Caffe Concerto London

£8 - £20 / Italian, Vegetarian options

43 Whitehall, London

Opening hours

7:30AM-11PM

Sunday 7:30AM-11PM
Monday 7:30AM-11PM
Tuesday 7:30AM-11PM
Wednesday 7:30AM-11PM
Thursday 7:30AM-11PM
Friday 7:30AM-11PM
Saturday 7:30AM-11PM

Chic Cafe Offers Opulent Dining Delight

Nestled in the heart of bustling London, not far from Trafalgar Square, this charming café promises an experience as opulent as its décor. Glistening chandeliers cast a soft glow over ornamental tables where stylish patrons sip on floral teas that bloom both in taste and presentation. From the moment you enter, there's a sense of warmth; each customer is welcomed like an old friend. Their dessert menu particularly stands out, offering a playground of sweet indulgences. Personal dietary choices are catered to with grace, and their attentive staff goes above and beyond to ensure a tranquil dining experience, even amidst the high demands of afternoon tea service.

However, it's clear this spot isn’t without its quirks. Mornings can produce lengthy waits for everything from breakfast to cappuccinos that merely aspire to be warm. Service ranges from highly polished and engaging to absent-mindedness that lets essentials like tap water become elusive. And though their traditional breakfasts do come well-cooked once they emerge steaming from the kitchen, too many reports speak of dishes either cold to the palette or suffering under their own simplicity. Yet, the comforting atmosphere and passionate employees provide resilience against these missteps, making it, once past the unavoidable discrepancies, an inviting escape within urban chaos, ideal for those in search of elegance and delight. — Nigel Gourmet