In London for the weekend? Stayed out late and had a bit of a lie-in? There’s no need to wake up early to take advantage of these England brunch hot spots! From upscale brunch buffets with bottomless champagne to quiet neighborhood cafes serving classic English breakfast, this list has something for everyone. Vegan? Gluten-free? Dining with children? We even found the perfect spots for you!
The Foyer & Reading Room At Claridge’s
For formal, upscale brunch or tea, the Foyer and Reading Room at Claridge’s is spot on. They have an extensive selection of scones, cakes, and hot starters. They also come highly recommended for making special occasions even more special – just let them know when you make your reservation.
The Landmark London
If you find yourself looking for an excellent brunch on a Sunday morning, try the Sunday Champagne Brunch at The Landmark. They have a luxurious brunch buffet featuring classic brunch items along with more traditional dinner type fare such as roasted meats, seafood, and even sushi. Their friendly and attentive wait staff make sure your bottomless champagne glass is never empty making this one of the top England brunch hot spots.
Beyond Bread
If delicious gluten-free options are your top priority, Beyond Bread offers Celiac friendly foods in a 100% gluten-free environment. Their team of bakers has years of experience with gluten-free baking, allowing them to offer a full range of items previously only found in traditional bakeries including muffins, cinnamon buns, and sourdough bread. Brunch is available until 3 pm every day.
Flour to the People
For those who aren’t gluten-averse, there are England brunch hot spots for you as well. Flour to the People has all day breakfast featuring freshly baked bread. The eggs benedict served atop their house-made sourdough muffins are a favorite of travelers and locals alike (although they have an extensive menu if eggs benny isn’t for you). Each table has their own toaster allowing you the novelty of toasting your own bread so your toast is always super hot and fresh when you are ready to eat it.
E Pellicci
If you are unbothered by crowds and noise in your pursuit of excellent brunch food, E Pellicci is for you. Reviewers report that despite needing to queue up in lines long enough that they reach the sidewalk on weekends, that E Pellicci has the best authentic English breakfast you can get. The staff gets high marks for friendly and cheerful service, and they treat everyone like local friends who’ve been dining there for years.
R & H Cafe Gallery
Feeling adventurous? England brunch hot spots offer up some variety as well. You can try a non-traditional brunch featuring Persian food at R & H Cafe. This small cafe doesn’t advertise and depends solely on word of mouth for advertising. The ambiance feels like a Mediterranean getaway and the Persian style food will give you a brunch experience you won’t soon forget.
Grounded
If you have guests in your party with a variety of special dietary needs but still want a delicious brunch, head to Grounded. They specialize in classic English breakfast but have halal, vegan, and gluten-free options so everyone will be taken care of. They also offer pint-sized portions for the tiniest members of your party.
So, will you be trying any of these England brunch hot spots? Be sure to add these to your list when planning your next vacation. You might also like these restaurants that are rethinking the classic brunch.
