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About Arts Kitchen
Arts Kitchen is a family-run art cafe in London at 19-21 Lee Rd, owned by a couple. A sandpit and play area give children somewhere to play, with table games alongside for families. The menu includes empanadas and arepas, as well as toasties and paninis. Pasta with pomodoro sauce and tortilla round out the savoury side. On the sweet side, the cafe serves pastries and banana bread, plus Guinness cake. Wines and beers are also available.
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sandpit for kids, pastries and cake, panini and toasties and tortilla.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sandpit for kids, pastries and cake, panini and toasties and tortilla.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often praise the family-run, family-friendly setup, with a sandpit, table games and outdoor space for kids alongside the food and coffee. Among dishes, the tortilla draws the most repeat mentions, often with garlic bread, and close behind are the cheese toasty, veg panini, mortadella panini and empanadas. Others single out the pomodoro pasta, arepas, banana bread, chocolate cake and pastries. Several describe friendly owners and staff, and one notes water served to a visiting dog. The atmosphere is called bright, cosy and welcoming. The complaints are specific: one reviewer found the coffee disappointing, another says gluten free choices are very limited, with a single banana cake on offer, and teas come only in takeaway cups even for those sitting in. It can also get chaotic when mums and kids fill the place. Several reviewers mention coming back weekly or planning to return for more of the menu.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often praise the family-run, family-friendly setup, with a sandpit, table games and outdoor space for kids alongside the food and coffee. Among dishes, the tortilla draws the most repeat mentions, often with garlic bread, and close behind are the cheese toasty, veg panini, mortadella panini and empanadas. Others single out the pomodoro pasta, arepas, banana bread, chocolate cake and pastries. Several describe friendly owners and staff, and one notes water served to a visiting dog. The atmosphere is called bright, cosy and welcoming. The complaints are specific: one reviewer found the coffee disappointing, another says gluten free choices are very limited, with a single banana cake on offer, and teas come only in takeaway cups even for those sitting in. It can also get chaotic when mums and kids fill the place. Several reviewers mention coming back weekly or planning to return for more of the menu.
Featured reviews
- kimi
“Ted, Imogen and Amelia had INCREDIBLE service. Its my first time here visiting, and they made me feel at home and this is one of the nicest coffee spots with great service. I WILL BE BACK”
- Richard
“A welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere, with a range of table games available to keep the youngsters occupied. This was our first visit and we had coffee, pastries and cake - all good. We'll definitely be back and will try some of the enticing dishes on the menu next time. I'm pleased we found the Arts Kitchen - it's a lovely place.”
- Giulia Agusto (Giulia - A)
“Stopped by this lovely café on my way to ballet class and absolutely loved it! The atmosphere is wonderfully cosy in the early evening, and the couple who run the place are genuinely lovely. The food is top-notch — I had a veggie and mozzarella sandwich before class, and it was delicious. I highly recommend visiting if you’re looking for an independent, family-run café with great food and a welcoming atmosphere!”
- Pierre Mage
“Super friendly owners with great coffee and delicious food options. My favourites/recommendations: empanadas, arepas (recently added), cheese toasty, tortilla with garlic bread, Guinness cake (but I haven't seen it for a while), banana bread, chocolate cake.”
- K K S
“March 2025: It has been on my list for a while. The vibe is amazing. Very cozy and friendly for families. There is an area outside for kids to play. We tried the veg panini which was delicious. Crispy bread with balanced veggies. Love it 😃 Coffee however was disappointing. Overall, I enjoyed the time spent.”
Hours
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Good to know
“Cafe: Arts Kitchen Blackheath”
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible car park · Wheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Amenities
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
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- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Location
Cafes near Arts Kitchen
- The Manor Cafe4.44860.9 mi£10–20Outdoor seatingVegetarian optionsDelivery
halloumi wraps, liver and bacon, traditional english breakfast
- The Green Cafe4.49931.3 mi£15–30Vegetarian optionsVegan options
full english breakfast, eggs benedict, coffee
- Le Delice4.48171.4 mi
ham and cheese omelette, french patisserie cakes, full breakfast
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arts Kitchen | 4.874 | — | — | sandpit for kids, pastries and cake, panini and toasties |
| The Manor CafeOutdoor seating · Vegetarian options · Delivery | 4.4486 | 0.9 mi | £10–20 | halloumi wraps, liver and bacon, traditional english breakfast |
| The Green CafeVegetarian options · Vegan options | 4.4993 | 1.3 mi | £15–30 | full english breakfast, eggs benedict, coffee |
| Le Delice | 4.4817 | 1.4 mi | — | ham and cheese omelette, french patisserie cakes, full breakfast |
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