Hidden Gems in Notting Hill (2026)
25 hidden gems in Notting Hill: under-the-radar restaurants, cafes, pubs, and local places that deserve more attention.
25 places
Best for: Best for residents who already know the obvious names and want the quieter places locals actually use.
Every neighbourhood has places that fly under the radar, the ones you only find out about from someone who already knows. No queues, no hype, just consistently excellent food, drink, or atmosphere that the regulars would rather keep quiet about. Consider this your invitation.
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Coffee
Hermanos Colombian Coffee Roasters
Direct-trade Colombian roasters on Portobello Road

Coffee
Amoret Coffee
On-site roastery with ethically sourced single-origins

Restaurant
Canteen
Walk-in-only Italian with daily-changing Bib Gourmand menu

Coffee
Flying Horse Coffee
Bohemian local on the multicultural Golborne Road

Park
Meanwhile Gardens
Community canal-side park with London's oldest skatepark

Restaurant
SINO
One-of-a-kind modern Ukrainian on All Saints Road

Coffee
Coffee Plant
Veteran Portobello roastery, no frills, great coffee

Other
Rellik
High-end designer vintage where Kate Moss shops

Bakery
Lisboa Patisserie
The best pasteis de nata in London, no contest

Other
Ceramica Blue
Hand-painted Mediterranean ceramics and tableware

Restaurant
Akub
Modern Palestinian from one of the region's best chefs

Other
Couverture & The Garbstore
Fashion tastemaker with emerging designers and cult labels

Other
Books for Cooks
World-famous cookbook shop with test kitchen lunches

Restaurant
Caia
Open-fire wine bar with vinyl DJs under Trellick Tower

Restaurant
Fez Mangal
Contender for London's best kebab

Other
Honest Jon's Records
World-class vinyl since 1974 across every genre

Bakery
Layla Bakery
Sourdough and pastries that sell out by noon

Pub & Bar
Naked & Famous
Late-opening agave bar beneath Zephyr

Restaurant
Normah's
Family-run Malaysian gem on Queensway

Bakery
Notting Hill Bakery
30-year wholesale baker finally open to the public

Restaurant
Panella
Sicilian daily menu under Trellick Tower

Shops
Summerill & Bishop
Joyful homeware and the world's best tablecloths

Shops
The Spice Shop
Hundreds of spices with custom blending since 1995

Pub & Bar
Trailer Happiness
Legendary basement tiki bar on Portobello Road

Other
Wild at Heart
Celebrity florist in a landmark Turquoise Island building