The 10 Best Brunch Spots in London (2026)

Updated November 2026 · 10 picks

The best brunch in London in 2026 is at The Wolseley for a grand Piccadilly breakfast, Granger & Co and Sunday in Brooklyn in Notting Hill for pancakes, Farm Girl for a healthy-leaning cafe, Caravan King's Cross for house-roasted coffee, and Duck & Waffle for skyline views.

London brunch splits into grand rooms such as The Wolseley and The Delaunay, Australian-influenced all-day cafes in Notting Hill and Fitzrovia, and a few spots with a view or a show. Weekends are busy: several of the places below take walk-ins only, so go early or expect a queue; others take reservations well ahead. Weekday brunch is quieter. For a longer, more formal meal, see our best Sunday roasts or afternoon teas.

1. The Wolseley — Piccadilly, Soho & the West End

London's grand all-day cafe-restaurant on Piccadilly, serving breakfast and brunch every day.

$$$ Upmarket

The Wolseley is a grand European cafe-restaurant on Piccadilly, in a former 1920s car showroom, with high ceilings and black-lacquer decor. It serves breakfast every day and is one of the capital's best-loved places to start the day.

The menu runs from eggs and pastries to Viennese classics, and the people-watching is half the pleasure. It suits business breakfasts, special-occasion brunches and visitors who want a very London experience.

Good to know: Book online in advance for weekend slots; weekday mornings are easier to get.

160 Piccadilly, London W1J 9EB

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2. Granger & Co Notting Hill — Notting Hill

The Australian all-day cafe that brought ricotta hotcakes and a sunny menu to Notting Hill.

$$ Mid-range

Granger & Co is the Australian-style all-day cafe founded by chef Bill Granger, and its Notting Hill branch on Westbourne Grove is the one most visitors know. The airy room is a pleasant place to settle in with a flat white and a long brunch.

The menu is built around fresh seasonal dishes, with its ricotta hotcakes the dish most people associate with the brand. The restaurant says to simply turn up and a table will be found.

Good to know: The restaurant welcomes walk-ins; go early at weekends to cut the wait.

175 Westbourne Grove, Notting Hill, London W11 2SB

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3. Sunday in Brooklyn — Notting Hill

A New York brunch spot on Westbourne Grove, famous for its pancakes and walk-in weekends.

$$ Mid-range

Sunday in Brooklyn brought a Williamsburg brunch institution to London when it opened its Notting Hill restaurant in 2021, its first outside the US. The menu offers inventive takes on American staples and a full brunch menu, with pancakes the headline dish.

It is lively and often busy at weekends, which makes it a good choice for groups and anyone who wants a proper American-style brunch. Weekend walk-ins are welcome.

Good to know: Weekend hours start at 8.30am; arrive early for a shorter wait, or reserve via the website for parties of 8 or more.

98 Westbourne Grove, London W2 5RU

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4. Farm Girl — Notting Hill

A bright, health-leaning Australian-style cafe by Portobello Road, known for its rose latte.

$$ Mid-range

Farm Girl is an Australian-inspired cafe by Portobello Road, in a church hall on a Notting Hill side street, with a menu of healthy-leaning brunch dishes, smoothies and its much-photographed rose latte.

It does not take bookings, so it works best for a relaxed weekday brunch or an early weekend visit before the market crowds arrive. Pair it with a walk along Portobello Road.

Good to know: No bookings; go early on market days (Saturday) to avoid a queue.

59A Portobello Road, Notting Hill, London W11 3DB

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5. Caravan King's Cross — King's Cross

A big, industrial all-day restaurant at Granary Square with house-roasted coffee and a weekend brunch crowd.

$$ Mid-range

Caravan is a restaurant and coffee roaster, and its King's Cross branch sits in the Grade II-listed Grainstore on Granary Square, beside the canal. It serves casual all-day dining with coffee roasted in-house.

The menu is globally influenced and made for sharing, which suits groups. A canal-side table on a sunny weekend is a pleasant way to spend a morning, and the area has plenty to walk off brunch afterwards.

Good to know: Weekend tables go quickly; book ahead or arrive at opening.

1 Granary Square, King's Cross, London N1C 4AA

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6. The Delaunay — Aldwych, Soho & the West End

A Viennese-style cafe-restaurant at Aldwych, open for breakfast and weekend brunch.

$$$ Upmarket

The Delaunay is a Viennese-style cafe-restaurant at Aldwych, from the team behind The Wolseley, with leather banquettes, polished wood and white-aproned waiters. It serves breakfast and brunch with a European accent.

It is more relaxed than a formal restaurant but still has a sense of occasion. It suits a pre-theatre brunch, a Covent Garden or Strand-side catch-up, or a quieter alternative to The Wolseley.

Good to know: Book ahead for weekends; check the website for current brunch and breakfast hours.

55 Aldwych, London WC2B 4BB

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7. Duck & Waffle — Bishopsgate, The City

Brunch on the 40th floor of Heron Tower with sweeping City views, open round the clock.

$$$ Upmarket

Duck & Waffle sits on the 40th floor of Heron Tower at Bishopsgate and advertises itself as open 24 hours, which is rare in London. The views of the City skyline are the draw, and its signature dish, a waffle topped with confit duck, a fried egg and mustard maple syrup, is the dish most people order.

It is a good choice for a brunch with a view and for visitors who want a spectacular setting. Book a window table when you reserve, and allow time for the lift and security.

Good to know: Reserve online and request a window table; a clear day makes the trip worthwhile.

Heron Tower, 110 Bishopsgate, London EC2N 4AY

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8. Bistrotheque — Bethnal Green, Shoreditch & East London

An East End institution with a weekend brunch menu and a reputation for a lively atmosphere.

$$$ Upmarket

Bistrotheque has been an East End restaurant since 2004, on Wadeson Street in Bethnal Green. It serves a brunch menu alongside its dinner and drinks menus.

It has been known for a cabaret-style weekend brunch, so check the website for current formats and times before booking. A lively choice for groups and celebrations.

Good to know: Check the website for the current brunch menu and any weekend cabaret brunch dates.

23-27 Wadeson Street, London E2 9DR

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9. Lantana Fitzrovia — Fitzrovia, Soho & the West End

An Australian-style all-day cafe on Charlotte Place in Fitzrovia, with brunch and good coffee.

$$ Mid-range

Lantana is an Australian-style all-day cafe on Charlotte Place in Fitzrovia, with a sister site on Southwark Street. It serves breakfast and brunch with good coffee and an informal, neighbourhood feel.

It works for a weekday catch-up near Tottenham Court Road or a relaxed weekend brunch. Go early at weekends, when it fills quickly.

Good to know: Arrive early at weekends; check the website for booking and hours.

13 Charlotte Place, Fitzrovia, London W1T 1SN

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10. Berners Tavern — Fitzrovia, Soho & the West End

A showpiece dining room in the London EDITION hotel, with a weekend brunch from Jason Atherton's group.

$$$ Upmarket

Berners Tavern is the grand dining room at the London EDITION hotel on Berners Street, from chef Jason Atherton's group, with a gilded gallery of paintings from floor to ceiling. It offers a weekend brunch and is known for its theatrical setting.

Reports mention a Bloody Mary trolley on Saturdays, so check the current format when you book. Best for celebrations and anyone who wants a dramatic room.

Good to know: Check current brunch days and menu when you book.

10 Berners Street, London W1T 3NP

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best brunch in London?

The Wolseley on Piccadilly is the classic, a grand Viennese-style cafe-restaurant open from early morning. For pancakes and Australian-style brunch, Granger & Co and Sunday in Brooklyn in Notting Hill are the best known. Caravan King's Cross is a good choice if you care about coffee.

Do you need to book brunch in London?

It varies. Farm Girl does not take bookings and Granger & Co invites walk-ins, while The Wolseley, The Delaunay, Duck & Waffle and Berners Tavern take reservations. At popular places, arriving early on a Saturday or Sunday is the best strategy.

Where can I get brunch with a view in London?

Duck & Waffle on the 40th floor of Heron Tower looks across the City skyline and is open round the clock. See our best rooftop bars for more high-up drinks.

What time is brunch served in London?

Most places serve brunch from around 9am to mid-afternoon at weekends; some serve it all day, and weekday hours are often shorter. Check each restaurant's own hours before you go.

Where can I find Indian-style breakfast in London?

Dishoom is the best known; see our best restaurants in London guide for its Covent Garden branch and its famous breakfast menu.

1. The Wolseley — Piccadilly, Soho & the West End

2. Granger & Co Notting Hill — Notting Hill

3. Sunday in Brooklyn — Notting Hill

4. Farm Girl — Notting Hill

5. Caravan King's Cross — King's Cross

6. The Delaunay — Aldwych, Soho & the West End

7. Duck & Waffle — Bishopsgate, The City

8. Bistrotheque — Bethnal Green, Shoreditch & East London

9. Lantana Fitzrovia — Fitzrovia, Soho & the West End

10. Berners Tavern — Fitzrovia, Soho & the West End

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