Small cafe along Deptford High St offering coffee, cakes (has vegan, wheat-free), in addition to sandwiches and brunch food like falafel, bagels and hot dogs. Previously at 142 Deptford High St. Food is all vegan but reported to serve drinks with dairy. Open Mon-Wed 08:00-15:00, Thu-Fri 08:00-22:00, Sat 09:00-22:00, Sun 10:00-16:00.
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134 Deptford High St, Deptford, South East London, England, SE8 3PQ
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Last update on 16 May 2023 by Keeyan
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45 Reviews
First Review by FloGraceB
Clare
Points +2340
Deptford Delicious - Edit
This is definitely my favourite cafe in the world.
Read moreIt's handily located just over the road from Deptford train station and within easy walking from Deptford High Street bus stop and a little further from Deptford Bridge DLR and bus stop.
Originally opened in 2011, it moved to a dew doors down and is refurbed in Nivember 2018. It has an idiosyncratic style, largely influenced by it's strong links with the tattoo parlour a couple of doors down "Kids Love Ink". It's a focal point for artists and musicians as well as those in need of a cup of the best coffee in Deptford on a break from bargain hunting in the market. Service is always friendly and courteous.
They totally get the concept of vegan (many items can be veganised upon request).
Their standard blend coffee is Union Revelation and they are soon to introduce guest coffees and filter coffees.
It gets busy at breakfast and lunch times particularly on Wednesdays and Saturdays (market days).
The loyalty card gives holders every 7th and 14th hot drink free. Get on down there!!!
Pros: Great food to eat in or take away, Relaxed vibe, Vegan options and cakes
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Skyzieboo
Points +3837
So busy n for good reason - Edit
I got a muffin (the last one left) but there were lots of other options too!! So busy it was difficult to even find a seat despite it being pretty big. Not expensive either - yay !
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LiamScott
Points +26
Classy, quick, affordable, and delicious. - Edit
Came to The Waiting Room on my way out of London and it might just have been the best food I had during my stay.
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Catandmouse
Points +39
quick and friendly service - Edit
I got a wrap on my way back to central London. The staff helped me decide and they made it quickly enough that I still got my train. The falafel wrap was good but it included a lot of sauce. Personally I am not that much of a saucy girl.
Read morePros: lots of good choices, fresh ingredients
Cons: too much sauce in the wraps (for my taste)
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sarahhh
Points +369
great food, great vibes - Edit
Love this place. It’s tiny - ten seats - and has a real relaxed, happy vibe. Tons of pop culture decoration, and the food is super good - so many vegan options, and everything is at minimum vegetarian. I had the Spicy Maiden bagel and an oat milk latte. Will be back for sure.
Read morePros: lots of vegan options, hearty flavourful food, helpful, friendly staff
Cons: we think they should make the jump & go full vegan
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don.banano
Points +210
fell in love with their hotdogs! - Edit
Very cosy place for a snack or a cake. Interestingly broad choice of hot-dogs, and decent quality! They also have a wide selection of bevarages and drinks, with the unforgettable chilli chocolate. Good and affordable.
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CherylKqy
Points +157
Spoilt for choices - Edit
I had a bagel and it was filled to the brim. The price is also very reasonable and you will be overwhelmed with all the options they have. Everything can be made vegan
Read morePros: Affordable, everything can be vegan
Cons: Will Be nice with more seating space
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Emmeline
Points +46
Love this place! - Edit
One of my favourite places in SE, it's nice, a lot of delicious options, and bagels start at £2.90 bargain! Staff are super friendly
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CaitlinRawe
Points +17
Great food - Edit
I have been here a few times and the food has always been great and the price is very reasonable.
Read moreOnly downside is how small it is, there aren't many places to sit inside so I usually have to take my food to go.
I highly recommend the chicken stripper and the breakfast muffin!
Pros: Price, Lots of choice on menu, Good quality food
Cons: Size of the place
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monisonfire
Points +5419
great little cafe! - Edit
a friend took me here for breakfast. i had a hot mint chocolate and a bagel with banana, vegan nutella and peanut butter. it was insanely sweet bit very delicious!
Read moremint chocolate was phenomenal!
i made the mistake to assume that everything’s vegan. unfortunately, the pancakes aren’t. this was pointed out by the guy taking our order though. perfect service!
cosy atmosphere, there seem to be many regulars here and also people who probably aren’t vegetarians themselves but enjoy a nice coffee & snack.
prices are incredible as portions are big and tasty! bagels cost 2,90 / 3,20 pounds. tea starts at 1,90. coffees and chocolate were about 2,50-3,50. little breakfast snacks from 2-3,50 (if i remember correctly)
highly recommended!
Pros: choices, price, atmosphere & location
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Polstar
Points +29
Best coffee and vegan burgers in London - Edit
This is my favourite vegan-friendly place in South-East London. A cosy café with a wide range of burgers and hotdogs that can be veganised. There is always a range of tasty cakes on offer and their coffee is the best.
Read morePros: coffee, almost everything can be veganised, great service
Cons: small so difficult to get a seat
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The London Vegan
Points +2579
nice and cheap vegan junk food spot! - Edit
Cool place, lots of character with tonnes of vegan options including burgers, hot dogs, fish fingers and more. The shakes are delicious too! Prices very cheap for London.
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LydiaCrook94
Points +88
Simple, affordable, friendly - Edit
The Waiting Room is a lovely little cafe tucked away on Deptford Highstreet. The food here is great! Service is quick and the staff are very friendly. So great to have a vegan friendly restaurant in this area, however they are now seeming to be popping up all over the place! The food is very reasonably priced, which is rare to find these days in London, especially for vegan and vegetarian food. Also a lovely and very affordable place to grab a drink with friends in the evening. However it is quick a small restaurant and you may end up standing. Burgers, hotdogs, wraps, bagels, coffee, alcoholic beverages and even some vegan cakes!
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Bunny2004
Points +331
Great food, great coffee, well priced - Edit
A delicious selection of vegan and vegetarian food. Bagels, hotdogs, burgers, cakes, milkshakes. All fantastically delicious.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, well priced, good coffee, y
Cons: small- I've had to go elsewhere when it's busy :(
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veganisbest
Points +36
Brilliant! - Edit
Cute little place, full of character. Great hot dogs and burgers and more. Really good value and food always fresh and really yum!
Read morePros: Great vegan fast food and cakes
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Alexandra1
Points +56
great vegan ribs - Edit
This place feels cosy and inviting. Fantastic chewy, meaty seitan BBQ ribs. The hot dogs and burgers are also delicious and the food is all very reasonably priced. We'll definitely be visiting again.
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Jennyjoan
Points +40
Wow! - Edit
So many great options to choose from ❤️
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FloGraceB
Points +28
Favourite place for coffee and cake - Edit
I've only ever had cake and drinks there but they're the best!
Read moreThey have great range in flavours, there's always some new flavour cake and they're always really yummy!
It's a great looking place too.
Wish i'd have tried one of their savoury options (they have tonnes to offer) to comment but i'm sure they're great too! They have hot dog style stuff and burgers. Veggie and vegan options only.
To anyone living outside south east london this may be out of the way but I live close and love this place, i'd totally recommend venturing down here!
Pros: Great cakes and drinks!, Lovely looking inside!, Cheap
Cons: A bit out of the way
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