With its charming continental feel and friendly ambience, visitors to Café des Amis could be forgiven for thinking they've stepped out of Hoxton and into a Parisian hideaway. It's one of Hoxton Streets little gems, and has proved ever-popular since it opened eight years ago.

Inside, proprietor Mimi serves up a delicious array of freshly baked baguettes and handmade sandwiches, with a long list of fillings and side orders. It's the perfect bolthole for shoppers looking for refreshment. Step inside, order a freshly made cup of Arabica coffee or pot of steaming tea, and we defy you not to chill out...

For the hungry, the menu extends to piping hot jacket potatoes and hearty soups, all very reasonably priced. Sweet tooths are amply catered for as well, with a fine selection of fresh pastries and mouth-watering cakes.

In the warmer months, Mimi provides café-style seating on the pavement outside, the perfect spot to while away a lazy afternoon, crossword in hand.

A friendly local café offering great food in a cosy continental setting.