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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 (18705)
£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
Mark
Dined today
Breakfast was amazing, thoroughly enjoyable, would definitely recommend !
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
Mark
Dined today
Breakfast was amazing, thoroughly enjoyable, would definitely recommend !
Dean Street Townhouse
4.6 (4719)
£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.
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Fiona
Dined on Mar 18, 2025
Great ambience and fantastic food. Attentive and friendly staff. Will visit again soon.
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
Fiona
Dined on Mar 18, 2025
Great ambience and fantastic food. Attentive and friendly staff. Will visit again soon.
The Ivy Tower Bridge
4.3 (13953)
£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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Carla
Dined 4 days ago
The Ivy Tower bridge offers an excellent dining experience with a beautiful and welcoming ambiance. The food was absolutely amazing, crafted with great care and bursting with flavor. A special shoutout to the Ithor, who was incredibly attentive and made us feel truly valued. Highly recommend for a memorable meal!
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
Carla
Dined 4 days ago
The Ivy Tower bridge offers an excellent dining experience with a beautiful and welcoming ambiance. The food was absolutely amazing, crafted with great care and bursting with flavor. A special shoutout to the Ithor, who was incredibly attentive and made us feel truly valued. Highly recommend for a memorable meal!
Riding House Fitzrovia
4.4 (4888)
£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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Fiona
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent Old Fashioned and a good place to hang out.
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
Fiona
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent Old Fashioned and a good place to hang out.
The Ivy Chelsea Garden
4.4 (14191)
£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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Efe
Dined 6 days ago
Very good brunch experience at The Ivy Chelsea Garden. Highly recommended in nice weather
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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Efe
Dined 6 days ago
Very good brunch experience at The Ivy Chelsea Garden. Highly recommended in nice weather
Franco's
4.6 (1155)
£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 (4482)
£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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OpenTable Diner
Dined 7 days ago
One of the most beautiful dining venues in London, superb service (James made our evening), delicious food (highly recommend the chateaubriand with beef blade mash), and fantastic wine menu.
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
OpenTable Diner
Dined 7 days ago
One of the most beautiful dining venues in London, superb service (James made our evening), delicious food (highly recommend the chateaubriand with beef blade mash), and fantastic wine menu.
Balthazar London
4.3 (5444)
£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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Jojo
Dined 1 day ago
Buzzing atmosphere, efficient service, good food and all within clean and classic French decor - could have been in a painting by Manet. Prix Fixe was excellent value and we'll prepared - had a whole mackerel without a bone in it
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
Jojo
Dined 1 day ago
Buzzing atmosphere, efficient service, good food and all within clean and classic French decor - could have been in a painting by Manet. Prix Fixe was excellent value and we'll prepared - had a whole mackerel without a bone in it
Coq d’Argent Restaurant
4.5 (5309)
£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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Matt
Dined 1 day ago
Fantastic staff, food, drink, service and dining room. Excellent Sommelier. A real treat.
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
Matt
Dined 1 day ago
Fantastic staff, food, drink, service and dining room. Excellent Sommelier. A real treat.
The Ivy City Garden
4.3 (7862)
£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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Dave
Dined 2 days ago
Good food and an enjoyable breakfast was had by myself and my guests.
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
Dave
Dined 2 days ago
Good food and an enjoyable breakfast was had by myself and my guests.
Sartoria
4.4 (2123)
£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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John
Dined on Mar 19, 2025
After watching Stanley Tucci’s” Searching for Italy” on BBC, and loving Italian cuisine, I had to try out Sartoria when my wife booked a day out in London for my birthday. Well the food and the service were absolutely amazing. If you love Italian cuisine you must try Sartoria , you won’t be disappointed 😊👌
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
John
Dined on Mar 19, 2025
After watching Stanley Tucci’s” Searching for Italy” on BBC, and loving Italian cuisine, I had to try out Sartoria when my wife booked a day out in London for my birthday. Well the food and the service were absolutely amazing. If you love Italian cuisine you must try Sartoria , you won’t be disappointed 😊👌
Bread Street Kitchen & Bar — St Paul's
4.1 (4182)
£25 and under
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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Christopher
Dined 1 day ago
I dined with a colleague last night. Overall a fantastic dinner, with attentive, friendly and courteous waiting staff!
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
Christopher
Dined 1 day ago
I dined with a colleague last night. Overall a fantastic dinner, with attentive, friendly and courteous waiting staff!
The Ivy Soho Brasserie
4.4 (11104)
£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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Wendy
Dined 2 days ago
Very nice decor and the food is delicious. Also the service is discreet whilst attentive. The prices are on the steep side, especially the drinks, though given everything tastes good that can be forgiven. The only slight negative is that the music levels are a bit loud for diners trying to have a conversation, which you would hope is the case for everyone. So why the urge to give the place a bar vibe? The only area safe from the din is outside. Might consider that if there's a next time.
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
Wendy
Dined 2 days ago
Very nice decor and the food is delicious. Also the service is discreet whilst attentive. The prices are on the steep side, especially the drinks, though given everything tastes good that can be forgiven. The only slight negative is that the music levels are a bit loud for diners trying to have a conversation, which you would hope is the case for everyone. So why the urge to give the place a bar vibe? The only area safe from the din is outside. Might consider that if there's a next time.
The Garrison
4.6 (2459)
£26 to £40
Contemporary British
Bermondsey
The interior is a mix of shabby chic and eclectic vintage at this Bermondsey gastropub. Breakfast is available every day, and locals often find that around 9:30 a.m. is a great time to enjoy some peace and quiet with a full English. Ingredients are second to none, including flavorsome Cumberland sausage and fresh sourdough toast. There are some unusual additions to the menu, including corn cakes with chorizo jam and banana bread with honeycomb butter. A neighborhood treasure loved by locals.
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NeilVIP
Dined on Feb 26, 2025
Welcoming visit. Excellent food and fantastic service. All round a very enjoyable lunch. Thank you, Garrison Team.
The interior is a mix of shabby chic and eclectic vintage at this Bermondsey gastropub. Breakfast is available every day, and locals often find that around 9:30 a.m. is a great time to enjoy some peace and quiet with a full English. Ingredients are second to none, including flavorsome Cumberland sausage and fresh sourdough toast. There are some unusual additions to the menu, including corn cakes with chorizo jam and banana bread with honeycomb butter. A neighborhood treasure loved by locals.
Top review
NeilVIP
Dined on Feb 26, 2025
Welcoming visit. Excellent food and fantastic service. All round a very enjoyable lunch. Thank you, Garrison Team.

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