paddington alimentari
Incredibly, this terrace space has been the site of a deli or food store since 1901. Present custodian Laraine Russo expertly brings the verve of Italy to Paddington, serving great coffee, cakes, sandwiches, soups and salads to an endless stream of locals. In the post-lockdown world, patrons dine out in front of the cafe (rather than inside), lending the area a cheerful, communal buzz from early morning to afternoon.