A local’s guide to pretty cafes in London with Christmas decor, lights, and cozy vibes – some of the best Christmas-themed coffee shops in the city!
London is absolutely magical during the holiday season.
In between visits to the city’s sparkly Christmas markets, why not sip on a cup of hot chocolate or chai latte in gorgeous Christmas-themed coffee shops?
Whether you’re after a quiet escape from the hustle and bustle or are simply looking for extra instagrammable cafes, these places offer some of the prettiest Christmas decorations in the city.
London’s 9 Prettiest Coffee Shops With Christmas Decor
Since most of these Christmas cafes are located in Central London, I thought I’d share with you a few other guides I’ve written about this area to help you discover it in the best way possible:
- The Best Free Things to Do in Rainy Central London
- The Best Shopping Spots in Central London
- The Best Christmas Places Along Regent Street
If you’re after something completely different, like historical sites and other neon places, you can also check out these guides:
- The Oldest Neighborhoods in London
- The Old London: A City of London Itinerary
- 12 Pretty Historical Buildings in London Even Locals Don’t Know
For now, let’s focus on the prettiest cafes you can find in London with a gorgeous Christmas aesthetic!
Pretty Cafes in London With Christmas Decor: Minnow, Clapham
Located in South London‘s Clapham, Minnow is a charming laidback cafe known for going all out whether it be the middle of spring, autumn or Christmas.
Twinkling lights, wreaths and pine cones adorn Minnow’s terrace, and the inside of the coffee shop is just as beautiful.
Whether you’re looking for a cute cafe for a romantic date or a catch-up with friends, Minnow is a top-tier destination for a festive breakfast or brunch.
Read: The Best Things to Do During Christmas in London
Pretty Cafes in London With Christmas Decor: Bageriet, Covent Garden
The Bageriet bakery, which should be on any food lover’s itinerary to Covent Garden, is a quaint and tiny coffee shop hidden in a back street and offers a rustic, homely feel all year round.
However, as soon as Christmas time comes around, Bageriet switches up the decor with elves, wreaths and candles, bringing an additional touch of Scandinavian charm to Covent Garden.
In addition, Bageriet also offers festive specials like Swedish classic pepparkakor (delicious gingerbread cookies) alongside their famous cinnamon buns and freshly baked bread.
Once you are done, discover Covent Garden’s hidden gems, its pretty streets and colorful spots, or make your way to James Street for some well-deserved fashion, beauty and makeup shopping.
Read: The Best French Bakeries in London
Pretty Cafes in London With Christmas Decor: Biscuiteers, Notting Hill
Notting Hill’s Biscuiteers is any Christmas lover’s haven, with an incredible range of iced biscuits and seasonal treats.
Whether you’re looking for unique souvenirs from London or planning to treat your loved one to a romantic moment, Biscuiteers, with its sparkling lights and retro charm, makes for a gorgeous coffee shop to do so.
In addition to festive designs like Christmas trees, gingerbread men and snowmen, Biscuiteers also offers biscuit icing workshops and various gifts sets: a truly perfect place for festive fun!
Read: The Most Instagrammable Secret Cafes in London
Pretty Cafes in London With Christmas Decor: Dalloway Terrace, Bloomsbury
Hidden in Central London, Bloomsbury isn’t only one of the poshest areas of the city, but also home to beautiful boutiques, secret courtyards and many, many photo opps.
That is also where Dalloway Terrace is established, a place to visit during the fall, Christmas, and spring alike.
Aesthetics follow the seasons, in a cozy cafe where you’ll be able to treat yourself to anything from festive beverages to brunch and afternoon tea.
Read: The Best Secret and Free Museums in London
Pretty Cafes in London With Christmas Decor: The Ivy Chelsea Garden, Chelsea
Part of the Ivy Collection restaurant chain, which owns some of London’s prettiest restaurants, the Ivy Chelsea Garden is another cafe restaurants you can count on for year-round decorations.
Whether it’s spring and Chelsea in Bloom is going on, or Christmas and the neighborhood dresses in lights, baubles and wreaths, the Ivy Chelsea Garden is part of the movement.
Famous for its grand seasonal displays, the cafe restaurant offers a cozy yet luxurious atmosphere inside that feels like a winter wonderland, a vibe that extends to the menu too, with Christmas-themed afternoon teas and comfort food.
Read: The Best Cafes in London With a View
Pretty Cafes in London With Christmas Decor: Peggy Porschen Cakes, Belgravia
Famous for its pretty cupcakes, cakes and colorful lattes, Peggy Porschen is probably one of the pinkest cafes in London, with branches in Chelsea and Belgravia.
The pastel cafe mixes with snowflakes, glittering lights and the coziest atmosphere, which can be enjoyed from the morning to the evening.
Customers can enjoy Peggy Porschen’s Christmas decorations from November, already bringing a lovely vibe to the buzzing London life – why not enjoy a delicious cup of hot choc with a festive cupcake or gingerbread cookie?
Then, if you are down to visit London a bit more, make your way to Harrods to discover the striking Egyptian Hall, or head to Oxford Street for some shopping!
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Pretty Cafes in London With Christmas Decor: Elan Cafe, Various Locations
If Elan Cafe has several locations in London, I’ve only visited two of them; the Wardour Street branch in Soho, and the Hans Crescent branch in Knightsbridge.
In addition to the very pink, very floral coffee shop vibe Elan Cafe offers, Christmas brings an icy air of glamour to the cafe, with glowing lights and festive additions to the menu.
Gingerbread spiced chai latte, Christmas wreath supreme croissants and Alpine Tree cakes are only some of the Christmas-themed treats you’ll find at Elan Cafe around the holidays – make sure you don’t miss out!
Read: The Best Themed Cafes in London
Pretty Cafes in London With Christmas Decor: Dominique Ansel Bakery, Belgravia
Famous for its cronuts, Dominique Ansel Bakery in Belgravia makes for one of the cutest bakeries London currently boasts.
The innovative pastries by French pastry chef Dominique Ansel welcome seasonal twists around Christmas time, like the Christmas cronut, and festive pies.
When you visit, don’t forget to take a walk around the beautiful neighborhood of Belgravia: it is, after all, one of the best spots to admire Christmas lights in London, and offers plenty of luxury shopping opportunities.
Read: The Best British Shops in London
Pretty Cafes in London With Christmas Decor: Ralph’s Coffee, New Bond Street
Located only steps away from impressive Burlington Arcade, Ralph’s Coffee is part of the Ralph Lauren brand, and brings more style and luxury to any London trip.
When Christmas comes around, this refined designer cafe transforms into a winter wonderland, a chalet-but-sophisticated vibe.
Some of Mayfair’s prettiest Christmas shop windows are located on New Bond Street, and you’ll also find Fenwick, an upscale department store, higher up the street.
Hot chocolate, breakfast, afternoon tea – Ralph’s Coffee has it all, in addition to a cute red telephone booth that travelers love using as a background for their pictures.
Read: The Best Doughnuts in London
London’s 9 Prettiest Coffee Shops With Christmas Decor
Thus finishes this guide to pretty cafes in London with Christmas decor – you’ll hopefully have found new places to add to your bucket list!
Some of my favorites are definitely Bageriet, Elan Cafe and Biscuiteers; what can I say, I love the retro coffee shop vibe!
Oh, and by the way – if you like retro spots, make sure you check out my guide to London’s vintage cafes: there aren’t many, but they really feel like places from another time!