A local’s guide to the best bakeries for cinnamon buns in London – from Scandinavian bakeries like Bageriet to Fabrique and Buns from Home, with vegan options!
It seems like I’ve been very interested in sharing pastries, snacks and cheap eats in London lately.
And today, I want to share some of my favorite spots if you’re looking for the best cinnamon buns in London.
Whether you’re spending fall or Christmas in London or just, like me, crave cinnamon rolls every now and then, keep this guide in handy!
12 Best Bakeries for Cinnamon Buns in London (Inc. Vegan)
Every time I spend a few months away from London, I crave its unique shops, its restaurants and beautifully pink cafes.
But the fact is that I love cinnamon rolls more than anything.
Does this have anything to do with the fact I worked at Ikea when I was 22-23 and had access to all the cinnamon buns I could wish for?
Maybe.
In any case, whether you’re looking for ‘normal’ or vegan cinnamon buns in London, you’ll find here all the best addresses!
Best Cinnamon Buns in London: Buns From Home, Covent Garden
Buns from Home used to be a business from home, but that was before the company absolutely blew up.
With locations in Covent Garden and some of the prettiest neighborhoods in London, Buns from Home offer perfectly textured cinnamon buns.
Get those tastebuds ready; it’s going to be hard to top Buns from Home when you’re looking for delicious pastries in London.
Best Cinnamon Buns in London: Bageriet, Covent Garden
I talked about Bageriet before; it’s indeed one of the cutest bakeries in London, and located in the heart of Covent Garden, on Rose Street.
Try to come early if you want to eat on the spot as there are only a couple of tables and chairs in front of Bageriet.
In any case, there are not that many Swedish bakeries in London, and along with those perfectly golden cinnamon buns, you’ll also find the traditional – and succulent – Princess cake.
Best Cinnamon Buns in London: Bread Ahead Bakery, Borough Market
Another one of my favorite spots when it comes to devouring the best cinnamon buns in London is Bread Ahead Bakery in Borough Market.
I’ve already written a review of the perfect Bread Ahead Bakery doughnuts a while ago, but never talked about their cinnamon rolls.
They’re the perfect amount of chewy meets crispy, with icing so beautiful you won’t believe your palate.
Ah, and if you’re looking for even more decadent cinnamon buns, try their Sinner cinnamon roll – the cream complements the spices amazingly well.
Read: The Best Food Spots in Borough Market
Best Cinnamon Buns in London: Fabrique, Holborn
I’d honestly say that spending autumn in London is one of the best decisions you can make – if you arrive around September or October, those are sweet months.
Well, September more than October; but those are the months during which you’ll be able to see nature in fall in London; something I love doing.
Anyway, another one of the cutest bakeries in London where you can get decadent cinnamon buns is Fabrique, in Holborn.
There are other branches around town, including one on Portobello Road, one of the most colorful streets in Notting Hill.
Rustic, flavorful, the Fabrique cinnamon buns will satisfy you in a heartbeat.
Read: The Best Street Food in London
Best Cinnamon Buns in London: House of Cinn, Selfridges
I mention Selfridges quite a lot here, but aside from being one of the best shopping centers in London, it also offers decadent food.
At House of Cinn, you can get beautiful cinnamon rolls which range from plain to crazier textures and combos; Oreo, for instance.
And if you’re ever craving something a bit different, you also have Pierre Herme at Selfridges, ready to offer you the best macarons in London!
Best Cinnamon Rolls in London: Rinkoff Bakery, East London
Rinkoff Bakery is probably one of the cutest and most secret bakeries in London, and if it stays the same forever, I wouldn’t be mad.
Located in East London, Rinkoff Bakery focuses on the tastiest bread, cakes and pastries you’ll ever try.
For instance, if you’re ever looking for fantastic bagels in London, Rinkoff Bakery is the place you want to visit.
All the street art in Brick Lane is located closeby, and you can decide to head that way while devouring some of the best cinnamon buns in London.
Oh, and if you’ve never heard of the crodough, that’s one of the specialties you’ll find at Rinkoff Bakery, and something out of this world.
We do have quite a lot of instagrammable pastries in London, with Criss Cross and Crosstown Doughnuts, but this one…
It’s a whole other level.
Read: Deliciously Secret Places to Eat in Central London
Best Cinnamon Buns in London: Gail’s Bakery, Soho
Gail’s Bakery is one of my favorite cafes to work in Notting Hill, but when it comes to resting, my go-to is always the one in Soho.
It’s close to Elan Cafe Wardour Street, but the vibe is completely different.
While Elan Cafe is one of the most… pink places in London, the rustic charm of Gail’s Bakery feels more soothing.
Another one of the best Gail’s Bakery in London is the one in Battersea; even cuter!
Lots of rambling, but why do I consider these to be amongst the best cinnamon buns in London?
Because of the absolutely bouncy yet crunchy texture – the mix of spices and sugar on top is another reason to love them!
Best Cinnamon Buns in London: Ole and Steen, Charing Cross Rd
Ole and Steen on Charing Cross Road is located close to Chinatown, Leicester Square and Covent Garden.
It’s one of my favorite cafes to work in London; the power outlets and the WiFi work extremely well there.
And Ole and Steen offer some of the best cinnamon buns in London, too, along with the social, another one of their best sellers.
The location and the large windows make Ole and Steen one of the best places to write in London if you ever want to do some journaling with a cinnamon roll and a latte!
Best Cinnamon Buns in London: Chestnut Bakery, Belgravia
Belgravia offers some of the prettiest streets in London; posh, sophisticated, and adorable to take a stroll.
And whether you’re looking to have just a snack, breakfast or brunch in London, Chestnut Bakery is one of the top places to visit.
It’s really cute inside; one of those super instagrammable coffee shops slash bakeries, and with authentic, tasty pastries.
The cinnamon buns at Chestnut Bakery have raisins inside – all the more reason to try them if you love that fall vibe!
Read: The Best Vintage Cafes in London
Best Cinnamon Buns in London: Kossoffs, Kentish Town
There are lots of cool things to do in North London, and visiting Kentish Town is one of them.
That’s where you’ll find some of the most colorful streets in Camden, as well as lots of shops and cute bakeries.
Kossoffs is one of the most authentic bakeries you’ll find in town, and clearly, the crunchy cinnamon rolls you’ll find there will have you hooked.
While strolling around the area, pop by some of the charity shops in Kentish Town; you never know which bargains you’ll make!
Read: The Best Themed Cafes in London
Best Cinnamon Buns in London: E5 Bakehouse
London Fields is one of the cutest villages inside London, and E5 Bakehouse does not stray from this quaintness.
Located close to London Fields station, E5 Bakehouse focuses on organic ingredients, and all of their pastries offer that relaxed feeling that only a good bite can bring.
Close, you have one of the best Italian food shops in London, which I used to visit a lot when I lived in Bethnal Green – especially for mozzarella.
At E5 Bakehouse, you’ll not only find some of the best cinnamon buns in London, but a myriad of different pastries all tastier than the previous one.
Read: The Best Cafes in London With a View
Best Cinnamon Rolls in London: Crosstown Doughnuts, Soho
Crosstown Doughnuts is a place I mention a lot on The Working Line, and that’s because they offer some of the best doughnuts in London.
Even if you’re looking for vegan doughnuts, you’ll find them there.
My favorite branch of Crosstown Doughnuts is the one in Soho, which offers a good selection of their bestsellers.
You can also get Crosstown Doughnuts at the amazing Coffee Academy on Southbank – perfect for the best hot chocolate in London as well.
And their cinnamon scroll is probably one of the most interesting pastry you’ll taste in London!
Also, if you’re looking for vegan doughnuts, that’s the it spot to try when visiting London for the first time!
Read: The Best Cafes for Chai Latte in London
12 Best Bakeries for Cinnamon Buns in London (Inc. Vegan)
There you have them, all the spots to find the best cinnamon buns in London!
Hopefully, you’ll have found here all you needed – with a pumpkin spice latte is my favorite way of enjoying autumn in London!