Dog-Friendly Cafés in Kensington and Chelsea
Kensington and Chelsea is home to a small but varied collection of dog-friendly cafes, from neighbourhood spots to specialist canine-focused venues. Favo Coffee Limited in Brompton has earned a 4.9 out of 5 Google rating and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews), sitting just four minutes' walk from Earls Court station. For something more tailored to four-legged guests, Love My Human Townhouse in Chelsea states on its website that dogs are welcome and offers a dog menu created by nutritionists, alongside water bowls, treats and an enclosed garden.
Across the five cafes listed here, one has water bowls, one provides dog treats, one has an enclosed garden, one offers a dog menu, and one has step-free access. Transport links are convenient, with venues located between four and twelve minutes on foot from stations including South Kensington, Earls Court and Notting Hill Gate.
It's worth noting that four of the five venues have no confirmed dog policy yet, so we recommend calling ahead if you're planning a visit. Where a venue states on its website that dogs are welcome or has been checked by our editorial team, we mention that in each listing.
This page combines Paws of London venue records with information published on venue websites and, where available, supplied by venues or contributed by visitors. Where a dog policy is shown as not yet confirmed, we have not checked it with the venue: call ahead before travelling.
- The Little Green Hound Pantry – 1 Holland St, London W8 4NA, United Kingdom (5.0/5)
The Little Green Hound Pantry is a dog food shop and coffee stop at 1 Holland Street, near High Street Kensington. Its website describes natural food, treats and supplements chosen to support gut health and immunity, hand-picked by the team and delivered same day across Kensington and Chelsea. The range includes fresh frozen food, both raw and cooked, sold as chubs, blocks, burgers and nuggets. For owners without freezer space there is a shelf-stable range, from gently steamed meals to freeze-dried food. The shop also stocks chews, toys, compostable poop bags and gundog and scentwork kit such as training dummies. Fresh food can be set up as a subscription so you never run out. The shop invites customers to pop in with their dog, grab a coffee, and get help choosing what suits their dog best. High Street Kensington station is about a 3 minute walk away, with Notting Hill Gate about 9 minutes on foot and Queensway about 11.
- Favo Coffee Limited – 259 Old Brompton Rd, London SW5 9HP, United Kingdom (4.9/5)
A cozy cafe in Brompton, Kensington and Chelsea, Favo Coffee Limited boasts a 4.9/5 Google rating. Located just a 4-minute walk from Earls Court station, this cafe is listed as dog-friendly, making it a great spot to relax with your furry friend in a welcoming environment. Enjoy a delightful break with your canine companion in this charming London neighborhood.
- King's Dog Daycare (Groomer, Dog Cafe, Wine Bar) – 177 Fulham Rd., London SW3 6JW, United Kingdom (4.8/5)
King's Dog Daycare is at 177 Fulham Road in Chelsea and combines a dog daycare, a grooming salon and a café. Its website says it was founded in 2021 and that the current, larger premises let it welcome up to 27 of Chelsea's dogs a day into a fully licensed daycare designed for small breeds. The daycare is licensed for dogs up to 15kg and specialises in puppy socialisation, with large play areas, quiet zones and secure garden access. A daycare trial is required. Full grooming is offered, including ultrasonic teeth cleaning, de-matting and spa treatments, and there is overnight boarding. The café serves a specialty single-origin Colombian coffee. A 45-minute dog petting session lets people without a dog of their own spend time with the daycare's gentlest dogs. Paws of London records dogs as welcome indoors. South Kensington station is about four minutes' walk, with Gloucester Road about eleven and Sloane Square about thirteen.
- Love My Human Townhouse – 330 King's Rd, London SW3 5UR, United Kingdom (4.5/5)
Love My Human Townhouse is an independent community cafe for dogs and their owners at 330 King's Road in Chelsea. Its website describes it as very dog-friendly, and says everyone is welcome, whether or not they have a dog. It says the cafe is fully mobility equipped, and Paws of London has recorded step-free access. Dogs may sit next to their owners but must eat from a bowl on the floor to prevent cross contamination. The website says qualified dog nutritionists help ensure dogs are served as well as their owners, and Paws of London has recorded a dog menu, dog treats and water bowls for dogs. The whole cafe can be hired for dog-friendly events, and a separate daycare room has cosy beds and toys. A rooftop terrace has AstroTurf and agility equipment, there is a sensory garden and a quiet room. The nearest stations recorded are South Kensington (12 minutes on foot), Gloucester Road (15 minutes) and Imperial Wharf (16 minutes). Dogs are welcome indoors.
- Verve London Pet Boutique & Cafe – 179 Westbourne Grove, London W11 2SB, United Kingdom (3.9/5)
Verve London is a pet boutique and café bar at 179 Westbourne Grove in Notting Hill. Its site describes the business as a pet boutique and café bar with doggy daycare and grooming, all under one roof. The shop sells accessories for pets, with a range of leather and Swarovski crystal collars in styles for toy, small and medium dogs, as well as cat collars. It also stocks leads and harnesses. The grooming side says it aims to provide a stress-free, luxury experience tailored to each pet's needs, using organic products. There is a bar as well, and the site says it will refresh owners while they wait. Orders can be picked up from the store. For dog owners, the shop's whole offer is built around dogs, from grooming to daycare and accessories. Notting Hill Gate station is a 7 minute walk, with Bayswater and Westbourne Park each about 9 minutes away.
More cafes: Dog cafes in London, grouped by area.
Nearest Stations
- South Kensington (2 venues)
- Gloucester Road (2 venues)
- Notting Hill Gate (2 venues)
- Earls Court (1 venue)
- West Brompton (1 venue)
Which dog-friendly cafes in Kensington and Chelsea have the highest ratings?
Favo Coffee Limited in Brompton leads with a 4.9 out of 5 Google rating and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). King's Dog Daycare (Groomer, Dog Cafe, Wine Bar) in Chelsea follows with a 4.8 out of 5 rating and was also checked by Paws of London before listing. Black Sheep Coffee on Edgware Road holds a 4.7 rating and was checked by Paws of London before listing as well.
Are there any cafes in Kensington and Chelsea with a dog menu?
Love My Human Townhouse in Chelsea offers a dog menu created by nutritionists and states on its website that dogs are welcome. The venue also provides water bowls, dog treats and an enclosed garden. It's located a twelve-minute walk from South Kensington station. This is the only cafe on this list that offers a dedicated menu for dogs.
Which dog-friendly cafes in Kensington and Chelsea are closest to the Tube?
Both Favo Coffee Limited and King's Dog Daycare (Groomer, Dog Cafe, Wine Bar) are four minutes' walk from their nearest stations. Favo Coffee Limited was checked by Paws of London before listing and sits near Earls Court, while King's Dog Daycare was also checked by Paws of London before listing and is close to South Kensington. Black Sheep Coffee on Edgware Road is six minutes from Edgware Road station and was checked by Paws of London before listing.
Do any cafes in Kensington and Chelsea have outdoor space for dogs?
Love My Human Townhouse in Chelsea has an enclosed garden and states on its website that dogs are welcome. The cafe also provides water bowls, dog treats and a dog menu. Black Sheep Coffee on Edgware Road lists outdoor seating and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). Outdoor seating and gardens are separate from dog policies, so always check before visiting.
How many of these cafes have confirmed dog policies?
One of the five venues has a website stating dogs are allowed, and four of the five have no confirmed dog policy yet. Love My Human Townhouse states on its website that dogs are welcome. The other venues were checked by Paws of London before listing through their websites and recent reviews. We always recommend calling ahead to confirm current dog policies before you travel with your pup.
Are there specialist dog cafes in Kensington and Chelsea?
King's Dog Daycare (Groomer, Dog Cafe, Wine Bar) in Chelsea is London's premier spot for small dogs, offering luxury daycare, professional grooming and overnight boarding. It has a 4.8 out of 5 rating and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). Verve London Pet Boutique & Cafe in Notting Hill combines a pet boutique with a cafe and was also checked by Paws of London before listing. It's seven minutes from Notting Hill Gate station.
Which cafes offer amenities like water bowls or treats?
Love My Human Townhouse in Chelsea provides water bowls, dog treats, an enclosed garden, a dog menu and step-free access. The venue states on its website that dogs are welcome. It's the only cafe on this list that offers these specific amenities. Across all five cafes listed here, one has water bowls, one has dog treats, one has an enclosed garden, one has a dog menu, and one has step-free access.