Café Below Menu

Café Below offers a thoughtfully curated menu that balances simple, comforting café fare with elevated modern European dishes. Whether you’re stopping in for a relaxed breakfast or settling in for a casual lunch or dinner, the menu adapts to fit a calm, welcoming atmosphere within this unique historic space.

Breakfast here is light and satisfying, with freshly made buttermilk pancakes served in a variety of styles—from classic maple syrup to paired with Greek yoghurt and fruit compote, or a savory bacon option for something heartier. These morning offerings complement the café’s quiet, unhurried vibe, perfect for starting the day in a peaceful corner of London’s bustling Cheapside.

For later meals, the menu features approachable yet thoughtfully composed dishes such as a warming squash and red lentil curry with homemade naan, and pan-fried sea bream served alongside grilled polenta and ratatouille. Lighter bites like smoked trout pâté on caraway blinis or hummus with za’atar flatbread add to the relaxed, informal dining experience.

• Starters and small plates to share or enjoy as a light snack
• Hearty, flavourful mains that offer a touch of refined comfort
• A small but considered selection of vegan and vegetarian options

The menu’s balance of nourishing, fresh ingredients and carefully prepared dishes fits well with the café’s inviting, somewhat quirky ambiance. It's a place to sit back, enjoy good food at a steady pace, and quietly take in the historic surroundings away from the city's rush.