Welcome to The Garden Shack Hideaway
At The Garden Shack Hideaway, we invite you to step into a serene and charming oasis nestled in the heart of London. Our story began with a passion for creating not just food, but an inviting space where community thrives. Specializing in delectable sandwiches and vegan offerings, we celebrate flavor with a personal touch, like our popular toast and jam. Lush hanging plants and handcrafted trinkets adorn our cozy interior, fostering a tranquil atmosphere perfect for savoring lattes by the electric fireplace. Join us to escape the city's hustle, find comfort in every bite, and enjoy a relaxing retreat with friends or a good book.
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12 Byward St, City of London, London EC3R 5AS, United Kingdom Hotline: +44 7912 106692
Welcome to The Garden Shack Hideaway, a charming café tucked away at 12 Byward St in the heart of London. Just a stone's throw from iconic landmarks like the London Eye, this delightful spot invites you to take a breather from the bustling city.
The Garden Shack Hideaway specializes in sandwiches and a variety of drink options, with a strong focus on vegan and vegetarian delights. As you step inside, you're greeted by a soothing atmosphere filled with hanging plants and an eclectic collection of knick-knacks ranging from tiny flower pots to macramé hangers. This setting not only promotes relaxation but also adds a unique character that sets it apart from chain cafes.
Visitors have raved about their experiences here. Veggie M. noted the availability of vegan breakfast options and praised the delicious lattes made with both oat and soy milk. With comfy seating available, your morning coffee can easily turn into a leisurely brunch, where you can savor toast and jam while immersing yourself in the café's tranquil ambiance.
- Ambiance: The atmosphere is further complemented by an electric fireplace, soft jazz playing in the background, and comfortable seating reminiscent of cozy cigar bars.
- Tea and Cakes: Elliott M. and Jamara R. expressed their delight in the perfectly brewed teas and homemade cakes—a perfect pairing for any afternoon indulgence.
- Local Business: Lynsey H. highlighted the significance of supporting local establishments over chains, making it a worthwhile stop for both tourists and locals alike.
However, while the café boasts a relaxing environment, some visitors have pointed out that the prices can be slightly on the higher end, especially for their pastries and cakes. Yet, many agree that the quality and the inviting atmosphere justify the cost.
Whether you're in need of a peaceful retreat to sip your herbal tea or are on the lookout for a fulfilling vegan breakfast, The Garden Shack Hideaway promises an experience worth returning for. Be sure to visit this hidden gem before it becomes too popular!
This is an absolutely lovely place with lovely people and delicious lattes! They had several options for vegan breakfast -- including oat AND soy milk for the coffees. Super cute shop with loads of hanging plants and knick-knacks all over the shelves. Tiny flower pots, macrame hangers, tea cups, and trinkets for purchase. Toast & jam was fabulous. Tables or couches to sit & sip. Highly recommended!
Cute little cafe a stones throw away from Waterloo station. Comfy seating in a relaxing environment. My friend and I stumbled across this cafe en route to an event and dropped in on our way home to try it. We both had a cup of herbal tea and I had a slice of cake. Staff were really friendly and it was a nice spot to spend an hour or so. The cafe also has various items for sale including plants, crockery, candles and kids items, however I found they were priced pretty high. This is why I dropped a star on my review as I found it was on the pricier side. Tea was £2 and a slice of cake/cupcake/pastry was £3. I did enjoy my tea and cake and the cake was homemade but it was a bit of a small portion to justify the £3 price. However I appreciate the vicinity of the cafe probably warrants the price and it is in quite a touristy area with the London Eye a 5 min walk away. The cafe has been there 4 months and it makes a change to visit a local business vs a chain cafe, hopefully it is here to stick around. So give it a go! Hopefully they will become a bit more generous with the portion sizes!!
Located directly across from the Boots and M&S Foodhall is a hidden gem! We stopped in on our way to the London Eye, and this place is fantastic! Perfect seating area with electric fireplace, light jazz instrumentals, perfectly brewed tea and coffee, and just calming atmosphere. There isn't a huge sign that shouts where this place is, so I suggest you come and enjoy it before it gets too popular! This is truly a hidden gem and relaxing place to read a book, talk to friends, or just enjoy some time to yourself.
Wow! This place is very relaxing and has everything you would need if you just want to enjoy some "quiet time." There is an electric fireplace properly placed at the front of the cafe with comfortable seating. The seating reminds me of cigar bar seating which makes you want to take a nap. I've had the Earl Grey tea, vanilla cupcake, and cappuccino. All were delicious and I truly have no complaints. It was by luck that we found this place and have continued to be amazed at the service and the drinks/cakes.
This was my first time coming to this place, but it isn't easy to find. It was very relaxing and a joy to have some coffee and tea. The seats next to the fireplace were also really comfy. :)