A cafe on the Westminster Industrial Estate, Bowater Road, London SE18. Breakfasts, hot lunches and a proper mug of tea.

Chef House

Open Monday to Friday, 8am to 2pm

The room on Bowater Road

We are tucked into the industrial estate, with plenty of free parking outside. Inside it is a family run cafe, and the welcome is the same whether you come in every day or you have just found us. Sit down, order at the counter, take your time.

The counter and service area seen along the long wooden communal tables

Breakfast and lunch, weekdays

The kitchen opens at 8am Monday to Friday and runs through to 2pm. Come early for breakfast or later for lunch. We are closed on Saturday and Sunday.

020 8331 0660

Rated 4.8 on Google

From 171 reviews, in their own words.

Charlie B.★★★★★

“The food was amazing, the service is quality! it's family run and they make you feel equally part of there little family.”

Auto Asthetica Detailing★★★★★

“Amazing food, stylish decor and the staff are second to none, waiting staff can't do enough for you”

Leaburn★★★★★

“An amazingly good cafe on the industrial estate by the river in Charlton. … The chefs do a top job and front of house service is really friendly.”

Richard U.★★★★★

“What a little gem this place is! Recommended by some friends. My recent visit there was greeted by the lovely staff.”

James D.★★★★★

“The two girls that served us were absolutely lovely! the food was 10 out of 10.”

tl50camiva★★★★★

“A very nice surprise find, great food”