As we put the final touches on our profoundly scientific yet utterly subjective rundown of the top 10 list of best places to eat in Greater Kennington (plus 1 Sunday Roast), we wanted to give an honourable mention to the cafes and coffee shops which weren’t eligible for the noble accolade but we were nevertheless loving in 2025.

Italo Vauxhall – Cozy Italian café and shop nestled in the heart of Bonnington Sq.

Eat the Sunshine, Down the Sun – Brand spanking new Filipino art café in Kennington Cross.

Park College Café – Hidden gem next to Kennington Park run by young people with additional needs. Cute upcycled gifts. Walworth

Electric Elephant Café – Quirky tea and cake spot that looks more like a jumble shop. The owner makes everything by hand. Walworth

Walcot Stores – Tiny and adorable café off Walworth Sq. selling baked goods and bread. And of course coffee.

Urban Botanica – Buzzy Kennington Cross staple selling a range of coffees and teas and, errr….houseplants.

Change, Please – This IS a chain but we love them as they employ people with experiences of being homeless. Elephant Park

Vauxhall City Farm – Little known but buzzy café and coffee spot. Where else can you have a coffee while watching llamas eat?