Cafe in the Crypt

“Good coffee, quick service with a big smile and supper cake!”

Sutapa B★★★★★

A wonderful hidden treasure right in the heart of London in Trafalgar Square. This popular café has been a favourite of tourists and locals alike for 30 years. Make way towards the stunning spire of St Martin-in-the-Fields church and you can spot the 2 entrances. They do have a lift which my friend used because she had mobility issues. Toilets are clean and the food is lovely and fresh. I especially loved their salads. But pastries are great too! The crypt has a chequered history. During the 1930s, the space was a well-known homeless shelter. Up to 140 people would sleep down here every night.

Anne Marie Stagg★★★★

This is a beautiful cafe in the lower floor of St Martin in the Fields just off Trafalgar Square; as such it is very busy and also quite pricey. The brickwork of the ceiling and arches is so beautiful! Seating at cafeteria style tables is quite basic but functional. Lots of information is on display re a programme of events. Toilets are free and easily accessible on this floor. I entered the cafe via one of the staircases; I am not aware of any easy access options but there may have been.

Natalie Naab-Levy★★★★★

I visited the stunning Café in the Crypt, located beneath St Martin-in-the Fields in the heart of Trafalgar Square. It was the perfect place to take temporary shelter from the British rain. Rather than being a traditional sit-down restaurant, Café in the Crypt has a casual, self-service setup with plenty of seating throughout the space. The café offers a great selection of salads and sandwiches, as well as traditional English favorites like fish and chips with mushy peas and jacket potatoes. They also have a variety of enticing desserts, but I resisted the temptation to get cake. I enjoyed th

Jasdeep Grewal★★★★★

Here’s a polished version for a Google review: Café in the Crypt is one of London’s most unique café experiences. Located beneath St Martin-in-the-Fields, just steps from Trafalgar Square, the café is set within a beautifully restored historic crypt featuring impressive brick-vaulted ceilings and striking architectural details. The atmosphere is both cozy and memorable, making it much more than just a place to grab a coffee. The café offers a variety of hot and cold food options, making it an excellent stop while exploring central London. During our visit, we enjoyed the avocado sandwich and