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Alexandra Palace Garden Centre Cafe
★ 3.0(1 review)Café
greenhouseplant-filledquiet
About the Vibe
Tucked into the south side of Alexandra Palace park, this garden centre's Glasshouse Café is a quiet haven for plant lovers and coffee seekers alike. The Victorian-style greenhouse creates a lush, jungle-like atmosphere where you can sip a latte surrounded by towering houseplants and climbing clematis. It's not a destination for gourmet dining, but the simple coffee, cakes, and light brunch fare hit the spot after browsing the extensive plant selection.
Known For
- •Victorian glasshouse setting
- •extensive houseplant collection
- •coffee and cakes
- •gardening expertise
Best For
weekend plant shoppingquiet coffee breakfamily outing
1 review
City InsidersEditorialApril 11, 2026
A Greenhouse Hideaway for Plant Lovers
The Glasshouse Café at Alexandra Palace Garden Centre is exactly what you'd expect: a simple, unpretentious spot tucked away in a greenhouse surrounded by plants. The atmosphere is genuinely charming – you're literally sitting among towering houseplants and climbing vines, which gives it a unique jungle feel you won't find in typical London cafes. The coffee is decent, the cakes are standard garden centre fare (nothing special but perfectly fine), and the service is friendly and efficient.
What makes this place worthwhile is the setting and the convenience if you're already visiting the garden centre or Alexandra Palace park. It's a lovely spot to take a break after browsing the plant selection, and the outdoor terrace is a nice bonus when the weather cooperates. However, don't expect culinary excellence – this is a functional café that serves its purpose well rather than a destination in its own right. The prices are reasonable for the area, and it's a solid choice if you're in the neighbourhood and need a caffeine fix among the greenery.