Maida Vale is fortunate to be blessed with a wealth of lovely cafés, where you can relax with a coffee, meet with friends or just take some time for yourself. Below are a small selection that are within walking distance of Morshead Mansions. Most you will probably know but if not, why not give some Maida Vale cafés a try..?
Moored on the canal in Little Venice is the Waterside Café, which opened in 1995. As well as tea and coffee, it’s open for breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea.
Nestled down inside Clifton Nurseries is The Café, a peaceful retreat in a beautiful setting. Part inside a glasshouse and part outdoor terrace, this unique cafe is the perfect place to relax.
Primarily a chocolatier, Formosa Flowers and Chocolaterie is also a lovely place to grab a coffee, situated on the iconic Formosa Street. What could be better than enjoying a cup of coffee or tea while being surrounded by chocolates, pastries, flowers and scented candles?
Perhaps not where you’d expect to find exceptional Peruvian coffee beans but the entrance to Maida Vale Station is home to So Café. The intimate setup has a surprising menu that includes freshly brewed coffee, donuts, French pastries, Italian buns, cappuccinos and mochas.
A little closer to home on the corner of Castellain Road is Petit Café, which has seating inside for colder days and an outside terrace. Open during the day for breakfast, lunch and snacks, as well as good coffee you can find Avacado Eggs, Eggs Benedict and a range of tempting deserts.
Last but not least is Le Cochonnet, a bar and café that feels like it’s been a landmark at the end of Morshead Road forever! Featuring Italian menus and open from noon until late, it specialises in freshly cooked pizzas and is open for coffee all day.
