Top 10 bakeries that we love in London (2026 edition)

POV: You’re hunting for the best carbs in London 🥐✨ (2026 Edition)

If flaky croissants, cream buns, and soft milk bread are your love language, this list is for you. London’s bakery scene keeps getting better every year, and 2026 is no exception. From cult favourites to hidden neighbourhood gems, here are my Top 10 London bakeries for 2026 — plus exactly what to order at each stop.

Whether you’re planning a weekend pastry crawl, a solo coffee date, or just looking for your next sweet obsession, consider this your ultimate carb guide. Save it, share it, and come hungry.

• Layla
  Buttery, perfectly laminated croissants that never miss. Everything here looks and tastes elite.
  👉 Order: Classic croissant or pain au chocolat

• Arôme
  Home of the iconic honey butter toast — sweet, salty, crispy perfection in every bite.
  👉 Order: Honey Butter Toast 🍯 (non-negotiable)

• Mahali
  Cozy vibes with seriously good baked goods. Comfort baking done right.
  👉 Order: Sesame cookies or cream buns

• Happy Sky
  Cloud-soft Japanese milk bread and next-level sandos that feel light but satisfying.
  👉 Order: Milk bread or fruit sando ☁️

• Miel
  A dream spot for pistachio lovers and pastry fans alike. Always rich, never overpowering.
  👉 Order: Pistachio Swirl 🤤

• Fortitude
  Worth waking up early for. Their pastries sell out fast for a reason.
  👉 Order: Beignet (go early!)

• Jolene
  Seasonal menus that keep things exciting all year round. No two visits feel the same.
  👉 Order: Danish or semla 🌸

• Forno
  Italian-style pastries with dangerously good cream buns you’ll crave again.
  👉 Order: Maritozzo 🇮🇹

• Corner Shop
  Come for the aesthetic, stay for the pastries from Populations Bakery.
  👉 Order: Any croissant + coffee ☕️

• GAIL’s
  The reliable classic when you need a quick sugar fix, anywhere in the city.
  👉 Order: Chocolate chip cookie 🍪

Tag the friend you’re dragging along for this carb tour 👇👯‍♀️

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Equipment: I took all the photos above using Sony Alpha 7 II | Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera.

Don’t forget to check out my other posts regarding the London restaurant reviews, if you are interested to dine in, in places like Galaxy,  Sushi Samba, The Ivy Market Grill and Feya Cafe.