Olive Tree Cafe

Charming Café: Delightful Food, Friendly Service

Enfield’s culinary scene garners praise not for the glitz and glamour of metropolitan dining, but rather for its unexpected gems scattered amidst the quieter streets. One such revelation is a charming little cafe that offers more than meets the eye. At first glance, its somewhat modest interior may not exactly scream modern charm, yet its picturesque outdoor terrace, which bathes perfectly in the sun, whispers promises of little afternoon delights and culinary gems worth uncovering. The menu pushes the staples common to London’s vibrant café culture freedom, inviting you to create bespoke breakfasts, showcasing everything from perfectly crispy bacon to delightfully seasoned sausages.

On my visit, I was served by an amiable team who exuded warmth and efficiency with such sincerity, it felt contagious. I settled at a small table enveloped by homely decor and marveled at the spicy fragrance of homemade bread wafting in the air; each bite revealed fresh ingredients that made even a simple sandwich shine—though perhaps not always perfectly consistent in balance, as noted with the overly bready baguette. Despite minor nibbles of critique, the food here consistently wins hearts with its promise of pure comfort and tantalizing richness. And prices are eminently reasonable, perfect for making this establishment a new regular spot in your Cafe Holy Grail. All in all, this unassuming cafe excels where it matters: in crafting meals that warm the stomach as much as the heart, possessing those rare qualities of consistency, kindness, and clandestine magic over how something ordinary can be exquisitely nostalgic and soul-stirring. — Clarissa Cuisinier