There’s a street in Belgravia London called Elizabeth Street Belgravia, a beautiful street like no other. Filled with instagrammable blooming flora extravaganzas, independent shops, a bakery, and cafes. A couple of months ago, I headed over for a wander and also explore some of their infamous foodie spots and floral arrangements.
A street called Elizabeth Street, a short 5-minute walk from Victoria station and right next to Victoria coach station. Close to Victoria station, Buckingham Palace, Knightsbridge, Sloane Square and Hyde Park, it’s conveniently located for locals and visitors alike.
It was my first time exploring this area, and I never knew how close it was to Victoria which is the nearest stop by tube. Somehow I thought it was further away.
One thing has changed since most guides were written about this street. One of its most famous residents is gone, and something arguably better has taken its place. I will get to that shortly.
Where is Elizabeth Street Belgravia?
Elizabeth Street runs through the heart of Belgravia, connecting Eaton Square with Buckingham Palace Road. It is one of three main shopping streets in the neighbourhood, alongside Motcomb Street and Pimlico Road.
What makes it stand out from most London streets is the floral culture. Shops along the street have a tradition of decorating their facades with seasonal flowers and plants. In spring and summer, the effect is hard to describe without seeing it.
Every few doors, there is another arrangement, a different colour scheme, a different approach to the same idea. The street is also very local. It attracts a very residential crowd. What you get here are independent businesses that have been here for years, in some cases for over a century.
You’ll find blooms all along this road, in all colours, size, and varieties all throughout spring and summer.
Here are the Things you can do in Elizabeth St in Belgravia
1. Explore the food scene and start with a cupcake at Peggy Porschen
One of the famous residents of this street is the bright purple-pink corner cake shop, the famous Peggy Porschen cakes. Possibly one of the most Instagrammed cake shop in London!
Peggy Porschen sits in corner of Elizabeth Street and Ebury Street, and you will not miss it. The facade is bright pink, the flower arrangements change with the seasons, and there is almost always a small crowd outside taking photos of it.
It has been called the original Instagram cafe, which is very fair, and you can of course go for the cakes and tea. The cakes are not too bad, there are better bakeries in London for lesser but if you want the full experience, definitely go for it otherwise a photo outside should suffice.
If you are planning on getting a table, be warned that sometimes the queue to get a table is quite busy but the queue to take a picture is just something else. However, there seemed to be an unofficial queue to take the best pictures.
Peggy Porschen is at 116 Ebury Street, on the corner with Elizabeth Street.
Opening hours: Monday to Thursday 8:30am to 5:30pm. Friday to Sunday 8:30am to 6pm.
My suggestion, come as early as possible to get the best seats in the cafe and to get the best shot. Don’t let the queues deter you. A takeaway is a lovely option if time is a constraint. And you can take a pic with the cupcake outside.
Plan ahead: Peggy Porschen now offers a brunch menu in addition to cakes. You can walk in for takeaway at any time, but if you want a sit-down experience, indoor reservations are accepted for breakfast, brunch, and afternoon tea. The afternoon tea in particular books out. Check their website to book
2. Visit the bakery that won Best Croissant in the UK
Earlier I mentioned that one famous resident is gone and something better has taken its place. Here is what I meant.
For years, the site at 17-21 Elizabeth Street was home to Dominique Ansel Bakery, famous for the cronut and the watermelon soft serve. It closed in August 2020 during the pandemic and never came back.
What opened in its place is Chestnut Bakery, and it is excellent. The team that set it up came from some of the best bakeries in Europe, and they set out to do something specific: celebrate international baking traditions in one place. The result is a menu unlike anything else on the street.
You can get za’atar and gruyere croissants, sourdough loaves baked in a clay oven, monkey bread, aubergine parm croissants, ka’ak, vegan cinnamon rolls, and twice-baked buttery pastries. From the lamination room inside, you can watch the bakers rolling croissants by hand. The croissant won Best in the UK in both 2023 and 2024.
There is a terrace out the back with a retractable roof, which means it works in any weather. The space itself is beautiful, open, and much less focused on the Instagram queue than its predecessor.
Worth knowing: Chestnut Bakery operates on a walk-in basis only and does not take reservations. Weekends get busy and some items sell out by mid-morning. If you want a specific pastry, arrive early. It is open every day from 7:30am.
Chestnut Bakery is at 17-21 Elizabeth Street.
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday, 7:30am to 6pm. Card only, no cash.
Worth knowing: Chestnut Bakery operates on a walk-in basis only and does not take reservations. Weekends get busy and some items sell out by mid-morning. If you want a specific pastry, arrive early. It is open every day from 7:30am.
If sweet things don’t tickle your fancy, there’s an array of eateries including fine dining restaurants, Deli’s and good ol fashion pub! Lots of choices to choose from.
3. Check out the floral arrangements along Belgravia London during Spring & Summertimes
It’s always nice to walk off the calories and have a wander around. It was just after the Chelsea flower show, and the shops on this street are all decked out in seasonal floral arrangements.
I’ll let these pictures speak for itself on how beautiful they all are.
The shops themselves are worth stopping at too. Jo Loves, the fragrance brand, is on this street. So is Mungo and Maud, a high-end pet accessories shop that is hard to walk past. Beulah is an ethical fashion boutique. Cefinn, founded by Samantha Cameron, is here.
There are wine merchants, stationery shops, a spectacle maker, and a pharmacy that looks like it has barely changed since Victorian times
4. Pick up a loaf from one of London’s best bread shops
Poilane has been a French family bakery since 1932. They bake their famous sourdough and rye loaves in Paris and bring them to their two London locations, one of which is on Elizabeth Street at number 46.
The bread is better for having time to mature. People across the country order Poilane by mail. If you are close enough to pick it up in person, it is worth doing. You can also get tea, coffee, and pastries to eat in.
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5. Have a drink or a proper meal at The Thomas Cubitt
The Thomas Cubitt is the pub on Elizabeth Street, and it is a good one. Named after the builder who developed much of Belgravia in the nineteenth century, it occupies a handsome Georgian townhouse and serves a seasonal British menu alongside a solid drinks list.
The Sunday roast has a good reputation locally. The first floor dining rooms are bright and elegant. It is the kind of pub that draws a neighbourhood crowd rather than tourists, which makes it a better experience.
6. Find Eccleston Yards, the hidden courtyard nearby
This one is easy to miss and worth knowing about. Eccleston Yards is a small courtyard a few minutes walk from Elizabeth Street, tucked behind the main roads. It has independent shops, wellness studios, wine bars, and a community feel that is completely removed from the bustle outside.
It is a good addition to a half day on Elizabeth Street if you want to see more of Belgravia beyond the main drag.
How to get to Elizabeth Street Belgravia
By tube:
Victoria Station is the closest stop, served by the Victoria, District, and Circle lines. Take exit 2 toward Buckingham Palace Road and Elizabeth Street is a five-minute walk. Sloane Square is also nearby if you are coming from the west.
By bus:
Victoria Coach Station is on Elizabeth Street itself. If you are arriving in London by coach, you are already there.
By train:
Victoria mainline station connects to the south of England, including Brighton and Gatwick Airport. The walk to Elizabeth Street is the same five minutes as from the tube.
Worth combining: Elizabeth Street works well as part of a longer day in this part of London. Buckingham Palace and St James’s Park are a ten-minute walk north. Sloane Square and the King’s Road are about the same distance west. The walk between all three makes for a good half day without needing public transport.
FAQ About Elizabeth Street Belgravia
Is Elizabeth Street Belgravia worth visiting?
Yes, and it costs nothing to walk around. The floral displays are free to see, the street itself is pleasant to wander, and the quality of the independent shops and cafes is high. Even if you only stop at Chestnut Bakery and walk the length of it, it is a good thirty minutes in a part of London most visitors miss.
What happened to Dominique Ansel Bakery on Elizabeth Street?
It closed permanently in August 2020 due to the pandemic. The site at 17-21 Elizabeth Street is now home to Chestnut Bakery, which won Best Croissant in the UK in both 2023 and 2024 and is worth visiting in its own right.
When is the best time to visit Elizabeth Street?
Spring and early summer are best for the floral displays, particularly in May and June. The Chelsea Flower Show, held annually in May at the nearby Royal Hospital Chelsea, is when many of the shopfronts put on their most impressive arrangements. The street is quieter on weekday mornings and gets busier on weekend afternoons.
Is Peggy Porschen still on Elizabeth Street?
Yes. Peggy Porschen is at 116 Ebury Street, on the corner with Elizabeth Street, and is open every day. It now serves a brunch menu as well as its famous cakes. If you want a sit-down table for afternoon tea, book in advance on their website.
How far is Elizabeth Street from Victoria Station?
Five minutes on foot. Take exit 2 from Victoria tube station toward Buckingham Palace Road and follow it south. Elizabeth Street is the first main turning on your right.
Go on, take a stroll and see it for yourself.
Courtney xx
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