Tucked away on Chandos Place, just moments from the energy of Covent Garden’s main piazza, Brigit’s Bakery offers a welcome pause from the crowds. Step inside and you’ll find a calm, elegant café that feels more like a secret sanctuary than a typical tourist pitstop. Whether you're escaping the bustle for a coffee and cake, settling in for afternoon tea, or fuelling up before a show, Brigit’s is a charming spot for breakfast, lunch, or something sweet.
This pretty French patisserie is best known for its colourful afternoon tea, served with everything from scones and clotted cream to dainty cakes, macarons, and mini cupcakes – all made daily by Brigit’s expert French pastry chefs. The full afternoon tea also comes with a choice of loose-leaf teas and orange juice, and there are options to upgrade with a glass of Prosecco, gin cocktail, or Champagne. Vegan, vegetarian, halal, and gluten-free menus are also available, so no one misses out on the indulgence.
If you’re visiting earlier in the day, the breakfast menu ranges from a simple French croissant with jam to fluffy American pancakes or a hearty English breakfast. Later, there’s a choice of French-style light lunches including Croque Monsieur, Quiche Lorraine, and Egg Cocotte, plus salads like the Covent Garden Salad with smoked salmon, beetroot and goats cheese. Brunch favourites such as smashed avocado on sourdough with smoked salmon or mascarpone and fig toast add a fresh, modern touch.
The cake counter is hard to ignore – it’s piled high with éclairs, fruit tartlets, cookies and scones, perfect for an afternoon treat or a post-lunch sweet finish. The drinks menu spans from proper barista coffee to hot chocolate and vibrant lattes like matcha, turmeric, and beetroot. For a relaxed meal in Covent Garden, Brigit’s Bakery combines French flair with London charm – a hidden gem just moments from the action.