Imperial College Library Cafe in London
About
In the cultural nexus of South Kensington, the Imperial College Library Cafe offers an inviting spot for casual meet-ups, ideal for students and friends alike. Just a stone's throw from the iconic Science Museum and close to lush greenery, this cafe is a haven for those seeking affordable yet satisfying meals. With prices ranging from £1 to £10, guests can enjoy delicious iced lattes, diverse teas, and a selection of healthy, high-protein options like chicken shawarma wraps and turkey salads. Known for its casual and student-friendly ambiance, the cafe provides both takeaway and dine-in services. Whether you're dropping by for breakfast, brunch, or lunch, and perhaps indulging in a dessert, the animal-friendly atmosphere ensures everyone feels at home. Conveniently, there's a toilet on-site to enhance your visit.
Price
Meals
Breakfast, Branch, Lunch
Services
Takeaway, Dine-in
Offering
Serving desserts, Serving coffee
Payment
Payment by credit card
Atmosphere
Casual
- $$$$ 1 - 10 GBP
- Breakfast
- Branch
- Lunch
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Reservations available
- Dine-in
- Serving desserts
- Serving coffee
- Payment by credit card
- Casual
- Meet up with friends
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Wheelchair accessible toilet
- Toilet
Reviews and Ratings
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- Food: 3
- Atmosphere: 3
Took a while to find it! It's around the corner from the Science Museum but right at the top of the road on the on the right hand side by a big green space. The Abdus Salam Library is next door. Nice space for student's meals

- Food: 4
- Service: 5
- Atmosphere: 4
An animal-friendly cafe, see attached video

- Food: 4
- Service: 4
- Atmosphere: 3
Only 2 things worth getting here: 1. Chicken shwarma wrap 2. Turkey Salad Healthy high protein option on campus. Idk what else is worth it bcs nothing else rlly seems worth it for the price… but i literally order the salad and shwarma wrap multiple times!!
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the address of Imperial College Library Cafe?Imperial College Library Cafe is located at 7 Imperial College Rd, SW7 2AZ, London, South Kensington, United Kingdom.
- How to get here by public transport?The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Bus stop Royal Albert Hall (412 m walk)
- Bus stop Prince Consort Road (Stop RS) (304 m walk)
- Bus stop South Kensington Museums (Stop K) (268 m walk)
- Bus stop Prince Consort Road / Imperial College (Stop RW) (207 m walk)
- How is Imperial College Library Cafe rated by visitors?Imperial College Library Cafe has an average rating of 3.5 based on 94 reviews across platforms such as Google, Facebook.
- What is the average price for a meal at Imperial College Library Cafe?The average price for a meal is 1 - 10 GBP (it is cheap - $).
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