Ranking The Best Full English Breakfasts in London
There’s nothing quite like a proper Full English breakfast. It’s hearty, comforting, and done best in London. We’ve eaten our way across the city to find the standouts, and while there were plenty of contenders, a few restaurants rose clearly to the top. Here are our definitive rankings.
🥇 The Other House
Description:
The Other House delivers a breakfast experience we could happily repeat every single day. The space is stylish and maximalist without trying too hard, giving off that cool, relaxed-luxury vibe that London clubs do so well.
Why It’s #1:
Their traditional English breakfast is exactly what you want it to be, with perfectly cooked eggs, savory sausages, crispy bacon, flavorful beans, and all the classics executed flawlessly. It’s cozy, satisfying, and not a single element misses the mark. No notes. Truly.
🥈 Riding House
Description:
Riding House is a lively, modern brasserie with a warm atmosphere and a menu that leans comfort-forward. We went in with no expectations and left genuinely impressed.
Why It’s #2:
The full English was fantastic. We found it to be flavorful, well-balanced, and clearly made with high-quality ingredients. The only ding was slow service, which kept it from taking the top spot. Still, once the food arrived, it absolutely delivered.
🥉 Bondi Green
Description:
Bondi Green is light-filled, trendy, and skews more Australian-modern than classic British. Their take on the English breakfast includes some playful twists like charcoal sourdough and fresh avocado.
Why It’s #3:
While not fully traditional, it’s a fun option when you want something inspired by a full English rather than a textbook version. The presentation is lovely, the flavors are balanced, and the vibe is great for a relaxed weekend morning.
Honorable Mentions
These spots didn’t crack the top three but are still worth mentioning due to their popularity.
The Ivy: Reliable, but feels a bit mass-produced. The Ivy always offers a solid experience, and their English breakfast is no exception. But with so many locations and such a standardized menu, it loses some of the charm and individuality that the top contenders have.
Beam: Cute café, but not really a traditional Full English. Beam is adorable and the food is fresh, but their version deviates from the classic formula and not in ways that feel additive. The hash browns, for example, didn’t quite justify the twist. Great brunch spot, but not our pick for a true English breakfast.
Elixis: Okay, But Not Special Enough. Despite the bold claim of having “The Best Full English in London” on the sign in the window, the meal didn’t stand out. It was fine, but in a city with truly exceptional options, “fine” isn’t enough to make the list.
Final Thoughts
If you want the best English breakfast in the city, head straight to The Other House. Riding House and Bondi Green round out a top three that offers everything from traditional to modern twists, depending on your mood.
But be adventurous! One thing is clear from our research… London does breakfast exceptionally well!
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