Ezra & Gil

Ezra & Gil rounds out the list as the reliable, low-fuss choice. It's an all-day cafe serving straightforward brunch, from eggs benedict and pancakes to fry-ups, plus bakes and coffee, opening early (from 7.30am on weekdays) and running a no-booking, walk-in model. It sits fifth because the cooking is simpler and less distinctive than the picks above, but it makes a strong case on value and flexibility: indicative spend is around £12 per person, it's dog-friendly and laptop-friendly, and its long hours suit anyone who wants brunch outside the tight weekend window. There are branches on Hilton Street in the Northern Quarter (its original 2014 site) and on Peter Street, so exact hours and layout vary by branch. The trade-off versus the specialists above is atmosphere and ambition at peak times: it gets busy and buzzy, and it's built for casual ease rather than a standout meal.