Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and London restaurants will ensure you get your fill every morning.
From full English breakfast at a local greasy spoon to fried haggis and fusion fry-ups at a daring eatery, we've got a list of the best breakfasts in London.
Top 11 Breakfast Spots in London
London is a bustling city with a vibrant food scene, and finding the best breakfast can be a daunting task. With so many options available, it can be hard to know where to start.
That's why we've put together this comprehensive guide to help you find the best breakfast spots in London.
1. The Breakfast Club
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If you are on the hunt for a hearty breakfast or brunch in London (at any time of the day), you can't skip the Breakfast Club.
Their menu features traditional breakfast items like Eggs Benedict, American-style pancakes, poached eggs, and French toast, but also some unique inventions, including the Hippie Bowl (a mix of quinoa, avocado, and feta cheese) and the Benny range, which combines poached egg with Greek yoghurt, butternut, chillies, peppers, fried chicken or chorizo sausage.
You can find these lively, retro breakfast spots all over London, including Canary Wharf, London Bridge, and Soho.
Website: thebreakfastclubcafes.com/
2. Dishoom Covent Garden
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Dishoom is a Bombay-style cafe in Covent Garden with an Indian-inspired breakfast menu that will leave you wanting more.
The cafe is styled after the Irani cafes of Bombay and features unique breakfast dishes like House Black Daal, a spicy lentil dish, and bacon sandwiches made with naan and mango chutney.
You can also try Okra Fries, egg naan, Eggs Kejriwal, and Keema Per Eedu, a spicy minced lamb fry topped with a fried egg.
If you are stopping by for lunch, finish your meal with a breakfast cocktail, like Chaiwalla's Cutting Chai or the Salty Lassi.
Website: dishoom.com/covent-garden
3. Ozone Coffee Roasters
Ozone Coffee Roasters is a specialty coffee roaster that offers a menu of healthy and sustainable food items, including granola bowls, breakfast burritos, and the ever-popular avocado toast.
The cafe is extremely popular with the Shoreditch crowd that wants a quick pick-me-up before morning meetings start, so arrive early if you need a little peace and quiet to eat breakfast.
4. Regency Café
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The Regency Café opened in the 1930s and is a staple of the London dining scene. They are widely regarded as offering the best breakfasts in London, especially if you enjoy full English.
Expect a spread of homemade baked beans, grilled tomato, toast, marmalade, kippers and fried eggs on offer.
The café has retained its old-fashioned charms, with vintage polished brass and marble decor reminiscent of a bygone era.
It's one of the best places for a traditional breakfast (and to get a taste of what London was like 80 years ago).
Website: regencycafe.has.restaurant
5. Duck & Waffle
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Duck & Waffle doesn't just offer one of the best breakfasts in London; it offers some of the best views as well.
The menu features a host of clever and tasty dishes, including the Duck & Waffle, crispy duck confit, a fried egg, and mustard maple syrup served up on a delicious waffle.
You can also try the smoked salmon scrambled eggs, baked eggs or corn fritters. Located on the 40th floor of the famous Heron Tower, it's one of the best restaurants to enjoy a hearty meal as you explore the city.
Website: duckandwaffle.com
6. Borough Market
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When you need a little variety, head to the Borough Market in South London. The market is home to food stalls and café where you can find English breakfasts and contemporary fare.
One of the most popular stalls for breakfast is St John Bakery, where you will find baked goods (including St John bread, of course), while Kappacasein serves artisanal cheese toasties, that is the stuff legends are made of. You can also find pastries, yoghurt bowls and fresh fruit throughout the day.
Website: boroughmarket.org.uk
7. LIMA Floral
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LIMA Floral is a Peruvian restaurant that offers unique breakfast and brunch items from the region.
Specialities include Eggs Limena, a signature dish of scrambled eggs served with crispy corn, avocado and salsa, and a Peruvian breakfast of grilled corn, potatoes and eggs.
LIMA Floral is known for its famous honeycomb butter, which is served with many of its breakfast items and their freshly baked bread.
Website: limalondon.com/floral
8. Flat Iron Square
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Flat Iron Square is one of London's most popular food and entertainment destinations.
You'll find a variety of food stalls inside, selling breakfast tacos, baked eggs, and the infamous Flat Iron Square Breakfast, a full English fry-up with black pudding, bacon and beans included.
If you are looking for options in a lively and dynamic setting, this is your best bet.
Website: flatironsquare.co.uk
9. Wild Food Cafe
If you are looking for a plant-based meal, look no further than Wild Food Cafe. Their menu consists of breakfast and brunch items made from the finest seasonal and organic ingredients.
They have several vegan, gluten-free and nut-free options for those with dietary restrictions.
One of their most popular menu items is coconut yoghurt, which is served with fresh fruit, granola and honey, chia pudding, an acai bowl, smashed avocado toast and oat porridge.
10. Healthy Breakfast Spot - 26 Grains
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This tiny café specialises in one thing and one thing only: porridge. Inspired by Scandinavian cooking, chef Alex Hely-Hutchinson serves colourful and nutritious porridges topped with delicacies like banana cacao and fruits alongside super-strong coffee and herbal teas.
Porridges are available in sweet and savoury options, including an egg and kale porridge served with fiery sriracha sauce.
Portions are generous and priced well, which means it's easier than ever to get a healthy start to your day.
Website: 26grains.com
11. Kolamba
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Kolamba in the heart of Soho serves Sri Lankan breakfast delights, including egg hoppers with ki/tul glazed bacon and creamy coconut kiribath rice.
You can wash it all down with a selection of delicious juices, including lime, pineapple or a boozy Sri Lankan cocktail.
Kolamba is a small and intimate venue, perfect for a cosy catch-up with your friends or colleagues in Central London.
The great news is that mains cost less than £10, making brunch an exciting and affordable option!
Website: kolamba.co.uk
These are just a handful of the many breakfast spots you'll find in London. New eateries open every week, each offering exciting options to get your day going!
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