Canvas & Cream in Lewisham

We dropped by for tea and cake in the afternoon. Their homemade cakes are delicious and we loved the homely setup. They seem to be a community base for activities I would take part in if I lived in the neighborhood.

Super cozy place with very original decoration. The food was good, the place is quiet and the two waiters who served us were super sweet and friendly. I would go again if I lived nearby. Also very reasonable prices.

Great location, excellent interior decoration but the service is just ok and the atmosphere is not the best. Was expecting a bit more.

good vegan options interesting interior

Best full English in SE? This is certainly hard to beat! Lovely staff, welcoming atmosphere and doggy friendly.

Mother’s Day 2024 update: a lovely lunch with my Mum & Dad, and some delicious breakfast Bloody Marys! The staff team did a heroic job on a really busy morning and took extra care of my retired guide dog too. We had a lovely brunch and I particularly enjoyed the crumpet hollandaise with salmon. The English breakfasts were also well received! I'd definitely recommend C&C for breakfast, brunch or lunch. Great food, lovely venue, and really helpful staff. Thanks everyone for making my Mum's Mother's Day perfect.

Probably the nicest cafe I've been tp. And the nicest coffee. Not cheap but well cooked food. You get what you pay for!

The food was not bad but the atmosphere is nice and comfortable

I’ve been here four times in total . The place is so cozy. The coffee always tastes good. Unfortunately the scones they serve are industrial and not at all Fresh when I ordered them. The cakes are very very sweet (Guinness cake, walnut n coffee cake) and I couldn’t taste anything other than the sugar. In addition the cake icing/frosting is 100% sugar for all the different cakes. Given the price (4.2£) the frosting deserves to be different! The staff are usually friendly and responsive. but the last time one of the staff was enjoying making my baby cry and didn’t stop interrupting us on the table and another member made fun of the crying of my friend’s baby! This made us very uncomfortable.

Cosy venue and delicious bubble and squeak for brunch. Looks like 2-4-1 cocktails over the weekend too!

Always great service, lovely and warm staff, there with a smile making you smile. Exceptional Tiramisou Martini cocktail, Tiramoussitini- not sure I've named it right but it definitely hit all the right taste places!

Tea and cake always a joy here. More and more events too.

The best place for food in FH and tue service is always top notch. They are also very accommodating to families!

The service was slow, the changing facilities not up to code and they overcharged us £7 in the end.

Lovely place, quick and friendly service. Disappointed by my food however, my eggs were poached in what tasted like pure vinegar. Have eaten here before and was great so am sure just a one off heavy handed accident!

A great local gem - wide menu, great coffee, excellent eggs (and other) dishes - above all warm, friendly & professional service ! Great place 👍🏼

Very cosy cafe, bigger inside than expected, nice little function room at back. Nice coffee. Didn’t eat but it looked good!

The art was excellent, as was the chicken flatbread.

I had a really good kedgeree but unfortunately my partners Turkish eggs were very basic. The flat bread was stale and barely toasted and he was served 2 poached eggs on plain yoghurt. Only when we left did he realise there was supposed to be an additional sauce as per the menu. Would have given 5 stars for my own meal but sadly he left hungry and dissapointed!

Excellent, proper sausage bap! The coffee was fantastic too. Super friendly cafe, plenty of space, and some really interesting, quirky art on the walls too. I'd be very happy to come back next time I'm in the area.

We had brunch on Saturday. Served by a man w a dark beard. We felt he barely tolerated us - a group of three w a toddler (who was very quiet and well behaved). It genuinely felt like we were an inconvenience to him. It's a shame - I have been once before and served by the blonde lady who was lovely. We probably won't go back - there is plenty of competition for brunch in Forest Hill / Sydenham. The food is good though!

Super friendly and welcoming staff and good coffee when we visited. Love the cosy interior and the fact it opens onto the road so you can see South London life pass by.

This place is fantastic for stopping off with baby in tow. Friendly staff and also a very tasty Sunday lunch on offer if you need a break from the kitchen.

I just tried to get a takeaway bacon and sausage sandwich and was told that would be £9.80! Let that sink in. The bread was £7 and the 'extras' were £2.80. I was also told I would have to put the sauce on myself. It must be expensive to keep staff serving two tables and be inconvenienced by a takeaway order.

Went here for a breakfast on a Sunday morning. I ordered the full English. It came and there was a long hair under my food. I understand this happens and kindly sent it back. When it came back out my order was wrong. They charged the full amount with zero compensation. Wouldn’t recommend, there are far nicer places for a breakfast in the area.

I have visited this cafe on several occasions and I am always welcomed with politeness abd kindness. The food, including the cakes are tasty. It is great place to meet with friends and family for any kind of occasion.

Had coffee and afternoon tea. Fresh scones,plenty of clotted cream and jam.service very friendly. A relaxed atmosphere and no rush to vacate tables. Highly recommended

Excellent service and food, very friendly staff 👌

Super cute cafe in the heart of forest hill with a back garden for sunny days. Kitsch quirky decor and a comfy living room feel inside. Smoothies, juices and cakes were delicious Also got the Buddha salad, which was ok but slightly underwhelming, not much flavour. The chips were yum though, seasoned well! Aside from that though, would definitely go back!

Pancakes as a treat after hard hungry day. Except they were hardly warm, crumbled to dust, tasteless, felt like they were precooked and microwaved or bought in a pack. So disappointing. £15 later I’ve got a yuck stomach feeling. Waitress was pleasant. Cashier person was sarcastic. Unpleasant all round my first negative feedback ever

Great service. Would recommend the pancakes

In general: - good food put small portions - friendly staff - slow service - very nice garden area I had the breakfast burrito (in photo) which was good. It cost £12 + service charge but I thought it was particularly small especially at such a high price. The burrito was also extremely light. After eating this as brunch I had to pop to the supermarket to get some more food! The service was also extremely slow and we waited a long time for the food but the server was very apologetic. I probably will not be returning

Delicious lunch with very friendly staff

I have been here a few times before in the past and the service and food is always so good! Everything is presented with great care and both of the chefs pay great attention to detail. I ordered the royale with crumpets and hollandaise sauce and my best friend had a burger and chips. The food was divine! Our waiter was so cheerful and friendly. He was extremely attentive and came back to check that everything was okay. The environment is clean and aesthetically pleasing with a slight rustic look which makes it stand out. We opted to sit on the table with sofas this time and it was very comfortable. Overall it is a friendly restaurant and it is welcoming to all. In the past I brought my daughter here and we found it accommodating.

Went for a birthday brunch for my wife, food was quite nicely made, but not really as described and they seem to go for novelty for novelty's sake, rather than because it enhances the dish. Similar with the drinks, cocktails were twists on classics, not traditional recipes, and sort of worked, but the originals would have been nicer. Low rating was mainly due to the service, the place was half empty on a weekday lunchtime, but everyone seemed overwhelmed and disorganised so they were losing track of orders and requests. General vibe is the standard shabby chic of various repurposed junk from charity shops, some of which works, but others jsut take up space. Toilets are down a long, steep flight of stairs, so not ideal if you have mobility issues, and the entrance is almost blocked by tables which means you have to squeeze past people to get the the stairs.

Very friendly staff - went above and beyond to fill an order.

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This spot is perfect for catching up with friends or a place to grab a coffee and chill. It’s my 2nd time here and I highly recommend their ‘Very Berry’ smoothie and the ‘Coconut Granola Bowl’ - a big healthy portion size. Me and my friend are Deaf/Hard of Hearing and the staff were respectful, had bater with us and made us feel welcome.

I received a voucher from a friend for my birthday and took another friend, as it was also her birthday. We had a lovely meal. The staff couldn't be more pleasant and helpful and the food was really nice and very filling. Definitely a treat I will remember.

Went here for my birthday for breakfast. Lovely food and great service. They even made me a different drink for free after a misunderstanding. I'll be back.

This was my first time here and I will definitely be going back! Really nice food and great service!

I came here with my partner and his parents for tea and cake after a walk at the horniman, and we also brought our dog with us. They were very accommodating and helpful and couldn’t do enough for us. The drinks and cakes were nice. I think it would be better if they served warm scones with the cream tea though. They have a great menu and we’ll be back for brunch soon.

Booked Canvas & Cream for a birthday party and it was fantastic! Couldn't have asked for more accommodating and easy-going support to organise and on the night there was a great atmosphere, an excellent setup and really friendly staff. Highly recommended 👌 Thanks for an amazing time!

Relaxed, rustic, community vibe with wholesome meals. Slightly overpriced for what it offers, but overall great experience.

We would like to say thank you for our free drinks yesterday in memory of Elaine Wylie. Canvas and cream is a favourite place for my friends and I to meet and catch up. The food is delicious and service welcoming.

One of our favourite local spots for an afternoon coffee & cake. Today our drinks were paid for in memory of Elaine Wylie so just wanted to pass on our gratitude and appreciation <3

Quirky and fun restaurant, great staff and great atmosphere. The menu was interesting and varied and the food was delicious and very good value.

A lovely coffee/brunch/ after work snack place ! Right by Forest Hill station with a menu offering a variety of different dishes. Loved the atmosphere and the staff !

We recently visited for my wife's 43rd birthday and two kids for Sunday roast with Prosecco. During the the past 10 years we have been delighted to see Canvas and Cream become a must visit for creatives, artist's, young moms or 'mums to be' and experience an authentically English country palette experience (no pun intended). Thank you to the team (Gavin & Sam) at Canvas & Cream, and thank you Forest Hill residents plus surrounding areas on preserving this secret spot for Sunday roast and cake! X FYI: hard to get in on Sundays between 1-3pm

Lovely staff, great good, cute place - what more could you ask for?! The service was so good I had to leave a review. Also very child friendly. A gem!

Love the atmosphere of this place. Friendly staff, good food.

Great establishment, lovely food and drink and really nice people. Service was a tiny bit slow but I was in a group so understandable

Went for brunch with toddler grandson. Immediately offered spacious table and highchair. Good vegan full 'English' large portion size! I am always put off by people working on laptops while I am off work. Suggest designated area if you want a coffee and to work. Lovely friendly staff.

A beautiful space, much bigger than I anticipated from outside. Had a good coffee and simple, but lovely, sausage bap. Not cheap but worth paying a little more for quality food. Some spaces at the back, which I presume are used for exhibitions, private hire or group events etc.

Myself, my son and his girlfriend enjoyed an amazing brunch today, totally recommend the bubble and speak, it was settled on a ring of chilli mayo which was fabulous. Excellent customer service, great atmosphere and excellent value for money.

Excellent veggie breakfast and the kids loved the pancakes. Also helps the place is dog friendly.

First time here and I will definitely be back. Lovely food, drink and decor and the staff were all really nice and friendly.

Lovely cafe that has been part of the fabric of Forest Hill for as long as I've known it. Good variety of food, including a lovely cake counter, friendly staff, nice vibe. Service could be quicker, and plates a little bigger, but this is definitely a place to visit. Quality is high.

Good food but extremely poor service, the waiter rudely left to clear tables mid-payment. Avoid at busy times.

I have lived in Forest Hill for nearly 40 years and never been in until I was invited to lunch on Saturday by some friends and was pleastantly suprised and quite busy the only complaints was the Cappuccino coffee was warm the toilets was down a set of steep narrow stairs and the toilets was not seperated the hand drier also was not working. Wonder how they cater for less disable persons with access to the premises?. Otherwise the food was nice but a bit pricey for what you order but I was not paying for it so I should be grateful. I will probablty never go in myself. Suprised about allowing dogs in?. I personally have no issue has my friends brought their dog 'Bella' along who I love to bits.🐕🐶🐩

Had a lovely brunch and catch-up with a friend. Service was good and the food was lovely. Highly recommend the pancakes with fruit, as they were lovely and fluffy. Perfectly filling. My friend had the full English breakfast and didn't manage to finish it. The flat white was well made and very smooth. The atmosphere was calm and you felt welcome and as though you could stay as long as you wanted. Family friendly as well

Had a meltdown after visiting the Horniman with my twins. Was welcomed in by staff, helped out and comforted with a little chat. Cannot recommend enough!

My friend and I had a fantastic brunch on a Saturday morning. The crumpet benedict royale was perfectly done and I loved this dish with crumpets instead of the usual muffins, much prefer this. Service was excellent, prices about average. Would definitely recommend.

Very pleasant Art cafe . After arriving on the off chance , was shown to a table and had good food. The menu was varied . The cappuccino was excellent I had a been there a number of times before and it always has been good.

Perfect breakfast! Lovely cakes! Perfect atmosphere, staff was so kind and understanding with our kids and large party! Love this place used to come daily while I was on parental leave.

Usually a great place for food and a catch up, but they fell massively short on food this time. Burgers were really subpar and full of whole bits of gristle, the chips were far too salty too. Wasn't enjoyable in the slightest. Service was top notch and friendly which was a saving grace.

As soon as I walked in, I was greeted by the most colourful, and wonderful flower I have seen in my whole life. When I opened my chips I WON!!!!!!!! Then, Steven He came up to me, and shouted, loudly "I LOVE YOU BOBBY" Which, made my heart melt with joy. Once, I went on the slide in the kid playground I knocked over a rubix's cube in under 1 second, not trying to even touch it! What a lovely firework display play in the end there was.

Great place for a treat. Cosy inside, and I’ve never been rushed out after eating. Good place for a catch up with a friend if you have a lot of talking to get done

A perfectly lovely cafe with friendly staff, they do good french toast and the bubble and squeak is also tasty. Plenty of space and a nice environment.. sometimes the babies sitch can get a little irritating but what can we do, Forrest Hill is infested with paisley entitled posh young mums who like to keep immaculate kitchens at home while having low paid cafe staff runaround and clean up after their snotty kids' mess.

Friendly staff. Lovely choice of food and interesting decoration

First visit. Will definitely be back.good food. Good service. Friendly staff.

Usually amazing. Went today, service was poor, food cold and unseasoned. Paid my bill and the waiter, accusingly asked me if I had paid on the way out. Won't be coming back again.

In the area and looking to have a cuppa. Couldn't have wished for a better recommendation. Great place.

A very nice venue. Relaxed style and attentive staff. Healthy salads, good coffee and good home made cakes.

This place is perfect for lunch, they do amazing food, and the coffee is lovely. Staff are polite and friendly, and the service is quick. Right near the forest Hill train station I use this place often it's the best place in forest hill for lunch. they also sell beer and spirits if you fancy a liquid lunch :)

Best brunch in Forest Hill. The place is beautiful and the staff are always helpful and friendly.

Advertised Sunday lunch online, but when we arrived we found out that it's sadly no longer available.

Quite expensive and a shame especially since they have tried to cut costs (cheap hand towels in bathroom / picnic benches indoors ) but sorry a cake shouldn’t cost £4 and a basic egg bap shouldn’t be more than £3 but it’s £6.50!! And definitely doesn’t warrant 12.5% service charge - in the day!

Awesome little restraunt, great atmosphere and staff. Really nice selection of food and drinks. Plus, they are dog friendly. What more could you ask for. Highly recommend if you are in the area.

I visited for lunch with about 25 people. The food, service and quality were excellent. Everyone in our group commented on how great the food and service is.

A dependable brunch spot in Southeast London. My partner and I have been coming here for years; we bring friends and family when they visit, we drop in on Sunday mornings before a walk, and we’ve never had anything less than a great experience. Big thanks to the serving staff in particular, who have been unfailingly attentive and friendly. C&C is reliable and consistently good quality, in terms of food, drink, service, and environs. There’s no greater accolade that I can give; it’s a solid experience I’ve felt I can trust for years. Big words for a brunch spot, I know, but I’m currently digesting a delicious Benedict crumpet and bacon, which absolutely hit the spot. Thanks!

Lovely food - eggy bread was delicious - slightly abrupt waiter though

Canvas and Cream has been my go to place for nosh since 2016/17. In 2016 I visited a lot with the child I was a nanny for and the quality and service was excellent each time. I went back in 2018 for the pancakes I had been dreaming about and again the quality, services and food was amazing. Canvas and Cream is decorated exquisitely with vintage elements and antiques everywhere. It is really clear that every feature right down to the milk jugs in this restaurant/cafe is considered very carefully. There is often changing art work on the walls and in the gallery space. The best features for me are the aeroplane seats and harp in the toilet as well as seeing the front of the cafe wide open in the summer. The staff genuinely care about the service you receive and may be describes as quirky. The owner is delightful and responds very warmly to reviews. I would select Canvas and Cream over other places to eat because the service is so good. When I posted on Social Media about my visit to Canvas and Cream other people quickly jumped in to talk about how amazing the food is. The food provided is made of high quality ingredients, ample and full of flavour. Canvas and Cream do not skimp on quality and I feel their prices are well justified.

Nice food, good atmosphere, friendly staff

Excellent breakfast, good service, nice atmosphere.

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Varied menu with plenty of flexibility for people with special dietary requirements, prompt and attentive service with a smile, nothing was too much trouble. Mildly interesting decor with emphasis on character...but in a really good way. Bland and boring it isn't!

Great space during the day for coffee, as well as to work with wifi and plenty of space with tables and friendly staff

Lovely place that mixes modern food (veggie/gluten free and other options) and art. Decent atmosphere and pleasant customer service. 10/10 would eat there again

Lovely vibe, people, and food. A great spot!

Yummy food, coffee and scones with jam and cream. ☕️.would recommend 👌

Fabulous. I wish this place had been here when I actually lived in Forest Hill. I might not have moved away! Really friendly staff, excellent food, great vibe and a nice sunny garden patio. We had the bubble and squeak and the French toast - both were super tasty and a good portion size. Try the ginger punch!

Nice place - full of positive energy.

Been here a few times. Always amazing.

Great food and service, with very reasonable prices. Great ambiance too with an art gallery at the back of the Cafe. My favorite Cafe in London!

Lovely food. Nice garden area too

Flavoursome food, good service.

Such a hidden treasure! My friend and I stumbled across it today at lunchtime, and even though we’d never been there before we were greeted like old friends. Every member of staff was so charming and lovely, and the food was incredible (we shared a mixture of salads). The cakes looked amazing although we didn’t indulge. Would definitely recommend.

Was quite chilled out, Easter Sunday. Had some coffee, burger and roats..no complaints.

Great staff & lovely food 😋 would definitely recommend!