The best bookshops with cafes in London
The literary coffee-house is a historical institution: we've found its 2018 incarnation – the bookshop-cum-cafe. These places are just as brilliant for browsing the bookshelves as they are for sitting down for a (three course!) meal. Whatever kind of bibliophile you are, here's a round up of the best spots to relax, read and have a bite to eat.
This neighbourhood cafe and bookshop is designed to look like someone's living room where you can sample homemade bakes surrounded by bookshelves filled with the classic books loved by the nation. We recommend going for breakfast and a good long read. In the summer, sit in the lovely garden – but if the sun isn't shining Vanilla Black's bright yellow walls should do the trick.
WHEN
9am – 5pm
WHERE
308 Kennington Road, Kennington, SE11 4LD
