Discover The Best Cafes In Deptford

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Looking to move to the area? You need to know the best places to get your morning fix of coffee and a good old-fashioned English fry-up. So here's our guide to the best cafes in Deptford.

The best cafes in Deptford, London

The Waiting Room

The Waiting Room, with its quirky decor, cosy seating, chalkboard menus, and relaxed vibe, is not just a cafe, but an experience waiting to be savoured. Located at 134 High Street, this cafe offers a unique menu featuring vegan burgers, bagels, chicken burgers, loaded fries, sides, and salads. ‘The Spicy Maiden’, loaded hash browns, and their signature 'Deptford Death Sauce' are among the popular items. If you're a coffee enthusiast and love a dog-friendly atmosphere, The Waiting Room is the place for you.

Mouse Tail Coffee

Mouse Tail Coffee, nestled in a charming railway arch, is a haven for coffee lovers. Their minimalist yet cosy designs, with plenty of monochrome and green decor, create a soothing ambience. Based at Arch 3 Deptford Railway Station, their name refers to the pouring of a perfect espresso, with a thin and flowing mouse tail.

They are known for their fantastic coffee, as they roast their own beans via Mission Coffee Works. What's more, they cater to a variety of dietary preferences with their range of non-dairy milk options, including oat, soy, and almond milk.

Once you've ordered your coffee, why not purchase freshly baked pastries, such as a cinnamon bun, a pain au chocolat, or a blueberry muffin - yum yum!

Naked

Naked, snuggly tucked away at 13 Market Yard, is renowned for serving speciality brews and matchas, juices, teas, bakes, and odes of good vibes. Food-wise, expect a variety of brunch options, vegan pastries, and smoothies. And the fun doesn't stop there; they even host a weekly run club, meeting every Tuesday at 7:00 am and on Saturdays at 10:00 am.

Enjoy outdoor seating, wheelchair accessibility, and, of course, Wi-Fi. Open from Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 4:00 pm, and 8:00 am to 4:00 pm on weekends. Naked has everything you need to while away the hours, with good food and drink.

The Broadway Cafe

The Broadway Cafe, located at 47 Deptford Broadway, is a charming, family-run Italian cafe and pizzeria beloved by locals and rooted in community spirit. Offering a wide variety of coffee specialities, including espressos, macchiatos, cappuccinos, Americanos, cortados, and lattes, all reasonably priced. Their signature focaccia sandwiches and pizza, crafted with quality, care, and fresh ingredients, stand out. 

The cafe offers vegetarian and vegan options for their pizza, and their tiramisu remains a firm favourite among their customer base.

Deli X

Deli X, located at 156 Deptford High Street, just steps away from Deptford Station, is a delightful blend of deli, grocery store, and café. Expect a diverse selection of wholesome grains, natural products, and home-cooked style pizzas, chorizo bean stew, cheese platters, soups, and sourdough treats.

Beverage-wise, enjoy a variety of high-quality coffee made with love. With extended opening times from 9:30 to 18:00 on weekdays, and from 10:00 to 6:00 pm on weekends, Deli X offers customers a one-stop shop for all their food needs.

Gaff

Gaff, situated at 8-12 Creekside, is right next to the popular Deptford Creek and features other cool cafes and artistic gatherings. Serving a range of coffees from espressos, cappuccinos, flat whites, chai lattes, mochas, cortados, macchiatos, hot chocolates, and loose teas, you're spoiled for choice.

Food-wise, Gaff may win the award for serving up the best breakfast buns, with a choice of bacon, sausage, eggs, or a mixture of eggs and bacon. Don't forget to choose your preferred sauce. Are you a red or a brown fanatic?

Drip London

Drip London, also known as The Drip Coffee Bar, is a premium dining and nightlife destination where bold African flavours meet culinary flair. Located at 47 Deptford Bridge, The Drip has slowly become a favourite among locals for its welcoming vibe and high-quality coffee during the day.

Enjoy a variety of speciality drinks, including house coffee, pistachio mocha, and Live Wire (a blend of house coffee, espresso, and mocha syrup). You can also purchase pastries, such as almond croissants and pain au raisins.

If you enjoy dining out, be sure to sample The Drip's delicious African menu, featuring Jollof rice, plantain tacos, and barbecue baby chicken - real finger-licking stuff washed down with your choice of cocktails.

Cafe Bianca

Cafe Bianca, a beloved cafe located at 65 Deptford High Street, is just a short walk from Deptford Station. If you're after a classic British cafe charm with a no-frills setting, then Cafe Bianca is for you. Open Monday to Sunday, 6:30 am to 4:30 pm, this venue wins our best fry-up award.

Choose from different fry-ups sets from Set A, two eggs, two bacons, two sausages, beans or tomatoes, and two slices of toast, or Set B, two eggs, one bacon, one sausage, chips, or beans or tomatoes, and toast, or Set C, two eggs, bacon, sausage, black pudding, bubble and squeak, beans or tomatoes, and toast.

Don't forget to wash your meal down with a vast selection of coffees, hot drinks, and cold drinks, such as a single espresso, chai latte, or apple juice.

Badger Badger

Badger Badger, based at 139-145 Deptford High Street, effectively blends gaming, working space, a kitchen, and a pub for a truly immersive experience. Meet up with co-workers for a meeting, grab a pub game at lunch, enjoy Japanese-American fusion street food, and wash it down with a craft beer or other curated drink. We can't think of anything better.

Open from Monday to Thursday, 10:00 am to 11:00 pm, and on weekends, 1:00 pm to 11:00 pm. Badger Badger is the ideal venue for your working, socialising, and refreshment needs.

Deptford Market Yard

Deptford Market Yard, located adjacent to Deptford train station, has been transformed from a derelict railway goods yard into a vibrant public square featuring shops, eateries, markets, and cultural spaces.

Deptford Market Yard is the perfect destination for your weekend. A place to discover, eat, drink, and shop where you'll find the very best local chefs, creators, and curators.

Enjoy Lomond Coffee being roasted onsite, Little Nan's serving cocktails in teapots, and food vendors like Frankie Goes to Bollywood (Indian-inspired street food), Mama's Jerk (Jamaican-style food), The Cheese Truck, and Dirty Apron.

The market operates fortnightly, on a Saturday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, and every other Sunday, allowing locals to sell items such as clothing, furniture, and other goods.

Move closer to great coffee

From quaint and quirky coffee shops to ambient cafes and one-of-a-kind markets, Deptford has it all. Want to live close to the London High Street, voted one of the coolest in London? Why not move into an UNCLE apartment in Deptford and benefit from having the excellent Deptford amenities just a stone's throw away?