February 9th is the annual Pancake Day in the UK! Now that it's Pancake Day, it's unavoidable to eat more pancakes! The most popular pancake in the UK is called crêpe, which comes in two flavors: sweet and savory. This article will tell you about the best crêpe shops in London.
1. Creme de La Crêpe
This crêpe shop in London's Covent Garden allows customers to choose their own crêpe flavors and materials. It is a relatively modern and individual shop. The founders are two handsome guys.
They started as a stall on St Andrew Street in 2004 and have been running until today, becoming a well-known storefront in Soho, London. Their crêpe, like most crêpe, comes in sweet and savory flavors. The price is also very reasonable, one is about £5, and there are a variety of drinks and smoothie that can be paired together.
Address: Unit 26, The Piazza, Covent Garden, London WC2E 8RE
2. My Old Dutch
My Old Dutch in London sells crêpe that might be described as a large, ultra-thin pizza. Because they are all spread out, the ingredients are sufficient, and they are served on a large plate and a large plate. In addition to sweetness, there are many savoury flavors similar to pizza on the menu.
There are three existing branches in Holborn, Kensington and Chelsea. The average price per crêpe is £6 – £10 (sweet ones are slightly cheaper).
Holborn Address: 131-132 High Holborn, London WC1V 6PS
Kensington Address: 16 Kensington Church Street, London W8 4EP
Kings Road Address: 221 Kings Road, London SW3 5EJ
3. The Kensington Creperie Ltd
This is a well-known crêpe shop in Kensington. It has been in business since 2001, and it is now regarded as the "old man" in the crêpe shop. The decoration of the store is simple, much like a small Cafe in Family-run. In addition to all kinds of crêpe and waffles, don't miss their homemade ice cream in summer.
Here's an introduction to their most popular one - Cookie Monster, which contains all kinds of chocolates, cookies, etc. Although the calories are very high, it is very tempting!
Address: 2-6 Exhibition Road, South Kensington, London SW7 2HF
4. Crêpe Affaire
This is also one of the most famous crêpe shops in London. The ingredients they use to make crêpe are 100% organic. This crêpe shop is very convenient. You can pre-order first, and then pick it up at the store. Isn’t it very easy!
Think about when you are hungry, just move your finger on the Internet, and take it away directly at the store, which is very convenient.
5. La Petite Bretagne
This pancake shop in Hammersmith specializes in authentic French pancakes. Similar to other pancake shops, there are sweet and savory options, but their savory pancakes are especially delicious. They also offer unsweetened flour options, especially for diabetics.
Their decoration style is particularly warm, which is very suitable for drinking afternoon tea with a few friends and girlfriends and feeling the atmosphere of petty bourgeoisie.
Address: 5 Beadon Road, London W6 0EA
6. La Crêperie de Hampstead
This crêpe cart in Hampstead, North London, is very famous. Many people queue up to buy it. Since 1980, it has been making crêpe. It is definitely a "crêpe professional" in London. From Hampstead subway station, turn left and walk straight across the road, about 5 minutes, you can see this stall.
Yes, it's a small stall. And this store is very popular, and many celebrities have gone there to buy crêpe.
Address: 77 Hampstead High Street, London NW3 1RE
