I visited Orée Boulangerie in Covent Garden in 2023 while looking for a quick lunch and coffee in central London. With its large selection of French-style sandwiches, pastries and cakes, it seemed like a convenient place to stop during a busy day in the West End. I tried the croque monsieur, a brownie and a coffee, and this is my honest review of the food, atmosphere and value.
Update October 2026: Orée’s official website still lists its Covent Garden bakery at 44 Wellington Street. WatchHouse announced in May 2025 that it had acquired the site and planned to rebrand it, so check the latest details before making a special journey.
Orée Boulangerie Covent Garden: Quick Overview
Location: 44 Wellington Street, Covent Garden, London WC2B 5JD
Visited: 2023
What I tried: Croque monsieur, brownie and coffee
Best for: A quick lunch, pastry or coffee break while exploring Covent Garden
My verdict: Orée was a convenient and enjoyable casual stop during my visit, with a wide selection and reasonable prices at the time. Check the current menu, prices and location details before visiting.
What I Ordered at Orée Covent Garden
The Croque Monsieur
The counter had a large selection of sandwiches, cakes and sweet treats, which made choosing difficult. I eventually ordered the croque monsieur. The bread was fresh and crisp, while the filling had a satisfying balance of savoury and creamy flavours. It worked well as a quick but filling lunch.
Brownie and Coffee
After the sandwich, I chose a brownie as a sweet treat. I also ordered a coffee, which was a welcome pick-me-up during a busy day in Covent Garden. During my 2023 visit, I felt the overall price was reasonable for the location, although current prices may be different.
What Is the Atmosphere Like at Orée Covent Garden?
During my visit, the bakery felt relaxed and welcoming rather than formal. The team was happy to answer my questions and offer recommendations, which made choosing from the large display much easier. It suited the kind of quick, casual stop I wanted while spending the day in Covent Garden.
Is Orée Boulangerie Covent Garden Worth Visiting?
Based on my 2023 visit, yes, especially if you want a convenient, casual lunch or coffee near Covent Garden. The croque monsieur was satisfying, the coffee was good and the display offered plenty of choice for both savoury food and sweet treats.
I would recommend Orée for a quick stop rather than a long or special-occasion meal. Because the business and its locations have changed since my visit, check the latest opening information and menu before travelling specifically for the bakery.
Orée Boulangerie Covent Garden FAQs
Where is Orée Boulangerie in Covent Garden?
Orée’s official website currently lists the bakery at 44 Wellington Street, Covent Garden, London WC2B 5JD. Check the latest details before visiting because the site was acquired by WatchHouse in 2025 with plans for a future rebrand.
What did I order at Orée Covent Garden?
I ordered a croque monsieur, followed by a brownie and coffee. The croque monsieur was fresh, crisp and filling, while the coffee worked well as a quick afternoon pick-me-up.
Is Orée Boulangerie Covent Garden affordable?
I found the prices reasonable for Covent Garden during my 2023 visit. However, menus and prices change, so check the current menu rather than relying on the prices from my experience.
Is Orée Boulangerie Covent Garden worth visiting?
It was worth visiting for a convenient and casual lunch or coffee break. I would recommend it to someone looking for sandwiches, pastries or coffee while exploring Covent Garden, rather than for a formal meal.
More Places to Eat in Covent Garden
If you are looking for a full meal rather than a quick bakery stop, read my Sticks’n’Sushi Covent Garden review for a stylish pre-theatre dinner, or my Ave Mario Covent Garden review for an honest look at one of the area’s most colourful Italian restaurants.
Explore Covent Garden on a Food Tour
If you would like to explore more of the area’s food scene, this guided Soho and Covent Garden food tour combines local food stops with stories about the West End’s history and culture. Check the current tour description carefully, as food and drinks may need to be purchased separately.
View the Soho and Covent Garden food tour
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