! It is a cafe! If you're on the south bank, the BFI perhaps, tear yourself away from the tourist trap that it is and imagine you are in your very own Fellini film here at the Scooter Cafe. A cool artsy little cafe, with great espresso, but it'd be a real shame to grab a caffeine kick here and just knock one back and fly, instead have a Negroni, or two. Then enjoy the setting-at any time of day, if you need to do work, you could or you could kick back, forget whatever next is planned next get another Negroni, they are the best! N-E-G-R-O-N-I= yay! Worries, see ya! Deadlines, shmedlines. Oh and they also have cats. A dark and cosy spot, with a cute dingy little basement for after dark dalliances and more Negronis.

I went here for the VHS Movie Club, run by a friend of my other half. Though we spent an extra ten minutes walking around in the freezing cold, getting confused as to where it was, it's unique charm and inviting atmosphere cheered us up almost immediately. Quite apart from how excited we were to sit around in a student-esque basement cafe and watch VHS movies, the girls behind the bar were lovely and two beers for £6 isn't to be sniffed at. Especially when they're so tasty. I could overlook the slightly strange bathroom downstairs (just, go look, I cant explain it) - and the death-trap stairs - for the sake of a fun night out in a quirky and well-loved little bar. Definitely a great night time hang out, though I'd be happy to take my laptop back and work there for the afternoon as well.

If you allow animals in your establishment, there is a 99.9% chance that I will give it rave reviews! Highlights: - They have a cat! It lives there! When I was there the kitty was sitting on the staircase, just watching everyone come up and down, and going in and out of sleep. - A small cozy place with cool decorations - there are old scooters everywhere! - The cafe offers alcohol - simple cocktails - coffee, teas, and treats! - A good mix of people - hipsters, yuppies, middle-age, college kids, everyone! Lowlights: - The area that this is located in is currently under construction and the store front is blocked by construction fences, make it difficult to see / locate. Overall: A great place if you like exploring hole-in-the-wall places with a lot of character!

It was my last night in London, and I'm so glad I decided to escape my hotel around 10:30pm to walk to this place with a friend. Seriously, this was the highlight of my trip. Forget Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace. This place has the BEST HOT CHOCOLATE. It's so viscous, you need a spoon. I was quickly saddened because I knew that when I would return home I'd have to encounter the fraudulent watery substance Americans like to call hot chocolate -_- Cute vintage scooter decor, diverse crowd. There was an individual fully decked out in a pirate's costume when I went. This place also serves alcohol. While I enjoyed my hot chocolate, my friend enjoyed a beer. Would be great to go with friends.

Oh, if only there were more places like this on every street corner then maybe the world wouldn't be in such a mess! Excellent cafe-culture joint with a relaxed vibe that's an excellent setting for meeting lovers, friends or deadlines for coursework. There's no substatial food, but if you have your mouth full of food how can you join in conversation? Also, the cat would get covered in crumbs. There's plenty of fine places on Lower Marsh and The Cut to eat, so you won't go hungry.

On the way here, I walked on leake st and thought I would get shanked. Its a tunnel full of graffitti and artists works which was super cool but dodgy at the same time. Anyway, made my way here and the cafe gave a pirates of the carribean feel with red lights and a dark atmosphere,, so so cool! I had the hot chocolate mMmm so good. But i prefer hotel chocolate but supposedly they get theirs directly from Italy, a must try :)

Awesome coffee at the day and marvelous bar for some beer or whiskey at the evening. I totally enjoy the vibe any time I'm there (usually after 7pm). Lovely place, great atmosphere

Okay coffee in a scooter themed cafe. I liked the decor, but I expected more from this place. It was listed in a friend's book as having some of the best coffee in London. Definitely not! The tables were cute, I guess, but not very functional. The loo is down a spiral staircase, with a broken railing, so be warned! This cafe is also famed for its resident cat, but even the cat was unfriendly. Disappointing.

We stopped in for a coffee on an unexpectedly rainy day and it was a lovely comfortable place to wait out the rain. The staff were friendly and efficient and served us quickly despite how busy it was when we arrived. It is very kitschy inside in a way that doesn't feel too forced. There isn't much in the way of food but the coffee was pretty good! It's quite small but has alcoholic options too so can take care of you from noon till night.

Studying at scooter caffe isn't ideal due to the dim lighting, but the coffee here is fantastic! Not to mention also the cheapest along the lower marsh. A great place to check out, you should definitely visit for the funky decor, endlessly tasteful and fantastic playlist of jazz music, and of course, for the adorable cat (who seems to be always sleeping). Will always pick this place to introduce to friends who think the lower marsh isn't cool enough.

This bar has great individuality, drinks (including soft drinks!) and staff, so basically is a winner on all fronts. Other Yelp reviewers have pretty much said it all already - retro, low key, cosy, charming. It's a great place to go for a quiet relaxed drink and generally just have a darn good time. Maybe I just don't get out enough but I haven't found many other bars in London this good.

Entering into this place felt a little bit like a warp in space and time. I had no idea this place was highly rated before coming here, and so with no pre-conceptions over it, proceeded to order a flat white that was quite possibly one of the best coffees I've ever had. Unlike the smallness of some coffee places, it didn't bother me so much - people seemed friendly, and I had a cat to look at. Unfortunately as mentioned below, they're limited in what food they do - but they allow you to bring food from elsewhere. Quick visit to Greensmiths made this visit a little slice of perfection for our late lunch/dinner between classes. I've been here a few times since, and the coffee and staff/customer friendliness has remained consistent each visit. A new little favourite of mine and highly recommended!

Horrible... I came inside and I was totally ignored. I sat and after 10 minutes none came to the table. I just packed my stuff and went out. Some people did the same after experiencing the total lack of customer service. Unbelievable

This place is located in one of the seediest neighbourhoods I have been to, but it's a 5 min walk from Waterloo. So that's pretty cool. My main reason to go there was board games, but all we could find was the oldest possible box of Scrabble I have ever seen. However, we had ipads, and we sat there playing scrabble for hours. So yay. There was no beer on tap and that always disappoints. But they stock Sierra Nevada Pale Ale, and that compensates for the lack of tap and everything else. Hurray! My friends wanted Frappuccino, but they didn't have any cold stuff. (except beers). She ended up having the greatest hot chocolate ever!!! I think my neck touched the curtains, and that gave me a rash! But then, I am just hypersensitive. YES, I loved this place. Every time I visit London, ScooterCaffe is going to be on the top of the things to do list.

A tear came to my eye when I walked in. I could have spent all day at Scooter Cafe because the atmosphere just sucks you in. Funky, cozy, odd, happy greatness is the best way to describe it. And the little back deck on a nice day is nothing short of heaven. Coffee was not that notable, but who cares when you are so happy in the surroundings. Want to quit my job and hang out with my laptop there all day long.

Been here in the daytime and evening and it's always pretty busy, especially around lunchtime. Positives: Really friendly and warm service, cat that treats the entire cafe like his living room, excellent cocktails and lots of seating downstairs when it's a bit full up top. Downsides: Doesn't get a lot of light in the daytime, so it feels a bit like a cave on sunnier days, though there is a small outdoor section in the back. Not a lot of food selections, however they allow you to bring in outside food. Highly recommend hitting up the Lower Marsh lunchtime market for yummy food (Hungarian sausage wraps, Cuban sandwiches, Jamaican jerk chicken) and bringing it in. Last, not as laptop friendly as Four Corners across the way. Overall, nice spot to come for cocktails in the evening, especially when it's late (like after seeing a play in the nearby Old Vic) and the neighbourhood is quiet.

I am firmly on board with this place! The coffee is amazing...so much that I had two lattes at 8 PM at night. Completely unpretentious, it was a great venue for a first date. As long as it's a low-key first date. People watching was fabulous, the staff were super friendly to everyone, including a homeless man who came in for a tea and kept talking to them during busy spells. The only thing is, I was a bit worried about the surrounding area, considering we left at about 10 PM but turned out to be fine. Will be returning to partake in some board game action!