Bakeries in London
From early-morning loaves to celebration cakes, here are the 1,804 bakeries we know about in London, 380 of them with published opening hours.
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The cinnamon tree bakery
Green Market Borough Market, 8, Southwark Street, Borough Market SE1 9AL
The baking story of London
London has been baking for the world's biggest appetite for centuries, and many of its traditions arrived with the people who settled here. The Chelsea bun, a sticky spiral of currant-studded dough, made its name at the Chelsea Bun House in the 18th century, when royalty and crowds alike queued for them. In the East End, pie and mash shops still serve minced beef pies with mashed potato and green parsley liquor, and Jewish bakers on Brick Lane made the bagel a round-the-clock institution. Tottenham cake, a simple traybake sponge with pink icing, was first baked by a Quaker baker in north London. Today, from Borough Market to Ridley Road and Southall, the capital sells breads from every corner of the world.
Local bakes to look out for
- Chelsea bun – A square, sticky spiral bun filled with currants and spice.
- Pie and mash – A minced beef pie served with mashed potato and parsley liquor.
- Bagel – A boiled-then-baked ring of chewy bread, a Brick Lane staple.
- Tottenham cake – A pink-iced sponge traybake cut into squares.
Bakery hunter's tip: Pick a neighbourhood and walk it: Borough Market for artisan bread, Brick Lane for late-night bagels, and Southall for Indian sweets and breads.
Did you know? Tottenham cake is said to have been sold cheaply by its Quaker creator, with broken pieces given away to local children.
Bakery types in London
| Type | Bakeries | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional Bakers | 669 | 37% |
| Cake Shops | 393 | 22% |
| Patisseries | 318 | 18% |
| Bakery Cafés | 282 | 16% |
| Artisan Bakeries | 242 | 13% |
| Sourdough Bakeries | 146 | 8% |
| French Bakeries | 89 | 5% |
| Eggless Cake Shops | 77 | 4% |
| Vegan Bakeries | 51 | 3% |
| Cookie Shops | 39 | 2% |
Early birds: first bakeries to open
| Bakery | Area | Opens from |
|---|---|---|
| Beigel Bake | Spitalfields | 12am |
| Greggs | Somers Town | 12am |
| Brotherdough | Hook | 4:30am |
| The Happening Bagel Bakery | Finsbury Park | 5am |
| The Expresso Bakery | Cowley Peachey | 5am |
| New Bakers | Duckett's Green | 5:30am |
London at a glance
| Bakeries listed | 1,804 |
|---|---|
| Busiest area | Marylebone (34) |
| With published hours | 380 |
| Open on Sundays | 320 of 380 |
| Hygiene rated | 1,256 (81% top rated) |
| Nation | England |
| Local time | Sun 4 Oct, 23:40 |
Bakeries in London: FAQs
How many bakeries are there in London?
We currently list 1,804 bakeries in London, across 503 areas including Marylebone, Central London and Camden Town. The list includes independent bakeries, cake shops, patisseries and chain branches.
Which bakery opens earliest in London?
Beigel Bake has the earliest published opening time at 12am. Opening times can vary by day, so check the bakery's page for the full week.
Are bakeries in London open on Sundays?
Of the 380 bakeries with published hours, 320 open on Sundays. Each listing shows a live open or closed badge based on UK time.
Do London bakeries have good hygiene ratings?
1,021 of the 1,256 bakeries with a published inspection result hold a top rating (4–5, or Pass in Scotland). Ratings come from the Food Standards Agency register.
What kind of bakeries can I find in London?
The most common type is traditional bakers (669), followed by cake shops, patisseries and bakery cafés.