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Best Breakfast Spots in London

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Looking for the best breakfast spots in London to start your day off right? From traditional English breakfasts to trendy cafes serving up avocado toast, London has a diverse array of options for every palate. Whether you're craving a hearty fry-up or a healthier option, this guide will help you discover the top spots to enjoy a delicious breakfast in the bustling city. Wondering where to find the best bottomless brunches in London? Keep reading to find out!

1. Café François, London

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All-day French brasserie spanning two floors on the edge of Borough Market. The in-house bakery stacks counters with fresh pain suisse for breakfast, while the open rotisserie spins chickens for the lunch and dinner rush.

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2. Where The Pancakes Are - Flat Iron Square, London

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Bright railway arch restaurant serving sweet and savory buttermilk pancake stacks and oven-baked Dutch babies. Plants hang from the curved ceiling above busy brunch tables, with heated outdoor seats facing The Shard.

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3. Abuelo, London

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Covent Garden cafe channeling a rustic Australian homestead with its communal timber table and terracotta floors. The menu is all-day brunch – think fig sourdough toast, truffle toasties, and specialty Latin American coffee.

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4. Urban Pantry, London

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Neighborhood cafe dedicated to brunch, serving seasonal plates like corn fritters and avocado smash. The cozy space is strictly walk-in only, with a queue of locals forming down the street on weekends.

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5. EggBreak, London

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Cozy neighborhood brunch spot on a quiet Notting Hill corner, dedicated entirely to eggs. The menu spins classics from Turkish eggs to Nutella french toast; expect a queue on weekends.

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6. Lowry And Baker, London

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Neighborhood cafe on the quiet end of Portobello Road, serving brunch on mismatched floral plates. Homemade cakes and Monmouth coffee line the counter; the few outdoor tables fill up fast.

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7. Darcy And May, London

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Brightly painted pop-art boats permanently moored on the Grand Union Canal, serving Aussie brunch all day. A shared rooftop deck connects the two – a prime spot for flat whites and canalside views.

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8. Crêpes à la carte, London

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Compact Breton spot serving crispy buckwheat galettes and sweet crêpes. The open kitchen works fast, sending out hot, folded parcels to a tight room of wooden tables.

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9. Honey & Co. | Bloomsbury, London

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Glass-wrapped corner on Lamb's Conduit Street piling tables with Levantine pastries and shakshuka. The room stays loud and bright from early morning, with overflow seating taking over the pavement.

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10. Scarlett Green, London

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Bright, art-covered Soho dining room running a high-energy Australian breakfast service. Marble tables fill fast with heavy plates of shakshouka, bacon rolls, and bottles of prosecco left right on the table.

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11. Yeast Bakery, London

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Viennoiserie bakery on the Regent's Canal with an open kitchen turning out classic French pastries. Outdoor tables on the towpath fill up with runners and walkers stopping for coffee.

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12. Drupe Cafe • Broadway Market, London

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Bustling Broadway Market cafe serving specialty coffee and Middle Eastern-inspired brunch. The open front spills directly onto the street, bringing plates of warm shakshuka and fresh salads right into the steady neighborhood hum.

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13. Papo’s Bagels, London

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Compact Dalston counter baking proper New York bagels hand-rolled by actual New Yorkers. Weekend queues form for warm dough piled with scallion cream cheese and lox, mostly taken to-go as stools are scarce.

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