St. JOHN Bakery Neal's Yard

★ 4.3 (308)$ · Budget-friendly

St. JOHN Bakery's Neal's Yard location brings the acclaimed restaurant group's baking pedigree to a small, unpretentious spot tucked into one of Covent Garden's most charming courtyards. The doughnuts are the clear highlight, described by reviewers as perfectly balanced, not too oily and not too sweet, with the chocolate version singled out as a must-try. With a 4.3 rating from 308 reviews, it's an easy, low-key stop for a coffee and pastry while exploring Neal's Yard.

✨ Reasons to go

1Outpost of St. JOHN, the restaurant group credited with pioneering London's nose-to-tail dining movement.
2The chocolate doughnut is the standout item repeatedly singled out by reviewers.
3Tucked into Neal's Yard, one of Covent Garden's most distinctive courtyards.

💡 Good to know

1The chocolate doughnut is the reviewer favourite
2a quick, casual stop rather than a sit-down café
3easy to combine with a wander through Neal's Yard and Covent Garden.

⏱️ Typical visit

35 min

🕰️ Best time

morning, lunchtime, afternoon, early evening or evening

🚶 Walking intensity

Easy pace

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Address

6 Neal's Yard, London WC2H 9DP, UKGoogle Apple

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Booking

Walk-in

What people say

"St. John Bakery in Neal’s Yard is a charming little spot that delivers solid baked goods with a relaxed, no-fuss vibe. The donuts are nice—soft, fresh, and satisfying—but the real highlight here is definitely the freshly baked madeleines. They come out warm, fragrant, and perfectly delicate, easily the best thing on the counter. One important thing to note: the madeleines are not available all day. The chef is typically there around 11am to prepare them fresh, so timing your visit is key if you don’t want to miss out. It’s worth planning ahead, as they’re clearly the star of the show. Overall, a great bakery experience with one standout item that elevates everything. Solid 4 stars, mainly for those incredible madeleines."

— Rodney Loh