Recent social media posts
13/08/2026
Looking at another hot one but we are OPEN AS USUAL. After speaking to the staff & making sure they are happy to work, to spare them we are doing BAO buns TONIGHT only from 4!!! Thurs 13th. It’s also QUIZ NIGHT!!! cold beers, hot questions… come on, what better way to spend your Thursday???
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08/05/2026
BIG NEWS!!! Who do you wanna see come to ??? TAG THEM!!!
01/04/2026
Yep! we’re 15 years old today!!!
Thinking back to our little shoe box or a shop, not having a damn clue what the hell we were doing. As I scroll through the Insta & try to see past the embarrassing use of filters, gone are the days of our first 90p espressos, lattes in jam jars, microwaved Spicy Maiden patties, naps on the sofa, customers sitting on the curb on a sunny Sunday, putting a toilet in a cupboard, building a kitchen in a stairwell… humble beginnings but I miss those easy wild simple days for sure.
I know I could do better in so many ways, but that’s what we’re about & what I feel makes us special. Loving life’s imperfections & rolling with the punches.
I’ll miss out some really important people if I try to thank everyone so I’m not going to. I only hope that everyone who has stepped foot behind the counter or in the kitchen knows they have my upmost gratitude and love for what we have achieved together.
But there’s one person that needs to be mentioned… . My brother in arms who has been by my side & prolong me up since long before day 1.
Everyone has already given so much and as we move into the most unsure next 6 months in our existence, I want to thank you all for swinging by, making us smile & carry on appreciating what we do.
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25/03/2026
We’re looking for a dashing couple of new people to join us.
Because these are supervisor roles, experience will always be preferred.
DM for details.
13/03/2026
LONG READ TIME BUT THIS IS IMPORTANT… please take 2mins to read. I really appreciate your time x
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21/12/2025
Hey everyone! here are our opening times. Bit of a long break I know, but we’ll be back & raring to go on Fri 2nd Jan.
Let’s remember those who maybe having a hard time over this period, just reach out & say hey!
A huge thanks to everyone who’s come by in 2025… what’s coming in 2026? Who knows… have a great brea ⚓️
10/12/2025
STOCKING FILLERS!!!! Got some nice little pressies for those loved ones this year. Who wouldn’t love rummaging around a sock at the end of their bed on Christmas morning & find one of these in there???
Imagine, you could sit in bed, guilt free, drinking & eat our Festive choc sauce using your fingers as a spoon! Proper classy!!!
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26/08/2025
Hey hey! looking for P/T kitchen staff so get involved and get in touch. Please share & forward far n’ wide!
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31/07/2025
are back baby!!!! Save the date… call ya ma… gonna be a fun one!
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03/04/2025
A couple of very important dates to put in your Filofax/palm pilot/electronic organiser. Pub quiz AND are returning!
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Address
134 Deptford High Street
London
SE8 3PQ
The coffee shop is located in Deptford High Street in London. If you are using public transport, you can take the Overground line to either New Cross Station or Deptford Station and walk to the coffee shop from there. Alternatively, you can take bus routes 47, 53, 177 or 453 which stop close to the coffee shop.
If you are driving, there is some on-street parking available on Deptford High Street itself but this is limited and subject to restrictions. The nearest car park is at Deptford Bridge station which is a short walk away from the coffee shop.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
8am - 3pm |
| Tuesday |
8am - 3pm |
| Wednesday |
8am - 3pm |
| Thursday |
8am - 3pm |
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5pm - 10pm |
| Friday |
8am - 3pm |
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5pm - 10pm |
| Saturday |
9am - 4pm |
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5pm - 10pm |
| Sunday |
10am - 4pm |
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What people say
The Waiting Room on Deptford High Street is a must-visit coffee shop for anyone looking for a delicious breakfast, lunch or coffee. With opening times from 8am to 3pm Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm on Saturdays and 10am to 4pm on Sundays and bank holidays, it's the perfect spot for a quick bite or a leisurely meal.
One of the highlights of The Waiting Room is their vegan taco menu, available Thursdays through Saturdays from 5pm to 9:30pm. But that's not all - their food styles include sandwiches, vegan and vegetarian options, making it easy for everyone to find something they'll love.
Their restaurant specialties are breakfast and lunch, but their coffee is also top-notch. And if you're looking for a unique sandwich option, try out The Chick'n Lick'n - a fried southern style seitan patty with hashbrown, pickles and house-made chipotle mayo and cheese sauce.
But what really sets The Waiting Room apart is their sense of community. They recently bid farewell to one of their long-time employees with heartfelt thanks on social media. And during the festive season, they even offered hot sauce, hoodies, shirts and retail coffee as gifts for loved ones.
Overall, The Waiting Room is a fantastic spot in Deptford High Street that offers great food and drinks in a welcoming atmosphere.
