The Restaurants Serving Up The Best Pancakes
London isn’t short of brunch spots serving up seriously great grub, but finding the best pancakes in London that are fluffy to the point of passing as pillows is no mean feat. Someone has to do it, so we’ve given ourselves the arduous task of sampling London’s best-rated in time for Shrove Tuesday – which happens to be today [Tuesday 17th February]. If you don’t fancy flipping your own at home, read on to reserve a table at one of our favourite pancake spots.
The best pancakes in London to try now
Cafe Ciel
Fluffy pancakes are already a favourite at Café Ciel. Served stacked and drizzled with chocolate hazelnut spread, topped with Piedmont hazelnuts and whipped cream, they lean fully into indulgence. The team has also teased new pancake flavours and specials launching next month, making this one to watch.
Where: The OWO, 7 Horse Guards Ave, London SW1A 2EU
Website: www.cafeciel.co.uk
Nestled in the grounds of Raffles Hotel, Café Ciel is the dreamiest place for a posh pancake. I would also recommend trying out a champagne cocktail, served from the restaurants island bar.
Amelia, Culture & Lifestyle Writer/Creator
Straits Kitchen at Pan Pacific London
Breakfast at Straits Kitchen inside Pan Pacific London is known for its international buffet — but for sweet-toothed guests, the highlight is the fluffy buttermilk pancakes served with berry compote, Chantilly cream and maple syrup. Available to hotel guests or bookable separately for a decadent morning start.
Where: 80 Houndsditch, London EC3A 7AB
Website: www.panpacific.com
Brasserie of Light
At Brasserie of Light, pancakes come lush. The Buttermilk Pancakes with Mixed Berries, Lemon Balm and Maple Syrup strike a perfect balance between light and indulgent, with fluffy stacks lifted by fresh berries and a fragrant hint of lemon balm. Served beneath Damien Hirst’s crystal Pegasus in one of Oxford Street’s most dazzling dining rooms, it’s a breakfast that feels as stylish as its surroundings.
Where: 400 Oxford St, Duke St, London W1A 1AB
Website: www.brasserie-of-light.co.uk
Boxcar Bread & Wine
For Shrove Tuesday 2026, Boxcar Bread & Wine is serving a striking rhubarb and custard pancake stack (£14). Custard and rhubarb purée are baked into the centre, revealing a molten filling when sliced, then topped with rhubarb-rippled Chantilly cream, roasted rhubarb and grated tonka bean. It’s available from Tuesday, 17 February onwards and is suitable for gluten-free guests!
Where: 30-31 Kendal St, St George’s Fields, London W2 2AW
Website: www.boxcar.co.uk
Twenty8 Nomad
For Pancake Day, Twenty8 NoMad is offering lemon poppy pancakes topped with blueberries and whipped ricotta, served during breakfast (7am–10:30am daily) and weekend brunch (Sat–Sun 12pm–2pm). A bright, NYC-inspired stack inside NoMad London’s palm-filled dining room.
Where: 28 Bow St, London WC2E 7AW
Website: www.hilton.com
Rakes Cafe Bar
At Rakes Café Bar, pancakes are done simply — and done properly. Fluffy homemade stacks arrive warm and golden, topped with crisp bacon and finished with a generous pour of maple syrup that seeps into every layer. There’s no overcomplication, just that perfect balance of sweet and savoury in a relaxed, stylish setting inside Andaz London Liverpool Street. Comforting, classic and ideal for a laid-back brunch that delivers exactly what you want.
Where: 40 Liverpool St, London EC2M 7QN
Website: www.hyattrestaurants.com
Sunday in Brooklyn
Sunday in Brooklyn is the place to go for authentic American-style pancakes. The popular Williamsburg brunch spot opened up in 2021 and quickly became a firm favourite amongst Londoners too thanks to their signature cocktails and thick pancakes.
We’ve never seen a stack of pancakes looking so puffed and perfected in London. Lathered in hazelnut maple praline and brown butter, you can opt for a single, double or even triple serving of them. We’d recommend sharing these as they don’t skimp on the portions here.
98 WESTBOURNE GROVE, W2 5RU
www.sundayinbk.co.uk
Langan’s
Langan’s pancakes are legendary. The Mayfair restaurant is renowned for serving up one of the best breakfasts in the city, but it’s their pancakes that really keep guests coming back for more.
These small but fluffy pancakes are served with whipped cream and maple syrup. Truly indulgent but worth every bite.
Stratton Street, Mayfair, W1J 8LB
www.langansbrasserie.com
Granger & Co.
Aussie group, Granger & Co. know a thing or two about breakfast. You’ll find them churning out some of the best pancakes in London, from green kimchi pancakes with a poached egg, shiso and mint salad to their freshly squeezed juices. No detail is missed.
But for sweet pancakes, you’ll find a bite of their ‘hotcakes’. Rich with creamy ricotta, their hotcakes are topped with banana and warm honeycomb butter. You won’t be able to resist adding these to your order anytime you go here.
I’ll never not go back to Granger & Co. — it’s reliable, consistent, and plain good.
Mallory, Junior Food & Drink Editor
various locatoins
www.grangerandco.com
Where The Pancakes Are
Can you really say you’ve tried the best pancakes in London if you haven’t brunched at Where The Pancakes Are?
They have a pancake for every occasion, whether you’re dairy-free, wheat-free or fancy the most extravagant of toppings – we’re looking at you, pulled beef pastrami. Go for their Banoffee marshmallow pancakes or, better yet, a savoury English breakfast stack. Plus, they’ve just launched a Rhubarb special for Shrove Tuesday with Kentish rhubarb, vanilla, and strawberry meringue with custard and marshmallow.
We can’t mention this restaurant joint without mentioning their Dutch pancakes either. Looking a little like a Yorkshire pud, you can go savoury with goat’s cheese and hot honey.
Battersea Power Station & Flat Iron Square
WWW.WHERETHEPANCAKESARE.COM
The Colony Grill, The Beaumont
Available every day for breakfast, Londoners can indulge in The Colony Grill’s thick and fluffy stacks of pancakes. Served in the popular, timeless New York-style grill, you can choose between your choice of toppings, from simple maple syrup and cured bacon to sour cherries and clotted cream.
Brown Hart Gardens, Mayfair, W1K 6TF
Kensington Crêperie
If you’re more of a crepe kind of person, we want to steer your attention towards Kensington Crêperie. Located on Exhibition Road, this humble cafe can be found serving up an array of sweet and savoury options.
Go savoury and have yours loaded with mushrooms, spinach, basil pesto, tomato and cheese in their Mediterranean special or go all out with their meatball, tomato sauce and cheese-loaded option. Or, simply keep things traditional with just sugar and lemon – you can’t beat it.
2-6 Exhibition Road, South Kensington, SW7 2HF
www.kensingtoncreperie.com
The Wolseley
Add a touch of luxury to your pancake experience and hop over to The Wolseley to try their special stack.
The elegant restaurant serves up breakfast every day and is piled high with all of your classics, from egg dishes to a traditional full English breakfast. Their pancakes aren’t to be missed either. Pair yours with either maple syrup, bacon or seasonal berries.
160 Piccadilly, St. James’s, W1J 9EB
www.thewolseley.com
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