La Bruschetta in Croydon

My favourite cafe in the triangle for a bite of lunch or to sit down and work in. Delicious Portuguese coffee and sweets remind me of when I used to live in Lisbon. Menu offers warm paninis, great for eating in the go, as well as salads and hearty lunches. My wife and I have been coming here for the last 5 years. The owners are incredibly friendly and hospitable 😊

Really friendly, and I had an amazing pastel de nata, still warm out the oven😍

Cute Portuguese cafe and the blackberry with Raspberry smoothie was very refreshing. The handmade freshly baked tart was amazing too with different flavours. Tried the raspberry one and the filling was delicious. The salad for jacket potato was not all that making the meal not very wholesome overall, however the cheese filling was nice.

My Portuguese colleague took me to this restaurant to try two Portuguese tarts. They were delicious and they had many flavors; chocolate, passion fruit, raspberry, etc. Mocha ☕️ was okay and creamy

Delicious, authentic Portuguese pastries

Amazing food and Agostini, Liddia and Mrs Agostini are so welcoming. Most is homemade in situ. I miss the coffee now i am back in Cornwall...used the coffee beans this morning :) catch you again soon. Lisa

It was the first time I went. My family and I loved everything. The coffee is very good and everything is very well done. We will definitely come back. The best is the fresh pastel de nata.

The best cafe in Crystal Palace! Food is delicious and fresh; lots to choose from. Its often very busy, but the staff are always smiley and friendly. Wish I lived nearer.

Such a happy place, with friendly staff. The place is full during lunch and you can’t help but feeling you are part of the local community. If you need to feel uplifted, this is the place! 💕

When I’m in London visiting family I find myself always drawn back to this happy little cafe. Even when it’s full they make you feel looked after. I always go for the Portuguese cakes and pastries but they have nice savoury options too. The staff don’t make you feel rushed to choose, and they don’t leave you standing there waiting for attention, that extra patience to give customers time makes a big difference to the overall welcome. I don’t think you can teach that. There are lots of other cool choices in Crystal Palace for sure, but somehow I just end up walking around and back to this warm and friendly spot.

Fabulous cafe very friendly staff, quick service and great atmosphere. Defiantly recommend visiting here. You won’t be disappointed, you’ll want to come back, I do.

The most friendly staff, delicious food and great value. My favourite place on the triangle for sure.

Best coffee in Crystal Palace, a fabulous community cafe, friendly happy team, great atmosphere and definitely my go to coffee shop.

Been coming here for many years , as they have the best coffee in crystal palace, with a warm welcome, great atmosphere and great food, and a particular shout out for their Pasta de Nata’s

Just awful Sausage and bacon panini was a joke, sausage sliced so thin, doubt it was even half a sausage, dry panini, looked more like two Ryvta’s squashed together. Coffee was bitter, tasted old. Find it amazing that an “Italian” cafe can serve such rubbish. Wouldn’t waste my money going again. Truly rubbish.

The kind of cheap, tacky place which consists of such lame, tacky, fake 'decorations' of signs which say: ' live, laugh, love' and some extremely unfunny stuff like a cheap picture saying: ' Hand over the chocolate and nobody gets hurt!'... Oh my god such taste the interior designer had of such a place! The woman at the counter had the most unfriendliest attitude ever, was incapable of smiling, looked like I was inconveniencing her just by looking at the menu, and had even slightly aggressive vibes. The panini I ordered was a joke; bread texture felt stale, along with everything else shoved inside it which had probably been 'assembled' a few days before and after they microwaved it or did whatever else to 'heat' it up, the cheese was still unmelted in cheese panini. I won't be coming back. Theres far more lively, interesting and friendly places worth stopping in in Crystal Palace. I wouldnt recommend here.

excellent quality, service and atmosphere. I love their goat cheese salad and small puds .... they are salads to die for .... La Bruschetta is very popular always busy ... it is the BEST

Lovely Portuguese- owned café/bistro. The owners, Nadiya and Agostino are really delightful. It's a treat to go here and be warmly welcomed.

This is a beautiful and fabulous Cafe, the best I've ever been to. ♥️

Lovely service. People are great always good food and drink. Would be nice to see toasted tea cake or hot cross buns or scones with jam.

Popped in here yesterday and was pretty shocked at the unfriendliness and general attitude of the staff towards us for no apparent reason. We went in to see if we could spot whether a table was free and were walking towards the back and had a menu thrust at us before we’d seen whether there was somewhere free. We found a table for us and sat down, were unsure whether we should order at the counter or if there was table service. After about 10mins I decided to go up to the counter to order and was told to wait (the server appeared to be just standing staring at her colleague for no obvious reason) and then after about 3mins of waiting decided she could serve me. The coffee we ordered was good but it’s so noisy in there and the staff rush around looking miserable as sin, it’s off putting and unwelcoming. I’ve been in before for a takeaway coffee and cannoli 2/3 times and found it to be friendly however was so put off yesterday we left early to go somewhere else, will avoid this place in future.

So cute!!! The atmosphere is so lovely and comfortable and I think about their panini's all the time!

Lovely friendly staff and good food.

Really lovely staff. The Portuguese tarts are really good and genuine. Good choices for vegetarians and so tasty too. Will definitely go again.

On a lovely sunny Autumn day , the only place that shows that you love yourself is this place. The drinks especially the mocha and hot chocolate well prepared and presented remind you of good summer vibes somewhere in Italy with a very authentic and yet rich taste. The bites are thoughtfully prepared where the spices harmonize the taste. Don't ever forget to try the salad that tastes like freshly plucked from the backyard onto the plate, spiced with your favourite Italian Grandmas secret spices. Before you go to your therapist or nutritionist just visit La Bruschetta , you will know what self love and mindfulness is. The prices are too good for such good food.

Waited 15mins for a baguette and it was £8.50. Charged £3 extra because I asked for lettuce and tomatoes.

Lovely place, nice people and the best pastel de nata I have had in London.

Lovely food, extensive menu with both food and drink beverages. An absolute must to dine in when in Crystal Palace!! Great atmosphere and service!!

A wonderful and friendly place with excellent food and coffee. Owned and run by a lovely family from Madeira. Such a very reasonably priced cafe . Clean and a relaxed atmosphere. I go once or twice a week. Please go and enjoy. Derek

Great atmosphere, staff very friendly and always busy🐝 looking after us and with smile faces, nice selection of tasty 😋 food and pastries!

Great coffee, friendly people 🥰

Been going to this lovely cafe for 5 years. Best place in crystal palace. Delicious fresh food, amazing coffee and friendly staff. Had a very good lunch with my daughter today.

Good food, nice staff, reasonable prices.

super delicious food, and super friendly staff!

Very natural food, good drinks, and great coffee. Salads, paninis, and soup are all very good Owners and staff are very amicable

Muy bonito lugar y desayuno variado y delicioso!! La atencion excelente!!!

I was there very early in the morning .Nice friendly staff .Average price for a decaffeinated coffee and a croissant about £5.75. Unfortunately I was hoping for a quiet moment , but there was an extremely loud woman on her phone which reverberated around the whole space .I left quicker than I had anticipated

We love this cafe friendly staff and atmosphere delicious food and children welcome we visit whenever we are up that way with our friends. 😁👍😉🍰

Lovely welcome but one the team, ( male). Female staff not so happy looking

Good staff, reasonable disabled loo, good pastries.

Try their sandwiches and I am certain you will go back. Served by an amazing and passionate team. Be warned, their pasteis de nata are to die for too.

I recently visited this cafe that I found to be simple but cosy, and perfect for a relaxing break. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, with soft lighting and comfortable seating that made it easy to unwind. One of the things I loved about this cafe was its location - it was situated in a bustling area, making it convenient for people to stop in for a quick coffee or bite to eat on the go. However, despite its central location, the noise level was low, creating a peaceful environment that was ideal for taking a breather. The menu at the cafe was simple, but the items on offer were delicious and made with care. I particularly enjoyed the selection of paninis and sanwiches, which were fresh and tasty. The coffee was also excellent. Overall, I would highly recommend this cafe for anyone looking for a relaxing break in a comfortable and welcoming environment. Whether you're on your way to work, running errands, or just looking for a place to unwind, this cafe is definitely worth a visit.

First time in this lovely cafe, food was nice and cheap. Service was friendly and the atmosphere was nice.

Lovely little local cafe with amazing coffee and cakes.

I think that the staff are very friendly and helpful and the service is great and the food is good and helpful towards disabled people who have a walking stick.

Poor experience. Staff unpleasant. Forgot my order altogether.... Sighs...

Nicest pastel de natas I've ever had.

If you are looking for a family friendly place in the area to have coffee and breakfast, this is the place! I love going here with my family during the weekend. The staff are very friendly and the food is so tasty and delicious. Highly recommended!

Lovely family-owned neighbourhood cafe. Reliable lunch pit stop in Crystal Palace and very central. We love the selection of hot paninis, snacks and pastries like pastel de nata. Warm service and popular and friendly with locals and visitors to the area.

Lovely place to have a coffee ☕️ , snack or a meal. Very full menu and reasonably priced!

The best local coffee bar for miles, excellent staff and manager. A real homely vibe.

Buzzing with traditional Portuguese vibes. The salted caramel canoli is GOOOD. great coffee too. Lovely catch up with friends

Nice artisan cafe conveniently situated in crystal Palace triangle. Panini and a flat white at very reasonable prices. Will definitely return.

What a lovely find! Mums with babies, travelers (us!), and retired folks crowded into the shop. I wish I had taken pictures of the delicious chicken pesto panini and our favorite- the Pizza Palla with amazing fresh mozzarella, a fantastic tomato base with fresh oregano, and yummy mushrooms. Stellar flavor! Our mocha and cappuccino were perfect and took the chill off when we arrived!

It's my favourite coffee shop! They make THE BEST CAPPUCCINO ever, great selection of cakes (big and small, sometimes I like just a little treat 😋) Super tasty panini and warm hospitality! The staff is always cheerful and sometimes you just want to walk in the breath the joy!

Visiting for a few days from Glasgow and came here nearly every day. A genuine community cafe with a friendly vibe. Excellent food, service and ambience. This is how cafes should be - ignore the corporate chains who pay less tax than real people do!

la bruschetta is a place where my mum used to go when she was pregnant with me so i have spent my entire life growing up going there, it means a great deal to me and many others that I share my memories with. i reccomend all others to take at least one visit because not only is the food amazing, the staff extremely polite and the entire place extremely family friendly, but you might start making memories there like I did

Lovely service with delicious coffee and food.

Hervorragender Kaffee , sehr nettes Personal und sehr preiswertes sowie gutes Frühstück !

Solid coffee and delicious food and pastries!

A wonderful place for coffee and great cakes and food. I love the owner and staff are lovely. I highly recommend going there anytime you are in Crystal Palace. The Best in the Palace. Derek

Proprietari molto gentili. Ottime le colazioni.

Delicious lunch very fresh and friendly service - always a pleasure to eat here 😋

Best coffee in the triangle, I will die on this hill!

Great Paste de nata, very friendly service. Will definitely be back! 😁

Non male, ma ce sempre posto per migliorare.

Very friendly service. Highly recommend one of their cannoli.

This place feels like home and I don't think I feel as comfortable anywhere else on the Crystal Palace Triangle, turning up with prams and kids. The lady who runs it is just so lovely - she radiates warmth and is always smiling.

I thought the coffee was excellent..... and then I had the Portuguese custard tart. The rest of the menu looks really good and more than enough to tempt me back. The staff were really nice and the service was spot on. Thank you.

very friendly service, tasty food

Very friendly and great service 👍

Friendly service, ample seating with some outside too. Enjoyed reading the many pictures, signs and messages that cover the wall while we tucked into our freshly made paninis. Will definitely visit again.

Great customer service received from friendly and helpful staff. Lovely atmosphere created you will enjoy whether you are eating alone or with friends. Child friendly as well which makes this place a hit with mothers with young children.

It was lovely, the food is great and the staff are amazing.

Just went for a coffee and to my surprise they serve fantastic panini and very good lemon Pastel de Nata. It’s a hidden gem!

Beautiful cafe and beautiful people caring and considerate would definitely recommend 👌

Cafe has helped in finding my missing cousin completely put them self out giving her food and drink and informing family of her whereabouts eternally grateful for this cafe as we may not have found my cousin and on the other hand there menu is amazing and food is top quality

Cheap supermarket processed quality food, but not actually cheap.... enjoy a high price low quality meal.

Carinissimo il locale accogliente e gentilissimo il personale. Ottimi caffè e dolci

Food was great just as was the service. Great place to chill out with friends

Lovely staff, reasonably priced, nice setting

Just boss, staff are wonderful people

Great staff, great food, great coffee, what's not to love?

We enjoyed 4 drinks which were delivered promptly

Lovely little cafe, had a Bacon and Sausage Baguette for breakfast and it was very nice. Staff seems very friendly, will definitely give it a try for lunch

Love this place, best Pizza & Pasta in the triangle and great customer service

Bom cafe atendimento simpatia um bar com bom ambiente

ordered Smoked Salmon and cream cheese panini this morning. i've got macarel one instead, was far fron the cafe already otherwise I'd make a Complain! 😔 very dissapointed! please don't lie to your customers,!!!!

Lovely atmosphere and hospitality

Bom ambiente e boa comida. Café excelente

Lovely little cafe. Very family friendly. Plenty of good high chairs and good baby changing facilities. Our toddler loved his sausage and baked beans early dinner whilst we had excellent coffee and delicious pastries. Staff were very nice too.

Only ever been here once as it's always packed and I don't know why. The panini I had was burnt and had no side salad. It's a shame the locals seem to always hog the seats no matter what time you go.

Love, love, love this place. Anyone who has written a bad review just doesn't get it. Family ownership, always so friendly even when its busy, clearly very hard working. Large variety of food and pastries, large portions, great price, all home cooked. There is nothing not to like about this place.

Lovely food all freshly prepared to order, the salads are exceptional. Add really friendly service and this is the best cafe around, Lots of seating but go early for lunch because it is popular.

Excellent, friendly service, coffee and cakes.

I've had quite the disappointing experience here when I went for a late breakfast. While presented well, the "iced latte" tasted horrendous (not sure whether they heard my order wrong or if there is something very wrong with their coffee machine). Avocado toast was decent but it's hard to mess up avocado toast--this one comprised of what seemed to be store bought sliced bread with a thin layer of smashed avocado. Prices are fair but food/coffee not up to snuff--I don't think I will be back any time soon.

Went in by chance ad we we're looking for something else, but the food was lovely with some nice service.. recommended

Lovely friendly staff and a good cuppa. Great place for a catch up with friends!

This cafe is friendly and well run hubby and myself go up and love having coffee and their delicious homemade tarts they are to die for yummy it's family business and makes everyone welcome from mother's with babies to much older people like us😊

Delicious fresh Italian food and coffee, one of my fave places for a quick lunch on the triangle.