Located in the stunning crypt of St Martin-in-the-Fields, at the edge of Trafalgar Square, this popular café has been a favourite of tourists and locals alike for 30 years. Original brick-vaulted ceilings and historic tombstones lining the floor provide the backdrop to a daily changing menu of freshly prepared food, sustainably sourced whenever possible, and is great value for money for all to enjoy.
It’s also the atmospheric setting of the Crypt Live and Crypt Close-Up series, where the iconic vaulted Crypt transforms into an atmospheric music and cabaret venue, with a fully-stocked bar and great food options.
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Café Opening Times
Café
Week commencing 2 February
Monday – Wednesday: 11am – 5pm
Thursday – Friday: 10am – 7:30pm
Saturday: 10am – 7pm
Sunday: 11am – 5pm
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Reviews
Hidden gem
Jan 2026
Hidden gem that I’d never visited before . Beautiful building. Food delicious . Staff were so friendly . The girl who did the ☕ spent time explaining how to do the patterns . How kind .
What a wonderful surprise.
Delicious soup and a quiet space amid the busyness
Dec 2025
I stopped in for lunch after seeing an art exhibit at the nearby National Gallery. This cafe is in the crypt of the wonderful St. Martin in the Fields church.The offering was very appealing–several salads, a hearty roast with vegetables, etc. I had a really delicious bowl of soup, served with bread, that really hit the spot on a cold day. Service was pleasant and the prices are very reasonable. It’s a nice place to sit for a bit before continuing your exploration of central London. And it’s great to support the good work of the congregation.
A hidden gem of historical significance, comforting cafe in the basement
Sept 2025
Make the time to drop into this cultural and historic icon at Trafalgar Square. Free entry down stairs to the original crypt which has been turned into a comfortable, welcoming, cafe. Meal servings are generous in size and there are plenty of tables and chairs. Look around the crypt at the original, relocated, head stones and floor plaques too.
We popped in here twice as it’s so convenient, once for lunch and again for afternoon tea.