I've had a meeting in West Kensington and as usual I was way too early...so I decided to go over my…read morespeech at a local Starbucks or so...but luckily I walked by this little gem of indy coffee shop. The atmosphere is really nice and there's plenty of seatings - big community tables, small tables and high-tables that allow you to look out of the window. I didn't pay much attention to the food selection, but there was quite a nice array of different beverages - cold and warm alike. The only downside for me was that it was packed with Mommies and their screaming kids...but I just plugged in my earphones and tuned out the whining noises. Try it out, it's for sure refreshingly different from the nearby Cafe Rouge...

Lovely place. Stumbled upon it on the way to Westfield at Sheppards bush. Atmosphere is very cozy…read more You find yourself feeling right at home on the wooden tables/benches. The pastries and freshly baked goods are spread all over the counter in neat arrangements. Most of the cakes are displayed at the window and really make passerbyers salivate. The place is also family friendly with a change table across the toilet and toys around the eating area. On my first visit, I had one of the best hot chocolate I've ever had. The eggs benedict was a decent portion size and satisfying on a cold winter day. The day right after I couldn't help but go there again and had a generously filled smoked salmon crepe filled with cream cheese. Definitely will make this a local fav of mine!

I was rushing to catch my Eurostar train to Paris and needed a snack (I didn't want to have to hit…read moreup the on-train snackbar with their unhealthy, mass produced options) so I stopped by Benugo because they didn't have a long line. I'm so glad I did, because I bought a seriously yummy club sandwich! The sandwiches are ready made and good to go so you don't have to wait for someone to make it for you. There are several vegetarian options too. The employees were super friendly and the sandwich was very high quality. Hubby and I shared it on our train ride and we both raved about how tasty it was. The bread was incredibly delicious, fresh and soft, and the meat and cheese were also tasty. It was on the expensive side (as you'd expect in London), so I wish it had a bit more meat and veggies on top, but this is the perfect stop if you get a rumbly in your tumbly before a voyage on England's rails.

Ah, a bunch of Italian guys working and cooking up some delicious brunch and cafe plates! I got…read moretheir piping hot potato that was homely filled with bits of spicy roated chicken and side salad! It was tastily wonderful! The staff members are so loud and energetic! A cozy cafe shop, where you can enjoy dining inside or outside with cafe entrees, snacks and coffee!

cutest cafe in fulham! best americano i've had in a while, and their pineapple mango smoothie is…read morekiller! we got poached eggs on sourdough and it was amazing.

Cute little local brunch place! They have seating at the back that is like a semi garden where they…read morehave heater on in winter so it feels very warm but still get all the lights. Menu is very brunch-y so expect many avocados and eggs and toasts but I'm not complaining! The price is very reasonable as well so I'd say it's a very good weekend spot! It can get really busy so make sure you book ahead. We brought two dogs and they are ok with it. So if you don't like to eat with dogs around, maybe consider having brunch somewhere else. Otherwise this spot is great!

Love Gails! My favorite baked item are the chocolate chunk cookies, the double chocolate with white…read morechunks to be exact. The staff were friendly and helpful. The price: a little expensive but always worth it.

Ah Gail's, you made leaving Paris bearable. After a week of having the best pastries in the world…read morefor breakfast every morning, we were faced with a week of eggs, fatty bacon, baked beans and roasted tomatoes for breakfast (no offense England; I love your traditional breakfast, really). We had no idea we'd be staying by a place like Gail's. The selection and quality both match anything we had in Paris. Gail's feels like a Parisian patisserie without the body odor and second-hand smoke. That was a cheap shot, sorry Paris. And the drinks are great too; they had the best coffee I had in London (which isn't saying much I know), but their coffee was about as good as the best coffees we had in Paris and Switzerland (although the Parisian baristas made the prettiest hearts on my wife's latte). They have a great selection of savory or sweet breakfast treats, bread, sandwiches, and drinks. And a lovely outdoor seating area. Gail's epitomizes the charm of Clapham.

Part of a chain of French bakery/restaurants, Le Pain Quotidien is all about the bread and…read morepastries. Not much of a breakfast menu, especially for those on Atkins. I went with the two soft-boiled eggs, which were perfectly cooked and extremely hot.Served with a small stack of dippy soldiers (thin sliced bread for dipping into the yolk). I don't know how they expect people to peel these eggs. Don't get me wrong, I love me a soft-boiled. But I think I might have burned off my fingerprints. On the table were three jars - nutella, apricot preserves and something in French that might have been blackcurrant preserves. All went nicely on the slices of baguette that came with my eggs. Specials board changes constantly with different mains, soups and desserts every day. Today the soups were a tomato bisque and gazpacho. Excellent coffee. Rather than a latte, I had a "pot" of coffee which was about two cups of coffee (with an interesting bowl rather than a mug) in a French press. Great "wake up" juice, this will cure what ails ya! Note: they have a couple of individual tables, but the center of the dining area is dominated by a very large table. Communal dining. Very Continental! All told, an excellent simple breakfast. I will return!

I love Le Pain Quotidien. The only thing I don't love about it is my American self still can't…read morepronounce it. I literally say to my husband... lets go to "Pain". Sad. Hahaha anyway. This place is wonderful. It's got wooden tables, soft lighting, pretty little lamps and a loooong table in the middle of the restaurant that multiple people can sit at but it still feels cozy and intimate. The food is also very tasty. They have multiple options for breakfast that makes it pretty difficult to decide what you want, but you can custom put together just about anything. I also really appreciate that they have their fair share of very healthy options- multiple salads that are humongous but very healthy, and light but delicious soups. The wait staff is also very kind. It can get very busy during brunch and lunch time, but we have never been neglected or pushed to make a decision. I've also fallen in love with their Matcha Latte... though I have a very difficult time believing they didn't add sugar- even though I asked twice. Ha! Another special thing about this Le Pain in particular, is the location. Walking up Marleybone high is a truly great experience, and Le Pain is just waiting to greet you at the end!

You Should See Me With A Crown!…read more Having lived in London for many years and visiting frequently, I can honestly say that finding a coffee place with great sandwiches, open all day, and serving a wide variety of items is quite challenging. You might wonder why a one-stop shop for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, offering both hot and cold options, is desirable. Simply put, it's about convenience and quality. Crown Cafe Bar is a gem! The food is exceptional, the coffee is beyond great, and the service is outstanding. This charming, hole-in-the-wall cafe is perfectly located on a bustling corner of the Strand, offering some of the best food and coffee in the city. I absolutely love this place. Thank you, Crown Cafe Bar!

I had the chicken,avocado and bacon baguette and my husband had the Brie,and ham baguette…read moresandwhich. Delicious!It gets crazy busy here so you know it's good!(FYI great little coffee roaster down the street,Caravan too.) Very cramped inside and expect to have people sit right next to you.Line moves pretty quick but confusing how/where to check out and pay.We'd come again!

Brilliant food all the time , great food, lamb shank and the beef pies... so good. Veg options a…read moregood to. The coffee is great. Staff are nice.

Fantastic cafe that has taken over the large corner plot on hoe Stree/Jewel Road that used to be…read moreCopycats. The owner and staff are extremely friendly and relaxed, which makes it a great place to meet with a group of friends coming and going at different times. Their freshly made sandwiches are great - and try having them in their homemade pancake/wraps rather than bread - these are especially yummy. They have a complete freezer full of Movenpick ice creams, make 'candy' milkshakes (Mars Bar milkshake anyone?) and their cakes are extremely scrummy. oh yes - and they make a bloomin' good cup of coffee!

Lovely place for a fresh organic meal, a sweet treat or a coffee. This location is a bit tucked…read moreaway, and is not easy to find, but its worth looking for. Its on the bottom floor of the shopping mall, tucked in the corner, so you need to take the escalator all the way down. You can also enter the Jubilee shopping mall from the Canary Wharf tube station (entrance is between the first and the second set of escalators).

Slow service and a little pricy, but (as the name suggests.... the daily bread...) their bread is…read moresuperb. Food quality is in general of a high standard. Our waitress was very sweet, not not at all observant, so we had to wait ages to get her attention. On the plus side the kitchen is fairly quick, the food is great and the Canary Wharf branch has got quite a lot of seating. It's also very clean, which is something I always look for in a restaurant.