They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day and there are many places in Central London where you can embrace that. Whether you're after a classic fry-up in a greasy spoon cafe or you want to chow down on something a little fancier, this guide to the best breakfast in Central London has you covered. Here's where to fuel up for the day in the city.
The best breakfast in Central London
In this guide
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The best breakfast in Central London
- Brother Marcus – A Med-inspired breakfast
- Regency Café – For a classic full English
- Dishoom – Brekky with a Bombay twist
- The Wolseley – A classic London institution
- Eggbreak – All things eggs
- Caravan – Go for the coffee
- Sunday in Brooklyn – Modern American breakfast
- Granger & Co. – Aussie-style brekky
- E Pellicci – Go for a Full English
- The Breakfast Club – Can't go wrong with it
- Where The Pancakes Are – Fluffy stacks of pancakes
- Terry's Café – An old-school fav
- The Table – Seasonal and sustainable
- Koya – A Japanese breakfast
- Kaffeine – Aussie and NZ-inspired
- Catalyst – British nostalgia
- Hash E8 – The cure to your hangover
The best breakfast in Central London
A Med-inspired breakfast
Brother Marcus has become a hit across the city for breakfast and brunch, offering a selection of light Eastern Mediterranean dishes in a stylish, laid-back setting. The menu is chock full of flavoursome dishes, including things like classic breakfasts with Cumberland sausages, streaky bacon and everything else you'd expect to find on a full English plate, as well as smoky shakshuka, fluffy pancakes, fritters, eggs Benedict and plenty more.
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1-3 Pelham St, Kensington 2 Crispin Pl, Shoreditch/Tower Hamlets/City of London 37-39 Camden Psge, Islington 1 Dirty Lane, Southwark 23 Slingsby Pl, Covent GardenBrother Marcus South Kensington
1-3 Pelham St, KensingtonBrother Marcus Spitalfields
2 Crispin Pl, Shoreditch/Tower Hamlets/City of LondonBrother Marcus Angel
37-39 Camden Psge, IslingtonBrother Marcus Borough Yards
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brothermarcus.co.uk/locations/southkensingtonBrother Marcus Spitalfields
brothermarcus.co.uk/locations/spitalfieldsBrother Marcus Angel
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brothermarcus.co.uk/locations/boroughyardsBrother Marcus Covent Garden
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Brother Marcus South Kensington Brother Marcus Spitalfields Brother Marcus Angel Brother Marcus Borough Yards Brother Marcus Covent Garden
For a classic full English
If you're after a traditional British breakfast with all the trimmings, Regency Café is your best bet. They opened in 1946 and have been serving classic full English breakfasts ever since, even making a appearances in numerous films and TV series. If you don't want a full English, you can also get things like sausages and chips, omelettes and more.
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17-19 Regency Street, Westminster
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Brekky with a Bombay twist
Breakfast at Dishoom is inspired by Bombay, featuring the group's renowned naan rolls, each handcrafted and baked to order in their tandoor oven. These rolls come filled with a variety of fillings, such as tomato-chilli jam, streaky bacon, and runny yolks. If you prefer a more traditional start, Dishoom can serve a cooked breakfast with a Bombay twist, featuring options like chilli-cheese toast topped with eggs and masala beans, with a vegan alternative also available. They also serve coffee brewed with beans sourced from a single estate in Sunticoppa, Karnataka.
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4 Derry Street, Kensington 7 Boundary St, Shoreditch, Shoreditch 5 Stable St, King's Cross 22 Kingly St, Carnaby, Soho 12 Upper St Martin's Ln, Covent GardenDishoom Kensington
4 Derry Street, KensingtonDishoom Shoreditch
7 Boundary St, Shoreditch, ShoreditchDishoom King's Cross
5 Stable St, King's CrossDishoom Carnaby
22 Kingly St, Carnaby, SohoDishoom Covent Garden
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020-742 093 25Dishoom Shoreditch
020-742 093 24Dishoom King's Cross
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A classic London institution
Breakfast at The Wolseley is a classic London experience. The first meal of the day is what they're best known for, exploring the history of breakfast traditions through their range of dishes. This includes a classic full English with meat from HG Walter, one of the finest butchers in London. They also serve their much-loved kedgeree and other dishes in their grand, black and gold-clad interior.
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160 Piccadilly, Mayfair 68 King William St, The City/City of LondonThe Wolseley
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All things eggs
Located between Notting Hill and Kensington, Eggbreak is a must for those who enjoy eggs for breakfast, offering dishes throughout the day. The bright and modern interior provides a comfortable backdrop for a menu heavily focused on breakfast, with international influences. Whether craving a hearty meal like an egg, bacon, and cheese toastie or opting for something sweet like French toast or pancakes, Eggbreak caters to all tastes.
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30 Uxbridge Street, Kensington
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Go for the coffee
At Caravan, you can begin your day with options from the breakfast and brunch menus, best paired with their house-roasted coffee or a signature cocktail. Options range from fresh fruit, porridge, toast with various toppings and pancakes to sausage patties, potato hash, baked eggs, and more. They have branches throughout the city.
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The Grainhouse, 30-35 Drury Ln, Covent Garden 152 Great Portland Street, Fitzrovia 22 Bloomberg Arcade, The City/City of London 11-13 Exmouth Market 30 Great Guildford Street, Southwark 1 Granary Square, King's CrossCaravan Covent Garden
The Grainhouse, 30-35 Drury Ln, Covent GardenCaravan Fitzrovia
152 Great Portland Street, FitzroviaCaravan City
22 Bloomberg Arcade, The City/City of LondonCaravan Exmouth Market
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caravanandco.com/pages/exmouth-marketCaravan London Bridge
caravanandco.com/pages/banksideCaravan King's Cross
caravanandco.com/pages/kings-crossCaravan Covent Garden
020-395 585 00Caravan Fitzrovia
020-396 385 00Caravan City
020-395 755 55Caravan Exmouth Market
020-783 381 15Caravan London Bridge
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Modern American breakfast
Take a trip to Brooklyn through your tastebuds at Sunday in Brooklyn. This uber-stylish restaurant is decorated with terracotta tiles, potted plants, and reclaimed wood beams. But it's the menu where they really shine, boasting options like glossy pancakes with hazelnut maple praline and brown butter, or poached eggs drizzled in hot sauce. Their brunch cocktail menu is also excellent.
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98 Westbourne Grove St Christopher's Place, MaryleboneSunday in Brooklyn Notting Hill
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Aussie-style brekky
At Granger & Co., it's all about sunny Australian charm and laid-back vibes. Set within a stylish and modern space, guests get to enjoy a high-quality breakfast, including options like soft-boiled eggs with Dusty Knuckle sourdough (which many people claim to be the best bread in town), grilled cheese and kimchi toasties, fruit bowls, and classics like avocado on toast. However, bear in mind they might occasionally change the menu to suit what's in season. You'll find branches dotted all around Central London.
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105 Marylebone High Street, Marylebone 175 Westbourne Grove, Notting Hill The Stanley Building, 7 Pancras Sq, King's Cross 50 Sekforde St 237-239 Pavilion Rd, ChelseaGranger & Co. Marylebone
105 Marylebone High Street, MaryleboneGranger & Co. Notting Hill
175 Westbourne Grove, Notting HillGranger & Co. King's Cross
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grangerandco.com/notting-hillGranger & Co. King's Cross
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grangerandco.com/clerkenwellGranger & Co. Chelsea
grangerandco.com/chelseaGranger & Co. Marylebone
020-807 971 20Granger & Co. Notting Hill
020-722 991 11Granger & Co. King's Cross
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Go for a Full English
E Pellicci is the place you go for a classic full English fry-up done properly. This family-run East London café has a rich history dating back to 1900 and they take the first meal of the day very seriously. Their full English is the star of the show, served with Cumberland sausages, egg, bacon, tomatoes, mushrooms, and fried bread or toast; it's the real deal if you want to go traditional. They also serve things like American-style pancakes, muesli, and a veggie version of their classic brekky.
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332 Bethnal Green Road, Tower Hamlets
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Can't go wrong with it
The Breakfast Club is a fool-proof choice for a satisfying breakfast, offering a range of dishes, from traditional fry-ups to breakfast burgers and fluffy pancakes. With branches scattered across the city, satisfying your Breakfast Club craving is likely just around the corner.
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18 Old Compton St, Soho Saint Pancras Station, Camden Town/King's Cross 55 Neal St, Covent Garden 12-16 Artillery Lane, Shoreditch/The City/City of London 11 Berwick Street, Soho 33 D'Arblay Street, Soho 11 Southwark Street, Southwark 2-4 Rufus St, ShoreditchThe Breakfast Club Soho on Old Compton Street
18 Old Compton St, SohoThe Breakfast Club St Pancras
Saint Pancras Station, Camden Town/King's CrossThe Breakfast Club Seven Dials
55 Neal St, Covent GardenThe Breakfast Club Spitalfields
12-16 Artillery Lane, Shoreditch/The City/City of LondonThe Breakfast Club Soho on Berwick Street
11 Berwick Street, SohoThe Breakfast Club Soho on D'Arblay Street
33 D'Arblay Street, SohoThe Breakfast Club London Bridge
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The Breakfast Club Soho on Old Compton Street
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thebreakfastclubcafes.com/spitalfieldsThe Breakfast Club Soho on Berwick Street
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thebreakfastclubcafes.com/sohoThe Breakfast Club London Bridge
thebreakfastclubcafes.com/locations/london-bridgeThe Breakfast Club Hoxton
thebreakfastclubcafes.com/hoxtonThe Breakfast Club Seven Dials
020-395 820 91The Breakfast Club Spitalfields
020-707 896 33The Breakfast Club Soho on Berwick Street
020-372 755 43The Breakfast Club Soho on D'Arblay Street
020-743 425 71The Breakfast Club London Bridge
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The Breakfast Club Soho on Old Compton Street The Breakfast Club St Pancras The Breakfast Club Seven Dials The Breakfast Club Spitalfields The Breakfast Club Soho on Berwick Street The Breakfast Club Soho on D'Arblay Street The Breakfast Club London Bridge The Breakfast Club Hoxton
Fluffy stacks of pancakes
Any guesses as to what these guys serve? Yep, pancakes. You can forget the classic full English or avocado on toast; it's all about slow-cooked pancakes made with fresh batter and topped with sweet or savoury toppings.
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Arch 35a, 85a Southwark Bridge Rd, Southwark 7 Charlotte Street, FitzroviaWhere The Pancakes Are London Bridge
Arch 35a, 85a Southwark Bridge Rd, SouthwarkWhere The Pancakes Are Fitzrovia
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An old-school fav
If you're after a classic English breakfast made with local ingredients, head to Terry's Café on Great Suffolk Street. This bright-red restaurant opened in 1982 and serves all the classics, including plant-based options. You can also enjoy various pastries and all the hot drinks you'd expect to be on a breakfast menu.
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158 Great Suffolk Street, Southwark
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Seasonal and sustainable
This small independent restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch menus throughout the week, focusing on seasonal, British ingredients sourced sustainably. The Southwark branch is pared-back and casual with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. You can enjoy your meal indoors or sit on their outside terrace, which is perfect for al fresco dining.
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83 Southwark Street, Southwark
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The Table Southwark
020-740 127 60 - Read more on Thatsup
A Japanese breakfast
Don't fancy the classics? Breakfast at Koya is a Japanese affair. They serve a range of udon noodle dishes, small plates, rice dishes and more, moving beyond the traditional offerings. However, you will find a full English breakfast udon noodle dish on the menu, with egg, bacon, and shiitake mushrooms.
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50 Frith Street, Soho
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Aussie and NZ-inspired
Kaffeine is an independently-owned café and espresso bar that's inspired by Aussie and New Zealand café culture. You can drink exceptional, high-quality coffee here whilst enjoying delicious dishes like bacon brioche buns and various baked goods.
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66 Great Titchfield Street, Fitzrovia 15 Eastcastle Street, FitzroviaKaffeine Great Titchfield Street
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British nostalgia
Catalyst is the place to go if you want coffee roasted in-house and delicious British dishes. The food served here is an ode to classic British café food, consisting of things like bacon sarnies, sausage and egg on sourdough, and fluffy pancakes. They offer a range of drinks with a creative twist, like espresso and tonic, and coffee with sriracha, although the menu does change occasionally.
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48 Grays Inn Road, Chancery Lane, Holborn/Bloomsbury
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The cure to your hangover
Hungover? Head to Hash E8 in Dalston. These guys claim to cure all hangovers with their US-inspired breakfast dishes. They serve everything from sausage muffins and house hash to French toast and pancakes. Be prepared to queue if you go on the weekend, but it's worth the wait.
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170 Dalston Ln, Hackney/Dalston
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