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Nestled in the heart of Bloomsbury, Le Cordon Bleu offers a charming and authentic French café experience that beckons food lovers and cultural explorers alike. This delightful spot combines the elegance of French culinary tradition with a cozy, inviting atmosphere, making it a must-visit destination for those seeking a taste of Paris in London.

Le Cordon Bleu is renowned for its exquisite French pastries, sandwiches, and coffee, all crafted with authentic techniques and ingredients. The café’s signature offerings include a flaky passion-fruit macaron with a rich, tangy gelee that melts in your mouth, and a hearty, perfectly cooked sausage roll that has earned rave reviews from visitors. The warm, flaky croissants and artisanal baguettes are baked fresh daily, filling the air with irresistible aromas that beckon passersby.

Founded as part of the prestigious Le Cordon Bleu culinary institute, this café is a living testament to French culinary artistry. It’s not just a place to grab a quick bite; it’s a hub of culinary innovation where students and chefs craft beautiful pastries and baked goods, often experimenting with new flavors and techniques. An interesting fact is that this café is the first in Europe opened by the Le Cordon Bleu institute, adding a layer of historical significance to its charming setting.

 It is renowned worldwide for its French culinary education and its exquisite pastries and baked goods.

 To enjoy authentic French pastries, experience a cozy European ambiance, and indulge in expertly crafted coffee and baked goods.

Situated in Bloomsbury, close to the British Museum and other cultural landmarks, Le Cordon Bleu is perfectly positioned for a delightful culinary break during your sightseeing adventures. The area is rich with historic sites, charming streets, and vibrant shops, making it an ideal spot to relax and indulge.

Le Cordon Bleu offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in authentic French culinary culture without leaving London. Whether you're craving a sweet pastry, a hearty sandwich, or a rich coffee, this café promises a memorable experience that delights the senses and enriches your visit to the city.

Experience the Flavors of France in London

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How in the world did I not find this until I was leaving Bloomsbury? The food? Well it is Le Cordon Bleu. If you're in the mood for a delicious sandwich, pastry, coffee or tea leave that crappy Pret nonsense behind and come here. Waaaay less £££ and way nicer. 
Friendly and helpful counter service in a cute little cafe. Don't pass the sausage roll by, phenomenal! 

10 stars all around, not to be missed!

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I absolutely loved this place! It was conveniently located by our hotel, so  it was a perfect spot for breakfast. My scrambled eggs were cooked to perfection. The baguette was sooo good. My Americano coffee was also really good. The items in the display case all looked so tasty, I wish I could have sampled more items. I tried to have breakfast here again on Sunday before flying back to the United States, but it was closed.

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My favorite place for tea & breakfast in Bloomsbury. Great breakfast and a wide selection of French pastries - to die for!!!

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Get there before 11am for the hot bfst - the egg and bacon sammy's are glorious. Worth paying a bit extra to eat in and bask in the warm atmosphere.

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Cafe attached to a the cooking school. Very clean, delicious pastries and baked goods. Good coffee. Outdoor seating on a nice day.

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On the way to the British Museum and wanted a quick and light snack / lunch. Walked by the famed Le Cordon Bleu (UK version). I figured the pastries had to be good at the very minimum. The visit did not disappoint. It is a nice cafe through the back of the school. We liked everything we tried; the service was professional but also stern if we ordered something that was on the menu but too late to be served, like the breakfast items or something sold out.

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Great little place to pick up coffee and breakfast items. Was staying at a nearby hotel where they were charging $24 p/p. Here I could get two americanos, pastries plenty enough for two for that same amount. I went back there every morning. Everything tasted good. I mean come on, its Le Cordon Bleu. Oh it's attached to their school located in London, found in the rear of the building.

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Stumbled upon this shaded secluded courtyard after escaping the crowds of the British Museum where I spotted this cafe. I later found out that this is the first cafe in Europe opened by the culinary institute, Le Cordon Bleu. 

Inside they had simple sandwiches, patisserie (éclairs, tartes au citron), boulangerie (baguette, pain aux olives, pain de campagne) and viennoiserie (croissants, pains au chocolat, brioches à tête) and these colorful sugar sculptures. Student "projects" I'm sure.

There's seats inside but shared a passion-fruit macaron and a cappucino in a shady area of their courtyard. It was fairly quiet with a few businessmen lingering over lunch. Definitely a very French/European experience! 

PASSION-FRUIT MACARON W/ WHITE CHOCOLATE | £3 
Light & flaky crust with a rich passion-fruit gelee. Noticeably larger, they remind me of the ones from the Bouchon Bakery in Yountville. The filling was a little cold and dense from being stored in the cooler (created a distinction between filling and cookie). I'd suggest letting them warm up to room temp. Delicious and very good but Ladurée is better and cheaper! 

Definitely would come back! More like 4.3. (http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/GWeEuO9SvFKldRJBVJFBcw?select=_MnrzH2U8aZz3pF8gJjcqw#_MnrzH2U8aZz3pF8gJjcqw)

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This cafe which is attached to the Le Cordon Bleu cooking school has a lovely range of baked goods on offer. The macaroons at 4£ each may seem a bit expensive, but they are so delicious. Flavours change daily, so you never know what to expect.

They serve tea cakes by the slice or you can buy a whole pound cake to take home with you.

They have both indoor seating and outdoor seating (in a courtyard behind the building) 

They do offer some savoury eats too, but since I've only ever been here after 6pm, I haven't had the chance to try any of it (they make limited quantities that run out quite quickly)

I can however vouch very heavily for the cakes / pastries and other sweet bites on offer.

The coffees are perfect to take away and they are quite obliging in serving you coffee, even if you arrive 2 minutes before they close (unlike a lot of other cafes in this area)

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Nice, quiet cafe in a quiet, almost hidden location.  Smiling service topped it off.
Had the sandwich de la mer which had fresh, tasty crayfish in a tangy mayonnaise sauce. The salad was a bit small but overall good balance.

Le Cordon Bleu Café in Bloomsbury, London – French Pastries & Breakfast

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Le Cordon Bleu Café in Bloomsbury, London – French Pastries & Breakfast

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