The Bankside Cafe.

£10 / British, Vegetarian options

Unit 4, Benson House, Hatfields, London

Opening hours

6AM-3PM

Sunday Closed
Monday 6AM-3PM
Tuesday 6AM-3PM
Wednesday 6AM-3PM
Thursday 6AM-3PM
Friday 6AM-3PM
Saturday 6AM-3PM

Best Value Breakfast in Central London!

Wandering through the pulsing heart of London, I stumbled upon a cafe that feels like a throwback to the classic British culinary experience. The minute you step inside, it's as if you've walked into a familiar living room—simple, unpretentious, yet wholeheartedly inviting. This establishment seems to know exactly what it is, unapologetically offering generous portions and fare that tastes as comforting as Sunday morning itself. Amongst locals from nearby work sites, cabbies, and the occasional tourist clutching their maps, the sense of camaraderie here is clear; this isn't just a stop for food—it's a slice of community.

In a sea of chic eateries with avant-garde interpretations of breakfast, this cafe stands firm as a bastion of traditional English breakfast cuisine. Each dish, from the splendidly runny eggs to the satisfying hash browns, arrives with steam curling seductively around its edges, begging you to dig in. Prices seem almost backward, offering meals well-below expected London standards. However, bring cash instead of cards—as modern conveniences have no sway here. A mere inconvenience next to the hearty delight's contents on each plate and the gracious staff ensuring you're both well-fed and well-received. If you crave good food spiced with genuine human warmth, then this, my dear readers, is your mecca. — Clarissa Cuisinier