Best Restaurants for Afternoon Coffee in Waltham Abbey

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BroxbourneEast LondonHarlowHertfordHertsmereHighams Park

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BorehamwoodBounds Green/Wood GreenBroxbourneChingfordCockfostersCrouch End

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1. Casa

4.5

Awesome(20)

$$$$

• French • Chingford

Booked 1 time today

Casa a new all day café and bar serving breakfast, brunch, and late lunch in a space that feels like home. Think soul-soothing plates made from scratch, seasonal ingredients sourced close to home, and a menu where French elegance meets British comfort and Mediterranean charm.

2. INIS

4.8

Exceptional(239)

$$$$

• Irish • Hackney Wick

Booked 6 times today

Relaxed and friendly local set on the canal towpath on Fish Island, East London. Serving a seasonal menu of British and Irish food, coffee and drinks. Dog friendly. Outdoor seating.Open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and Sunday lunch. Evenings from Summer.

3. Yaz Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(108)

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• Turkish • Highams Park

Booked 1 time today

Welcome to YAZ — a stylish two-floor Mediterranean and Turkish restaurant offering everything from relaxed brunches to elegant evening dining.Enjoy authentic Turkish cuisine, Mediterranean favourites, signature cocktails, and warm family-run hospitality in a beautifully designed setting. Whether you’re dining downstairs in our cosy bistro or upstairs for a more elevated experience, YAZ is the perfect destination for every occasion.We also offer private hire and group bookings. For reservations over 25 guests, please contact the restaurant directly and our team will be happy to assist.YAZ — where great food, good vibes, and unforgettable experiences come together.

4. Nonna’s Kitchen

4.6

Exceptional(150)

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• Italian • Broxbourne

Booked 17 times today

Founded by Joe Ricotta in 2012, NONNA’S KITCHEN began with an idea that would bring generations of families together to enjoy traditional Sicilian food in the heart of our home town in the UK. Nonna’s is a family run business which prides itself on sourcing the highest quality ingredients to ensure the best flavours for our customers. As you may know Nonna’s Kitchen translated means Grandmother’s Kitchen. As a Sicilian family we wanted to create a little bit of Sicily right here in the UK by bringing together all of our Nonna’s traditional Sicilian recipes.

5. Franks Canteen

4.9

Exceptional(405)

$$$$

• European • Highbury

Booked 7 times today

***Listed in the Opentable top 100 UK restaurants of 2025***Franks Canteen serves breakfast, brunch, lunch & dinner with the menus being modern using locally sourced ingredients and worldwide in style. We have a prix fixe lunch Monday to Friday at £22 for a lunch special & a glass of wine or beer. Free BYO every Wednesday evening!Happy hour with half price drinks and snacks from 4pm to 6pm Wednesday to Saturday

6. Burnt Faith

4.8

Exceptional(139)

$$$$

• Barbecue • Walthamstow

Booked 10 times today

Welcome to Burnt Faith’s Brandy House Bar – where we break the rules of brandy-making and push the boundaries of flavour.Now home to Black Cactus BBQ, our bar and restaurant in Walthamstow (just 10 minutes from Blackhorse Road) is a bold fusion of world-class cocktails and next-level BBQ. Black Cactus brings their award-winning, Texas-style BBQ straight from the pit, using time-honored techniques, live fire, and offset smokers to craft meats that are rich in tradition yet fearless in innovation.Every dish is made in-house with passion, blending diverse cultural flavours to create something truly unique—just like our brandy. Whether you're here for a cocktail, a signature platter, or the full experience, expect bold, uncompromising flavours from the glass to the plate.This isn’t just dinner and drinks. It’s a fire-fueled, flavour-packed experience you won’t forget.

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7. Bill’s Restaurant & Bar - Stratford

4.2

Awesome(41)

$$$$

• British • Stratford

Booked 41 times today

During the 2012 Olympics, Stratford was the centre of the world's stage. Now, all eyes are on Bill's Stratford, as we go for gold with delicious food to suit all tastes. Nestled in the heart of Westfield Stratford City, we're perfectly positioned whether you're indulging in retail therapy, catching a show at the Theatre Royal or exploring the iconic Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Just a hop, skip & a jump from Stratford International & Stratford tube stations, finding us is simple. Dive into our mouth-watering menus, spanning breakfast, brunch, lunch & dinner, with plenty of options for every dietary requirement - including gluten-free & vegan choices. Ready for your podium moment?

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8. Arte Pizza Restaurant Pizzeria

4.8

Exceptional(128)

$$$$

• Italian • Enfield

Booked 1 time today

At Arte Pizza Restaurant you will enjoy a proper Le Marche tradition! With over 25 years of experience with our first Arte Pizza in our hometown Ancona, our awarded Master Pizzaiolo and his wife, proudly bring to London a selection of high quality products from Le Marche region, in central Italy since 2017. Our restaurant offers cozy and romantic atmosphere, bringing the best high-quality Italian ingredients.From handmade pizzas to delicious homemade pastas. We bring to London mostly wines from our hometown region Le Marche, with grape varieties such as Verdicchio, Pecorino and Passerina for whites and Montepulciano and Sangiovese for reds and as well fine wines from other Italian regions. You will also find excellent and traditional products such as the well-known Distilleria Varnelli, from Macerata; and the famous Borghetti, from Ancona; a classic Italian liqueur made from real espresso coffee.Come and taste a remarkable Marche evening!

9. Ember

4.8

Exceptional(156)

$$$$

• European • Hertford

Nestled inside the iconic 42 Fore Street, this dimly lit restaurant provides a unique venue combining the rustic charm of ember-cooked cuisine with the vibrant energy of a vintage listening bar.

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10. Sévine Brasserie & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(324)

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• Mediterranean • Harlow

Booked 3 times today

Treat yourself to a culinary adventure at our delightful restaurant, where we offer a fusion of Mediterranean cuisine. We are pleased to accommodate group bookings and look forward to welcoming you.Our restaurant is conveniently located in Harlow within the Water Gardens. Whether you’re joining us for brunch, lunch or dinner, book a table now and experience a wonderful dining experience with us.

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