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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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23/10/2026

Jam first or cream first? Settle it over afternoon tea at Somerset House. 🫖🍓

13/10/2026

Our gift cards are for the long lunches, the second coffees and the slice of cake they’d never order for themselves. A little time at Petiole, wrapped up and ready to give.

For birthdays, thank-yous or just because. Pick one up online on our website 💙

24/09/2026

When it’s four o’clock and the sweet tooth has clocked in 💙

21/09/2026

Lunchtime with bold, seasonal, plant-first plates and a room full of soft light. Grab and go if you must, but the table by the window is calling 💙

20/09/2026

A rather special Afternoon Tea at Café Petiole | A (mostly) vegan café | At Somerset House, celebrating Fleurs de Villes DIANA at Somerset House

With its high ceilings, large windows and views across the fountains, Café Petiole has the timeless elegance of a Georgian tea room. The perfect backdrop for an Afternoon Tea inspired by this extraordinary floral celebration of the People’s Princess.

Created by chef Rishim Sachdeva, whose acclaimed Mayfair restaurant Tendril champions a plant first approach, Café Petiole offers an expansive vegan menu that makes vegetables and seasonal produce the star of the table.

For this visit, I enjoyed the vegan, plant based Fleurs de Villes DIANA Afternoon Tea.

Smashed cucumber and chilli tahini sandwiches, courgette and leek quiche, wonderful homemade raisin scones with the best vegan clotted cream I’ve tasted and fabulous raspberry jam, followed by a good selection of sweets.

My highlights were the Almond Morello cherry and Chocolate honey bun slice.

You can make a full day of the experience by combining the Afternoon Tea with a visit to the Fleurs de Villes DIANA exhibition and one of the floral workshops.

With the 30th anniversary of Diana’s passing approaching in 2027, it’s a particularly thoughtful way to remember her enduring legacy and celebrate her life.

To book these experiences, click the link in my bio. ❤️❤️

Photographs by Andrew Lalchan | Photographer

Café Petiole

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16/09/2026

Afternoon Tea x Fleurs de Villes Diana

While the exibition blooms through Somerset House, we are pouring tea in our buttery yellow room, and the menu is in full bloom, too.

Scones warm from the oven, coronation-spiced celeriac with marigold petals, “forget me not” jammy lamingtons, lemon poppy seed muffins with preserved lavender and a jasmine and matcha tart, each with its perfectly paired tea.

💙 16 September to 6 October 🫖 Thursday to Saturday, 3pm 🌸 Booking required, link in bio

A portion of proceeds supports The Diana Award.

With love,

Rishim & team Petiole

15/09/2026

Afternoon Tea x Fleurs de Villes DIANA

This season, Café Petiole blooms alongside the world premiere of Fleurs de Villes DIANA at Somerset House 🌸 Fifteen fresh floral mannequins by London’s leading floral designers, celebrating the enduring legacy of Diana, Princess of Wales.

We begin with the season’s savouries, folloed by homemade raisin scones with clotted cream, coronation-spiced celeriac scattered with marigold, “forget me not” jammy lamingtons and a jasmine and matcha tart, each course paired with a tea from our selection by Teadrop UK.

A portion of proceeds supports The Diana Award, empowering young people to change the world.

Served Thursday to Saturday at 3pm throughout the exhibition. Booking required.

Fleurs de Villes Somerset House The Diana Award

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 💙

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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.