Best Brunches in London: 20 Places Worth Your Weekend
These London brunches are worth cancelling other plans for
Saturday mornings in London move at their own pace. At Brickwood in Balham, the queue starts before ten and nobody in it is wearing a coat; over in Marylebone, Jikoni's tables fill with people who've timed their arrival to the farmers market next door. This is a city that takes brunch seriously, and September is the best month for it—the heat breaks, the light stays long, and the crowds thin just enough to get a seat.
These twenty are ordered by reliability and ease of entry. The first five will take you without reservation and feed you well. The next cluster are the known names—the places that work because they've learned how. Then we move through neighbourhood finds, the luxury experiences and the bottomless venues where it's less about the eggs and more about the scene. Prices range from less than £10 to £150 per person, but only if you want them to.
Brickwood
Balham (11 Hildreth Street, SW12 9RQ) · Aussie-style café · Brunch until 3pm, all week; meal for two around £30 with drinks
A Balham brunch café with great Aussie-style dishes, friendly service and no queues, with beautifully crafted shack-like interior and an extensive menu. Brunch is served until 3pm with imaginative dishes such as wild mushrooms on brioche with poached egg, grated pecorino and truffle oil – for an extra £2, you can add morsels of ham hock. Meal for two with drinks and service comes around £30. No reservation needed and the line moves faster than at its more famous Clapham counterpart.
Nue Ground
Clapham (32 Abbeville Road, SW4 7AB) · Modern European brunch · All-day café; seasonal menu daily
Modern European cuisine meets neighbourhood warmth at Nue Ground, a Clapham favourite with serious culinary ambition. The menu changes regularly to highlight seasonal ingredients, moving between classics like whipped ricotta on sourdough and adventurous dishes like slow-cooked eggs with wild mushrooms. The relaxed, greenery-filled dining room creates a contemporary atmosphere that delivers consistent quality and genuine south London hospitality. Book online or arrive early; the wellness hub draws the Abbeville Village crowd.
Dishoom King's Cross
King's Cross (First Floor, 3 Stable Street, N1C 4AB) · Indian café-style brunch · Breakfast 8-11:45am weekdays, 9-11:45am weekends; feast menu £22pp
Dishoom serves breakfast from 8am to 11.45am on weekdays, and 9am to 11.45am on weekends. Begin your day at Dishoom King's Cross with a Naan Roll or Chole Puri Halwa for immediate AM boosting. The menu hosts many early-morning delights: Bombay-style eggs, Irani café staples and cooked breakfasts, plus tasty fruits, grains and breads. The Breakfast Feast Menu is priced at £22.00 per person. Walk-ins are welcome before 6pm; the cavernous space can absorb crowds.
Chet's
Shepherd's Bush (65 Shepherd's Bush Green, W12 8QE) · Thai-American diner · Weekday 7am-4pm, 5:30pm-midnight; weekend brunch 11am-4pm; set menu £32pp
On the weekend, there's an incredibly enticing brunch menu featuring banana French toast and the eatery's signature Bodega sandwich, filled with sai uah sausage and umami ketchup. The label 'Thai/American' might sound baffling, but that's what awaits customers at Chet's, the ground-floor restaurant at The Hoxton, the 237-bedroom hotel on Shepherds Bush Green. It opened three years ago and by day it's a popular co-working space and hotel lobby. Set prices are £32 per person.
Jikoni
Marylebone (19-21 Blandford Street, W1U 3DJ) · Cross-cultural (African, Asian, Middle Eastern) · Brunch Saturday-Sunday 11am-3pm; weekend only
Recognised as one of the best brunches in London and Marylebone by Vogue Magazine and Timeout, Jikoni's brunch is not your ordinary weekend brunch experience. On Sunday we are over the road from Marylebone's iconic farmers market, and the perfect spot to while away your time over single origin coffees, house made seasonal cocktails and maternal dishes that dance between cultures from Britain, the Middle East, East Africa and South and East Asia. In keeping with our sustainable and positive ethos of maternal cooking, there are ample vegetarian and vegan brunch options on the menu. Book ahead for tables in the dining room.
Duck & Waffle
City of London (40th Floor, 110 Bishopsgate, EC2N 4AY) · British with European influence · 24 hours; weekend brunch menu available
Duck & Waffle restaurant is located on the 40th floor of 110 Bishopsgate in the City of London. The interior features wraparound floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the expanse of London and its notable landmarks, a bustling open kitchen, and a 24-seat indoor-outdoor bar offering artisanal cocktails. Indulge in a selection of their sweet & savoury brunch favourites from the namesake Duck & Waffle to the eponymous Full Elvis, classic Smoked Salmon Royale or healthy Greek Yoghurt & Granola. No matter what type of brunch you're looking for - they've got you covered. Book two months ahead for weekend slots.
Caravan King's Cross
King's Cross (1 Granary Square, N1C 4AA) · Seasonal brunch with plant-based focus · All-day café; walk-ins welcome
Head to Caravan King's Cross to experience one of the best brunches in London: scrumptious dishes, top-notch drinks, affordable prices and a great location within a grade II-listed Victorian grain store. Enjoy seasonal brunch treats, with plenty of plant-based and gluten-free options to choose from. Best for: Brunch staples for every taste. The converted grain store feels like a space rather than a café; the crowd is mixed and the pace is easy.
SiLVA
Mayfair (The Dorchester) · Mediterranean brunch · Weekend brunch by reservation
Mediterranean flavours and coastal inspiration define the weekend at SiLVA in Mayfair. The Silva Brunch Experience is designed for two, featuring vibrant grilled fish and herb-packed salads alongside brunch classics reimagined with Greek and Italian influences. This is luxury without fuss: expect Greek whitefish and Italian cheeses served in a restaurant that doesn't need to shout about its address.
Bibo
Shoreditch (Shoreditch location) · Spanish fiesta-style brunch · Saturday-Sunday 11am-4pm
Putting a Spanish spin on brunch, Dani García's Shoreditch outpost Bibo brings all the flavour and revelry of a fiesta. Served 11am to 4pm every Saturday and Sunday, highlights include golden paella with fried eggs and cecina, fried chicken brioche with ras el hanout mayonnaise and tomato, eggs Benedict with jamón ibérico, and for those with a sweet tooth, the decadent caramelised torrija with blueberry compote and vanilla ice cream. The energy here is theatrical; go if you want colour and noise with your eggs.
Coya
Mayfair (Midday-4pm) · Peruvian with Latin entertainment · Saturdays-Sundays; £150pp with unlimited Veuve Clicquot
Brunch at Mayfair's Coya might just be the most energetic early-afternoon knees-up in London. Brunch bookings at the award-winning Peruvian restaurant open from midday and last until 4pm (although the unlimited Veuve Clicquot runs out at 3pm). The experience costs £150 per person but offers far more than runny eggs on muffins. Alongside contemporary South American dishes, including Arroz Nikkei made with Chilean sea bass, rice, lime and chilli, and Angosto Picante with sirloin, crispy shallots, aji limo and star anise, expect live entertainment in the form of Latin dancers and a resident DJ.
Impala
Soho (14 Dean Street, W1D 3RS) · North African wood-fired · Lunch 12pm-2:30pm, dinner 5pm-10:30pm; around £65-90pp
Five years in the making and one of 2026's most hyped openings, Impala on Dean Street is Chef Meedu Saad's debut solo restaurant. After eight years shaping Kiln into one of Soho's most admired kitchens, Saad struck out on his own with a wood-fired, live-grill kitchen inspired by the food, noise and colour of North Africa and, in particular, the streets of Cairo. As a North African restaurant in Soho, it is built around fire and provenance. A counter seats around ten in front of the wood oven, with a four-seat chef's counter by the grill, plus a full dining room and bar. Produce is sourced direct from small farms and makers across the UK and the Mediterranean, and the natural wine list has become a talking point in its own right. Price: Around £65–£90 per person before substantial drinking.
The Wolseley
Piccadilly (160 Piccadilly, W1J 9EB) · Grand European café · All-day service
Savour popular brunch dishes in grand surroundings at The Wolseley in Piccadilly. This iconic restaurant serves up one of the best brunches in London, featuring everything from eggs benedict and kedgeree to signature dishes such as fishcakes topped with a poached egg. Best for: Classic British brunch and top-tier service. The room is theatrical without effort; high ceilings, black and white floor, waiters who know the choreography. No reservation needed for walk-ins, but expect a wait on weekends.
Sunday in Brooklyn
Notting Hill (98 Westbourne Grove, W2 5RU) or Marylebone (10-12 James Street, W1U 1EE) · American brunch · Weekend brunch
An offshoot of the popular New York restaurant, Sunday in Brooklyn offers American-style brunch. Best for: Indulgent NYC breakfast staples. Where: 98 Westbourne Grove, Notting Hill, W2 5RU (west London) and 10-12 James Street, Marylebone, W1U 1EE (central London). The formula works: oversize portions, thick toast, proper coffee, people at the next table ordering seconds because they can't help themselves.
E Pellicci
Bethnal Green (family-owned since 1900) · Homemade brunch, generous portions · Walk-ins only
Family-owned E Pellicci has been feeding its homemade brunch dishes to the masses since 1900. Expect big portions. This is the sort of place your grandparents would have taken you: formica tables, plastic chairs, coffee in a cup that's been hot since breakfast started. Go for the lack of pretence and the fact that nothing costs much.
Lolo
Bermondsey · Spanish brunch with heat · Weekend service
Try Lolo in Bermondsey if you want a lively Spanish take on brunch; start your Saturday with some heat at Thai-inspired Chet's. The kitchen has learned what heat tastes like: chorizo, jalapeño, pimento. Come here if eggs Benedict feels tired.
Snaps + Rye
West London (93 Golborne Road, W10 5NL) · Scandinavian traditional Danish brunch · Tuesday-Wednesday 8am-6pm, Thursday-Saturday 8am-11pm, Sunday 10am-6pm; £2-12
A tiny piece of Scandinavia in London, Snaps + Rye brings the flavours of Denmark to West London. This relaxed, bright café is great place to get a traditional Danish brunch. A variety of options ranges from £2-£12. Try the: Baked Rarebit, smoked bacon, liquorice syrup and pickled mushrooms (£8). One of the few places in London where brunch can cost less than the coffee at most other venues.
Dishoom Permit Room Portobello
Notting Hill (Permit Room, Portobello Road) · All-day Bombay café · Brunch served daily
Permit Room Portobello - Dishoom's all-day cafe in Notting Hill. This is Dishoom's stripped-back sibling: order at the counter, eat at a stool. The advantage is you can eat whenever brunch calls, not just at 9am on Sunday. The bacon naan roll tastes the same but you'll eat standing up.
Sea Containers
South Bank (20 Upper Ground, SE1 9PD) · All-day brunch with riverside views · Daily service; bottomless packages available
Enjoy one of the best brunches in London with stunning riverside views at the Sea Containers hotel's restaurant, featuring delicious brunch dishes, such as lobster mac and cheese, crushed avocado and fried chicken and waffles, with bottomless drinks. Tuck into all-day brunch dishes including Devon crab and hash brown benedict, fried chicken and waffles, and Porthilly mussels with garlic bread. Wash it down with free-flowing prosecco, Bloody Mary or Laurent-Perrier champagne.
Aram
Strand (Somerset House) · Syrian café brunch · Daily service
Excellent Syrian cafe Aram, which you can find in the glamorous Somerset House. Brunch at Aram means flatbread and labneh, fattoush salad for lunch, coffee that arrives in a small cup. The courtyard at Somerset House is worth the walk; Aram's kitchen is honest.
Aqua Kyoto
Central London (St James's) · Japanese brunch with rooftop views · Weekend brunch; bottomless drinks £35-55pp
Add a little luxury to your weekend by booking a table at Aqua Kyoto, a stunning Japanese restaurant nestled in the heart of Central London. Bottomless drinks: choose from free-flowing wine and beer for £35, and bottomless Champagne and cocktails for £55. The rooftop views of St James's, the sake on the list, and the sushi rolling past are the point. Book ahead; the Saturday queue never stops.
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