Brunch is a longstanding tradition in London! And there are plenty of places to enjoy it in the bustling capital city. Here are our favourites:
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Top 5 des meilleurs brunchs londoniens
Brunch is to London what hot dogs are to New York: a local institution, and an experience not to be missed when visiting the city. Whether you prefer yours salty, English or continental, meat-based or plant-based, the English capital is sure to have the brunch for you, just a 2 hour and 20 minute train ride from Paris.
The Breakfast Club: the classic
It’s the one everyone talks about, the one that brunch lovers (like you) are prepared to wait in line for. Fortunately, there is not just one Breakfast Club in London, but ten of them!
Our advice: head to the Hoxton location at the weekend (for a shorter wait), and the one in Soho during the week (for its central location). What is there to eat? A Full Monty: an English breakfast as delectable as the film it’s named after.
- The Breakfast club Hoxton
- 2-4 Rufus St
- N1 6PE
- London
- England
- Opening hours: Open every day from 8am to 3pm (4pm Friday through Sunday)
- How do you get there? Metro Old Street
Kennington Lane Cafe: the most affordable
This no-fuss restaurant serves a delicious brunch! The Kennington Lane Cafe in Vauxhall is a favourite among Londoners and tourists alike, and it’s easy to see why. The location is adorable, the staff is friendly, and the brunch is a delight for the taste buds.
The (real) English breakfast is to die for...and costs less than anywhere else!
The brunch should keep you going for a good part of the day.
- Kennington Lane Cafe
- 383 Kennington Lane
- SE11 5QY
- London
- United Kingdom
- Opening hours: Opens at 7am Monday through Friday, 8am on Saturday and 9am on Sunday, and closes at 4pm every day
- How do you get there? From St. Pancras International, take the Victoria line (the light blue line) toward Brixton. Get off at Vauxhall.
The Attendant: the most unique
No one but the English would think of transforming public toilets into a cool brunch spot! “Oh, my God.” With its well-preserved Victorian architecture and repurposed porcelain urinals, The Attendant (Fitzrovia location) is surprisingly charming.
This sparkling-clean mini café has brunch offerings of avocado toast with or without salmon, and delicious “homemade” waffles.
- Attendant Fitzrovia
- 27A Foley St, Fitzrovia
- W1W 6DY
- London
- United Kingdom
- Opening hours: Opens at 8am Monday through Friday, and 9am on Saturday and Sunday. The kitchen closes at 3pm.
- How do you get there? From St. Pancras International, take the Victoria line (the light blue line) toward Brixton. Get off at Oxford Circus.
Aqua Shard: the most Instagrammable
Ready to splash out a bit for a killer souvenir photo? The Aqua Shard offers one incredible sight after another, starting with the decor. This restaurant is located on the 31st floor of the UK’s tallest skyscraper, and has a breathtaking view of the Thames and London Bridge– try to get a window seat if you can.
Then there’s the 5-star brunch, which offers English classics and world cuisine-inspired dishes alike. There’s no better way to start off your day!
Looking for a place to treat your partner to a stunning view during a romantic weekend in London? Aqua Shard is the place for you.
- Aqua Shard
- Level 31, The Shard, 31 St. Thomas St.
- SE1 9RY
- London
- United Kingdom
- Opening hours: Brunch is offered on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from 10:30am to 2:30pm.
- How do you get there? From St. Pancras International, take the Northern line (the black line) toward Morden via Bank. Get off at London Bridge.
Mildreds: the vegetarian option
Lovers of vegetarian (and even vegan) cuisine, this is the place for you! Many of the dishes are gluten-free, and they also serve organic fruit juices.
Brunch is offered until 3pm at the weekend. The menu has plenty of options, from the classic baked beans to hummus, cheese, fruit, porridge and more.
They also serve breakfast until 11am Monday through Friday. Whatever you order, you can’t go wrong.
Mildreds vegetarian restaurant has three other locations in London: Soho, Camden and Kings Cross. The one in Dalston has a large outdoor seating area.
- Mildreds Dalston
- 1 Dalston Square
- E8 3GU
- London
- United Kingdom
- Opening hours: Open every day from 9am to 11pm (10pm on Sundays)
- How do you get there? Dalston Square Underground station
