17 Lovely Shops and Cafés to Survive Euro 2020

Loathe football? I got you! Here are 17 lovely and strictly football free places to shop, dine and relax in London to survive Euro 2020.

 

SHOPS

Art Box

44-46 Shelton St, London WC2H 9HZ

Cute Shop - Art Box

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Art Box is probably the winner of the most adorable shops in London. They sell the cutest Japanese character plushies, stationary, accessories, and homeware. From Sanrio characters to Studio Ghibli to Gund (they do our all-time favourite kitty, Pusheen), there is something for everyone.

Take a virtual tour here.

 

Irregular Choice

35 Carnaby St, Carnaby, London W1F 7DP

Irregular Choice

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Cosplayers and Lolitas! This is for you. Irregular Choice is definitely the cutest shoe shop I’ve ever visited. They have an unbelievable range of adorable men’s, women’s, and kids shoes and accessories.

Take a virtual tour here.

 

Sai Sai

26 Chalk Farm Rd, Chalk Farm, London NW1 8AH

Sai Sai - Lolita Dresses

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Sai Sai is the ultimate shop for Lolita, Gothic (Lolita), Steampunk, and Punk in Camden. They have a range of super cute Lolita dresses in different themes like mermaid, puppet doll, bunny tea party or Alice in Wonderland.

 

Japan Craft – Arts & Crafts

Unit 2, Market Hall Lock Place, Chalk Farm Rd, London NW1 8AL

Japan Craft - Arts and Craft

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Japan Craft has two different shops in Camden. One is an anime and manga themed shop, while the other one is revolving around traditional Japanese arts and crafts. They sell homeware, kimonos & yukatas, accessories, wooden puzzle boxes, tea sets, kokeshi dolls and more.

 

Collectif

36, Camden’s Stables Market, Chalk Farm Rd, London NW1 8AH

Collectif

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Collectif is a vintage fashion apparel, selling cute Trixie doll dresses, dreamy swing dresses, stylish 50s pencil dresses and more at an affordable price.

 

Black Widow

33 The Stables Market, Chalk Farm Rd, London NW1 8AH

Black Widow - Camden

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Their main profile is Gothic and Steampunk fashion, but they also sell wide range of lovely corsets, Victorian skirts and dresses, Burlesque fashion, and accessories.

 

Moomin Shop

Camden – Camden Stables Market, Unit 20, London NW1 8AH

Covent Garden – 43, London WC2E 8RF

Moomin Shop Camden

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If you loved the Moomin family as a child, this shop is for you. Moomin shop has two different locations, one in Camden and one in Covent Garden.

From cuddly plushies to clothing to stationery to snacks, they have they widest range of Moomin products can be imagined. Take a virtual tour here.

 

Sophie Tea Art

 5-7 Foubert’s Pl, Carnaby, London W1F 7PY

Sophie Tea Art

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Located in Carnaby, Sophie Tea Art is the cutest art gallery in London. It’s not just a gallery, it’s an immersive experience with infinity room, rainbow stairs and selfie corners; all for free. You can even drink a free cup of tea while admiring the gallery’s paintings.

They change their decoration every now and then, so it’s worth to keep an eye on their social feed to see what’s new.

Take a virtual tour here.

 

DINE & RELAX

 

Rainforest Café

20-24 Shaftesbury Ave, London W1D 7EU

Rainforest Cafe London

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Escape the heatwave and set out on an adventure in a rainforest.

Rainforest Café is a hidden exotic jungle under the pavements of the busy Piccadilly Circus. Special effects and lifelike animatronics bring the jungle into life around you while you enjoy your meal.

Perfect for a family day out.

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EL&N Café

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Elan Cafe - Wardour St

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EL&N Café has been voted as the second most Instagrammable café in the world. If you take a look at any of their venues, you’ll understand why.

No two EL&N café are the same. One is a pink floral wonderland, another brings us back to the neon arcade vibes from the 90s, while in another one you can ride on a pink carousel horse.

They have aesthetic colourful Insta and Tik Tok friendly drink and food.

Take a virtual tour here

 

Uzumaki

6 Holborn Viaduct, London EC1A 2AE

Uzumaki London

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Uzumaki is London’s very first anime themed restaurant. If you’re planning an anime/manga shopping day, make sure you stop by for an Uzumaki ramen and a Naruto bubble tea. Cosplay strongly encouraged.

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Flower Burger

43 Charlotte St, London W1T 1RS

Rainbow Burger at Flower Burger

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Flower Burger is an Italian style restaurant in the heart of Fitzrovia. They sell delicious vegan burgers with rainbow buns and signature soft drinks. The kaleidoscopic interior matches the colours of their burgers, creating a fun playful ambiance. Head downstairs and enjoy your burger while sitting in a swing.

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Nayla Café

1019 Finchley Rd, London NW11 7ES

Nayla Cafe

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This cute café opened this January and instantly became popular. They serve Instagram-ready food and drink to which the flower walls provide the perfect backdrop.

 

Four Quarters Bar

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Four Quarters Bar

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Four Quarters Bar is a retro bar featuring the glorious 80s arcade vibes. They have tons of old-school games to play from Pacman to flipper to Mario Cart.

Book a console booth for a private PlayStation and enjoy a cold beer or one of their house cocktails and a pizza while winning your next round on Mario Cart.

Their Peckham venue is completely football free (they’re not showing the games there). Meanwhile, at their Hackney Wick bar Euro 2020 is being shown on indoor and outdoor projectors. But you can still turn your back to the projectors and find your piece while playing SEGA Rally, right?

 

Peggy Porschen

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Peggy Porschen Belgravia

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Peggy Porschen is a realm of sweet treats, flowers, and pot of teas. They are most famous for their cute cupcakes and their dreamy floral decoration that changes every season.

This Summer you can book for an Alice in Wonderland themed afternoon tea party. Don’t be late for this very important date!

 

Tombo Café

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Tombo Cafe

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Tombo Café is London’s very first Sanrio themed café. They obsessed with Japanese green tea and its benefits to the health, so you will see its influence across their entire menu.

The whole place is super cute. There are Sanrio plushies everywhere for you to play with or enhance your photos with them. It’s not just the décor that is kawaii, but also their food and drink. Why not try one of their kawaii milkshakes or Sundae specials?

Take a virtual tour here.

 

WA Café

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WA Cafe

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WA Café is a small independent Japanese café selling unique range of Japanese bread, pasties, and cakes to give you an authentic taste of Japan.

Their minimalist interior provides a relaxing hideaway from the busy city life.

 

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