Waterloo Cafe in Lambeth

Have previously attended and throughly enjoyed the experience. Unfortunately it was closed on Wed 28th August to the chagrin of my grandsons who had been primed for the breakfast. Update, 9 Apr 25, glad to find it open this time. Most impressed again.

Happy staff. Excellent food. Quick service.

Just perfect for a good nice clean café

Proper breakfast at extremely reasonable money. Will be back again.

Very nice break. We had a quick lunch. Very friendly staff. Simple and efficient cooking.

Nettement mieux que Prêt à Manger et moins cher. Les plats sont simples mais très bons. Accueil très sympathique. Ce n'est pas touristique mais c'est typique et authentique.

It's good this more traditional cafe is still here. Tbh, it could be better - the single sausage with the breakfast and the vaguely cooked tomato, were disappointing.. and the coffee was weak. Tbh, there's far too few of this sort of independent caf left, so I seriously hope they give things a little bit of a boost as I'd hate to see another one go just to be replaced by a shit chain coffee and pastry place.

Great place for lunch, good food at reasonable prices. The service is fast and friendly. 10/10

Fantastic food and service and great prices especially considering the location

Great value. Quuck service huge portions and good quality. A real gem

Today we bombarded this little cafe with dozens and dozens of people ordering teas, coffees and food as we waited to start a march to Westminster. The staff dealt with all orders in turn, they didn't forget anybody and they were very organised and professional. Well done, you did a great job!!!

Very good quiet cafe. Quality of food excellent and very reasonable price. Staff attentive and polite.

Great little cafe, good prices.

The best cafeteria in London, very good food, prices and workers. God bless you very much.

Gem of a cafe just outside Waterloo

This place is great! Brilliant customer service and great food at very good prices.

I always go here after work or when I'm on break it has lovely staff there too the food is great I personally order the bacon and chicken sandwich for breakfast also the atmosphere is very welcoming

Great breakfast on a friday morning 😊 really friendly staff and amazing value!

We had a traditional English breakfast which was very good. The staff was friendly. I recommend.

From the first day we arrived in London we were looking for where to have breakfast and we found this Café by chance. It was an absolute success. The waitresses are very friendly and attentive and always with a smile. Sofía waited on us and was lovely. With great skill in his work and working quickly because they had many clients, and yet he attended to us with great pleasure and patience. And to top off the experience, say that the food was delicious. We repeated it every day we were in London. And I hope to return soon! A huge hug for Sofia from Spain!

Great place for a cheap breakfast!

This place never fails me at all the breakfast options are amazing and they know I don't eat hash browns so always swaps for another option, and they know how I love my eggs. Lovely friendly people it's my go to place when I am in the office,I sometimes go when I am not at work,the foods that good.

Very busy but good food! High efficiency. Will definitely comeback

Nice cafe had poached egg and they was both hard not runny which was disappointing 😕

Good food, service could be friendlier

Estábamos pasando y vinimos a comer dos veces. Ambos tenían tortillas que estaban encantadoras y bien cocinadas. El personal era muy agradable y los precios excelentes teniendo en cuenta Waterloo está a la vuelta de la esquina y en una zona muy concurrida. Volveré otra vez.

NO te dejes llevar por el toldo solar que ha visto días mejores. Este café es una verdadera joya. El interior está muy limpio y actualizado. El personal era muy amable, pero sobre todo la comida era excelente y muy bien valorado.

10/10 I was studying English with EF just around the corner and some friends took me to this place, as a student this was a lifesaver. The food is great the prices are surprisingly fair, and the people are just lovely. I had either a Tricolore or a Mozarella panini almost every single day for a month, THEY FEED ME FOR A MONTH. I took my friends with me too, it became "our spot". The service was quick and easy and the blonde waitress always took my order with a smile. The pastel de nata for dessert is a must !! Apparently they do a great English Breakfast since I saw people ordering it often. If you're around the area, do yourself a favor and try out this place. I will miss it so much now I'm away but I know I'll go back someday. PLEASE DON'T CHANGE TOO MUCH PS: I recommend the Vegetarian Panini for gloomy days and Tricolore for sunny ones

Lovely cafe with great food, we keep coming back! Delicious breakfasts, not too greasy, at very reasonable prices. I recommend the baps in lovely fresh rolls, that are huge! Lovely kind staff who great you with a smile. Great seats outside for sunny days! Thanks all at Waterloo cafe

Gran cafetería local. Servicio amable. Sentado sin prisas, así que un gran lugar para ponerse al día con los amigos. La comida es la esperada y precios de cafetería muy razonables.

Great breakfast to set you up for the day, very good value with a cuppa thrown in with the price. Will be coming back next time I'm in town.

A menudo caigo aquí cuando viajo por Waterloo. La razón es que siempre puedes confiar en un poco de comida decente a un buen precio. El lugar es popular y no de gran tamaño, así que estás un poco en los codos en momentos de mucho trabajo. Esto se suma a la atmósfera de un café tradicional de Londres. Tuve el desayuno, una comida para prepararte para el día. También se tomó un desayuno Deluxe, regado con café. Si lo visitas puedes pedir en el mostrador o hay servicio de mesa. Vale mucho la pena entrar.

Unassuming cafe with authentic feel. Super affordable and delicious. The staff were very friendly AND they also serve a veggie English Breakfast :)

Lovely little hidden gem. Very large breakfast. Stair climb to a nice second level. Loved being surrounded by Brits and not touristy.

This is an absolute gem of a Cafe Superb food and service at a very good price I honestly can't speak highly enough about the Waterloo Cafe If your ever in the area put this place on your list...

Unreservedly recommended! Extraordinarily delicious breakfast at fair prices….

Bought a panini today, I was quite late for lunch and the sandwich they toasted was really stale. The ham was grey from being on display, cheese was ok but not much of it, bread was hard and dry, it was supposed to have basil in but there was only a tiny bit. I was disappointed as I have heard good things but my experience was poor.

Wanting a cooked breakfast, we decided to visit here having read the reviews and were not disappointed. It’s not glamorous, it’s a proper cafe, quick service, good food. Very busy with locals which is always a good sign. Hubby loved his breakfast and my chicken panini was delicious.

Picked up recommendations from TripAdvisor. Food was good.

Always busy but fast service and good quality food.

Fast, easy, good food for a low price! Perfect amount!

Went here for breakfast. The food was good, the staff were lovely and it was reasonably priced

This is a great little cafe, which has friendly/efficient staff and really good value for money with no silly service charges as has occurred elsewhere nearby. It is ideal for the station exit near the Old Vic and I highly recommend for a full English breakfast/brunch.

Just to be clear my scoring system: 1/ Don't go, just don't. 2/ I can't recommend going 3/ I enjoyed it but probably won't go back 4/ I enjoyed it, would go back especially if invited 5/ I enjoyed it, would invite/recommend others there myself Proper greasy spoon cafe where you can get a full English for under a tenner. Just off the beaten path outside Waterloo. Winner

Great value compared to the tourist hotspots. Perfect for a fry up and a cuppa.

It's a great friendly place, nice staff clean venue. A gem hidden away.

Lovely little cafe just outside Waterloo. Lovely coffee, hot choc and custard tart. Great spot.

I enjoyed a nice breakfast here. Chicken escalope is good, price reasonable. It’s perfect come with a white coffee. Staffs are friendly and polite. Glad to visit this cafe.

Recommended place for breakfast, good food, good price and friendliness

Nestled on the unassuming Wootton Street in Waterloo, Waterloo Cafe is a haven for weary travelers and hungry locals alike. Stepping inside, the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and sizzling bacon instantly put my stomach at ease. In search of a hearty breakfast to fuel my day, I opted for a classic – the omelette, baked beans, fried tomato, hash browns, and buttered toast combo. And let me tell you, it was a symphony of comfort food that hit all the right notes. The omelette, nicely cooked. The baked beans, simmered to a perfect sweetness, danced around the omelette in a comforting hug. The fried tomato, juicy and bursting with sunshine, added a touch of acidity to cut through the richness. The hash browns, crispy on the outside and soft within, provided a satisfying textural counterpoint. And the buttered toast, a canvas for golden butter, was the perfect base for mopping up all the deliciousness. The charm of Waterloo Cafe extends beyond the delicious food. The friendly staff, buzzing with the energy of a well-oiled machine, added to the warm and inviting atmosphere. As I left Waterloo Cafe, my stomach full and my heart happy. The combination of nicely cooked food, friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere made it an experience that went far beyond simply fuelling up. If you're looking for a hearty, no-frills breakfast, look no further than Waterloo Cafe. Just be prepared to share your table with the locals, because this Waterloo gem is definitely a neighbourhood favourite.

Great british breakfast. Fast service and good prices for London. The toast was great, so were the mushrooms and the bacon!

Was a good typical cafe, breakfast was substantial

Fantastic little place. Situated in a back road. Service very good and very quick. £8.50 for a traditional breakfast and drink (tea or coffee) not over priced at all. Breakfast size is just right

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Lovely people and lovely food! Well priced.

We had a very decent breakfast at a good price. After placing order we waited max 5 minutes to get our order. Definitely we’ll come back next time.

A hidden but fantastic small cafe visited by local people. The traditional English breakfast and a coffee next to Waterloo station for £8,50 is a really great deal. The service is also 5*, absolutely recommended.

Have known about this place for while and it comes highly recommended - so wandered a few hundred yards from Waterloo train station for a quick lunch - was very good and staff friendly and efficient esp our lovely waitress serving upstairs - who smiled constantly and a real asset to the cafe. Plenty of choice on the menu and something for everyone at extremely reasonable prices. Will be back.

What a great place. It felt like everyone who came in was a regular and a friend. We visited for the first time and felt the same. Great food and coffee too.

Great cafe. Very quick and friendly service. Recommended!

This is the real deal. Open 5am for the early birds, $8.50 flat for an English breakfast. Can't beat it; I would recommend it to a friend.

Solid local cafe. Well priced so dont expect gourmet ingredients, but celan place with well cooked, quick service and friendly staff. Great independent place!

This was worth every bit of the 5 minute walk from Waterloo Station. As soon as I saw how many locals were using the cafe I thought this must be good. It did not disappoint, superb breakfast and lovely staff. Great value for £8.50 all in.

The quintessential workman's cafe. Fast, friendly service, good selection of menu options at a very reasonable price.

Waterloo Café is the best place for anyone looking for breakfast or lunch near the station. I cannot recommend it enough! Located in the back streets of Waterloo, this gem has affordable dining options with fast, friendly service and delicious food. Probably the best panini I have EVER had, the jacket potatoes are incredible too. Skip the tesco meal deals and come here for food made hot with fresh, high quality ingredients. The owner and staff are incredibly inviting so be sure to check this place out when you are next in Waterloo.

Waterloo Café is the best place for anyone looking for breakfast or lunch near the station. I cannot recommend it enough! Located in the back streets of Waterloo, this gem has affordable dining options with fast, friendly service and delicious food. Probably the best panini I have EVER had, the jacket potatoes are incredible too. Skip the tesco meal deals and come here for food made hot with fresh, high quality ingredients. The owner and staff are incredibly inviting so be sure to check this place out when you are next in Waterloo.

I do love the Waterloo Cafe and it’s been a stalwart of the area for many a year. The staff are always friendly and there is a vast selection of sandwiches, baguettes, paninis and hot food available. It’s very popular with locals, passers by and workers from the area. Only downside is the prices have gone up quite a lot in the past year which is a shame. I get small businesses are struggling, but the rises are significant and more than most people have seen their wages grow in the same space of time. I’ll always show my support as they’re lovely in here, but less often now given the higher prices.

Had the most wonderful English breakfast here. Very much local, yummy food, efficient service and at affordable prices.

Abbiamo trovato questo posto perché consigliati da Trip Advisor. Da fuori non è molto curato, si trova all'angolo di un edificio, e l'ambiente è molto dinamico. I piatti sono abbondanti, la scelta completa anche di proposte vegetariane. Un'alternativa economica per sperimentare la classica colazione inglese, e riempire lo stomaco per tutto il giorno!

A great cafe located close to Waterloo Station. Clean, good value and friendly staff. I had the full English breakfast which included a mug of tea. They let me change a few items. It was quick and hot.

Brilliant café with great service, great food, great coffee, and reasonable prices - especially for the location. Plus it's one of the only places open around there early in the morning. Have healthier options as well as traditional cafe selection.

Excellent place, delicious food, welcoming and professional staff and very reasonable prices.

Sorted me for a train snack. Cheers

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This wonderful little Portuguese café is an absolute gem in the back streets of Waterloo. The produce is excellent, the Delta coffee is wonderful, and the staff are incredibly professional and certainly take pride in their professionalism and hospitality skills. I thoroughly recommend you visit this café if you're in the area at any time of the day when they are open, I believe that you will not be disappointed.

Excellent food, good prices, full english breakfast

I fell in love with this marvellous café when I discovered that it sells orange juice in delightfully nostalgic glass bottles, such as are associated with traditional milkmen. I keep coming back not only because of the juice, which is invariably fresh and delicious, but also on account of the indescribably amazing staff. Victor and Sofia are two of the nicest, friendliest people I have ever been served by in my life - if only everyone in the world was as kind as they are, life would be totally perfect.

Dreadful, served a very stale (obviously old) croissant which tasted like cardboard. I know you had good croissants because I saw them in front of the glass and you gave me one at the back and double bagged it quickly. If I had the luxury of time I would have returned it to you.

Affordable breakfast with basic ingredients. Friendly staff. Nice cafe near the train station for those looking for a sit down meal on a budget.

Our Waterloo Cafe was in Cardiff not London! It was excellent with high quality gourmet food. There were generous helpings of toppings (mine prepared avocado) on sour dough toast and beautifully poached eggs.

best panini and latte here. small but tidy and comfy.

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Enormous breakfast bap cooked very quickly so I didn't miss my train, right next to Waterloo East station. Staff worked so hard, so quickly, almost like robots! Highly recommended and better value than anything inside Waterloo station

First time here, and first breakfast in London. Downstairs is the deli area/counter and upstairs is the seating area. The staff at the counter were very friendly and patient as I broused the menu. They have a good selection of breakfast and lunch options as well as some very tasty and fresh looking pastries. I went for the full English and. It was reasonably priced for London prices. As I sat upstairs it took no more than 5 mins to arrive. Very tasty, the star of the show was the sasauge which was excellent quality and the thick buttery toast hit the spot. Great options for vegetarians. I liked the environment inside.

Can't complain about the value offered here. Great little café.

Really good food and great price as well!

Great place for breakfast with very fair prices and a large choice of panini’s.

We really enjoyed our breakfast here, it was quick, cheap and delicious. The coffee was piping hot and in a huge cup. We both had the Early Starter breakfast. Recommended.

First time here, I missed my breakfast at the nearby Union Jack club so after leaving I noticed this place across the street. Downstairs is the deli area/counter and upstairs is the seating area. The staff at the counter were very friendly and patient as I broused the menu. They have a good selection of breakfast and lunch options as well as some very tasty and fresh looking pastries. I went for the full English and. It was reasonably priced for London prices. As I sat upstairs it took no more than 5 mins to arrive. Very tasty, the star of the show was the sasauge which was excellent quality and the thick buttery toast hit the spot. If I'm in the area again I will definitely go again and this time will hold out for lunch or maybe a coffee and a cake.

This place is clean, quick and serves good food at reasonable prices. We dined as a family of 5. We are within 10 minutes of arrival. A good breakfast and drinks for all cost less than £50. Recommended.

OK cafe some nice Portuguese cakes

A hidden gem. Great food, great service and a great price. Full English and a cup of tea for £6.50. We were going to see ABBA in the evening so the Waterloo cafe seemed very apt. Highly recommend for a great breakfast

Beware all Indians- these people are racists and judge you. On 28th May 2022, me and my Aunt visited this cafe. We are Indians living in US. We ordered. Food was okay and we are waiting for our rental car pickup in the corridor. Two people who are serving the tables showed us their attitude. I think they are not English. But definitely European. We sat at an outside table and the restaurant was empty though they asked us to leave the table and muttering in foreign language. They're rude. They did like that because we are of brown skin. Never going their again and I ask other Indians not to go as well. They judge you. We felt disgusted and left.

Très bonne adresse ! Surtout pour un petit déjeuner. Le personnel parle un peu français et est très à l'écoute.

Best café in Waterloo by far! Great breakfast, great prices. A fair amount of seating inside, with a couple of tables outside too. Would highly highly recommend!

Thank you for the simple but perfect Full-English, made my (last) day in London

Really tasty breakfast! Very nice staff, good location and surprisingly low prices. Definitely worth to stop by and enjoy a meal on a busy day visiting London!

Perfect for breakfast at affordable prices and the service is great! I would definitely come back

Great coffee; Latte>cappuccino. Both consistently creamy and rich. Breakfast Bap was delicious as well. Plus they’re open at early bird hours and there’s a reason they get a steady stream of customers that early!

The best place in Waterloo for a good cheap breakfast. Better than 90% of cafes that charge double what these guys do