Hello Kitty cafe at London's Somerset House: Opening times and menu for new themed spot

A Hello Kitty cafe has just opened in London's Somerset House.

Published 26th Jan 2024, 09:59 BST

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Hello Kitty fans can enjoy themed food and drinks inspired by the feline figure in a new cafe in the capital at London's Somerset House.

The Hello Kitty cafe's opening at the art centre comes amid its latest exhibition titled Cute, which spotlights the cartoon icon ahead of its 50th anniversary next year.

Presented by retailer ARTBOX, who specialises in offering cute character goods, the cafe is inspired by Japanese kawaii cafe culture and, of course, is crammed full of Hello Kitty decorations within a pink-filled space.

Here's everything Hello Kitty fans need to know about the cafe, including where it is, when it's open and what's on the menu.

Where is the Hello Kitty cafe at London's Somerset House?

The cafe is located in Somerset House's South Wing. Those planning on heading to the Hello Kitty spot will be able to find it in the right corner of the venue's courtyard after entering via the Strand entrance.

Is the Hello Kitty cafe a part of the Cute exhibition at London's Somerset House?

The themed cafe is part of Somerset House's Cute exhibition, but as it is not based in the same space as the display, it is not restricted to just exhibition visitors and is open to all.

What's on the menu at the Hello Kitty cafe at London's Somerset House?

The cafe has a range of foods and drinks on offer, including themed wraps, bagels, sandwiches and sweet treats, as well as smoothies and hot drinks.

Some of the character-inspired drinks available across the cafe's run at Somerset House, and there prices are listed below:

My Melody Strawberry Split - £5.25
Kurimi Berry Detox - £5.25
Cinnamoroll Coco Mango - £5.25
PomPomPurin Fruity Passion - £5.25
Keroppi Kale Cooler - £5.25
Hello Kitty Straebapple Refresher - £4.95
Hello Kitty Chai Latte - £3.95
Hello Kitty Beetroot Latte - £3.95
Keroppi Matcha Latte - £3.95
PomPomPurin Tumeric Latte - £3.95
Hello Kitty Strawberry Cream Hot Chocolate - £5.75
Cinnamonroll White Hot Chocolate - £3.95
My Melody Ruby Hot Chocolate - £3.95

Full opening times for the Hello Kitty cafe at London's Somerset House

How to get to the Hello Kitty cafe at London's Somerset House

The closest underground station to Somerset House is Temple. Accessible on the Circle and District lines, the station is just a six-minute walk away from the arts venue.

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