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Café Petiole

Café Petiole, a (mostly) vegan restaurant located at Somerset House, is the brainchild of the team behind Tendril Kitchen. Offering a unique dining experience with a focus on natural wines and plant-based cuisine, it's the perfect spot for those looking for a fresh and innovative culinary adventure.

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Throw the dinner people talk about for months 💙💌 Tell us your dates, format and budget at team@cafepetiole.co.uk

10/09/2026

Throw the dinner people talk about for months 💙

💌 Tell us your dates, format and budget at [email protected]

29/08/2026

Everyone has a favourite table. Give someone the chance to find theirs 💙

Gift cards are now available at Petiole - perfect for coffee and cake, a long lunch, or afternoon tea when they fancy it. No occasion required, though birthdays do help.

Order online 🌸

21/08/2026

We’ve made booking a little easier. Petiole is now on OpenTable UK & Ireland, so you can reserve your table in a few taps, no phone calls, no crossed fingers.

And if you’d rather just turn up, walk-ins are always welcome.

Link in bio, kettle’s already on 💙

10/08/2026

Your next dinner, launch or shoot could look like this 💙

Café Petiole is available for private hire. Butter-yellow walls that hold the light on a grey London day, restored 1930s rose-pink bentwood chairs, hand-painted alabaster and paper peonies overhead. Up to 26 seated or 40 standing.

Take the room and bring your own vision. Take the full experience and build a menu with Rishim and the kitchen, bold, seasonal and mostly vegan, shaped around the evening you have in mind. Or take the space and bring your own caterer, if you already know exactly what you want on the table.

Email [email protected] with your dates, format and budget.

06/08/2026

What do you give someone who has quite enough already?

A coffee, a still-warm slice of something, a seat by the window and no particular reason to rush off. Or lunch. Or afternoon tea, if you are feeling generous.

Good for birthdays, good for thank yous, good for the person who genuinely does not need another candle.

Find our gift cards on www.cafepetiole.co.uk 💙

30/07/2026

Book a table with us, over on OpenTable 💙

Walk-ins are still welcome, but if you’d like your seat waiting, it’s now yours to reserve. A productive morning, a long lunch, or a few hours watching the world go by. We’d love to have you.

Make a reservation through our website.

With love,

Rishim & team Petiole

17/07/2026

Pick one, pick three, pick a little of everything, then sit with it. 💙

📍South Wing, Somerset House

10/07/2026

It’s all about the details 💙

05/07/2026

Afternoon Tea 💙 Café Petiole

Tall windows, soft summer afternoon light, handmade peony pendants drifting overhead and a tiered stand arriving at your table laden with the prettiest things our kitchen makes.

This is afternoon tea reimagined the Petiole way - plant-first, generous and just a little bit romantic 💙

29/06/2026

Pop in for lunch, settle in for coffee or take it to go 💙Summer tastes better at Petiole.

25/06/2026

Settle in. The next few hours are yours, and the pleasure is ours 🌸🫖💙

We begin with the season’s savouries: smoked courgette and basil, hoisin beetroot on a shiso skewer, coronation-spiced celeriac scattered with marigold. After savoury comes sweet, with homemade raisin scones, clotted cream and fruit preserve.

To follow, a garden of tea cakes. “Forget me not” jammy lamingtons, lemon and poppy seed with preserved lavender, jasmine and cacao nib brownie. And with each course, we are delighted to recommend a perfectly paired tea from our selection by Tea Drop

Join us for Afternoon Tea on the 3rd of July. Bookings via our website.

With love,

Rishim & team Petiole

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Café Petiole
London
WC2R 1LA

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What people say

Café Petiole, nestled within the charming Somerset House in London, is a delightful vegan café that has captured the hearts of many with its unique offerings. Managed by the talented team behind Tendril Kitchen, this café exudes a sense of creativity and passion for plant-based cuisine.

One standout feature of Café Petiole is their exquisite selection of wines, such as the enchanting Anna from Morava, Czech Republic. Named after the winemaker's baby girl, this sparkling wine is a blend of Riesling and Sauvignon Blanc, creating a truly special experience for wine enthusiasts. The Pétillant-Naturel method used in crafting Anna results in a vibrant character with exotic aromas and herbal notes, making it a perfect companion for any occasion.

The café's commitment to quality extends to their menu updates, ensuring that guests are always treated to fresh and exciting culinary creations. Whether you opt for a quick grab & go option or choose to relax in their cozy back room for an indulgent dining experience, Café Petiole promises a memorable visit every time.

Named after the botanical term for the connecting stalk between a plant stem and its leaf, Café Petiole embraces nature not only in its name but also in its warm and inviting ambiance. The hand-made lamp pendants add a touch of elegance to the space, creating a welcoming atmosphere for guests to unwind and savor their time at this hidden gem.

With opening hours from Tuesday to Sunday, 9AM to 5PM, Café Petiole eagerly awaits the opportunity to serve you with their delectable vegan fare and exceptional hospitality. Whether you're seeking a casual meal or a leisurely dining experience, Rishim and his team are dedicated to providing you with an unforgettable visit at Café Petiole.