Friends of Ours is an Australian all-day dining cafe and restaurant located in London’s Hyde Park area at the Magazine Building, W Carriage Drive, W2 2AR. The venue focuses on brunch and lunch offerings paired with coffee, featuring a menu that highlights both sweet and savoury dishes such as Brûlée Passionfruit baked brioche, vegetarian options like a celestial greens salad and tomatoes with cashew ricotta on toast, and hearty choices including Crabcake Benedict and beef short rib bap. Its social posts also emphasize playful kitchen moments—like chef Mina’s oversized carrot—and a lively food culture that brings extra personality to everyday dining.
Magazine Building, W Carriage Drive, London W2 2AR
London
W2 2AR
Friends of Ours, Magazine Building, W Carriage Drive, London W2 2AR (London)
Public transport
- Tube: From Paddington Station (Circle, District and Hammersmith & City lines), take the exit for Praed Street/Edgware Road and walk toward the canal-side area; continue to W Carriage Drive. Allow about 15–20 minutes on foot.
- Elizabeth line: Use Paddington station and follow the same walking route as above.
- Bus: Use routes serving Paddington/Edgware Road (e.g., buses along Praed Street/Edgware Road) and walk from the nearest stop to W Carriage Drive. Typical total time is about 20–30 minutes depending on traffic.
Driving and parking
- Sat-nav postcode: W2 2AR (Magazine Building, W Carriage Drive).
- Parking options: Look for nearby paid public car parks around Paddington/Edgware Road (multi-storey facilities are common in this area). On-street parking is limited and often subject to restrictions.
- Congestion Charge / ULEZ: Check current charges before driving into central London; W2 is within London’s ULEZ zone.
| Monday | 8am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 5pm |
| 5pm - 9pm | |
| Thursday | 8am - 5pm |
| 5pm - 9pm | |
| Friday | 8am - 5pm |
| Saturday | 9am - 5pm |
| Sunday | 9am - 5pm |
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Friends of Ours at the Magazine Building on W Carriage Drive (London W2 2AR) is a bright, welcoming spot for all-day dining with an Australian feel. As soon as you walk in, it’s clear the place is built around good food, relaxed brunch-and-lunch energy, and a genuinely warm atmosphere.
The menu leans into crowd-pleasers and comfort classics while still feeling fun and distinctive. Expect standout brunch favourites and satisfying lunch options, with plenty of variety for different tastes. Highlights mentioned include the Coffee Basque Cheesecake, which sounds like a must-try for anyone who loves rich, indulgent desserts. There’s also plenty to choose from across sweet and savoury plates—ranging from baked brioche with passionfruit to fresh salads like the celestial greens option. For something more substantial, dishes such as Crabcake Benedict and beef short rib bap bring real “proper meal” satisfaction.
What really sets Friends of Ours apart is the care behind the experience. The restaurant clearly takes pride in being inclusive and creating a safe space for everyone—especially the queer community—so diners can relax and enjoy their meal without second thoughts. It’s also evident that the team has fun with food: playful posts about chef Mina’s oversized carrot moment add personality to what feels like a kitchen that enjoys creativity as much as consistency.
If you’re looking for an upbeat cafe/restaurant in Hyde Park that delivers great all-day dining, thoughtful hospitality, and memorable dishes—from brunch staples to dessert standouts—Friends of Ours is well worth adding to your list.
