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23/06/2026
The forecast calls for iced drinks.
Whether you’re stopping by for a Plum Matcha, a Black Sesame or a Tiramisu Cold Brew, we’ve got something cold waiting for you.
Perfect for warm walks, sunny lunch breaks and finding a shady spot for a few quiet minutes.
19/06/2026
When it gets this hot, a shaded spot and something cold to drink is all you really need. We have hidden garden spaces at many our bakeries: tucked-away spots where you can slow down, have lunch, or just chill for a while.
We’ve got shaded tables at many of our bakeries, but here are some of our favourite spots: Ely, Godalming, Radlett, Marlow, Hitchin, St Margarets, Victoria Park, Summertown, Mill Hill, Clifton Road, and Clapham Old Town.
Lunch al fresco could be a lovely way to treat your dad too, if you’re celebrating Father’s Day this weekend.
14/06/2026
Our brioche buns are loaded with seasonal berries for summer.
Filled with vanilla crème pâtissière and fresh summer raspberries, strawberries, blueberries, each one is finished with buttery shortbread crumble.
12/06/2026
Swap lunch al desko for good company, summer flavours, and a well-earned break. Our Poached Chicken & Charred Corn Salad, Cheese, Tomato & Basil Savoury Bun, and Iced Teas are waiting.
27/05/2026
A breakfast of champions. The perfect way to welcome in the new season.
With summer berry brioches, fruity breakfast pots and seasonal cakes, our new menu is full of everyday favourites and weekend-worthy treats.
24/05/2026
On Wednesday, we welcomed friends to our home in Camden to celebrate our new Summer Menu.
A long colourful table took over our local square, where we served huge platters of summertime salads, bright cocktails and seasonal cakes and our artist in residence brought to life the table with her beautiful drawings.
People talked long into the evening, rekindling old connections and making new ones. It finally feels like summer is here. We can’t wait to see you at the next gathering.
24/05/2026
A summer table, shared properly.
This week’s preview brought together friends of GAIL’s for an evening of live music, seasonal dishes and drawings by Emma Cantley. There’s something special about gathering outdoors in summer. Passing plates, pouring another glass, making room for one more person. The small rituals that turn food into connection.
Thank you for spending the evening with us.
23/05/2026
We pour a lot of love and work into our previews. Behind the scenes and long before the evening, we’re cooking, prepping, flower arranging, table setting, drawing, drink filling and of course, weather checking.
Here’s a sneak peek at our process.
21/05/2026
Our new Summer Menu is here, with bright drinks, generous loaves, and seasonal savouries and desserts.
Gather your friends and take a seat. The table’s set for summer.
Photography .
21/05/2026
Our new Summer Menu is here, with bright drinks, generous loaves, and seasonal savouries and desserts.
Gather your friends and take a seat. The table's set for summer.
Photography
Address
305-307 Upper Street
London
N1 2TU
Located on Upper Street in London, the coffee shop is best accessed via public transport. The nearest tube station is Angel Station (Northern Line), which is a 10-minute walk from the coffee shop. Alternatively, visitors can take bus routes 4, 19, 30, 43, or 271 to the stop at Islington Town Hall, which is a few steps away from the coffee shop.
For those driving to the venue, there are several pay-and-display parking spots on Upper Street and surrounding areas. However, parking spaces may be limited and expensive during peak hours. It's advisable to park at a nearby car park and walk a short distance to the coffee shop.
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What people say
GAIL's Bakery on Upper Street is a coffee shop that serves up some of the most delicious and honest food in London. Their San Francisco loaf is a must-try, made with only flour, yoghurt, milk and water. This unique combination of ingredients fosters a good diversity of bacteria, improving gut health while providing a distinctive tang and sourness.
Their Strawberry and Ricotta cakes are back in the bakeries, freshly baked throughout the day. The polenta and ricotta cake topped with sliced strawberries is simply divine. For those who prefer something savory, their Tomato and Artichoke Quiche is cased in buttery shortcrust pastry and filled with sundried tomatoes, artichokes, creamy ricotta, mature cheddar, rosemary and thyme. It's then seasoned with spicy Ezme Turkish paste made from sundried tomatoes, peppers and pomegranate molasses.
On Saturdays, they have a bun run where you can indulge in their golden flaky croissant pastry filled with cinnamon, brown sugar and butter before being tossed in cinnamon sugar. And if you're looking for something more substantial to start your day off right, try their smoked salmon or pastrami bagels that come with a kick thanks to their friends at [unspecified].
GAIL's Bakery takes pride in using quality ingredients that not only taste great but also promote good gut health. Their fermentation specialists transform humble cucumbers into something truly special. Overall, GAIL's Bakery offers an exceptional dining experience that will leave you feeling satisfied and nourished.
