About This Spot

Donna’s Place is that quietly comforting corner of Putney Embankment where time seems to slow just enough to catch your breath. Nestled by the river, it welcomes early risers, weekend strollers, and local regulars alike with a friendly smile and a genuine sense of belonging. The hum of gentle conversation blends with the clink of mugs and the occasional rustle of newspaper pages, creating a peaceful rhythm that feels both familiar and unhurried.

Here, mornings begin with the warmth of freshly brewed coffee and the inviting aroma of simple, well-crafted food—the kind that feels like a small, reassuring hug when you’re midway through a riverside walk or settling in for a casual chat. It’s easy to imagine grabbing a comforting bacon baguette or savoring a flat white while watching the world gently drift past the embankment. Over time, these quiet moments linger, stitched together by friendly faces and the kind of hospitality that feels distinctly personal.

Donna and her team make this place more than just a stop for a quick bite or cup of tea. Their warmth seeps into the atmosphere, transforming a straightforward coffee run into a small ritual of connection and calm. Whether it’s the loyal regulars greeting each other on a Saturday morning or newcomers discovering the charm of a lovingly prepared hot chocolate, the scene here is unpretentious and genuine.

In a city that often rushes by, Donna’s Place offers a thoughtful pause—where good coffee and good company simply remind you why the simplest pleasures often feel the richest.

What’s Available Here

  • IconKerbside pickup
  • IconDine-in
  • IconDelivery
  • IconGreat coffee
  • IconGreat tea selection
  • IconBreakfast
  • IconLunch
  • IconSolo dining
  • IconCoffee
  • IconQuick bite
  • IconBreakfast
  • IconLunch
  • IconCasual
  • IconCredit cards
  • IconDebit cards
  • IconNFC mobile payments
  • IconGood for kids

Location & Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday Closed
Friday 07:30 AM - 04:00 PM
Saturday 07:30 AM - 04:00 PM
Sunday 07:30 AM - 04:00 PM

Guest Reviews

Stacey Paige 05 Jan 2026

Donna’s Place is brilliant - a fab local haunt for coffees, brekkie and lunch. Donna & her hubby are so friendly and fun. They’re a great addition to the Putney community.

Martin Gough 23 Dec 2025

Great to have Donna back on the Embankment every Saturday. New pitch has plenty of space around it too. Flat white and a bacon bagel never tasted better.

Chloe Stefani 14 Dec 2025

BEST HOT CHOCOLATE IN LONDON!!! And Donna is so sweet and friendly (:

Clare S 21 Nov 2025

A great little spot! Donna has been here for years, serving up hot drinks and food to hungry rowers, walkers, and passers by. They do brilliant baguettes filled with sausage or bacon, and have a wide selection of hot and cold drinks. They sometimes have a range of German sausages, which are a real treat. It's the best spot to grab breakfast at on weekend mornings after a long riverside walk, and then to sit on the embankment and watch the world (and boats and rowers) go past. You know you'll always get the friendliest of services here and a warm welcome - the whole team are fantastic. It's a real local gem!

Charles Wootton 20 Nov 2025

What a great spot by the river near Putney Bridge. I just got a tea and spilled it everywhere!. The lovely lady made me a new one and wouldn't take any money for it! How nice to find old fashioned good service.

Alexandra Baptizmanskaya 24 Oct 2025

Amazing bratwurst! And very pleasant people! I mean it, don’t go, RUN!

Morgan Martins 04 Oct 2025

Superb place! The bacon roll is to die for, plus I really love Donna's take on encouraging everyone to recycle. Also serving hot drinks in ceramic mugs to spare waste!

Julie Williams 03 Oct 2025

A great place to stop off on a walk. Nice Tea, Excellent coffee and a very tasty bacon roll and a delicious massive cookie. Lovely friendly helpful staff and spotlessly clean. We will definitely be visiting again

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