Italian Bakeries in London
Searching for an italian bakery in London? Here are 12 options on one map, 7 with opening times.
About italian bakeries
Italy does not really have one baking tradition – it has twenty, one for every region. A Ligurian baker will swear by focaccia slick with olive oil, a Neapolitan by sfogliatelle with their shell-like layers, a Sicilian by cannoli piped to order with sheep's ricotta, and a Milanese by panettone that takes days to make. Italian bakeries in the UK, many founded by families who arrived after the Second World War, bring a slice of all of this to British streets.
What to order
- Focaccia – Golden, oily and dimpled – buy it in the morning and it will barely survive the walk home.
- Cannoli – Crisp fried shells filled with sweetened ricotta, ideally filled just before you buy.
- Sfogliatella – Shell-shaped, crackly layered pastry with semolina, ricotta and citrus inside.
- Cornetto – The Italian breakfast pastry – softer and sweeter than a croissant, often filled with custard or jam.
- Pizza al taglio – Rectangular Roman-style pizza sold by the slice and weight.
Where they are in London
| Area | Count |
|---|---|
| Nine Elms | 1 |
| Abbeville Village | 1 |
| Leytonstone | 1 |
| Marylebone | 1 |
| Hackney | 1 |
| Bayswater | 1 |
| Camden Town | 1 |
| Holborn | 1 |
Frequently asked questions
How many italian bakeries are there in London?
We currently list 12 in London, spread across 12 areas. The map shows where each one is, and every listing links to its own page with directions.
How do I find the nearest italian bakery to me in London?
Press "Sort by distance" above the list and allow location access – we reorder the London list from nearest to furthest without storing your location.