The Fields Beneath

Great coffee and vegan selections of pastries. The location is just outside of Camden Road overground station, so convenient. The place is a little small and felt a little noisy during our visit on Sunday between 10-11am. But will definitely come back on a less busy day or at an earlier time.

The best (and only) vegan cafe in Camden Town! They serve amazing croissants, a variety of meals and soups, and a great selection of plant-based milks with their coffees—all made fresh in-house. Plus, the staff welcomes you with the biggest smiles! Definitely worth checking out!

One of my favourite places in London and a staple and huge part of the community in Kentish Town. I love this place so much! The staff are all super friendly and super lovely people. They always make time for their customers, treat everyone with the utmost respect and lots of people come back just to chat with them over their Incredible coffees and fresh vegan food with delicious bites - one of the best sandwiches I’ve ever had (the spiced aubergine ciabatta) is divine. The food is all created by Rosie and is genius. Couldn’t recommend it enough and as a coffee snob I’ve been coming here for years and will keep coming back. Love you all

I’m not vegan and I LOVE this cafe. I respect how they’ve kept it vegan despite it being way more difficult to survive as a business. For the people saying the prices are too much - they are paying London Living Wage, and serving proper food. The vibe, the quality of the ingredients, and the thought into the food is way above what you’d expect in a local cafe.

bit annoyed to be honest. I hate all “oat/nut milks” and so when I asked for a regular latte and it tasted sweet, I went to send it back… but just like the online description written here on google, there was NO MENTION of it being a vegan shop until after purchase - of course it was oat milk 🥴 I spent £8.50 on an “ok” tasting pastry and a coffee I couldn’t stomach. Too expensive if it were perfect, but as mentioned, I didn’t even finish the coffee… Not every patron is going to be a local / a mindreader / know your business, and as it’s unusual to serve oat milk as standard, baristas really should be mentioning “we don’t do normal milk” before taking any orders. Disappointed!

Excellent coffee and a new, delicious, fresh menu every few weeks. Love coming here to try their creations!

I love them so much!!!! What a fantastic spot right off the overground. Great coffee, great bakes, great folks, but what really drives me there are the sandwiches. Oh wow. Probably the best sandwiches I had in London. The menu changes every now and then but so over the last two years I haven't been disappointed. Just great flavors. I'm usually quite mad about their Thai sandwiches, their wraps, and bagels. The outside sitting area is cozy and friendly even though it's right under a bridge! I love what they've done to the space that otherwise would be just another eyesore 💜 If you happen to come a few times in the morning, you will see that it's not a grab-and-go type of place but that you have the same community members (neighbors) popping in for a coffee and a chat. It's a wonderful spot on the Kentish Town neighborhood map.

Wow, what a find! Such a friendly place with fabulous service and honestly the best vegan wrap I've ever tasted. Super fresh and delicious. An excellent flat white on the side. Highly recommended.

Such a cute spot , I love the ambiance the workers are really sweet . I got the bagel Benedict and a slice of the lemon loaf everything looked so good . I really loved the bagel although a bit messy it was delightful and the bagel was so good . The lemon loaf I would have liked a little more moistness but altogether it was quite nice . If I'm ever back in London again this will be on my top of the list. BTW this is a vegan spot . Everything is vegan

Great environment and friendly staff. Great food and the drinks were very tasteful and had me come back again, unfortunately I live in the states, so I will miss this place!

The London vegan scene is buzzing with new vegan innovations. But then why is it so hard to find a vegan cafe in London that sells vegan croissants regularly ? Because, there is none, except, THE FIELDS BENEATH. And this one does not show up on google search. A fully vegan authentic bakery still does not show up on google. Because the website's branding of the bakery and product is not crystal clear. The website does not tell humans what this place is actually, and well then how can poor google figure that out! Well I figured it out after a lot of digging, and because I was there also a couple of years back too. It is a small place in a Kentish town neighbourhood, and it has the perfect atmosphere. The croissants (plain, almond, and chocolate) were fresh and delicious. Yes please! Their croissants are rightfully legendary and delicious, stuffed and filled to the perfection. Along with croissants, I had hot soothing golden milk, made from their own paste, a very simple and exquisite drink. I can say again that golden milk is exquisite. The staff was very nice and friendly. Service was quick and the barista was buzzing along with a great attitude. Overall, great vibes and ambience. No worries of cross-contamination or hidden ingredients. A must visit! I highly recommend anyone to visit, but for vegans this is paradise!

In the food review guides, Fields Beneath is treated as one of London's jewels as a coffee bar. What is good at Fields Beneath is absolutely positively fantastic - and the widespread buzz is well deserved. But "Paradise Has Its Price" - and there are a few downsides that have to go on the register as well. One Major Plus is the Cuteness of the Location The place is in a railway arch immediately under Kentish Town West Overground Station. Score one for edginess here. Major Minus - The Place is Microscopic. Two tables outside - two tables inside. Period. Stop. The End. There is "sitting on a box with no table" space for two people (three if they have small hips). Implications of Above: Odds of you getting a table - small. Morality of you staying a long time. Right up there with poisoning the reservoir. Want to stay there with your laptop and get some work done? FUGGGETABOUTIT. This is not a place for home workers. Drink your coffee, eat your sandwich and get the h out. Added Microscopic woe - the officially mandated bike racks for the station are right next to the two outside tables. Like inches from your table. So if you are outside - whether in the cold and the rain and counting on the partial shelter of the arches - or on a balmy spring sunny day with bluebirds singing on the rooftops - you are jammed in next to the commuter's bicycles and next to the commercial trash tips for the neighbors. Further incentive to eat and go. Plus - Awesome sandwiches and desserts. Think sandwiches are never awesome? Try these. I had a toasted ham and pickle sandwich to die for and a chocolate mandarin bread for dessert that was the paradise for after I died. Up for Grabs - but Basically Good - The Coffee Coffee at Fields Beneath is bitter - bitter by design. To my mind this is absolutely outstanding in a straight espresso. It is good - but not to everyone's taste - in steamed milk concoctions such as flat whites and lattes. I was quite happy with my flat white - but on any return I would just go for the coffee straight up and leave the dairy products on the side. A good bitter espresso is one of life's joys. My table companion does not like bitter coffee and that person was less happy. Note that London is a GREAT coffee town and there are lots and lots and lots of places to get good cups of coffee. So you can hold out for getting exactly the kind of coffee you want if Fields Beneath doesn't cut it for you. So should you travel to eat at Fields Beneath? It probably will be hard to get a table and that could be a real downer. Don't bring your computer and figure you are going to get work done. This isn't going to happen. But if you LOVE fantastic sandwiches, great cafe-style baked desserts and an edgy demanding cup of espresso - this could be worth the trip. If you already live in Kentish Town and take the Overground to get anywhere - you definitely want to make this your place to get coffee and breakfast on the go.

Absolutely, without a shadow of a doubt, one of the best coffee shops in London. This establishment provides more than just your standard caffein hit, it represents West Kentish Town's emergence as a vibrant and cultural new hotspot on London's map, and this hip new joint is just the latest addition. Recommended are the Flat White served in a tumbler, and if you are lucky enough to be there at the right time (before they sell out) - go for the Beef Doughnuts (trust me on this). The owner is super cool, very friendly, and loves to talk coffee! Treat yourself, if you're in the Camden area, its worth a small detour !

Can't understand the type about this place. Nice seating area out front under the bridge and average coffee. Cakes and sandwiches are good but I don't think they warrant the price tag. Paid £9 for a coffee and hummus and avocado sandwich.

Great coffee and cute little venue. There isn't a massive amount of space to sit and sip but those of us that appreciate coffee for coffee and aren't too bothered about looking hip Sat for hours occupying a seat for the price of a coffee, can probably cope with the space issues. Haven't tried the food but it all looks good and the staff are always quick to great with a smile and quick conversation.

Consistently gorgeous coffee ( I get flat white or latte) served by really lovely friendly people who all seem to be cheerful no matter how early in the morning. The food is delicious too and they have a reassuring emphasis on local products, some of their vegetables are grown at the local school!

The boys were enjoying Camden Brewery right around the corner. My daughter wanted an iced coffee so we popped into this quaint shop. It is very tiny, but at an off-hour, we were able to get a table. The sole barista was juggling multiple orders, yet when we asked for sugar for the iced latte, he made a simple syrup instead. A nice gesture, as it is always impossible to dissolve sugar in a cold beverage. My daughter proclaimed it her best iced coffee ever. It didn't hurt that it was made by a young man with a great accent and killer eyes ;o)

Giving five stars for you eliminating dairy from the menu-brilliant! I haven't been here, but can't wait to come by when next in London-I forward to an increase of v/gf options in this great city.

This place is funk-ay, with a captial A. Tiny, charming little shop under the brick railway arches. The coffee is excellent, the staff is friendly, and the location is unique. As another reviewer says, it is _small_, so don't come with a big group. But that's part of its charm!

I come here nearly every day on my commute. Great coffee, really tasty snacks and meals. The staff are friendly, and love recognizing regulars and having a chat. The only indoor seating is one large table that people tend to crowd around. Although it can be a game of musical chairs to get a seat, it encourages the visitors to get to know each other, which adds to the great feel of the place. Would absolutely recommend. Even when I catch the underground, I make a special trip to the overground station just to grab a coffee. They make their hot chocolates with real chocolate too!

Proper third wave coffee, delicious treats, and friendly people here at The Fields Beneath. And you really have to respect a small business that put in these kind of hours. They were open early on Good Friday!

Coffee is excellent and staff were extremely friendly. Tiny place but very cozy and the yogurt with granola (as simple as that sounds) was delicious.

Another rather pretentious coffee shop with prices at the expensive end of the scale (£ 2.60 for an americano??). I was intrigued by the funny signs they have outside so they clearly make an effort but I can't say the same about the service. When I went in, and I was the only customer who hadn't been served, I was ignored for a few minutes until the barista, who was too busy stacking paper cups had the time to take my order. I think I'll buy my coffee at Doppio down the road next time

The staff are really friendly and the food is always delicious, creative and made with lovely fresh ingredients. I love to come here on my days off because it's a great environment that makes me feel like i am at home in my Mums kitchen. The coffee is also on point and I will make a special trip just because it's never disappoints. Much love for this place.

Delicious coffee, with a exciting and varying range of roasted bean to choose from. (Loved the Grafton bun as well). A perfect answer to the bland unchallenging offerings of the coffee chains.