Serendipity Coffee House- ILLY
About This Spot
Stepping into Serendipity Coffee House- ILLY feels like finding a quiet pocket of calm tucked away from the bustle of Pimlico’s streets. It’s a cozy, inviting nook where gentle sunlight filters through the windows, casting a warm glow over a space filled with the soft hum of conversation and the comforting hiss of steaming milk. Here, the pace slows just enough to let you settle in—whether you’ve just arrived from nearby Victoria station or are wandering through the quieter corners of the neighborhood.
The atmosphere is quietly reassuring, an easy blend of familiarity and thoughtful details that make it a natural place to linger. The friendly baristas greet you with genuine warmth, their care evident in the careful pour of a latté or the artful swirl atop a pistachio and rose matcha. There’s a gentle rhythm to Serendipity, where pastries like buttery croissants or a nostalgic cinnamon roll pair effortlessly with a rich flat white or an iced coffee on a sunny afternoon.
This is a space that invites discovery not only through its menu but through the subtle human moments it encourages. Whether it’s sharing a quiet breakfast of halloumi toast with fruit jam or an afternoon break with a slice of carrot cake, the café captures that rare feeling of comfort found in the simple pleasures. It’s the kind of spot where neighbors and visitors alike find a little refuge, a place that balances the energy of the city with the ease of a familiar home away from home.
Serendipity Coffee House- ILLY is less about rushing through a caffeine fix and more about savoring time itself—whether that’s catching up with a friend, enjoying a moment of quiet reflection, or simply watching the world move by through its windows.
What’s Available Here
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Outdoor seating
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Takeaway
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Dine-in
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Delivery
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Great coffee
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Great dessert
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Great tea selection
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Breakfast
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Lunch
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Solo dining
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Wheelchair-accessible car park
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Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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Alcohol
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Beer
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Coffee
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Free water refills
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Organic dishes
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Quick bite
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Vegan options
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Vegetarian options
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Breakfast
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Brunch
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Lunch
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Dessert
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Seating
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Table service
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Gender-neutral toilets
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Toilet
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Wi-Fi
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Wi-Fi
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Casual
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Cosy
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Trendy
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Family friendly
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LGBTQ+ friendly
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Transgender safe space
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Credit cards
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Debit cards
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NFC mobile payments
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Good for kids
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Dogs allowed
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Dogs allowed inside
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Dogs allowed outside
Location & Hours
| Monday | 07:00 AM - 05:00 PM | |
| Tuesday | 07:00 AM - 05:00 PM | |
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| Wednesday | 07:00 AM - 05:00 PM | |
| Thursday | 07:00 AM - 05:00 PM | |
| Friday | 07:00 AM - 05:00 PM | |
| Saturday | 07:00 AM - 05:00 PM | |
| Sunday | 07:00 AM - 05:00 PM |
Alex 07 Jan 2026
A charming cafe near Victoria station. There is a good selection of savoury and sweet items on the menu (including cooked food - I had poached eggs and avocado on toast). Very friendly staff. WiFi available.
Hoang Nguyen 14 Dec 2025
This is the first coffee shop I walked into when I arrived in London and I came back for another Caramel Latte on my last day in London. The staff is super friendly and kind. Their coffee is excellent. A cute little shop with a nice view to chill on a sunny day.
Stephi 24 Nov 2025
Serendipity feels homey and cozy, with a welcoming atmosphere. The barista was friendly. I had a buttery, delicious croissant. The latte was creamy, though a bit weak. Overall, it’s a comfortable spot to relax and enjoy your coffee.
gaia srymova 10 Nov 2025
Lovely cafe near Pimlico/Victoria. I decided to try this place as I love the word Serendipity, and got pleasantly surprised by this cozy, cute, and lovely cafe with a friendly staff who make such a really good matcha.
Asymmetry Calling 09 Nov 2025
So, I ended up moving to Oval/ Vauxhall area and have been exploring. I wandered over Vauxhall bridge and ambled past Pimlico and found Tachborok street, a really cool area and recommend spending some time losing yourself in this area. So close to Victoria but such a contrasting energy to the speed of that place. Serendipity is my new coffee home. Great location and environment to be in. The staff are so welcoming and I love the greeting I get each time, like a long lost friend. The ambience food and coffee are sublime. Even the hardened coffee connoisseur will be satisfied. They are also expanding there Vegan pastry section and this pleases me greatly. A perfect place to sit, read, study and watch the world spin by. Hopefully you will go and enjoy how I feel with this place.
ismail celik 22 Oct 2025
We had tea and coffee with cheesecake. We loved here and the 2 Chinese ladies are very polite and helpful. We loved here
C N 10 Oct 2025
Dog friendly cafe. Friendly service, decent bagel. Doggo was happy with his biscuits.