Welcome to Au Ciel Patisserie, a delightful café nestled in the heart of Dulwich Village, London. Located at 1a Calton Ave, London SE21 7DE, this charming patisserie has quickly established itself as a beloved spot for locals and visitors alike. With a warm and inviting atmosphere, Au Ciel Patisserie is not just a place to grab a quick coffee; it's a genuine community hub where indulgence meets comfort.
The menu at Au Ciel Patisserie is a treasure trove of coffee and culinary delights. From the rich and bold Espresso at £2.95 to the frothy embrace of a Cappuccino, every sip transports you to coffee heaven. Regulars rave about the Cornish pasties—a delightful combination of meat, potatoes, and onions—rated a fantastic 8/10 by customers. And for those with a sweet tooth, the sumptuous Ice Ring Donut is a must-try; its moist dough and generous icing have customers reminiscing about their childhood.
The café also shines with its extensive range of gourmet teas, including Darjeeling First Flush and Camomile, perfect for a soothing afternoon break. Guests have noted the friendly service and accommodating staff, who go above and beyond to cater to dietary preferences, offering flexible vegan options. It’s this kind of genuine care that makes dining here feel special.
One of the standout features of Au Ciel Patisserie is its inviting outdoor seating, perfect for basking in the sun while savoring a freshly made Quiche paired with a vibrant salad. With the verdant backdrop of Dulwich Village, it's hard to imagine a more picturesque setting to enjoy your meal.
From the playful space that local children adore, filled with enticing sweets and baked goods, to the tranquil corners ideal for adult conversations, Au Ciel Patisserie embodies the notion of comfort food done right. Whether you’re indulging in a lavish pastry or simply soaking in the delightful ambiance, every visit promises to create lasting memories.
For those eager to explore a local gem, Au Ciel Patisserie stands as a testament to the beauty of artisanal craftsmanship and community spirit. Stop by or call +44 20 8488 1111 to experience this enchanting café for yourself. With an ever-evolving menu and a focus on quality, each visit feels like a new adventure.
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Edward Spencer
10/08/2025
Impressive pasties and pastries Stopped off for quick refreshments but very quickly realised a mere espresso was not going to sate my lust for tasty things. Cornish pasty, 8/10, lovely meaty pasty with a good variety of potato, onion and I'm not sure what else, Bit I enjoyed every bite. Yummy! Ice ring donut, 9/10, lovely moist dough, plenty of icing on top and more than anything very generously proportioned. Made eating it feel fun. Give that to an actual child and they're a donut bigger than their head. That's some core memories being made right there. Espresso, 8/10, nice rich coffee, strong but too strong, good flavour. Service was fine, seating was a little on the basic side. Not overly expensive, I'd say good value for money, especially for a relatively fancy area of London.
Louise
17/07/2025
Just enjoyed a lovely quiche and salad. A very sweet cafe, very friendly staff, lovely food, and Monmouth coffee - what more could you ask for? The owner was really accommodating and also interested to hear about vegan options which was great for me. Said they could change meals as needed. Also they sell penny sweets, handmade chocolates and ice cream
Pippa Roberts
23/04/2025
It’s the perfect spot in Dulwich village square! Lovely team, great outdoors seating and delicious food. Menu changes often. Live in the flat next door and so amenable. Highly recommend.
Lauren Williams
21/04/2025
This shop is adored by local children and affectionately known as the cake shop and its easy to see why. The pastries, cakes and chocolate are so eye catching. They've also packed in so many favorites in amazingly quite a small space, ice cream, gourmet chocolate balls, a huge selection of pastries, pick and mix sweets and enough table and chairs I would say for 16 to 20 people. I spontaneously ordered a sausage roll the other day as I was hungry. I'm not really a sausage roll eater but I came back a second time for another sausage roll within the same week. When I last came in it was with children to get them cakes and sweets the food looked amazing and the staff dealt very well with the influx of children. I know there are competitors that belong to chains locally and I would say come here and not the chain. The pastry here is so good, so light and fluffy. All of the products look amazing. On the whole staff are very nice too.
David W
19/04/2025
An excellent place to stop for coffee and a snack, in a superb location in Dulwich Village with spacious outdoor seating and a good, relaxed indoor atmosphere. There is an extensive menu of breakfast, sandwich, salad and sweet pastry options; the delivery of the cooked items can be rather slow, but worth waiting for.