The Cafe in the Garden in Camden - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

A lovely little spot to watch the squirrels from when on a break from uni! Serves a really large menu and the service is really great!

Great location with great coffee and friendly staff. Excellent range of breakfast options all reasonably priced. Highly recommended

If you are ever dreaming in wet wintry london of real Italian coffee and dolce vita vibes you need to pop into Caffe Tropea - family owned since 1981 - through the huge windows you look into the ancient trees Of Russell Square and the changing seasons. As soon as london primavera arrives you can move outside onto the huge terrace and enjoy Al fresco Italian breakfast. The waiting staff wear Sicilian style caps. The green dome of British museum and the London University senate house are in view!

Lovely wee place in the middle of a park, lots of seating inside and outside. Italian staff lovely and friendly and a good menu. Great place for a catch-up.

Convenient location. The menu is vast but misleading. Putting a price next to an item and then at the till for payment the price is doubled. Told 'read the menu' I said there are no menus on the tables, it's above the counter so you have to crook your neck up to look at it. The price looks clear enough - there is no price for extra stated clearly. Never mind. It came quickly but the meal was dry and salty. I would come again to try a different meal, but would be careful with my choices to avoid unfortunate issues.

What a fabulous find, loved it so much on our last visit that we headed there again on our next visit to London for breakfast. Same smiling faces. Great food at really good prices. Will be our favourite place to visit next time too

the Cafe is a wonderful spot very well situated and incredibly conveniently place with access to the tube, buses to far flung corners of London and a few minutes walks from the headlining attractions ,its a fantastic place with the best taste of Italy this side of the alps and you are in for a treat and you really can't go wrong, the service was amazing, friendly and at time amusing . the food is fantastic and can't go wrong , it was incredibly filling the coffee was also of the same level of enjoyability (if such a word exist) and I would recommend Tropea to the world and beyond.

A trip to London to visit a friend perform a dance piece at ‘The Place ‘ on Duke Rd. Popped in to my favourite coffee place in Russell Square. Been going there since they opened over 40 years ago. Same family, same excellent service. Beautiful Coffee. Beautiful staff and extremely friendly . They called me by my name still.

Love this place. Only been here for breakfast, but great choices, great food, and lovely staff. It's my place of choice when I'm in London, rather than eating in the hotel. Lots of Italian pastries available if you're wanting a snack, and the coffee is good. Feels very Italian, especially how the staff are dressed. Memories of when I had a place in Calabria (not far from Tropea).

Oh my GOSH!!! What an incredible place. The employees, every single one is an absolute angel and is so unbelievably kind. I was in London on a solo trip with my dog and as a young girl that can be a bit scary! But Cafe Tropea (thankfully right across the street from my hotel) became a home away from home. With the absolute BEST food and great wine. Also can’t miss out on the espresso martini. The spaghetti and meatballs became an everyday meal for me (literally) and after a couple times they memorized my whole order 🥹❤️. You can truly tell this restaurant was built on, is made from and runs on LOVE. It’s family run and you see the whole family there every day!!! I wish I could thank them more for how amazing they made this trip for me. I love you Cafe Tropea!!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️ I will be dreaming of your food until the day I return 🫶

What a beautiful spot. We got new York vibes from here aswell which is close to our hearts which I think it why we loved it so much. We were served by the loveliest people. The place was packed but not noisy. Just lovely. Nothing rushed. A nice window seat to watch the squirrels and the joggers pass on a nice winter day. It would have been amazing to see it all lit up along with the Christmas lights outside on an evening! We will definitely visit this little beauty of a spot again when we visit in the future!

Always such fun when us “angry birds”, a flock of vocal professional women, choose to roost here. The team is very welcoming, especially Luca, and it’s always cheery. The penne arrabiata was especially fiery today: I love it and always order it here. Others like...

Cosy cafe. Great food and decent value for central London. Plenty of outdoor tables for when the sun is shining.

Staying in the nearby hotel and decided to try this place for breakfast - it was delicious - great service and good choice of items on the menu. All set in a lovely park. Very nice !

Hyggelig café, med venlig betjening, god kaffe, kager og tilmed pænt udvalg af pasta og ikke at forglemme gelato, med tre overnatninger i London fik denne cafe 3 besøg, kunne sagens blive et stamsted

Excellent quality food in a very nice green area of London in Russell Square. We stayed at a near by hotel and decided to eat breakfast at Tropea instead and we're very pleased we did. The coffee and food was very high quality and cost...

Great location in Russell Square. Good choice on the menu. Food was served cool and had to ask to be reheated. Great friendly staff.

Tropea is a kind of place you come back to. Once we discovered it.. We came back for great breakfast and coffee every day of our stay. Great service.. Food and park views.. Highly recommended

Ottima colazione. Sfogliatelle e pastiera davvero speciali. Non hanno nulla da invidiare a quelle che si trovano in Italia!!!

Came again to the Cafe Tropea as its a great spot to chill and relax for an afternoon and watch the world go by, and yes, the cannoli are still great!!

Best coffee we had in London. Lovely spot in the garden and friendly staff. Yummy ricotta pastry (sfogliatella). This place is the real Italian deal.

We were staying in Russel Square & had both lunch & breakfast at this lovely little cafe. Friendly staff, great service, good food at sensible prices. The only thing I would add is that menus before you got into the cafe would be really helpful.

I know it's West London, but this place is not only expensive, but the Ham, Egg and Chips I had was awful. One, thin piece of ham that looked like it had been taken from an Asda packet, one very small fried egg, and a...

Asked for an avocado and prawn salad, so disappointed as it looked more like a side salad. , have three stars as a lovely location

the wife and i were staying in a nearby hotel we came across this goldmine while walking thru the park had breakfast 3 mornings in a row couldnt fault the place lovely food friendly staff and very reasonable prices we even went one afternoon for...

Russell Square is wonderful and this cafe is a big part of why. Very friendly Italian service and tasty food. I could do without the pigeons, but they’re a minor nuisance.

The best cafe in London! My wife and I celebrate our anniversary on July 3rd here every year, a great British breakfast, old school quality and service and the beautiful grounds of Russell Square.

Abbiamo trovato una ottima colazione ed un caffè italiano speciale, accompagnato dalla cortesia del personale italiano. Bravissimi ragazzi, continuate così,...

A mild spring afternoon in the dappled shade of Russell Square (a good start already) add a tasty seafood risotto, chilled white wine (going really well now) and the lively chat from surrounding tables - lovely!! Can it get better? Yes! Crispy cannoli with a...

Fantastic Italian cafe serving traditional Italian food and other stuff in the lovely green setting of Russell Sq. I thought it was really good value and staff really friendly. I will defo return.

We were staying close by on Montague Street and happened upon this cafe on the way back to our hotel As a couple my wife found a table whilst I queued to order, which as others have commented is a little odd, however the staff...

Really good coffee and friendly waiters that call you 'darling'.. I liked the location and all the food at display was very inviting to taste! Happy to came here as a last stop for going to St Pancras international.

Great place for a coffee in a green space in central London. Lovely coffee and great pastries. Excellent polite service. Sensible pricing. We saw various dishes coming out and they all looked delicious. Would definitely go back for one of them!

We happened upon this cafe in Russell Square while trying to find a TA recommendation that had since closed. On a chilly, wet London day, it was an oasis in the desert! Ordering system us a little unusual and curt (order before you have secured...

Nice spot for lunch in a beautiful park. The neighborhood is friendly and easy to navigate. We tried the spaghetti with meatballs, pizza and a few salads for lunch

Nice little place. A bit stressful if you come during rush-hour caus you have to order and pay before knowing if there are any tables available. Great food, went for breakfast.

The best americano in London. family run, good sandwiches and pasta too. The terrace in the park is really nice when the sun is out.

I stopped here for a quick tea on my way to St Pancreas station. It’s set in a lovely little park with nice views. The tea was nice and staff friendly

Another good find on a google search for somewhere quick and easy to eat. Loved the decor and the old-style feel to the cafe. Staff were particularly pleasant when taking orders. Nice selection of food. A nice setting in the middle of Russell Square -...

Yeah okay family run and so on, and a nice 1950s charm, and ofc smack in the middle of Russell Square is nice. Have been several times during the warm season, this time for the first time inside. And it's *okay* but not more. Quite...

Sadly, coffee nowadays is mostly awful. Partially because of hipsters and their “speciality coffee” which usually just means overpriced lemon-like acidity, imaginary notes of nothing and snobbish unemployment, partially because of mediocre chains (albeit less obnoxious than the former). The reality is that a fantastic...

The reason I rated this beautiful Caffe 5 out of 5 is simple. It’s friendly , clean and very inviting. Family run business from Italy and has been since 1982. I remember visiting in 1987 when I worked at The Bloomsbury park hotel. Visit now...

We ate here 3 times during our stay in London, twice for breakfast. Very reasonably priced food, friendly staff and a good choice for gluten free on the menu, with gluten free bread available. Staff were very knowledgeable about allergies.

Fantastic cafe in a beautiful setting. Staff are very friendly and the food is terrific. Very reasonably priced, especially given the quality on offer. Would highly recommend.

I really wasn't expecting such authentic Italian food in the middle of a park and was a nice surprise. Really good flavours and huge selection of sweet and savoury Italian food.

Desayunamos en familia el pasado martes. Pedimos un desayuno tipico inglés y café y sándwiches. Estaba todo exquisito. Tanto el...

Sat in the sunshine eating a lovely breakfast. The family has everything in hand. Brilliant service, quality food and excellent service. Would recommend to anyone not wanting an hotel breakfast. Could be back tomorrow

Bellissimo caffè nel mezzo di splendido giardino, vetrate con vista splendida , atmosfera familiare e un po’ bohemiene, personale gentilissimo,...

Really enjoyed our pizza, swift service, great taste and a great location heading down to say goodbye to our beloved Queen Elizabeth 👏👏👏👏

We have walked past this cafe many times on our way to and from the Tavistock Hotel and destinations around London but Friday we finally popped in, and we weren't disappointed. We had to sit inside due to the rain but the surroundings are pleasant...

After 6000 steps and several failed attempts to find gluten free breakfast/brunch in London this lovely cafe made me an eggs benedict on gluten free muffin. Lovely brunch. Friendly staff, great coffee too.

I always visit The cafe in the park when I visit london . It’s situated in Russell Sq , Bloomsbury. It’s very friendly , clean and great views. Run by the same lovely family as it did when it opened 40 years ago. I use...

Amazing location in the heart of Russel square sitting out in the gardens relaxing with a hot drink service brilliant prices reasonable

After an exhibition at the British Museum I headed for my favourite cafe in this area. On a warm (or even hot) day it is such a pleasure to sit outdoors! As usual, you queue inside to buy your food and drink at the counter....

Finalmente un vero caffé italiano a Londra... Inoltre, il personale è cordiale e gentilissimo: consiglio vivamente!

I was on my way to the British Museum. It was hot and I needed coffee. I chose a sfogliatella, which I had never eaten before. It is an out-of-this-world flaky pastry filled with sweet ricotta and candied peel. I saw others ordering iced coffees,...

The very best brunch I have ever had! Eggs Florentine, beautifully cooked and presented, along with Cafe Tropea’s own delicious coffee. What a lovely start to my day in London, sitting looking out on the lovely Russell Square. Friendly efficient service, in a beautifully situated...

We arrived in this area of London mid Saturday morning on a lovely sunny day – as a result many of the local coffee shops were very busy so we thought we would try Tropea, in Russell Square, as being a large café we thought...

I have been coming here for more than twenty years. This is my first visit since covid. Run by a father and son team who really enjoy the crack Immaculately presented polite friendly staff. Well cooked Italian themed food with a full range of great...

Just back from a trip to London and had breakfast here each morning and it was a fabulous find. Staff are very warm and friendly and the breakfast menu is very extensive ranging from pastries to a plethora of cooked dishes. It is also a...

I’ve been stopping here for years to get a bite or have coffee. The location is convenient and scenic. Usually the staff is so nice, but the last two visits really put me off. Maybe it’s the post-COVID world in which we live…this eatery has...

Lovely location in the park at Russell Square Gardens. Have to queue up at the counter to order, but the food was fairly-priced and tasty. Wife and daughter both had ham and mozzarella panino, I had prawn mayo baguette, we had a mini cannoli and...

Si mangia bene e di tutto e i proprietari sono meravigliosi!!! Puoi trovare cose tipiche inglesi e prodotti e piatti...

Was looking forward to using this establishment and initially was going to go for breakfast, but we stumbled on it on the lunch time and because of the reviews decided to try it. Asked for a menu and was informed that the menu was up...

Oh man, aside from the two days I spent in Brighton, I started every morning with a cappuccino and croissant at Caffe Tropea. Back here in the "States," I wake up and start to head to Russell Square for my morning meal. Then reality hits....

Lovely coffee in cosmopolitan surroundings. The only problem was the time it took to queue and order. Will definitely come again

We had a weekend in London and decided to check out Tropea as it was close to our hotel and in pleasant surroundings in Russell Square. Lots of choice and very efficient, it was a popular spot. We had such a good breakfast the first...

We had lunch there ,service was first class food was nice .A pleasant hour sat just chatting & watching the sights .Want to say a big thank you to the waitress that took our order, when she realized i was struggling to hear her .She...

A group of 10 friends were in London for a weekend and this cafe was just across the road from where we were staying so we went there for breakfast on both mornings. It was a popular cafe with seats both inside and out but...

Stopped off in Russell Square on the way home from the British Museum as we needed refreshments, and we were glad that we did! Sfogliatelle with sweet ricotta cheese and orange peel - excellent with lattes! Lovely modern building in a lovely park on a...

I visit this caffe every time I visit London. It’s near where I stay and local to the centre. Situated in a park atmosphere and has inside and outside facilities. Incredibly busy but fabulous quick service . Great menu , good selection of drinks ....

Lovely family run restaurant. We arrived as grandparents with a small baby and they were so helpful with boiling water to heat milk. Lunch was delicious, pizza and spaghetti pescatore. Very busy but queue to order moved quickly and it was worth waiting to sit...

Jag förstår inte hur det här stället kan ha så bra rykte. Vi skulle äta brunch där, för det första...

I go often to sit & chill with friends or alone for a coffee early, I am always greeted by a friendly smile. I have enjoyed many happy lunches & brunches, but you can’t beat a slice of mamma’s home made pizza

Mejor desayuno de Londres sin duda!y mejor café imposible!hablan italiano, español y son súper agradables,desayunar con vistas al parque de...

We went to visit my daughter in London, and stayed across the street at the Kimpton Fitzroy hotel. This fantastic little café was our ‘go to’ spot every day for a week. From delicious morning coffees and egg sandwiches, to hot cappuccinos and cold shaken...

Great food, value, location and atmosphere. Clearly a really popular place and rightly so. Went for breakfast with friends - it was busy and the queue long, but the system is efficient and the service friendly. Fab Italian pastries, good coffee - and the Italian...

Fantastic place lovely location. Great food selection friendly staff. You may have to queue as a busy place but worth it to sit and relax over looking the park. The toilets need to be checked/cleaned regularly though and handwash provided. Have visited a few times...

A friendly family-run Italian cafe with plenty of outdoor seating. Nice food but they can’t make oat milk flat white or cappuccino for a toffee.

It’s my favourite place to eat. I love there coffee, food and love the ambience of the place. In the middle of Russell Sq and been there 41 years. I remember it when I worked in Bloomsbury late eighties and since from visits. Recommend their...

Prompt friendly service, attention to detail, great food, beautiful location in the morning sunshine.

A nicely situated cafe overlooking the park. You can sit inside or outside and I can imagine it is lovely sitting out in warmer weather. The food and drinks are varied and the service is good.

We had visited once before during summer and enjoyed a coffee stop here. This time we visited in winter and enjoyed eating lunch indoors. This establishment offers a welcome alternative to national and international brands. The pasta dish was imaginative and tasty. The Italian pastry...

Had the Italian breakfast so tasty & so much I had to take some home for later True Italian food, really good Italian sausage & beans & bacon, all the extras, every mouthful was so good

Great find, full English breakfast which was very delicious and filling. Set us up for the day! Excellent value for money.

The best place to relax Winter summer whenever . The best coffee , the best breakfasts and a view to die for. Great friendly family staff. Clean and welcoming . A long run establishment if 40 years , the professionalism and experience of the years...

The beauty of this place is its position in the corner of Russell Square. It is ideal for a Brunch type meal which is what we had, no more expensive than other cafes. Yes, I agree the service is not that friendly but to be...

My favorite location for breakfast and coffee. Probably the bet coffee in London. The garden location is so peaceful and lovely. The staff (all a family) is the best!

Stopped here today for a bacon and egg ciabatta, a breakfast tea and a couple of cannoli. Food was ok although egg was not runny and tea served in a mug with no bag so it’s a one strength fits all. Our problem was with...

Very average breakfast and small portions. No service with a smile-seemed we were putting them out by being there. Won’t be back.

This was the one which kept us going, morning breakfast and lunch and also cheeky coffee and cake. The staff are hard working and friendly, the coffee and food is top notch but I have a special shout out to the tiramisu , omggggg. Thanks...

Dans le parc Russel square, restaurant italien tres agreable qui sert de nombreux plats italiens ou anglais. Debonne qualité

Had coffee and amazing sfogliatelle in the morning. After busy few hours watching the marathon, returned for lunch. The Risotto Piscatore wad amazing. Tortellini also top quality.

Sat here for dessert and a coffee on a lovely Sunday afternoon! It's self service and even if the queue is not that big, it takes a lot of time to be served. However, it is worthwhile if you get the cannoli, they are so...

This cafe occupies a wonderful location in a corner of the parklike Russell Square with lots of outdoor seating (there is indoor seating as well, which was closed off on a warm August afternoon). You have to queue at the counter for service, which is...

My aunt recommended it to me and I recommend it to EVERYONE! Really big selection, good prices and of course AMAZING food and drinks. Plus a beautiful interior and garden.

An Italian café, with a wide selection of cakes, pastries, drinks and ice-cream. nice surrounding of a little park too.

I always recommend this fabulous caffe to my friends when they visit London. Coming from Nottingham it’s a treat to visit Caffe Tropea every time I come . The service is the best. The food is always great and the coffee Americana to die for...

Visited here regularly this week after the first visit being great. Good service, cracking food, affordable prices.

We had found this place by accident a couple of years ago and were so impressed that we intentionally went back there to eat when we were next in London. I had the Lasagne which I have to say was probably the best Lasagne I...