Mill Hill Park Cafe

Wise Ln, London NW7 2BD, United Kingdom
+44 7514 891824
$$$ Cafe
(176 Reviews)
Price Range £10–20

Mill Hill Park Cafe sits quietly in the heart of Mill Hill Park, offering a practical spot to pause during a stroll or family outing. This café leans into a straightforward menu focused on pita sandwiches and wraps, featuring falafel, shawarma, halloumi, schnitzel, and chicken — all served up in a casual, no-frills setting.

The café is best experienced on a dry, mild day when the mostly outdoor seating makes for a relaxed atmosphere. Its location next to the children's playground and surrounded by tennis courts and a bowling green means it frequently draws families looking for a quick bite amid park activities. Dog owners also regularly stop by, as the spot is dog-friendly outside.

Inside space is limited and generally quiet, which could appeal to those seeking a low-key spot to escape the bustle. However, the café's basic interior has remained largely unchanged over the years, reflecting more function than style. Some visitors have noted that a refresh could go a long way toward making the space feel more inviting, especially on cooler or less sunny days.

The food offers solid value with portions that satisfy typical park visitors — sandwiches stuffed with punchy hummus, falafel, or schnitzel provide filling comfort without fuss. Extras like oat milk and decaf options cater to specialist tastes, while ice cream is available during warmer weather, rounding out the casual, park-friendly menu.

Mill Hill Park Cafe suits local families, dog walkers, and sports enthusiasts who want a reliable, informal stop alongside their outdoor routine. Sundays tend to be busier, especially with good weather, when the café buzzes quietly alongside summer events in the park. Parking is available on-site but chargeable, so visitors generally come prepared for a laid-back visit rather than a spontaneous stop.

In short, the café's strength lies in its park-side convenience and its straightforward, well-executed menu rather than ambiance or trendiness. It's a practical place to refuel during active days out around Mill Hill Park.

Highlights
Serves great coffee
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves coffee
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegetarian dishes
Best for
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Does not have assistive hearing loop
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Wednesday

10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Thursday

10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Friday

10:00 AM - 3:30 AM

Saturday

10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Sunday

10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

176 Reviews
N D

02 Jan 2026

Amazing food in this unassuming setting. Has the usual drinks and ice creams but also amazing falafel, hummus ,pitta, salad, schnitzel etc. Very reasonable prices. Could do with an upgrade on the outside seating but still worth a visit for the food. Also worth noting the large children's play area, tennis courts and bowling green and summer entertainment in the park. Chargeable car park for the park but free for two hours.

Joshua Cavendish

01 Jan 2026

Solid family run cafe with Kosher food available on a Saturday! Dog friendly, good service, reasonably priced. What more could you ask for?

Lucy O'Gilvie

21 Dec 2025

Lovely swarmas and felafel pittas, simple menu done well. Good value. Nice friendly staff. It's a sit outside place so best in good weather situated right in the middle of Mill Hill Park.

Diane David

13 Dec 2025

Very tasty schnitzel in pitta on a mild but miserable afternoon. Very quiet and not busy. Friendly service. Not sure if work is planned, but the whole cafe could do with seriously refurbishing, or at least repainting. It's looked the same for years!! Such a shame, it could be much more welcoming and comfortable.

Helen T

22 Nov 2025

Busy on a Sunday afternoon. Plenty of seating outdoors, only couple of tables with umbrella on sunny day. Good food, prompt service. Dogs welcome, but only outside. A couple of tables inside. Ice cream available for hot days. Next to kids playground on one side, cricket field on the otherside. Two carparks and is free. Good place to walk dogs too.

Jade

12 Nov 2025

The food is fantastic if you can get there for the window that it is open (think it's noon-4pm for food only) it's open earlier but no food served and strictly no food orders before noon! Sometimes don't serve iced codes if it's busy (which is quite frequently - as the food is fab!). Personally I like strong coffee and their coffee only has one shot. But worth visiting for the food alone - which is delicious Shame they no longer do deliveroo as we ordered twice a week when they did!!

Georgia Photographer

04 Nov 2025

Great food - amazing falafel and hummus at a reasonable price in a park. Definitely worth a revisit when I am in the area again visiting friends.

jem winston

16 Sep 2025

Lovely setting, great coffee, free internet, super helpful and friendly staff.

Golden Centre

Golden Centre

Gerry Oberholzer St, Reiger Park, Boksburg, 1459, South Africa
Cafe
(46 Reviews)
Gasthaus Cafe Forster

Gasthaus Cafe Forster

Winnberg 5, 92369 Sengenthal, Germany
Cafe
(155 Reviews)
Restaurante WELAT DONER KEBAP

Restaurante WELAT DONER KEBAP

Av. de Pablo Iglesias, 17, 28942 Fuenlabrada, Madrid, Spain
Restaurant
(837 Reviews)
Caffe Bar 'Kod Bernija'

Caffe Bar 'Kod Bernija'

Ul. Ljudevita Gaja 20, 33000, Virovitica, Croatia
Cafe
(284 Reviews)
Nomad Cafe

Nomad Cafe

Corran Ferry Terminal Ardgour Inn car park, Fort William PH33 7AB, United Kingdom
Cafe
(75 Reviews)

Join the Mill Hill Park Cafe Newsletter

Get the latest updates on seasonal pastries, special events, and local highlights directly in your inbox.