Oliver's Village Café

A short skip from the boutiques of Belsize village, this cosy café does brunches, lunches and afternoon teas in a 1950s-style setting. Windows are lined with pretty flowerpots and cupcakes, the metal counter topped with a marvellous array of sponges; breakfasts range from full English to cinnamon french toast and pain au chocolat served with steaming continental coffee. There’s a daily lunch specials board listing tasty soups and dishes such as homity pie and pasta bake, as well as sandwiches, paninis and cakes if you’re after a light bite. When the sun is shining, pink-patterned tables and garden chairs offer airy seating in the pleasingly plant-filled courtyard.