Seed Café

£3 - £11 / Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Sandwiches

Friends House, 173-177 Euston Rd., London

Opening hours

Closed

Sunday Closed
Monday 8AM-3PM
Tuesday 8AM-3PM
Wednesday 8AM-3PM
Thursday 8AM-3PM
Friday 8AM-3PM
Saturday Closed

Tranquil Oasis with Vegetarian Delights

Euston, the bustling gateway to London's heart, may pave the way for another hectic day in the city, but right across from its doors lies an unexpected enclave of tranquility – a vegetarian café that's not only nurtured by the Quakers’ philosophy but deliciously mirrors it in its culinary offerings. As I ventured into this serene sanctuary, I was wrapped in waves of calm seldom found so close to such hubbub. The atmosphere is decidedly inviting, made all the more quaint by a bookshop bubbling with character and a kid-friendly nook replete with whimsical offerings to occupy the little ones while sipping on aromatic coffee.

The menu, resplendent with vegetarian delights, does however tug slightly at the tether when it comes to effortlessly satisfying every dietary need, notably when gluten is the naysayer. Despite this minor quibble, the vegan Cumberland sausage, artistically perched on sourdough toast with a refreshing draft of kombucha, sang with fresh flavors. The array of vegan pastries, from croissants to whimsically curated cakes, gives testament to the café’s culinary ethos. However, if you are more adventurous and daring in your dietary choices, you might want to confirm availabilities firsthand to sidestep disappointment sometimes cited. The genial staff ensure that this café meets its potential as a worthwhile retreat where conversation flows gently, untangled by bothersome bass lines. That blend of essence — good book and better food served alongside attentiveness — truly renders it an urban oasis I am quite glad to have uncovered. — Nigel Gourmet