With the weather warming up, it’s officially the best time of the year to make brunch your favourite activity in London. Whether it’s a summer date on your mind or a Sunday with friends, London is full of lovely outdoor brunch spots to visit to make the most of the season.
From boozy brunches with the gang to pancakes best enjoyed with a riverside view, these are the best outdoor brunches to head to this summer.
Outdoor Brunch Spots We Love In London
The Table
With its leafy terraces in Southwark and Battersea, The Table is a great option for an outdoor all-day brunch with plenty of healthy or indulgent options. With a menu that champions local suppliers, you can find some exciting options for brunch that’s far from the ordinary. Favourites include the breakfast stack (ham hock and chorizo beans on a bagel with poached eggs) and a variety of pancakes with toppings like pumpkin, bacon and banana and poached pear. If you love a good savoury brunch, go for the breakfast bruschetta which has smashed avocado on sourdough toast, topped with poached eggs and homemade Bloody Mary tomato compote.
Where: Southwark and Battersea
Website: thetablecafe.com
El Pirata
El Pirata in Mayfair hosts a tapas brunch every Saturday which includes a selection of authentic Spanish dishes including croquetas de pollo, Iberian mini burgers and their signature huevos rotos especiales, which consists of broken fried eggs, potatoes, chorizo, prawns and chilli peppers. One of London’s most adored tapas bars, the restaurant happens to be celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, so pop on over and enjoy a midday meal over the sound of Spanish guitars and easy conversation.
One of London’s most adored tapas bars, the restaurant happens to be celebrating its 30th anniversary this year.
Where: Mayfair
Website: elpirata.co.uk
Bluebird
Brunch at Bluebird is the perfect pre-Saturday shopping fuel or a chance to escape for a mid-day, relaxing meal. Their terraces are transformed with florals and a large screen out on the terrace throughout the season. For the spring bank holidays, the brunch specials include french toast with streaky bacon and wild mixed berries, lobster omelette and truffle and burrata ravioli.
Brunch at Bluebird is the perfect pre-Saturday shopping fuel.
WHERE: 350 King’s Rd, London SW3 5UU
WEBSITE: www.bluebird-restaurant.co.uk
Sea Containers
Available Saturday and Sunday, from 12pm to 3.30pm, head to Sea Containers Restaurant for a feast to remember. Choose from their range of classic and unique dishes, such as crab on sourdough with avocado, jalapeños and coriander, or short rib hash with miso glaze, fried egg and parsley.
20 Upper Ground, London SE1 9PD
seacontainerslondon.com
No 197 Chiswick Fire Station
For those partial to minimalist interiors, head to No 197 Chiswick Fire Station for interior inspo and delicious brunching options. Their muted white and wooden colour palette seeps into their walled garden, hidden at the back of the restaurant and in the summer it becomes flooded with sunlight and provides the perfect backdrop to any brunch occasion.
Their bottomless brunch provides diners with free flowing drinks, a sunny waterfront location and a DJ to soundtrack your afternoon.
where: 197-199 Chiswick High Road, ChiswicK
WEBSITE: www.no197chiswickfirestation.co.uk
The Happenstance by Drake & Morgan
The charming Parisian-themed terrace at The Happenstance by Drake & Morgan, created in partnership with iconic French aperitif, Lillet, is perched in the heart of St Paul’s. The all-weather La Vie En Rosé terrace is dressed in rich crimson florals, twinkling lights and a Lillet branded bicycle, making it perfect for photo ops while you’re waiting for your food to arrive.
Enjoy small eats like prawn cocktail, chorizo scotch eggs and spiced cauliflower bites and large plates like shepherd’s pie or a gorgeous Malaysian curry.
WHERE: 10 Paternoster Square, EC4M 7DX
WEBSITE: www.drakeandmorgan.co.uk
Jurema at The Mandrake
An urban oasis, Jurema is our favourite spot for party vibes come Sunday. From 12pm to 4pm, expect a live DJ set, ethnobotanical cocktails and a menu curated by executive chef George Scott-Toft. You can even participate in a mini Oracle Card Reading if you’re feeling adventurous downstairs in the Yopo restaurant.
An urban oasis, Jurema is our favourite spot for party vibes come Sunday.
WHERE: 20-21 Newman Street, W1T 1PG
WEBSITE: www.themandrake.com
Cellar at Kindred
Located on the ground floor of the private members club turned community space, Cellar at Kindred (which can be found just a minute from Hammersmith tube station), serves up some great brunch dishes in West London until 3pm. And you don’t have to wait for the weekend for this one – there’s brunch served every day.
Think full English breakfasts; sausage, egg and cheese breakfast muffins; confit duck and leek hash with fried duck egg; and pancake stacks with blueberry and maple butter.
where: Bradmore House, Queen Caroline Street, Hammersmith, W6 9BW
website: www.wearekindred.com
Caravan
The perfect King’s Cross location, Caravan is known for its signature breakfasts, all-day brunches and cocktails.
Make the weekend extra special by booking a table for one of their alfresco brunches, where you can indulge in seriously tasty dishes. Think vanilla pancakes with cream cheese, poached strawberries, ginger and lime; fried jalapeño cornbread with avocado, curd cheese, fried egg, mojo verde, chilli and soy pumpkin seeds; and grilled bacon chop with kimchi pancake, fried egg and gochujang ketchup.
WHERE: 1 Granary Square, King’s Cross, N1C 4AA
WEBSITE: www.caravanrestaurants.co.uk
The Little Orange Door
A flatshare turned restaurant, The Little Orange Door is home to delicious brunch options with a dose of silly games, prosecco and house punch.
Go for bottomless bubbles or rum punch and pile on the pancakes, poached eggs and avocado toast as you kick back, relax and feel at home.
Go for bottomless bubbles or rum punch and pile on the pancakes.
WHERE: Clapham Common South Side, SW4 7AB
WEBSITE: www.thelittleorangedoor.co.uk
Coppa Club
From riverside views to moreish brunch options, Coppa Club ticks all of the right boxes. We love the Tower Bridge venue thanks to its stunning views overlooking the Thames and its legendary landmarks, but also because of its breakfast bites.
Book into one of their iconic igloos, order a round of coffees and tuck into artisan pastries, buckwheat and rye pancakes and crushed avo and eggs.
If you aren’t London-located, Coppa Club also has venues across the country, from Brighton to Sonning, all with outdoor dining options to soak up those sunny rays.
WHERE: ACROSS LONDON
WEBSITE: www.coppaclub.co.uk
London Shuffle Club
Fancy pairing your weekend brunch with some fun activities? Book in for London Shuffle Club for a bite to eat and some friendly competition at their new location.
Once you’ve won a round of shuffleboard, sit down and enjoy the boozy bottomless brunch. Available every Saturday and Sunday, it’s packed with two-hours of bottomless prosecco or beer and handmade sourdough pizzas.
WHERE: BETHNAL GREEN ROAD, SHOREDITCH
WEBSITE WWW.LONDONSHUFFLE.COM
One Hundred Shoreditch
Renowned for its pink decor, sleek marble and terrazzo accents and cacti, the Rooftop at One Hundred Shoreditch is every brunch lover’s dream backdrop.
Amp up your brunch and go bottomless with prosecco, watermelon spritz, Bloody Marys or even Laurent-Perrier champagne.
WHERE: One Hundred Shoreditch Hotel,100 Shoreditch High Street, E1 6JQ
WEBSITE: www.onehundredshoreditch.com
Brunswick East
This East London restaurant serves Australian-inspired all-day brunch and speciality coffee seven days a week. Their relaxing outdoor seating and fresh baked goods will have you basking in the sun for hours.
Their menu items are grown, harvested, and prepared on-site from their rooftop Sky Farm. Enjoy favourites like the chilli poached eggs or rhubarb panna cotta.
WHERE: Unit 3d Stamford Works, Gillet street, Dalston n16 8jH
WEBSITE: www.brunswickeast.london.com
Glasshouse at NYX Hotel
For a laid-back but luxurious brunch, head to the lovely rooftop Glasshouse at NYX Hotel in Holborn. With brunch every Saturday, it’s a great weekend destination for some scrumptious food and drink at this 10th floor terrace with a retractable roof, making brunch possible in all weather. The menu features waffles, beef tacos, smoked salmon, French brioche toast with options of bottomless prosecco, Bloody Mary, Pornstar Martinis or NYX iced tea for 90 minutes.
With brunch every Saturday, it’s a great weekend destination for some scrumptious food and drink.
where: holborn
Website: www.nyx-hotels.co.uk
Hyde Park Garden
This exquisite seasonal garden is open over the summer, offering guests the chance to dine in this quintessentially British garden, nestled in the Royal Park itself. From Hereford steak tartare and a special sandwich of the month selection, alongside returning favourites such as Hyde Park Porthilly oysters and the much-acclaimed triple-cooked chips along with an array of cakes, ice-creams and summer cocktails, this is a real afternoon treat best enjoyed with a dose of sunshine.
Where: mandarin oriental hyde park london
Website: www.mandarinoriental.com
The Rooftop at The Trafalgar St. James
For rooftop vibes, look to The Rooftop at The Trafalgar St. James. Pair your lazy weekend morning with a backdrop overlooking Trafalgar Square, classic brunch favourites and sunny chats with your friends.
Pair your lazy weekend morning with a backdrop overlooking Trafalgar Square, classic brunch favourites and sunny chats with your friends.
WHERE: 2 Spring Gardens, SW1A 2TS
WEBSITE: www.trafalgarstjames.com
Kudu
Alongside their South African-inspired dinner menu, Kudu offers an impressive brunch menu. Head to their lush outdoor dining space for a delicious and innovative meal.
Their seasonal menu includes a sourdough waffle with fried chicken, fried egg, kimchi, and maple and a Kudu breakfast bun with boerewors patty, chipotle, and fried egg.
WHERE: 119 Queen’s Road, Peckham, SE15 2EZ
WEBSITE: www.kuducollective.com
The Botanist
The Botanist is where to head if you’re up for a lively atmosphere and dreamy bottomless brunch. Enjoy sharing snacks, a brunch main, and 90 minutes of free-flowing drinks.
Their bottomless drinks include the peach and honey (Grey Goose Peace and rosemary vodka, honey, lemon
juice, ginger ale), Grey Goose Bloody Mary, peach and rosemary and tonic, prosecco, bellini, and wine selections.
WHERE: Broadgate circle London Ec2m 2qs
WEBSITE: www.thebotanistbroadgate.com
Dalloway Terrace
If it’s brunch with a side of Instagrammable interiors you’re after, look to Dalloway Terrace. The Bloomsbury hideout is renowned for its seasonal floral makeovers.
Head down this summer for fresh starters and heartier mains of buttermilk pancakes topped with crispy bacon, blueberries and maple syrup.
WHERE: Great Russell Street, Bloomsbury, WC1B 3NN
WEBSITE: www.dallowayterrace.com
Sloane Place Restaurant
Home to breezy outdoor tables positioned with people watching in mind, Sloane Place Restaurant is perfect for a lazy weekend brunch. They offer an exciting menu of fresh dishes, from brunch classics like omelettes and eggs benedict to club sandwiches and heartier mains.
There are plenty of vegetarian options and a boozy brunch option with unlimited Prosecco, Bellini and more.
WHERE: Lower Sloane Street, Chelsea, SW1W 8BP
WEBSITE: www.sloaneplace.com
Madison Restaurant
Boasting views over some of London’s most iconic buildings including the giant rotunda of St Paul’s Cathedral, Madison Restaurant should be on your go-to list immediately, if you haven’t already ticked it off.
It’s the ultimate spot for brunch thanks to their New York brunch-inspired menu.
It’s the ultimate spot for brunch thanks to their New York brunch-inspired menu. Choose two or three courses of Iberico ham croquetas with saffron aioli; vegan ‘nduja meatballs with linguine and vegan mozzarella; and lemongrass cheesecake with strawberries, granola and Thai basil.
WHERE: ONE NEW CHANGE, ST PAUL’S EC4M 9AF
WEBSITE: WWW.MADISONLONDON.NET
NAC
Known for its Instagrammable interiors and modern French cuisine, Mayfair’s NAC also boasts a beautiful outdoor terrace that’s just perfect for weekend fun.
Served Saturday and Sunday, NAC’s brunch menu is filled with shakshuka topped with feta, za’atar and pita; veal schnitzel with a grissini crust; and speculous French toast topped with raspberries and clotted cream.
WHERE: 41 N Audley Street, Mayfair, W1K 6ZP
WEBSITE: www.naclondon.co.uk
Mercante
Start your day with an Italian-style courtesy of Mercante Restaurant. Expect all of your favourite breakfast dishes, including avocado on toast with poached egg, chilli, tomato and onions; French toast with berries and maple syrup; and a great three-egg omelette.
Start your day with an Italian-style courtesy of Mercante Restaurant.
WHERE: Piccadilly, Mayfair, W1J 7BX
WEBSITE: www.mercanterestaurant.com
Aqua Nueva
Skip the holiday this year and indulge in the next best thing: brunch at Aqua Nueva! The free-flowing brunch will see you enjoying prosecco and cocktails, alongside a selection of tapas favourites. Think padrón peppers, rustic tomato bread, croquettes and classic Spanish tortilla. And if it’s not quite as sunny as the Spanish isles, fear not as they have outdoor heaters.
where: 5th Floor, 240 Regent Street, W1B 3BR
WEBSITE: www.aquanueva.co.uk
Hans’ Bar & Grill
Located just a stone’s throw from Chelsea’s Sloane Square, Hans’ Bar & Grill offers a plethora of options, including exciting all-day dining, family breakfasts, late-morning coffees and early-evening cocktails. But it’s the brunch we want to steer your attention to. Expect eggs every which way, from florentine to royale, omelette to poached.
If you’re plant-based, fear not as they have a delicious veggie breakfast that can be adapted to include vegan halloumi or falafel, alongside spinach, portobello mushroom, smashed avocado, roast plum tomato, hashbrowns and toast.
WHERE: 11 Cadogan Gardens, Chelsea, SW3 2RJ
WEBSITE: www.11cadogangardens.com
Sun Street Hotel
So this one might not technically be outdoors, but the brightly lit Orangery at Sun Street Hotel feels just as good as any outdoorsy spot. Offering a luxurious brunch, featuring Taittinger Champagne, this fresh brunch right in the heart of the city is not to be missed.
Classic brunch dishes grace the menu like fluffy scrambled eggs paired with smoked salmon or decadent black truffle Omelette with spinach, cheese and mushrooms; or opt for a healthier dish like red quinoa and coconut porridge, topped with a crunchy seed crumble.
where: 5-15 Sun St, London EC2A 2EP
website: www.sunstreethotel.com
Bbar
Taking place under London’s largest living wall, Bbar’s alfresco brunch is not to be missed. You’ll find them serving up a selection of South African dishes, from chilli bites and vegetable spring rolls to their signature ‘son of a gun’ buttermilk chicken burger.
Inside you’ll hear the party vibes keep going with live music, colourful botanical paintings, touches of leopard print and black-and-white wildlife shots from conservationist Mike Myers.
where: 43 Buckingham Palace Road, SW1W 0PP
website: www.bbarlondon.com
Peggy Jean
Back in action after a recent restoration, Peggy Jean is one of London’s coolest spots if you’re looking for brunch by the river. Available every day until 3pm, the menu includes bottomless options with alcoholic and non-alcoholic options (we hear there’s sparkling kombucha). Savoury options include sweetcorn fritters, smoked salmon royale and smashed avocado with an assortment of toppings and sides. There’s an award-winning banana bread sandwich (whipped mascarpone cream, fresh berries, flaked almonds and honey), and blueberry pancakes for those who need something sweet with brunch.
where: the boat, bridge boathouses, riverside richmond
Website: www.daisygreenfood.com
Cafe Biltmore
This vibrant alfresco spot is perfect for spring or summer brunch, come rain or shine. The covered terrace makes a lovely spot to enjoy the Veuve Clicquot brunch menu, which includes delicious coconut pancakes, poached eggs and avocado on sourdough, grilled fish and more.
This vibrant alfresco spot is perfect for spring or summer brunch, come rain or shine.
where: 44 Grosvenor Square,
website: www.thebiltmorehotels.com
Circes Rooftop
Circes is a lovely new London rooftop spot serves up a bottomless brunch with two hours of entertainment and a skyline dancefloor to go with it. Expect 90 minutes of bottomless beer, prosecco and cocktails with a street-food style menu which includes buttermilk chicken fillet burgers and chorizo flatbread.
Where: 117 Waterloo Rd, London SE1 8UL
Website: www.circesrooftop.co.uk
