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18 Bute Street | South Kensington, London SW7 3EX, England
+44 20 7584 5008
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  • Excellent80%
  • Very good16%
  • Average2%
  • Poor1%
  • Terrible1%
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“sandwich” (45 reviews)
“paninis” (14 reviews)
“focaccia” (12 reviews)
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French, Cafe, European, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options
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18 Bute Street | South Kensington, London SW7 3EX, England
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11 - 20 of 320 reviews

Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Nice place for having a coffee especially if you get a seat outside. Staff is very friendly and the food is fresh and good quality.

2  Thank Famille_uk
Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Great coffee great staff great baguettes Really good salads too Great if visiting museums and want to relax in a chilled ambience

2  Thank Jadler41
Reviewed 8 June 2017 via mobile

We visited today and enjoyed a yummy baguette with bocconcini, tomato and avocado. The bread was fresh and the whole thing so tasty and perfectly sized. The staff were friendly and the whole thing was reasonably priced!

2  Thank livdougy
Reviewed 30 May 2017 via mobile

Excellent coffee place with top servings! French speaking service and very nice and relaxed atmosphere. Would live to cone again!

3  Thank Hanoch S
Reviewed 30 May 2017

I had a great time here, not only was the food delicious, the staff were really friendly and when I asked if they could remove the cheese from one of the panini options to make it vegan they were happy to help. This is a...More

3  Thank Plant Based P
Reviewed 30 May 2017 via mobile

I eat here frequently and they have maintained thier high standards for years now. The place is often packed with exhuberant students seeking high quality coffee and baguette sandwiches. Highly recommended

3  Thank Perry_deH
Reviewed 28 May 2017

Fabulous brunch, last week. I came here with my family and we loved it. The staff were exceptional, so friendly and helpful. We were served quickly and the food was really lovely and great value. It is a wonderful spot to sit, eat and watch...More

2  Thank STaylor6
Reviewed 27 May 2017

It was pleasure to find such a place. Service was perfect - nice and very helpful. But the quality of food was the most important. All ingredients were fantastic.

2  Thank Proto71
Reviewed 24 May 2017 via mobile

A quaint little sandwich shop with a French feel. Good selection of fillings and beverages. Helpful and polite staff. I would visit again.

2  Thank RMStClair
Reviewed 20 May 2017

Can't miss, a London must! Fresh, creative dishes. Warm and friendly staff in a great neighborhood. Recommend highly

3  Thank Beth H
Nearby
South Kensington
With its ivied mews, row upon row of Poppins-esque
white washed mansions, and placid garden squares, it's
easy to see the charms of South Kensington. And with
superb access to Hyde Park, Holland Park and
Kensington Gardens, as well as the largely
child-friendly and mostly free Museum Quarter (not to
mention more major attractions like Royal Albert Hall)
such charms are easy to make the most of. As welcoming
...More
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Miranda W
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Response from SWLONDON23 | Reviewed this property |
Yes they do, beer, wine and champagne! Have fun there it's really good!
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Restaurant Details

Rating summary
  • Food
    Service
  • Value
    Atmosphere
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch
Restaurant features
Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol
Good for
Local cuisine, Kids, Child-friendly
Location and Contact Information
  • Address: 18 Bute Street | South Kensington, London SW7 3EX, England
  • Location: Europe  >  United Kingdom (UK)  >  England  >  London>  > South Kensington
  • Neighbourhood: South Kensington
  • Phone Number: +44 20 7584 5008
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