Elly's Cafe

Elly's Cafe is a hidden gem located at 288A Brighton Rd, South Croydon. With rave reviews from customers, it stands out for its delicious food and welcoming atmosphere. Patrons like Manothini S have praised the breakfast, noting its affordability without sacrificing taste. The friendly, attentive staff further enhances the dining experience, as highlighted by Emma Zumba, who appreciated the exceptional service and how well they treated her child.

Many visitors, including Nikita Issott, cherish the cafe's quaint mini balcony where guests can enjoy their meals under the sun, watching the hustle and bustle of life passing by. With quick service and a homey feel, Tooshalsing Ramdhony gives it a thumbs-up for its welcoming vibe. A standout feature is the remarkable customer service, epitomized by Marianne Berends, who was pleasantly surprised that a waiter remembered her usual order after a year’s absence.

Whether it's a leisurely breakfast or a cozy lunch, Elly's Cafe offers a heartwarming experience that keeps guests returning for more. The blend of tasty dishes, welcoming staff, and a charming atmosphere makes it a must-visit spot for anyone in the area.

Accessibility
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
- Has outdoor seating
- Offers delivery
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
Highlights
- Serves great coffee
- Serves great dessert
- Has great tea selection
Popular for
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
Offerings
- Serves coffee
- Sells prepared foods
- Quick bite
- Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
- Serves breakfast
- Serves brunch
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Has catering
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
Amenities
- Has toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family friendly
- Good for groups
- Popular with tourists
Payments
- Accepts debit cards
- Accepts NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs available
- Has kids' menu
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Somewhat difficult to find a space

Manothini S

Jun 19,2025

The breakfast was delicious and honestly surprised by how affordable tasty food could be. Staffs were friendly and I felt looked after. Will definitely visit them again.

Emma Zumba

Jun 12,2025

Superb staff, amazing food and incredible service. Best cafe lunch we’ve had in I don’t know how long and they treated our little boy with such kindness! Thanks for having us. See you soon.

nikita issott

Jun 10,2025

Every couple weeks I come here with my boyfriend. The staff are very friendly and attentive but also give you your space as well. The breakfast arrives quickly and hot and they are reasonably priced. The outside of the cafe has a mini balcony. I sit there eating my meal. On a sunny day The sun hits the cafe beautifully and you can watch the cars and people walk by. It reminds me of a holiday cafe.

Tooshalsing Ramdhony

May 18,2025

Awesome food, very welcoming, and makes you feel at home. Totally recommend to visit. Quick service as well.

Marianne Berends

May 13,2025

We have been coming to Ellie’s off and on for about 5 years. We visited last Saturday, after not having been for almost a year. The lovely and cheerful waiter remembered our usual order even after all this time. This level of customer service is hard to find. The food was delicious as usual.

Gary Hearn

Apr 26,2025

What a great local gem Elly's is. The lads running this restaurant are super attentive, the food was well cooked and plentiful and we even got a free hot drink at the end! Wonderful place!

Inez Swaffield

Apr 3,2025

My daughter chose to eat here with us today. She has been several times with her partner and she persuaded us to try here for breakfast. The initial greeting was lovely and the food we had was Outstanding! I am very picky and yet my breakfast was perfect! The milkshake was delicious. For once, I had nothing to complain about. I highly recommend this cafe!

Christopher Walton

Mar 13,2025

A proper treat of a south London cafe. The menu is wide ranging (applause for avocado and halloumi alongside more traditional treats), the food is delicious and consistently served quickly and to a very high standard. Staff could not be more friendly and welcoming, even to a new face like me who has only been coming for a few weeks. Well worth a visit or two!!

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