Cycle Friendly Cafes in London

Cycle cafes have received a lot of exposure in the media as of late, mostly because of the cycler-friendly environment they offer, which allows them to become a reunion point for those who would rather get around on their bicycle instead of using other forms of transportation. Cycle cafes combine knowledgeable service with great food and a large selection of hot and cold beverages to refresh the tired rider. Some even offer live sports events for those who want to spend an extra hour or two enjoying the friendly atmosphere, making them a focal point for the cycling community within London and its surrounding areas. Here are some choices for cycle cafes in the London area.

Look Mum No Hands Cycle Cafe - 49 Old Street, EC1V 9HX
This popular venue offers the added benefit of a workshop, where you can either work on your bike yourself, or have a professional take a look at it. This wonderful cafe also offers great food and delicious coffee, wine, and beer. So sit back and relax while you socialise with other cyclists while watching live events maybe even the Tour de France!

Container Cafe - The View Tube, The Greenway, Marshgate Lane, E15 2PJ
This trendy little cafe offers a grandiose view of Anish Kapoor's ArcelorMittal Orbit sculpture and the Olympic Stadium. Its great food and relaxed ambiance offer today’s cyclist a wonderful place to kick back and socialise with like minded riders, and if you feel like working out, the community cycle centre is right outside the door.
CycleLab Juice Bar - 18A Pitfield Street, N1 6EY
A great bike shop, which offers professional service for all types of bikes, and a nice little juice bar make this one of the top choices for cyclers in London. If juice is not your fancy, CycleLab also offers coffee, tea, and a good selection of cakes to accompany your favourite beverage.

Lock 7 - 129 Pritchard’s Road, E2 9AP
The oldest and most popular cycle cafe in London, this shop offers bicycle rentals, knowledgeable repairs, and used bike sales, coupled with baked potatoes, a good assortment of sandwiches, hot breakfasts, and great coffee.

                              

FullCity Cycle Cafe - 72 Leather Lane, E1
While small in size, this quaint cafe offers a good repair service in its workshop, and £1 cups of coffee to keep you busy while you wait.

Rapha CC - 81 Brewer Street, W1F 0RH
This new cycle cafe, which opened its doors on July 23, is the flagstone ship of the popular Rapha clothing brand. It offers a good cafe with a nice selection of food and a friendly atmosphere for the London cyclist.

                               

Cadence - 2a Anerley Hill, SE19 2AA
A quick bike fix with coffee and cake while you wait is the signature service provided by Cadence. Whether you go for the bike repair or the great company of other cyclists, you can look out for your bike at the in house racks while you take a break from the hectic environment of the city.

Pearson Performance - 232 Upper Richmond Road West, SW14 8AG
Even though this is the only cycle cafe in West London, the service offered is one of the best in the city. Cyclists from all areas love their in house physio and sports therapy, so if you need to take some time off from your stressful day, book a massage, order a cup of coffee and relax for an hour or more.

                    

As the number of cyclists grows with each passing day, cycle cafes have become a growing trend in and around London, with more locations appearing each day. The concept that sets them apart from traditional cafes is that they are all adapted to comfortably cater to cyclists, with bike racks, workshops, tools, and healthy menus that will help keep you fit. All those we have mentioned above offer great service and a few extras for beginners and seasoned riders alike. Share in the great atmosphere, and grab some leisure time with a few of London’s coolest riders at any of the large number of cycle cafes the city has to offer, while enjoying some of the best food and coffee you can find. Keen to hear from readers their favourite cycling hubs!