Le Pain Quotidien Royal Festival Hall

I got the quiche and it was amazing refreshing. A bit overpriced in my opinion but perhaps worth it.

I ordered a latte with almond milk and when they brought it to me, I asked if it was with almond milk, so she went to check and it wasn’t. So basically if you don’t pay attention when they make your lattes, cappuccinos, etc. you could end up with cow’s milk. Plus they were not very friendly.

I ordered a latte with almond milk, but when it was served to me, I had to ask if it was made with almond milk. The server had to check, and it turned out it wasn't. Overall, if they aren't careful when making lattes, cappuccinos, etc., they could end up using cow's milk instead of the requested alternative. Additionally, the staff was not very friendly.

We decided to stop for coffee and cake. We had a great selection of vegan tortes and baked goods, clearly marked. The service was good and the restaurant was bustling. Overall, a great experience.

Le Pain offers clearly marked vegan options on their menu. The menu changes with the seasons and currently includes salads, Mediterranean mezze, tartines, avocado toast, vegetable curry, and chili sin carne. They also have vegan soups available, just be sure to specify no butter with the bread. They offer healthier options compared to other restaurants in London with many vegan burger options. The selection of baked goods is limited to a blueberry muffin and chocolate cake. The food is consistently good. Sitting upstairs is preferable as it is brighter and less stuffy than sitting under the railway arches. The service can be a bit slow when busy, but sitting upstairs makes it easier to get attention from staff. The location is convenient for visitors to the Southbank Centre.