Paul Bankside — Restaurant in London

If you’re strolling along the South Bank and craving something cozy and delicious, Paul Café Bankside is a lovely spot to take a break. This charming French bakery-café offers a great selection of pastries, sandwiches, and warm drinks—perfect whether you’re after a quick bite or a relaxed coffee break. The atmosphere is calm and welcoming, with both indoor seating and some outdoor tables where you can enjoy views of the river (especially nice on a sunny day!). The croissants and pain au chocolat are fresh and buttery, and their coffee pairs perfectly with a sweet treat. 🥐☕ It’s also a convenient place to stop if you’re visiting nearby spots like Tate Modern or Shakespeare’s Globe. Staff are usually friendly, and the service is quick, even when it’s a bit busy. All in all, a great little café for a peaceful pause in the...

I've been to this shop today and had one of the rudest services ever. The staff - Dominika, in my receipt - charged me eat-in prices but gave me take-away treatment. Paper cup, no plates, no tray and no napkins. After I've asked for a proper mug, she insolently replied I had asked to take it outside. Outside as in Paul's terrace which means eating in. She was clever enough to charge me eat-in prices though. She's made a new latte very reluctantly and with no manners at all, and still not putting the cakes on a plate, giving me a tray or napkins, was unable to say a single apology for her mistake. What sort of management is this that hires these cheeky/incompetent people or don't teach them properly the...

We went there on a Sunday morning. Purchased a coffee and some pastries. The member of staff (Jam was his name) charged us dine in prices. All fine if the pastries weren't given to us in paper bags. I complained and he replied in a rude way he couldn't give us plates because of Covid-19 rules. This is May 2021 and all the restaurants are now open. Then he said he would have to touch the plate. I pointed that he was using gloves and the plates are washed in hot water. In reply he implied I was refusing to acknowledge Covid was real... To wrap up, the food and drinks were good as always but the member of staff spoiled it...