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The Best Brunch Spots in London for 2026
London does brunch better than almost any city, from all-day Bombay breakfasts to Australian hotcakes and 40th-floor eggs with a view. To find the best brunch in London we researched brunch across the capital, separating the genuinely great from the merely Instagrammable. Below are five spots we recommend, ranked on food, value, atmosphere and how reliably they deliver on a busy weekend, with indicative prices and honest notes on queues, booking and who each one really suits.
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- Published
- 31 August 2026
- Updated
- 31 August 2026
- Last verified
- 31 August 2026
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The top 5 Brunch Spots in London for 2026
- Rank 1DishoomWATTB Pick— Best overallWATTB96/100~£15-20 pp (indicative)
- Rank 2The Wolseley— Best for a grand classic breakfastWATTB92/100~£25-35 pp (indicative)
- Rank 3Granger & Co— Best for Australian-style brunchWATTB88/100~£20-30 pp (indicative)
- Rank 4Duck & Waffle— Best for skyline viewsWATTB86/100~£30-45 pp (indicative)
- Rank 5The Breakfast Club— Best value all-day brunchWATTB80/100~£12-18 pp (indicative)
The WATTB Score is our own research-based editorial assessment out of 100 — not a customer-review average.
The picks in depth
Dishoom
Why it won
One of London's most consistently praised brunches, and strong value for the quality.
Outstanding food quality for the price
The bacon (or vegetarian) naan roll is a genuine London classic
Beautiful, atmospheric interiors across all branches
Trade-off: Expect weekend queues; brunch bookings are limited at most sites
The Wolseley
Why we recommend it
A grand-café breakfast with real sense of occasion, best kept for a special weekend treat.
Stunning, genuinely grand dining room
Impeccable classic breakfast dishes and service
A real occasion without needing dinner prices
Trade-off: Pricier than most on this list
Granger & Co
Why we recommend it
Bright, healthy-leaning Aussie brunch with the hotcakes that helped define the genre.
Iconic ricotta hotcakes and silky scrambled eggs
Fresh, produce-led menu with lighter options
Several well-located, airy branches
Trade-off: Prices have risen in recent years
Duck & Waffle
Why we recommend it
Brunch with one of the best skyline views in the City, if you can secure a window table.
Spectacular 40th-floor panoramas of London
Distinctive signature duck and waffle dish
Open around the clock, so brunch on your schedule
Trade-off: Expensive for the food quality alone
The Breakfast Club
Why we recommend it
Cheerful, generous American-style brunch that rarely disappoints on value.
Great value and generous portions
Fun, laid-back atmosphere good for groups
Bottomless brunch available at several branches
Trade-off: Long weekend queues at popular sites
How we ranked this list
We assessed each venue on food quality and consistency, value for money, atmosphere, service and weekend availability, drawing on published menus, expert reviews and aggregated diner feedback across their London branches. Locations and details were checked against each restaurant's official site at the time of writing; all prices are indicative, exclude drinks and service, and vary by branch and dish.
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We rank on merit. Commercial links never change which picks make a guide or where they rank.
In-depth research
Official information, specifications and aggregated expert and user reviews — compared, not guessed.
Clear pros & cons
Every pick gets its real advantages and at least one honest trade-off, so you can weigh it.
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We show how we rank and the sources behind each guide, and re-check them as things change.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best brunch in London?
For a combination of quality, atmosphere and value, we rank Dishoom as the best brunch in London. Its bacon (or vegetarian) naan roll and Big Bombay breakfast are consistently excellent across every branch and priced far more reasonably than the surroundings suggest. If you want a grander, more classic breakfast, The Wolseley on Piccadilly is our top alternative.
Where can I get brunch in London with a view?
Duck & Waffle on the 40th floor of Heron Tower near Liverpool Street offers one of the best skyline brunches in the City, and it is open 24 hours. Book ahead and request a window table for the full panorama. It is pricier than most, so it suits a special occasion rather than a casual weekend catch-up.
Do I need to book brunch in London, or can I just walk in?
It depends on the venue. Sit-down restaurants like The Wolseley, Granger & Co and Duck & Waffle take bookings and we strongly recommend reserving for weekends. Dishoom and The Breakfast Club rely more on walk-ins for brunch, so expect queues at peak times; arrive near opening or go midweek to avoid the longest waits.
How much does brunch cost in London?
As an indicative guide, a casual brunch at somewhere like The Breakfast Club or Dishoom runs around £12-20 per person, mid-range spots such as Granger & Co sit closer to £20-30, and view-led or grand-café dining at Duck & Waffle or The Wolseley can reach £30-45 per person or more with drinks. Prices vary by dish, branch and whether you add cocktails or bottomless options, and typically exclude service.
Where is the best vegetarian or vegan brunch in London?
All five picks cater well to vegetarians. Dishoom's vegetarian breakfast, akuri and vegan options are a standout (though note the kitchen is not halal and serves pork elsewhere on the menu), while Granger & Co's produce-led Australian menu has clearly marked vegan and gluten-free dishes. The Breakfast Club also offers vegan plates. For a fully plant-based line-up, see our dedicated guide to the best vegan brunch in London.
What time is brunch served in London, and how does bottomless brunch work?
All-day spots like Dishoom, Granger & Co and The Breakfast Club serve brunch dishes well into the afternoon, and Duck & Waffle runs 24 hours, while The Wolseley leans to a traditional morning breakfast service. Bottomless brunch, popular at The Breakfast Club and many other London venues, usually pairs a set food menu with unlimited prosecco or cocktails over a fixed 90 to 120-minute window; see our best bottomless brunch guide for current deals.
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