London Bicycle Cafe

About London Bicycle Cafe

London Bicycle Cafe is a bike shop and espresso bar located on Thames Street in the downtown area of London, Ontario. The business serves individuals and families by providing specialized solutions for urban cycling, including cargo bikes, e-bikes, and utility bicycles. They aim to help residents move more freely and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by making cycling a practical, everyday mode of transportation for tasks like commuting, running errands, or hauling groceries. The shop offers a variety of high-quality bicycles, such as the Tern Quick Haul and Urban Arrow models, as well as first-rate pedal-assist e-bikes. Customers can access full-service bike repairs performed by experienced mechanics, which include specialized tune-up packages like the Safety Check/Basic Tune-Up, the Regular Tune-Up, and the comprehensive Full Tune-Up (The Works!). For those needing assistance getting their bikes to the shop, they offer a one-way delivery service within London in partnership with Velofix. Additionally, the cafe features an espresso bar serving creations from some of Canada’s top roasters. The business describes itself as a community hub and a "third space" for the local neighborhood and the cycling community. Their mission is to increase the cycling mode share in London from 2% to 10% by breaking down barriers to accessibility and safety. They emphasize a consultative approach, beginning with a Repair Consultation to provide tailored assessments for safety, performance, and maintenance. While they provide extensive service for most bicycles, they note that they do not work on most hub-drive motor bicycles, electric scooters, or gas-powered bicycles.