London's Best Breakfasts

It’s not called the most important meal of the day for nothing, you know. Whether you're keen to kick things off with a classic full English or are keeping it green with a fresh juice and a dose of avocado on toast, these places are delivering the goods, and then some. Stomach rumbling already? Check out our top picks for the best breakfasts in London here to start fresh in the morning.

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Last edited by Lauren Cole

Last updated on 14th November 2024




1 Lombard Street

There's nowhere more elegant to start your day than 1 Lombard Street, a historic grade-II listed building in the heart of the City. You'll find a domed ceiling, all-white interiors and simple wooden furnishings here, and the menu is equally refined. Whether you fancy cinnamon French toast, freshly-baked pastries or a classic full English, you'll find everything you're looking for here.

Bobo Social Ealing

Found on Filmworks Walk, 10 minutes from Ealing Broadway station, Bobo Social is a modern European restaurant serving the very best meals from 9.30am on weekends and bank holidays. Think full Englishes, eggs benedict, shakshouka and avo toast topped with whipped feta, all washed down by the bloody mary cocktail trolley for bespoke drinks mixed at your tableside by the mixologist.

The Breakfast Club - Restaurants

The Breakfast Club is one of London's most iconic restaurant groups. Located on the banks of the River Lea, their Hackney outpost fronts 70s-style interiors and mega plates stacked high with American brunch classics, from tasty waffles to spicy potato hashes. Find sites in Croydon, Hoxton, SohoSeven Dials and more locations across the city. 

Megan's - Various Sites

If you're looking for the best breakfast in London, you can't go far wrong at Megan's. Found all over the city, from Battersea to Angel, the quaint restaurant group can be easily identified thanks to its signature blue interiors and menu of Meditteranean brunch delights, from loaded flatbreads to fluffy pancakes.

Balans - Various Sites

Open from 8am every single day and with locations spanning Soho, Stratford and Shepherd's Bush, Balans Cafe is the perfect choice for grabbing a delicious continental breakfast in the capital. Each venue boasts an individual identity yet retains the same high quality of food and service. 

Scarlett Green

Daisy Green's city-wide venues offer the perfect setting for drawn-out get-togethers with friends. Scarlett Green is one of top picks for breakfast in Soho; boasting an amazing selection of Aussie treats, including the group's signature 'fancy bacon roll' which contains poached eggs, crispy onions, back bacon and hollandaise tucked inside a paratha roti.

Burdock Café & Cocktail Bar

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Not just a location for late-night sips, Burdock Café & Cocktail Bar knows a thing or two about great breakfasts as well. You'll find this venue on the ground floor of Montcalm Royal London House in Finsbury Square, flaunting modern decor and comfy leather booths.

They serve breakfast until 11am on weekdays, and 12pm on weekends. Choose from tasty dishes like Cumberland sausage baps, smashed avocado on toast and eggs Benedict, paired with fresh juice or a smoothie.

Market Halls - Top London Sites

Offering some of the finest breakfast munch in the capital, these excellent Market Hall venues in Fulham, Victoria and the West End are fronting more than just some eggs benny and a bit of toast. Get ready for fresh coffees and a plethora of international eats.

The Depot

The Depot not only offers gorgeous interiors and a beautiful beer garden, but its menu is equally as impressive. Swing by for breakfast and feast on dishes such as fresh toasted crumpet topped with eggs, shallots and hollandaise, corned beef hash and, of course, the classic full English. 

Breakfast at Larch & Access to Sky Garden

@ Larch on Various dates from Monday 23rd December 2024

Rise and dine with Breakfast at Larch & Access to Sky Garden, offering a delicious spread that includes all your morning must-haves for just £23.50. Other than tasty treats, you'll also get fast-track entry to the famous Sky Garden, where you can soak in stunning 360-degree views of London. Fancy catching the dawning? Go for Sunrise at Sky Garden instead and treat yourself to a breakfast experience full of thrills, unique flavours, and mesmerising sights.

Chestnut Belgravia

Head over to Belgravia where cafe and bakery Chestnut is fronting one of the best breakfasts in London. Enjoy a range of brunch plates built around their indulgent pastries and signature sourdough from the gorgeous surrounds of their alfresco terrace.

Two Course Breakfast for £20

@ Gallio on Various dates from Sunday 22nd December 2024

Canary Wharf's Gallio is a Mediterranean restaurant that's making sure you get a taste of the Eastern parts of the region - and breakfast time is no exception. Taking pride in halal meats, freshly-baked bread and sustainable, quality food, these guys serve up two courses for £18 in the mornings; complete with bottomless soft and hot drinks. Otherwise, spend an extra £10 for bottomless prosecco, which you can use to wash down tiramisu overnight oats, eggs benedict-topped flatbreads with Aleppo chilli hollandaise, and full breakfasts.

Albert's Schloss Soho

Not one to skimp on entertainment or hearty spreads so it seems once you take a look at Bavarian bier hall Albert's Schloss's breakfast menu. This Alpine-inspired haven can be found just shy of Piccadilly Circus sliding out its signature cook haus breakfasts, mushroom hash, Turkish eggs and so much more. The pancakes are not to be missed either, fronting toppings like maple bacon and Burford brown egg.

M Restaurant Threadneedle Street

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M Restaurant Threadneedle Street offers one of the best breakfasts in London. The 120-cover restaurant is popular with the City's workers thanks to its impressive menu of premium cuts of steak. In the morning though? The swish spot specialises in all things full English, with smoked streaky bacon, chorizo sausage and organic eggs taking centre stage.

Brother Marcus Angel

A delectable brunch spot in Camden Passage, Brother Marcus Angel has their Eastern Mediterranean crowd-fave Step Sister dish on offer filled with goodies like sweet potato and feta fritters. Don't miss out on their freshly brewed coffee and cold-pressed juices for the perfect Sunday morning pick-me-up.