Selen Cafe

161 Homerton High St, London E9 6AS, United Kingdom
+44 20 8986 9175
$$$ Cafe
(182 Reviews)
Price Range £1–10

Welcome to Selen Cafe, a delightful gem nestled at 161 Homerton High St, London E9 6AS. This charming cafe stands out not just for its mouthwatering food but also for its warm, welcoming vibe that feels like a home away from home.

At Selen Cafe, the essence of quality and value is palpable with every dish served. Offering a menu that tantalizes your taste buds, you can indulge in a variety of options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The menu caters to a wide range of palates, ensuring there’s something for everyone!

Imagine walking into Selen Cafe, the air filled with the rich aroma of freshly brewed coffee and the sizzling sound of breakfast favorites. Patrons rave about their traditional English breakfast, which comes complete with deliciously cooked eggs, thick-cut fried bread, and generous portions of black pudding. The chef’s attention to detail shines brightly, with each dish crafted to perfection.

Many customers like David Vaughan have praised the cafe as a place where “value meets quality.” His fondness for the friendly chef who remembers each customer by face lends a personal touch that is rarely found in larger establishments. The dedicated staff, described by Mus K as warm and consistently polite, help create an inviting atmosphere that embodies the spirit of genuine hospitality. From the moment you enter, it feels more like visiting an old friend rather than dining out.

Whether you’re in the mood for a hearty breakfast, a leisurely brunch, or a comforting dinner, Selen Cafe is your go-to spot. Elizabeth Clarkson enthusiastically mentions how "the food is delicious, beautifully cooked, and the service first class!", a sentiment echoed by many who leave feeling satisfied and well-fed. The cafe’s coffee is a standout as well, consistently praised for its flavor—truly deserving of “10 platinum stars” in Elizabeth’s enthusiastic opinion!

Moreover, Selen Cafe also features a lovely garden area, perfect for soaking up the sun while enjoying your meal, as TJ discovered on his visit. It’s an oasis in the hustle and bustle of city life.

For those seeking a place where the staff treats you like family and the food warms your soul, Selen Cafe is the perfect choice. Come and experience the comfort of great food, efficient service, and an ambiance that welcomes you with open arms.

Phone: +44 20 8986 9175

Service options
Outdoor seating
Takeaway
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Great coffee
Great tea selection
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Offerings
Coffee
Healthy options
Quick bite
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dessert
Seating
Table service
Amenities
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Quiet
Crowd
Groups
Payments
Cash only
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Kids' menu
Openings Hours

Monday

05:30 AM - 04:00 PM

Tuesday

05:30 AM - 04:00 PM

Wednesday

05:30 AM - 04:00 PM

Thursday

05:30 AM - 04:00 PM

Friday

05:30 AM - 04:00 PM

Saturday

05:30 AM - 04:00 PM

Sunday

Closed

182 Reviews
David Vaughan

20 Sep 2025

This is where value meets quality. Great friendly chef. Local, decent and above all sensibly priced to maintain the local footfall. I love this place, and the Chef always remembers your face and greets you like an old friend. Waitress staff polite, friendly and efficient. Highly recommend for all your stomach needs. Breakfast, lunch, dinner etc.!!!!

griff parker

01 Aug 2025

Great food at a low price. Staff are always wonderful and very nice. Definitely recommend.

TJ

18 Jun 2025

Always such a friendly welcome here, thank you guys! Eggs on point as usual. Also now the only cafe in the area serving fried bread since E5 got new management. Found the garden in the sun for the first time today. A privilege to be welcomed here.

Mus K

08 Jun 2025

Warm friendly polite staff. Have visited here a few times now and everything is consistent. Food is cooked to a very high standard and is delicious the Americano is decent. Every single staff member always greets you like an old friend who you haven't seen in a while highly recommended

Elizabeth Clarkson

07 Jun 2025

OMG the food is delicious beautifully cooked and service first class! The staff so friendly and nothing is too much for them. Coffee tastes delicious every time, worth 10 platinum stars any time. Highly recommended and delivery company Just Eat delivers piping hot every time. My favourite cafe and Just Eat both number ones!!

Oriel Hutchinson

03 Jun 2025

I was looking for a good local place, close to my new little Airbnb in Homerton, for a full, English breakfast, which wouldn’t break the bank! Faultless, friendly, family business, on every level - from the chef hearing my complicated order, with an alternative to bacon, of black pudding, large portions, served, quickly, to your table by the Chef, himself, pristinely clean and so welcoming, even a Hackney Council employee pops behind the counter, to bring his empty plate back! Keep the flags flying for little England! You are a credit to Hackney!

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