Life isn’t perfect… but your coffee can be
Life isn’t perfect… but your coffee can be

Our coffee
Blending is the culinary art of combining two or more bean origins to achieve a more complex flavour, length and finish. A blend is needed for true caffe espresso but can also suit other brewing methods. The skill of blending lies in recognising individual flavour characteristics of single origin coffees and then combining to achieve balanced and complete flavour in the cup. Our roasters are continually sampling single origins and considering altitude at which the crops are grown and the processing method used for each to ascertain how it fits into a blend profile.
AllPress Espresso Blend
This is our signature blend of Brazil, Colombia, Guatemala and Sumatran origins, roasted in the classic Milanese style. Rich and full-bodied with balanced, complex flavours and full sweet acidity.


Our bread
Organic is at the heart of our bread, caring for the environment and creating a sustainable existence are fundamental at Charlie’s. That’s why we work in partnership with one of London’s leading and lovingly hand-crafted bakery who share our corporate values: The Celtic Bakers in North London, situated in the old Chocolate Factory.
Applying knowledge and techniques passed down and finessed over countless generations, our breads are baked from scratch and all shaped by hand. Using natural leavens, along with flour, water and salt our breads are created with natural ingredients only with no additives or preservatives, everything is baked fresh daily.
Simple, natural and delicious, we stock a wide range of breads with a real kick to the flavour.
Menu
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American Style Pancakes
All our pancakes served with mix fruit and Canadian maple syrup
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Naughty Nutella V Vegetarian G Gluten E Eggs M Milk
Four layers of pancakes served with Nutella, banana, mixed berries & Canadian maple syrup.
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Vegan Blueberry Pancakes Ve Vegan
Four layers of blueberry pancakes served with mixed berries & Canadian maple syrup
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French Toast V Vegetarian G Gluten E Eggs M Milk
French toast made from brioche served with mixed fruit, Nutella & drizzled with Canadian maple syrup.
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All Meaty G Gluten E Eggs M Milk
Four layers of pancakes served with two free range fried eggs, bacon, chorizo topped with spring onion & Canadian maple syrup.
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The American G Gluten E Eggs M Milk Su Sulphites
Two pancakes served with two free range fried eggs, Cumberland sausage, bacon, selection of mushrooms, beans & hash brown
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Shakshuka
Homemade tomato sauce base Shakshuka served with sourdough bread
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Cumberland Sausages, Mushrooms & Two Free Range Eggs G Gluten E Eggs Su Sulphites
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Halloumi, Mushrooms & Two Free Range Eggs V Vegetarian G Gluten [free option] E Eggs
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Porridge & Cereals
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Almond Joy V Vegetarian G Gluten M Milk [free option] N Nuts
Almond porridge topped with toasted coconut flakes, chopped roasted almonds, dark chocolate chips and maple syrup.
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Apple pie V Vegetarian G Gluten M Milk [free option] N Nuts
Apple porridge topped with walnuts, cinnamon and maple syrup.
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Granola V Vegetarian M Milk N Nuts
Deliciously Ella granola, goji berries and blueberries served with Greek style yoghurt and organic honey.
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Acai Breakfast Bowl Ve Vegan N Nuts
Acai puree served with berries, Deliciously Ella granola, almond flakes, coconut chips, chia, pumpkin & sunflower seeds
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Super Food Salads
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Veg & Barley Ve Vegan G Gluten N Nuts
Roasted peppers and zucchini, kale, hand-picked mushrooms, fresh cherry tomato and barley, walnuts, dressed with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinaigrette
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Caesar Our Way E Eggs N Nuts
Chia, pumpkin, sunflower seeds, mix leaves, grapes and blueberries, roasted chicken with our home made croutons & dressing
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Grilled Halloumi Salad V Vegetarian E Eggs N Nuts
Mixed leaves with grilled halloumi, carrot, cucumber, sunflower and chia seeds with olive oil and lemon dressing topped with honey and mustard sauce
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Scottish Salmon & Avocado F Fish N Nuts
Mixed leaves with smoked Scottish salmon, avocado, radish, pumpkin & sunflower seeds with balsamic vinegar & olive oil dressing
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Soup of the Day
Served with sourdough bread. Please ask Charlie for details.
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Charlie's Specials
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Charlie's Breakfast G Gluten E Eggs M Milk
Hand-picked mushrooms, avocado mash on toasted sourdough with two free range eggs to your choice, grilled halloumi cheese, beef sausage, roasted cherry tomatoes and beans
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Religiously Vegan Ve Vegan G Gluten [free option] S Sesame
Sautéed baby spinach, selection of mushrooms, roasted cauliflower, avocado mash, sweet potato fries, hummus, zucchini, vegan feta cheese and Charlie's special sweet dip sauce served with sourdough bread
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Full English Our Way G Gluten E Eggs Su Sulphites
Cumberland sausage, crispy bacon, selection of mushrooms, two free range fried eggs, roasted, cherry tomatoes, hash brown and beans served with toasted sourdough
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Classics
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Avocado and Eggs on Toast V Vegetarian G Gluten [free option] E Eggs M Milk
Avocado mash on toasted sourdough with two free range poached eggs
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Eggs Benedict G Gluten [free option] E Eggs M Milk
Two free range perfectly poached eggs and crispy bacon, served on English muffin topped with hollandaise sauce
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Eggs Royal G Gluten [free option] E Eggs F Fish M Milk
Two free range perfectly poached eggs and Scottish salmon, served on English muffin topped with hollandaise sauce
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Vegan Benedict V Vegetarian G Gluten [free option] E Eggs
Roasted cauliflower, spinach, mushrooms, on two toasted sourdough served with vegan hollandaise sauce
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Heavenly Vegan G Gluten [free option] E Eggs M Milk
Avocado mash, selection of mushrooms, hummus & asparagus served on toasted sourdough
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Egg on Toast V Vegetarian G Gluten [free option] E Eggs
Free range eggs to your choice (creamy scrambled, fried or poached) served with sourdough bread
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Baps
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Vegetarian Bap V Vegetarian G Gluten E Eggs M Milk
Grilled halloumi, crushed avocado, sautéed spinach, harissa mayo, free range fried egg in an artisan brioche bun served with hand cooked crisps
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Breakfast Bap G Gluten E Eggs M Milk Su Sulphites
Cumberland sausage, bacon with cheddar cheese, free range fried egg in an artisan brioche bun served with hand cooked crisps
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Crispy Chicken Bap G Gluten E Eggs M Milk Sp Spicy
Crispy chicken fillet in an artisan brioche bun with cheddar cheese, sliced tomatoes, green salad & harissa mayo served with hand cooked crisps.
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Vegan Bap Ve Vegan G Gluten Sp Spicy
Homemade Vegan Burger with 100% plant based served with sweet potato fries and vegan sriracha mayo.
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Pulled Salt Beef Bap G Gluten E Eggs M Milk
Pulled salt beef in an artisan brioche bun with greens, roasted peppers, mustard mayo & gherkins served with hand cookies crisps.
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Omelettes
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The Greek V Vegetarian E Eggs M Milk
Feta cheese, olives, cherry tomatoes, basil, mint & spring onion served with a salad garnish.
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The Classic E Eggs M Milk
A deliciously tender ham, cheddar cheese, selection of mushrooms and baby spinach served with a salad garnish.
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Add-ons and Sides
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Spinach Ve Vegan
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Beans Ve Vegan
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Feta Cheese Ve Vegan M Milk
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Hash Brown Ve Vegan
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Two Free Range Eggs V Vegetarian E Eggs
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Avocado Ve Vegan
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Mushrooms Ve Vegan
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Bacon
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Chorizo
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Beef Sausage G Gluten
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Halloumi V Vegetarian M Milk
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Ham
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Cumberland Sausage G Gluten Su Sulphites
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Scottish Smoked Salmon F Fish
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Coffee
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Espresso
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Americano
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Cortado
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Long Black
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Macchiato
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Flat White
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Latte
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Cappuccino
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Mocha
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Hot Chocolate
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Dalgona
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Dalgona Biscoff or Oreo
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Chai, Matcha, Turmeric Latte
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Syrup, Cream
Caramel, vanilla or hazelnut
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Alternative Milk
Soya, oat, almond or coconut
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Tea
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English Breakfast
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Earl Grey
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Mao Feng Green Tea
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Peppermint
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Camomile
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Lemongrass & Ginger
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Fresh Mint
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Super Fruit
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Iced Coffee
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Iced Latte
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Iced Americano
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Iced Mocha
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Frappe
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Caramel Frappuccino
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Mocha Frappuccino
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Cafe Vanilla Frappuccino
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Iced Dalgona
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Iced Dalgona Boscoff or Oreo
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Freddo Espresso
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Freddo Cappuccino
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Fresh Juices
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Freshly Squeezed Juice Ve Vegan
Orange, carrot and/or apple
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Super Positive Ve Vegan
Apple, spinach pineapple, cucumber & lime
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Power Beets Ve Vegan
Apple, carrots, celery, ginger & beetroot
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Golden Kick Ve Vegan
Apple, carrot, mint & ginger
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Citrus Detox Ve Vegan
Apple, kale, lime & grapefruit
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Smoothies
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Super Green Ve Vegan
Kale, spinach & mango
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Very Berry Ve Vegan
Apple, blueberry, mango & raspberry
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Green Goodness Ve Vegan
Avocado, broccoli, mango, spinach, coconut, ginger & lime
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Coco Loco Ve Vegan
Mango, coconut, pineapple, mint & lime
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Pash 'n' Shoot Ve Vegan
Passion fruit, pineapple & mango
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Milkshakes
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Madagascan Vanilla V Vegetarian M Milk
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Oreo V Vegetarian M Milk
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Strawberries V Vegetarian M Milk
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Double Belgian Chocolate Ve Vegan
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Banana V Vegetarian option M Milk [free option]
Charlie’s Café & Bakery
169 High Road, London
4.5 475 reviews
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A CE ★★★★★ a month ago
Total hidden gem! Relaxing and cosey decor inside to match their great coffees (my friend loved her iced coffee and said it was nicer than most) and wonderful savoury selection we enjoyed. Takes you away … More from the bustling high street, found on route to the mall, glad we stopped! -
Temi Tina ★★★★★ 6 months ago
Amazing food and customer service. They are so super friendly and it’s brill attitude like that makes spending your hard earned money worth it. The food is tasty, fresh, and they cater to allergies. -
Marios Kynigos ★★★★★ in the last week
Perfect spot for brunch in Wood Green. The staff was very friendly. You should probably try avocado toast. Totally recommended! -
Marianna Guglielmi ★★★★★ 2 months ago
An amazing welcome from Giacomo, big smile and he made me feel at home.
Is my first time in Charlie’s cafe and I will definitely come back.
The food is good and the music very relaxing. -
Silviya Dimitrova ★★★★★ 3 months ago
I absolutely love this little jem. Super friendly staff members, with plenty of Vegetarian and Vegan options and a great coffee ☕️
Highly recommend. -
Christopher Kelly ★★★★★ 3 months ago
Lovely place to get a drink and a bite to eat. Friendly staff, and wide choice of sandwiches and baked goods. I'm going back there next time I'm in the area. -
Emma ★★★★★ a month ago
Lovely trendy cafe and bakery that takes you away from the hustle and bustle of Wood Green High Street. Staff and friendly and accommodating and the menu has a good variety of vegan, pancakes, porridge, … More breakfast and baps. -
Danny Bradford ★★★★★ 6 months ago
The best breakfast and coffee I've ever eaten. Priced well and utterly delicious. The staff went above and beyond for us even though it was very busy. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!! -
sa'd farooqui ★★★★★ 9 months ago
Amazing food and top tier service. Incredibly accommodating to all my dietary requirements. Happy to help me find something soft for me to eat because of dental issues. Definitely try the french toast … More huge portions packed with so many different flavours and textures. Overall great experience. Thank you! -
David Haynes ★★★★★ 5 months ago
This is the benchmark in Wood Green for a cafe , great service , changing the menu not an issue
Real nice atmosphere too
Everyone is spoilt for choice with Turkish cuisine from here to the station
Not … More so for cafes
Accept no substitute , others cafe owners should come and try this place and maybe raise the quality to try and at least compete -
Julia Caram ★★★★★ 7 months ago
Love this place! Nice food, amazing coffee, loads of vegan options, affordable price, and friendly staff. Charlie the owner is the best! -
Emma Wylde ★★★★★ 8 months ago
Lovely place, friendly and knowledgeable staff. Food is great for vegans and vegetarians, lots of options. Freshly squeezed juices and smoothies are yummy. Coffee is fab. Great location for shoppers.

Get in touch
Our contact details
Address: 169 High Road, Wood Green, London N22 6BA
Telephone: 020 8881 9766
Email:
Opening hours
Weekdays: 8am – 7pm
Saturday: 8.30am – 7pm
Sunday: 9am – 5.30pm