Le Delice in Lewisham

Great neighbourhood coffee shop with particularly friendly and helpful people. Fabulous savoury snacks and amazing patisseries.

Popped in to get a hot chocolate takeaway but before I asked to use the toilet they all looked at each other and informed me it wasn’t working I advised them I was pregnant and they turned around and asked me am I sure… another customer asked to use the toilet and they said yes it’s downstairs but for me it wasn’t. I have been gong to this cafe for the last 8 years but the last 2 years the staff customer service has absolutely gone down hill!

I had 5 minutes to wait for my train at Ladywell and I saw the Illy coffee sign and thought great, I’ll be able to get a good coffee in there to take away. The black Americano I ordered was handed to me with no froth at all (not what I’d expect with Illy beans) and looked very watery and weak. I had asked the barista not to put too much top up water in the cup but was ignored. My suspicion was confirmed when I took a sip ( nearly got third degree burn off the scolding liquid!) weak and watery. It’s a shame because you would think a coffee would be easy not to mess up! Needless to say I’ll not be returning to this establishment for another scalding hot, weak and overpriced coffee.

Delicious snacks and fresh orange juice. Recently moved to the area so will be here regularly

First time coming in here with my partner, ordered a hot chocolate, latte and ham and cheese panini to have in, food and drinks were lovely. When asking the barista for a takeaway cup for my coffee attitude was awful, giving me a dirty look and asking why. Such a shame because it really let down the whole experience!

Came here on a work from home day for a quick lunch break treat! We both had crepes which were pretty tasty and arrived nice and quickly. I've had coffee here before and it's delicious but today had a fresh orange juice. The cakes always look amazing and I'm sure will tempt me into eating one, one day soon!

Stopped for a chicken bun, very tasty.

Good Quiche and omelette.. Greek salad needs much better ingredients.. Cheap sqashy, tasteless tomatoes and also tasteless sliced olives! Better ingredients needed...

Always great service, good coffee and a selection of cakes and delights that are FAR too tasty and enjoyable!

I came here with my children as I heard great things about the food. However this cafe is tiny no space for buggies which is not the cafes fault however the staff were extremely rude when I did enter the with the buggy tutting at me so I got my food to takeaway and struggled getting out again with no help just dirty looks. It can be really hard as a mum to get out the house with two small children although I accept that isn’t anyone else’s problem but it’s really knocked my confidence when I’m being treated poorly and started at for having a buggy.

For those who wish to have an early breakfast outside of the home, this is a great choice. The food was excellent! I got an omelette with spinach, ham, mushrooms and cheese. It was delightful. My friend got the ham and cheese omelette and she thoroughly enjoyed it too. The coffee and mocha were very good too. Absolutely enjoyed my breakfast here. Some good options on the menu.

Have been loyal customers since the day it opened. Sadly this morning the young lady serving us was very rude and the worst service we’ve experienced before. Made us want to go else where

Been meaning to pop in for a while. After a lovely day with the family thought I would pop in and get some cakes as a treat. The cakes looked nice (signage not the best to see which cake was which). They tasted nice and fresh. Other: may be a good idea to be wearing gloves when handling food if not able take item without bare skin touching it. Staff: Girl serving me was nice but her colleague who waiting on tables (and nearly bumped in to me) had a Face like thunder and had plenty of sour looks to hand out.

Le Delice is a lovely coffee shop that does some great takeaway coffee served by a friendly team. Always happy to pop in a grab a coffee and pastry for my morning. The food isn't great and feels like it's made offsite though, so I typically stick to what's made and baked in-store.

Lovely friendly cafe, great staff, coffee is the best and pastries are fab

Nice place Nice people Nice food Nice Staff.

Tricky place to review. On the one hand, they have some great sweet treats. On the other hand, the coffee is really bad and the paninis are average. Also they once gave my vegan friend a lot of potato salad which he explicitly asked not to have. In any case, in this place Ladywell has a casual cafe spot and it’s difficult to argue with that.

Stopped for breakfast but showed up late! Ended up bringing home a couple slices of cake instead. The fresh OJ was amazing, and the carrot cake is one of the best I’ve ever had. Restaurant was clean and the staff were very friendly.

Fantastic coffee. Lovely friendly atmosphere. Staff very smiley and friendly. Highly recommended. Have been here 2 days in a row.

When I first started coming here , I would get eggs Benedict and I noticed some people would get a garnish or tomato on the side and I didn’t and being honest , that put me off eating there for a while as I like consistency and paying the prices they charge for food , I do expect it. Also being established for as long as they have , I believe they know what sells and what they should have enough off to make every dish the same but that’s just me. I believe in second chances so I tried them again . I honestly used to love the chicken buns warmed up until one time I asked for it to be heated and when I bit into it, the middle was cold which was a shame as I haven’t ordered a chicken bun since. The filled croissants definitely are overpriced for what they are . They are okay, nothing special in my opinion . I tried their lasagne with my work colleague, and they were the last two one lunch time and to be honest, I have had better lasagne. Taste wise it wasn’t up there and it was quite dry and for what they charge. It’s the most I’ve paid for a lasagne. Now I just stick to certain patisseries because some of them are really good . I do think it’s quite overpriced so I just have a patisserie every now and then as a treat.

AMAZING bakery and service. I had the blueberry slice and tiramisu and they were a divine experience

Good coffee, decent price. Cute cafe lots of seating. Only thing is very busy and system near counter doesn’t work great, sugar spoon also gross. The barista was wonderful and friendly.

Le Délice's Oat Milk Chai is a warm hug in a cup

Great panini. Lively cafe. Obviously popular.

Very nice, relaxed, good for a small group to catch up over coffee and delicious cakes. Rather pricey (£1.90 for a small carton of apple juice) but otherwise recommended. My daughter enjoyed it too.

Decent lunch offerings and the sweet treats selection is fantastic! They're also dog friendly!

The food is good, especially the desserts. Would recommend the chicken sandwich or pear & biscoff slice! Coffee is alright. I've been here multiple times and thought the atmosphere could be a bit more welcoming. The staff are polite but not that friendly, I just came in for a chilled morning coffee and somehow felt a bit out of place in my casual clothes? A good place to bring your nan for brunch but not so much for a relaxed hangout with your friends i guess? 😕

Delicious coffee and Baked Goods

Best coffee I've had. Got a slice of Walnut cake. An explosion of flavours!

Nice cafe, but internet never works.

Really busy cafe and definitely a great brunch spot for families. Sucks there aren’t a lot of outlets so not an ideal spot for remote work. Food is pricey but delicious. No accessible toilets.

I cannot say enough that will describe how truly amazing this place is. The food is very good, they have beautiful and delicious French patisserie cakes, and most of all the staff is super friendly and makes you feel comfortable. The cherry on top is being pet friendly, my dog is always well received there and she loves meeting new friends when we go there. This is the best place you will discover in a while.

It’s been since 4 years I’ve visited Le Delice it’s been amazing, I travel far away to get to this place , the stuff are nice and friendly

I want to think positively of folks but I believe this place might be a bit racist. My coffee machine broke down so I got coffee from this place for a week. It was a decent cup. 4-5 days into it I find out they have a loyalty card system and they were only offering it to white folks! Right infront of me, he offered a loyalty card to an elderly white man, then right behind me a white lady but completely ignored me!! That happened 5 days in a row! 1 day maybe I can understand, but five straight days, come on? Have some shame. I won’t be going there anymore.

I've just moved to the area and spent all day working in the cafe due to the train strikes. Such a lovely atmosphere, the wifi was reliable and most of the staff very hospitable and polite. The food was also tasty and I'll definitely be returning soon.

Friendly and efficient staff. Very good patisserie and bread. Great lunches. Reasonable prices. Pleasant decor. Recommended. Has lovely French style cakes. Stops serving cooked food at 2pm Dog friendly. Level access throughout (front door has steps, side door has a slope) but no accessible toilets (there is an accessible toilet in the nearby park). Seems to be LGBTQ friendly.

Cafe to go in Ladywell, and Hither Green.

A bit expensive but worth it considering the food and the place is comfy. The staff are very nice

Best patisserie south of Kensington.

Great lazy Saturday breakfast, as always.

Le Delice is truly a gem in Ladywell. The moment you step inside, you're greeted by a charming atmosphere that's as delightful as their cakes. The beautiful cakes on display are a treat for both the eyes and the taste buds. What sets this café apart, however, is the consistently kind and welcoming staff. Their warm hospitality makes each visit a memorable experience. If you're in search of a beautiful place to enjoy delicious treats and friendly service, Le Delice is the place to be.

Good coffee and the food looks great

Good location. Food was okay. I got the Nutella and banana crepe and there could've been more Nutella as lots of the crepe was dry. Coffee was also okay. Atmosphere was nice though.

Nice up market place with a good variety of food and drinks

This is such an amazing place - delicious food, amazing patisserie, staff is very lovely and friendly and it’s got that neighbourhood vibe that makes it feel cosy and welcome. It’s also pet friendly. I cannot overstate how good this place is.

Customer service was horrible, no smiles, no nothing. 3 of us ordered food together on one bill. All came out at different times. Mine came out 1st, so of course I waited for the rest of the food to be polite... So mine was cold and hard by the time i got to it (I ordered a salami sandwich). Also ordered a classic plus, which arrived with no egg, so ounce again we had to wait. The concept of going out to eat together, is just that... the eating together part.

Best mocha I have had in London!

One of the best coffee shops in south east London. The level of professionalism and customer service from the staff is second to none. Always a warm welcome, prices are very reasonable and the coffee and food are amazing!

The cakes and patisserie are some of the best I’ve ever tasted. La Delice is my favourite tea & cake spot (and I live round the corner so I’m there a lot!). The fresh bread is also excellent. And you get a full pot of tea, not just a single cup. There’s seating inside or outside, or get a takeaway and go sit in Ladywell Fields.

Delicious food and very friendly and polite staff. I extremely recommend to all the Exotic delice sweet it's to cry for more.

Best croissants in Lewisham. Get a cappuccino and a large croissant and just enjoy…

Tasty, nicely presented omelete.

Maybe it's because I'm an invisible 60 something painter decorator covered in paint that meant I was treated with such contempt when I bought my morning coffee here. Shame because the coffee is very good. Disappointingly plain croissant though.

Nice place to eat and relax if they respect it! Waiters are around sweeping your cups immediately and sometimes trying to take them when you still have coffee on them! Real pity!

I’ve had breakfast here a few times and it has always been lovely. The portions are great and everything is made fresh. The coffee is one of the best in the area. There is also a huge variety of pastries and cake that are so inviting.

Lovely cakes and staff is friendly. The caramel and pear cake was to die for.

Better layout since last time we were there. It's our favourite place after unpleasant procedures at Lewisham Hospital! Nice cuppa, delicious cake/pastry

Didn't eat. Dismissed the coffee and had a pot of tea. Great value. 3 medium cups from the pot with milk. Really pleasant staff. Helpful and great attention. Well done.

One of the best cafes in the Ladywell area. Great quality food and drinks. Can be very busy during peak times, so if you want a little more peace and quiet, pick your times wisely! Some of the best cakes here as well, so if you have a sweet tooth or have plans that revolve around cakes, this is the place to be!

🐔 salad in lovely crusty bap, warmed up on request; 🍋 tart to finish and cup of 🔥 chocolate. Really lovely staff, wish I'd got their names. Clean!! 5 🌟

I just had the best the best sweet of my life, it was the chocolate and caramel one. I’m a person who always eat sweets and I can definitely say it was the best. The staff there were also very welcoming and kind with a great smile all of them. Thank you so much! I will come back soon!

Very good experience 👌 Lovely mouse cake and freshly squezzed citrus juice 😋

Attended with colleagues for lunch. One of the staff behind the counter lacked customer service skills for sure. Her attitude was poor and involved, rolling her eyes and dismissing concerns/queries. Our order was meant to be ready at 1:15. we arrived at 1:20, and nothing was ready and had to re-order upon arrival. When we queried about the delay. The young lady behind the till was not very helpful and was very unprofessional in her attitude and response. we were told that "you were late anyway" however my colleague had sent over the order in the morning consideering it was a working lunch and was reassured on 3 separate occasions that it would be ready.The manager, however, was quite nice and did appologise. The panini sandwich was nice. The salad that a lot of us ordered was extremely cold. Some opted to take away as it was difficult to eat. Some had the salmon crepe which cost about £10.00 for the price u paid you had more crepe than filling-a measly portion of salmon as such it was quite dry some of us opted to take sauce from other dishes to help making it a bit more appetising. The orange juice, however, was quite dry. Wasn't impressed

Quite disappointing experience as I really wanted to enjoy it as the place looks lovely from the outside. we went there for lunch yesterday and pre ordered food. It not even the fact that we had to wait and had 5-10 min to eat even tho we clearly stated that we are all health professionals and need to be back for a certain time but the food quality was really low! I had salmon crepe which was empty ( I had tiny piece of salmon and cream cheese only in the middle ) definitely not worth paying £10. Salads were also super cold and hence not enjoyable. I give some stars to only say thank you to our server lovely French lady.

The food was delicious the service was quick and amazing I love it

Honestly this place is a delight. The food has always been bang on for the 9+ years I've been coming here... since I had my first born at lewisham hospital! Not over in lady well often but whenever I am I stop here. Oh... the cakes and sweet treats 😋😋😋 My brother came down from Walthamstow and was delighted by the price of the coffee also! 🤣

Not sure which one of the two “La felice” is this one as I visited both of them in two consecutive days. Their coffee is the standard Illy Cafe which is of acceptable quality and taste, however it’s inferior to many independent coffee shops and coffee brewers in London. So there’s always room for improvement. Other than that they offer a wide variety of breakfast and lunch options; I had an avocado, poached eggs and salmon on toasted bread which was excellent!

Ate the bacon and egg baguette with side salad , very tasty. Took some cakes from the patisserie to eat at home. The chocolate salted caramel was delicious.

I'm lucky it's local everything is great

Really good coffee at a reasonable price. Friendly staff. Nice sun baked restaurant.

Nice vibe nice coffee. Now my favourite Ladywell cafe

Ordered crepes. Obviously were pre-made and reheated in microwave. Pre-grated cheese and low quality ham. All for £9 each. Rip off.

Good food, good value for money and good service.

Overpriced, with rude and slow staff. A real shame.

Went there today for the first time. I actually pass in front of it by car and I was always curious to stop and go for a coffee as it looks so cosy. Well I was definitely not disappointed, food is lovely, cakes are delicious. The coffee as we'll was very good. And costumer service is ☆☆☆☆☆ . I will definitely come back every week now.

OK for a quick snack, handy for the station.

Love, love, love coming here! It's my favorite place & if you have a dog, I discovered you can bring your fir baby with you!!

Tasty food Amazing staff Quick service Great atmosphere

Don’t order the full English breakfast.

Great range of food on offer and an amazing selection of cakes and pastries. I prefer to visit the one in Hithergreen of I am earing in only because its bigger so has more space to sit etc but this doesn't change the fact that the Ladywell branch offers tasty food at reasonably prices, a good Mocha and the staff are friendly.

Neat place, very very friendly staff even though it's quite busy. Nice bagels

The food here for lunch was great, the atmosphere was lovely for a Saturday afternoon.

Nice drinks but the huge markup on non dairy is milk is unjustified & so next time we’d go elsewhere

Great full English breakfast and relatively low calorie if you're watching what you eat. Nicely located near the station and not too busy. Service was really quick.

Wonderful food, friendly staff.

If you like French pastries and cakes this is heaven and you would give 5 stars. Staff are great and very helpful. I like the food and Illy coffee is my favourite but it is the atmosphere that gets me going back again and again

Cosy corner cafe and bistro. Good prices especially for coffees. Good atmosphere. Clean and tidy.

We've arrived around lunch, on a Wednesday, thinking we would find plenty of seats for five. How wrong we were, the place was packed - it's usually very popular, as the train and civil workers strikes coincided with our outing. Nonetheless, the always helpful staff lend us a hand and we managed to sit in. Food and drinks were great as usual and service is very fast, prompt and on point. It's a great spot for brunch/lunch which we've visited many times and never left disappointed. The brunch/lunch items are simple but always very good (the ham&cheese omelette is a favorite of mine) and the pastries and cakes are always very good (tried about half of the offering so far). BE WARNED though: the cafe is a magnet for families with small children and the hectic haberdashery they bring along. The staff does everything in their power to accommodate everyone but I can understand that sometimes catering to families is soul-sucking and spirit-draining.

Loved the coffee. Had to resist the gorgeous 🎂 😭

Really nice cafe, excellent range of cakes :)

The food there is amazing and the staff were kind and helpful. The café is really aesthetic too and I would definitely recommend you going.

Gorgeous place, such lovely customer service, food and music.

Always come in here on a Tuesday. The food is lovely and staff really friendly and efficient.

Surprisingly good lunch venue, with a choice of meat, fish or mushroom for their croque monsieur. Tasty salads and delicious cakes.

I like this place. Has a variety to choose from. Only minus was busy, and there were tables but they were not clean.

I went there at evening time. I wanted to try a drinks to my surprise I had very bad experience there with the staff. Bad attitude. She made my drink very bad and disgusting I couldn’t even have it. She were touching the food wearing no gloves. I had a very bad experience there. Bad stuff there

Took my 9 month old son in there and was treated with disdain and hostility throughout. The owner repeatedly muttered under her breath in response to any noise he made and made a point of gesticulating and gesturing negatively to other customers, like she was trying to turn the cafe against us. After being made to feel very unwelcome my partner asked to speak to her privately and she didn't even apologise. Just said the noise was jarring and then quickly fobbed us off. We understand that it can be distracting and a bit jarring, but babies make noise, you're in hospitality and you're providing a service. The least you can do is remain professional. Clearly children aren't welcome, I'd suggest another spot if you have the audacity to want a cup of coffee.

We like this place with good coffee and cake 🎂

Decent coffe good opening hours shame about the sandwiches

I was happy to discover this open late through the week - I wonder if dimming the lights after 6 would make this is a more attractive, non-alcoholic alternative to The Ladywell Tavern...