Ginger & White — Restaurant in London

We had high expectations for our visit to Ginger & White, driven by the positive buzz surrounding the cafe and recommendations from friends. However, our experience on Sunday morning left us underwhelmed and questioning the acclaim.

Our journey to the cafe was fraught with challenges, thanks to disruptions on the tube. Despite these hurdles, we arrived eager to enjoy our meal. Unfortunately, our first impression was marred by the unwelcoming attitude of the staff. Understandably, they seemed overwhelmed, but their rudeness and apparent bad mood were off-putting.

Once seated (following a long wait) there was a lenghty delay as we waited for service. When we finally managed to place our order, the anticipation was met with disappointment following the arrival of our food.

The much-touted poached eggs turned out to be bland and devoid of the expected flavor. Even in my hunger, I couldn't bring myself to finish them. The bacon, seemingly shredded into indiscernible pieces, appeared as if it had been hastily cut at the bottom of a vat. To make matters worse, the bread was burnt and hard, making it a real challenge to eat.

While we understand that establishments can have off days, the overall experience left us questioning the hype surrounding this cafe. It's disheartening to think that our journey may not have been worthwhile. We struggled to comprehend what all the fuss was about, given the lackluster quality of the food and service.

In an attempt to salvage our meal, we forced ourselves to consume what was edible. Regrettably, we left the cafe as soon as possible, settling the bill amidst the rain. It's a massive shame that our much-anticipated visit to Ginger & White turned out to be...

Tucked away up a delightful mews just off Hampstead High Street, is the very patriotic Ginger and White. ‘British’ is very big on the menu here. They literally fly the flag. Union jack cushions. A great big Union Jack print on the wall. Victoria sponge. Boiled eggs with soldiers. Chelsea buns. Flapjacks. Lemon drizzle cake. They even make their own peanut butter. You couldn’t ask for a jollier good show. Queenie would be proud.

It’s light, bright and breezy. Some might say the inside is cramped. We say cozy. The main feature is a big wooden ten-seater communal table. Perfect for sprawling out the Sunday papers. Further to the back, you’ll find a quiet little corner, with a weathered leather sofa and a couple of old wooden crates. If you’re lucky enough to be there on a sun-drenched day, be sure to pick a seat outside on Perrin’s Court.

It’s also friendly on the little ‘n’s. There are crayons to distract them with doodles. And various children’s books. There are even dwarf-sized eats on the menu to satisfy the more diminutive clientele.

Their motto is ‘We don’t do Grande’. But they certainly do grand coffee, proving that size doesn’t matter in the coffee department. All served up in small china cups for more civilised and dainty sipping. Their beans are also supplied by Square Mile Roasters, who source their beans seasonally from around the world. Needless to say they make a tantalizing coffee and an awesome flat white. The...

Not easy to have a satisfying espresso in the UK like the taste in the Portugal. But the coffee here is rich and tasty.

Coffee Shops Each Tube Station For Digital Nomads 15th Stop: Northern Line-Hampstead Station Ginger & White

Category: Artisan Independent Coffee Shop

WIFI: Reliable to use but need a code Download 45.7Mbps Upload 13.9Mbps PING 19 JITTER 4

Seating: There are communal tables and benches, small tables with setters, which could accommodate around 20 seats, and they also provide baby highchairs. And outdoor seating is available. Very limited space. And what I not much like is the pillars in the room, which make the room more cramped.

Charging Spots: Yes but very limited. Bathroom: One for Unisex

Ambience: The location is on a quiet alleyway so that you could escape from the bustling high street. And the interior decor is simple and rustic. The flowers in

Staff Friendliness: polite, but the staff are not smiley and friendly enough.

Cost: Coffee £2.2-£2.9 Tea £3.0 Hot Chocolate £3.0-£3.5 Breakfast/Lunch £2.85-£8.75

Something Special About the Cafe: (1) The home-made bakery goods and coffee are very tasty.

Problems: (1)Due to the small space, it may be very noisy when it is full of clients; (2)The service is a little slow and the clients may wait for the table service; (3)The price is a little high for what you get but quite understandable for that...