Finns of Chelsea is an independent kitchen and delicatessen at 4 Elystan Street on Chelsea Green. Opened in 1985, it continues to prepare food in the kitchen behind the shop, combining long-standing Finns favourites with dishes that change according to the season.
The weekly deli counter is the main reason to visit, bringing together salads, savoury dishes and home-cooked food ready to take away. The approach draws on the traiteurs of Paris and the delicatessens of New York, with traditional methods adapted for contemporary family meals and lunches.
Morning coffee and a changing choice of freshly prepared food make the shop useful to neighbours and passers-by, while seasonal outdoor seating offers a place to pause from spring to autumn. Ready-to-go dishes also provide a practical alternative for customers who want a homemade meal without cooking from scratch.
Finns also prepares canapés and larger catering orders for home events and corporate lunches, with advance notice required for bespoke work. Gifts and homeware share the compact shop with the food counter, giving this long-running Chelsea business a character that is broader than a conventional café.
Address: 4 Elystan Street, Chelsea Green, London SW3 3NS, England