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The Top Breakfast Restaurants in London

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by The OpenTable Team
Updated February 19, 2024
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and in London, there are plenty of ways to get it right. From busy commuters heading to the financial district’s towers to lazy late-risers recovering after a night out in Soho, everyone is looking for the best breakfast in London. But where are the smartest, savviest diners eating out? Welcome to our Tastemakers Lists. We’ve pulled data from thousands of restaurants to find the top spots among OpenTable's most expert, seasoned diners. From the finest Eggs Royale to a refreshing red-berry smoothie, London has it all. Read on to find out exactly where to book for the best breakfast in London to start the day.
Ivy Market Grill
4.3 (18708)
£26 to £40
Contemporary British
Covent Garden
Covent Garden is a hive of activity in the heart of London. This relaxed branch of the Ivy has a terrace where diners can enjoy breakfast while overlooking the activity outside. An extensive eggs menu boasts everything from benedict to buttermilk pancakes, while healthy eaters can enjoy crushed avocado or a mixed berry smoothie. Weekend diners can indulge in some of the best brunch in London, including the classic Ivy Bloody Mary with its secret spice mix.
Top review
CarterVIP
Dined 6 days ago
Food was fantastic! The chocolate bomb was da bomb.
Covent Garden is a hive of activity in the heart of London. This relaxed branch of the Ivy has a terrace where diners can enjoy breakfast while overlooking the activity outside. An extensive eggs menu boasts everything from benedict to buttermilk pancakes, while healthy eaters can enjoy crushed avocado or a mixed berry smoothie. Weekend diners can indulge in some of the best brunch in London, including the classic Ivy Bloody Mary with its secret spice mix.
Top review
CarterVIP
Dined 6 days ago
Food was fantastic! The chocolate bomb was da bomb.
Dean Street Townhouse
4.7 (4744)
£26 to £40
British
Soho
The unassuming sign in Soho that advertises the Townhouse belies the luxury that lies within. This up-market hotel houses a restaurant bedecked in studded red leather seats, artfully lit for an intimate yet upper-class atmosphere. Enjoy some of the best breakfast in London, including a full English loved by hotel guests and locals alike, and some excellent eggs benedict.
Top review
Stuart
Dined 1 day ago
Enjoyable evening thanks, good food and staff service
The unassuming sign in Soho that advertises the Townhouse belies the luxury that lies within. This up-market hotel houses a restaurant bedecked in studded red leather seats, artfully lit for an intimate yet upper-class atmosphere. Enjoy some of the best breakfast in London, including a full English loved by hotel guests and locals alike, and some excellent eggs benedict.
Top review
Stuart
Dined 1 day ago
Enjoyable evening thanks, good food and staff service
The Ivy Tower Bridge
4.3 (13969)
£26 to £40
Contemporary British
London Bridge
With branches of the iconic Ivy dotted all over London, how can diners know which serves the best breakfast in London? Well, diners say that the Ivy at Tower Bridge is a "lovely dining experience" combining a beautiful setting with excellent service. The eggs benedict, omelets, and pancakes all receive particular praise. A touch of luxury with outstanding views over the historic Tower Bridge.
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Simon
Dined 1 day ago
All totally excellent. The Ivy group just deliver.
With branches of the iconic Ivy dotted all over London, how can diners know which serves the best breakfast in London? Well, diners say that the Ivy at Tower Bridge is a "lovely dining experience" combining a beautiful setting with excellent service. The eggs benedict, omelets, and pancakes all receive particular praise. A touch of luxury with outstanding views over the historic Tower Bridge.
Top review
Simon
Dined 1 day ago
All totally excellent. The Ivy group just deliver.
Riding House Fitzrovia
4.4 (4895)
£26 to £40
Modern European
Fitzrovia
Beloved by Fitzrovia locals, the Riding House Café is a light, airy space ideal to wake up even the most bleary-headed revelers. Breakfast is a colorful affair. Juices are simply called red, green, and gold, while the chorizo hash combines Spanish sausage with seasonal kale and baked eggs. Veggie options are available. Guests comment that the service runs like clockwork here, efficient but still friendly and welcoming. A wonderful venue to take in the buzzing atmosphere of cool Fitzrovia.
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OpenTable Diner
Dined 2 days ago
Celebration lunch
Beloved by Fitzrovia locals, the Riding House Café is a light, airy space ideal to wake up even the most bleary-headed revelers. Breakfast is a colorful affair. Juices are simply called red, green, and gold, while the chorizo hash combines Spanish sausage with seasonal kale and baked eggs. Veggie options are available. Guests comment that the service runs like clockwork here, efficient but still friendly and welcoming. A wonderful venue to take in the buzzing atmosphere of cool Fitzrovia.
Top review
OpenTable Diner
Dined 2 days ago
Celebration lunch
Holborn Dining Room
4.4 (2599)
£41 and over
British
Holborn
Set in the luxurious Rosewood London Hotel close to historic Covent Garden, Holborn treats guests to a touch of old-fashioned elegance and grandeur. The entire breakfast menu is a la carte, so no pre-cooked buffet options here, much to guests’ pleasure. Healthy options include quinoa porridge with almond milk, or the unusual tea-poached fruit with Greek yogurt. Most guests tend to go for more hearty fare. Their Full English comes with two eggs cooked to order and all the classic ingredients grilled to perfection. The best breakfast in London before heading out into the West End and beyond.
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LowndesM
Dined on Jun 12, 2023
We had an amazing time at the Holborn Dining Room. We tried the pies - lamb and chicken, crab tart, oysters, prawns, and the rib eye and all were wonderful. Service was top-notch and the beautiful interior set the mood for the evening.
Set in the luxurious Rosewood London Hotel close to historic Covent Garden, Holborn treats guests to a touch of old-fashioned elegance and grandeur. The entire breakfast menu is a la carte, so no pre-cooked buffet options here, much to guests’ pleasure. Healthy options include quinoa porridge with almond milk, or the unusual tea-poached fruit with Greek yogurt. Most guests tend to go for more hearty fare. Their Full English comes with two eggs cooked to order and all the classic ingredients grilled to perfection. The best breakfast in London before heading out into the West End and beyond.
Top review
LowndesM
Dined on Jun 12, 2023
We had an amazing time at the Holborn Dining Room. We tried the pies - lamb and chicken, crab tart, oysters, prawns, and the rib eye and all were wonderful. Service was top-notch and the beautiful interior set the mood for the evening.
The Ivy Chelsea Garden
4.4 (14196)
£26 to £40
Contemporary British
Chelsea
One of the most glamorous of the Ivy restaurants, this Chelsea treasure has a gorgeous garden terrace and "orangery"—a beautiful glasshouse-type area filled with wicker chairs and comfy sofas. Their lobster benedict lends a luxurious spin to a traditional favorite, while the full English is a great standard, with a vegetarian alternative available. Widely accepted by Chelsea regulars as the best breakfast in London.
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Gloria
Dined on May 1, 2025
Delightful evening. Sitting in the garden on a warm evening helped to make the evening enjoyable.
One of the most glamorous of the Ivy restaurants, this Chelsea treasure has a gorgeous garden terrace and "orangery"—a beautiful glasshouse-type area filled with wicker chairs and comfy sofas. Their lobster benedict lends a luxurious spin to a traditional favorite, while the full English is a great standard, with a vegetarian alternative available. Widely accepted by Chelsea regulars as the best breakfast in London.
Top review
Gloria
Dined on May 1, 2025
Delightful evening. Sitting in the garden on a warm evening helped to make the evening enjoyable.
Franco's
4.5 (1148)
£41 and over
Italian
Piccadilly
A Jermyn Street institution since 1946, Franco’s is allegedly one of the oldest Italian restaurants in London. They combine the Italian passion for food with the English love of breakfast to create a simple yet delicious menu. Grab an espresso and a croissant, or take a bit longer over baked eggs florentine with spinach and hollandaise. They even do their own twist on shakshuka, with avocado and feta. A regular haunt for business breakfasts.
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Fiona
Dined on Mar 20, 2025
Three of had lunch outside on an unseasonably warm March day. We booked at the last minute on OpenTable so we had a drink inside while waiting for our table. We received a warm welcome, and they were very gracious about storing our many bags. I thought it was a nice touch when the man beside us accidentally knocked over his glass of fizz. While the waiter dealt with napkins etc, the woman behind the bar immediately poured him another with no fuss or questions. One of our party is vegan, and found the vegetarian/vegan menu most acceptable. She pronounced her dish delicious. All in all, we will be back.
A Jermyn Street institution since 1946, Franco’s is allegedly one of the oldest Italian restaurants in London. They combine the Italian passion for food with the English love of breakfast to create a simple yet delicious menu. Grab an espresso and a croissant, or take a bit longer over baked eggs florentine with spinach and hollandaise. They even do their own twist on shakshuka, with avocado and feta. A regular haunt for business breakfasts.
Top review
Fiona
Dined on Mar 20, 2025
Three of had lunch outside on an unseasonably warm March day. We booked at the last minute on OpenTable so we had a drink inside while waiting for our table. We received a warm welcome, and they were very gracious about storing our many bags. I thought it was a nice touch when the man beside us accidentally knocked over his glass of fizz. While the waiter dealt with napkins etc, the woman behind the bar immediately poured him another with no fuss or questions. One of our party is vegan, and found the vegetarian/vegan menu most acceptable. She pronounced her dish delicious. All in all, we will be back.
Berners Tavern
4.6 (4493)
£26 to £40
British
Oxford Circus
The term "tavern" is a bit of a misnomer for this grand Fitzrovia dining room set in the Edition London hotel. Framed works of art cover the walls and chandeliers drip delectably from the ceiling. Hotel guests and those passing through are equally welcome for breakfast. Berners serves a traditional menu where the stars are the ingredients: Dingley Dell pork in the sausages, and sourdough bread from the nearby Borough Market. For an extra morning boost, try the health shot juices.
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KimberlyVIP
Dined 2 days ago
This was our favorite dinner this week in London The drinks were perfect The dinner was scrumptious The service, the service, the service was excellent Above and beyond DG and Hammy made our night sooo special I highly recommend going to this stunning restaurant with fabulous service
The term "tavern" is a bit of a misnomer for this grand Fitzrovia dining room set in the Edition London hotel. Framed works of art cover the walls and chandeliers drip delectably from the ceiling. Hotel guests and those passing through are equally welcome for breakfast. Berners serves a traditional menu where the stars are the ingredients: Dingley Dell pork in the sausages, and sourdough bread from the nearby Borough Market. For an extra morning boost, try the health shot juices.
Top review
KimberlyVIP
Dined 2 days ago
This was our favorite dinner this week in London The drinks were perfect The dinner was scrumptious The service, the service, the service was excellent Above and beyond DG and Hammy made our night sooo special I highly recommend going to this stunning restaurant with fabulous service
Balthazar London
4.3 (5473)
£26 to £40
French
Covent Garden
A spin-off of the New York original, Covent Garden’s Balthazar is just as indulgently French inspired and very popular among Londoners. Petit déjeuner, or breakfast, ranges from simple porridge with banana, to luxurious Lobster Royale with smoked salmon. Enjoy some relaxing jazz music with breakfast. A great place to take time over the morning and enjoy good company and good food in a relaxed atmosphere.
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Steve
Dined 2 days ago
As always a great vibe and great food the mussels and the Cod was outstanding :) will defo be back again and it’s becoming one of my Faves :)
A spin-off of the New York original, Covent Garden’s Balthazar is just as indulgently French inspired and very popular among Londoners. Petit déjeuner, or breakfast, ranges from simple porridge with banana, to luxurious Lobster Royale with smoked salmon. Enjoy some relaxing jazz music with breakfast. A great place to take time over the morning and enjoy good company and good food in a relaxed atmosphere.
Top review
Steve
Dined 2 days ago
As always a great vibe and great food the mussels and the Cod was outstanding :) will defo be back again and it’s becoming one of my Faves :)
Coq d’Argent Restaurant
4.4 (5300)
£41 and over
French
Bank
London’s skyline is one of the most famous in the world, including iconic modern architecture like the Gherkin. Get up high and enjoy the view with breakfast at one of the finest French restaurants in the city. Frequented by city regulars, this is also a tourist favorite thanks to the verdant rooftop terrace and gardens. Breakfast is either a set menu or a la carte, with an unusual ham and tomato benedict and the French classic, croque monsieur.
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AlanVIP
Dined 2 days ago
Great service, lovely location, amazing food and wine!!
London’s skyline is one of the most famous in the world, including iconic modern architecture like the Gherkin. Get up high and enjoy the view with breakfast at one of the finest French restaurants in the city. Frequented by city regulars, this is also a tourist favorite thanks to the verdant rooftop terrace and gardens. Breakfast is either a set menu or a la carte, with an unusual ham and tomato benedict and the French classic, croque monsieur.
Top review
AlanVIP
Dined 2 days ago
Great service, lovely location, amazing food and wine!!
The Ivy City Garden
4.3 (7870)
£26 to £40
Contemporary British
Liverpool Street
Set right on the edge of a beautiful inner city garden in Bishopsgate, the Ivy City Garden continues the urban greenery theme by housing its own hidden garden, with seating for around 100 hungry guests. A polished and elegant restaurant offering a range of breakfast choices, including delicious gluten-free toast with avocado or luxurious lobster with scrambled eggs. This Ivy is just tucked away enough to escape the hustle and bustle for a moment of peace during any trip to London.
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Aleksejs
Dined 6 days ago
The Ivy City Garden is a beautiful spot with a vibrant atmosphere and lush, garden-inspired decor. Bartender Manil stood out with his exceptional cocktails and warm service, making the evening especially memorable. A great place for a stylish meal or drinks in the heart of the city.
Set right on the edge of a beautiful inner city garden in Bishopsgate, the Ivy City Garden continues the urban greenery theme by housing its own hidden garden, with seating for around 100 hungry guests. A polished and elegant restaurant offering a range of breakfast choices, including delicious gluten-free toast with avocado or luxurious lobster with scrambled eggs. This Ivy is just tucked away enough to escape the hustle and bustle for a moment of peace during any trip to London.
Top review
Aleksejs
Dined 6 days ago
The Ivy City Garden is a beautiful spot with a vibrant atmosphere and lush, garden-inspired decor. Bartender Manil stood out with his exceptional cocktails and warm service, making the evening especially memorable. A great place for a stylish meal or drinks in the heart of the city.
Sartoria
4.4 (2128)
£41 and over
Italian
Oxford Circus
As the only restaurant on Savile Row, Sartoria is definitely the best breakfast in London for those out suit shopping at this haven for tailored fashion. An elegant Italian joint, breakfast reflects this with a small but select range of subtly altered favorites. The Italian Job is a Mediterranean twist on the full English, swapping out bacon for pancetta and beans for refreshing avocado. The Milano is a soft-boiled egg with mushrooms and a saffron risotto cake; much posher than egg and soldiers.
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Darrel
Dined on May 2, 2025
Excellent dining in a relaxed atmosphere. Good choice of dishes expertly prepared and delivered with efficient pleasant service. One of my favourite restaurants
As the only restaurant on Savile Row, Sartoria is definitely the best breakfast in London for those out suit shopping at this haven for tailored fashion. An elegant Italian joint, breakfast reflects this with a small but select range of subtly altered favorites. The Italian Job is a Mediterranean twist on the full English, swapping out bacon for pancetta and beans for refreshing avocado. The Milano is a soft-boiled egg with mushrooms and a saffron risotto cake; much posher than egg and soldiers.
Top review
Darrel
Dined on May 2, 2025
Excellent dining in a relaxed atmosphere. Good choice of dishes expertly prepared and delivered with efficient pleasant service. One of my favourite restaurants
Bread Street Kitchen & Bar — St Paul's
4.1 (4160)
£26 to £40
European
St Paul's
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay has a wide range of restaurants all across London. This St Paul’s venue is perfectly placed for those visiting the famous cathedral and other surrounding sights. They serve breakfast daily, with half the menu dedicated to cocktails and juices. There’s a detox with orange, carrot, and ginger, for those perhaps delicate from the night before. Or for diners starting celebrations early, a bloody mary with Grey Goose vodka could be just the thing. Kids are very welcome here, so this is a great spot for a mid-morning family refuel.
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JamesVIP
Dined on Apr 29, 2025
Good service and lovely breakfast. Perfect for a business catch up meeting.
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay has a wide range of restaurants all across London. This St Paul’s venue is perfectly placed for those visiting the famous cathedral and other surrounding sights. They serve breakfast daily, with half the menu dedicated to cocktails and juices. There’s a detox with orange, carrot, and ginger, for those perhaps delicate from the night before. Or for diners starting celebrations early, a bloody mary with Grey Goose vodka could be just the thing. Kids are very welcome here, so this is a great spot for a mid-morning family refuel.
Top review
JamesVIP
Dined on Apr 29, 2025
Good service and lovely breakfast. Perfect for a business catch up meeting.
The Ivy Soho Brasserie
4.4 (11126)
£26 to £40
Contemporary British
Soho
Soho is always buzzing, and the Ivy prides itself on serving up British food from dawn until dusk. Classy and sophisticated, diners love the exceptional service here. The Ivy Garden Breakfast is a vegetarian favorite, incorporating halloumi and watercress with traditional English flavors. Have a classic ginger beer, or stay alert with a non-alcoholic vanilla sour. Saturday brunchers can enjoy some records spun by a resident DJ for that party feel to start the weekend.
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Sharon
Dined 2 days ago
I would like to thank the staff at The Ivy Brasserie Soho on their professionalism and overall excellent customer service. First Class. We had the most memorable evening and as it was my wife’s birthday we received a complimentary dessert. Thank you. We will be returning. X
Soho is always buzzing, and the Ivy prides itself on serving up British food from dawn until dusk. Classy and sophisticated, diners love the exceptional service here. The Ivy Garden Breakfast is a vegetarian favorite, incorporating halloumi and watercress with traditional English flavors. Have a classic ginger beer, or stay alert with a non-alcoholic vanilla sour. Saturday brunchers can enjoy some records spun by a resident DJ for that party feel to start the weekend.
Top review
Sharon
Dined 2 days ago
I would like to thank the staff at The Ivy Brasserie Soho on their professionalism and overall excellent customer service. First Class. We had the most memorable evening and as it was my wife’s birthday we received a complimentary dessert. Thank you. We will be returning. X

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