Our Story
Our story began in 2008 when two Australian expats set out to introduce London to the vibrant café culture of Australia. Now a beloved part of the London dining scene, Lantana combines our love for this city with a commitment to using local, independent suppliers for fresh, natural, and high-quality ingredients. As pioneers of Aussie brunch in the capital, we pride ourselves on offering exceptional food, friendly hospitality, and, of course, fantastic coffee across our three restaurants. It’s like stumbling into a little piece of Australia in the heart of London.
Pollinating London
We draw inspiration from our namesake, the hardy and colourful Lantana flower, renowned in Australia for thriving in unexpected places. Just as the Lantana brings beauty to its surroundings, we wish for our customer to leave our restaurant feeling nourished and energised, having savoured a unique and delightful moment with us.
Sustainability
As proud recipients of the B Corp Certification, our journey is not just about delicious food and drink but our community commitment to creating a positive social and environmental impact. Our independent approach to how we conduct business remains unchanged, as we strive to use our platform as a positive force for good through the suppliers we work with, to our support of our team, the heart of Lantana.
Our People
At the heart of Lantana is our exceptional team, a collective of warm, can-do individuals who craft extraordinary moments for our guests in our restaurants. Lantana creates an environment where people learn skills that become lifelong assets, propelling them into fulfilling hospitality careers. All the team at Lantana share in the success they help create, with generous pay and benefits that grow with their contribution to the business.
Partners
We are committed to supporting local suppliers, fellow independents who are artisans in their craft. Our passion for ethical quality ingredients has connected us with some fantastic producers, and many of our partnerships span many years. We strive to buy in season and from as close to London as possible. Some of our good friends are listed here:
