Café · Chelsea
Caserta Cafè is a relaxed Italian-style coffee spot on King's Road in Chelsea, where proper arabica coffee and freshly made pastries — the Nutella croissants come particularly recommended — set the tone for a calm, unhurried visit. The vibe is genuinely easy-going, with seating on the ground floor and upstairs, and the layout works well for buggies. Highchairs and a kids' menu are both on hand, and if anyone in your group needs gluten-free options, it's worth asking as the café appears to cater for that reasonably well.
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