Where to Brunch in Bloomsbury: 5 Best Breakfast Spots (2026)
Looking for the best brunch spots in Bloomsbury? I’ve got you covered! Here’s the best brunch and breakfast spots in the neighbourhood — from a Londoner.
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Tucked between King’s Cross and Fitzrovia, Bloomsbury is one of those London neighbourhoods that quietly pulls you in — filled with bookshops, museums, and places to think.
Maybe it’s for a slow morning at The British Museum, a poke around the neighbourhood’s bookshops, or just an aimless wander past old brick buildings and leafy squares.
But one thing’s for sure — you’ll need brunch first for your Bloomsbury exploring.
If you’re looking for a proper breakfast (or just an excuse to linger over coffee and eggs), here’s where to brunch in Bloomsbury — plus a few local gems.
P.S. – Be sure to read The Best Things to Do in Bloomsbury after this!
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5 Best Breakfast & Brunch Spots in Bloomsbury, London
1. Riding House Bloomsbury
1, Brunswick Centre, Bernard St, London WC1N 1AF
The Riding House Bloomsbury has earned its spot in the Fitzrovia/Bloomsbury brunch scene since opening back in 2011.
Set inside the Brutalist Brunswick Centre, the space is softened by warm lighting, leafy corners, and just the right amount of bustle. On the menu?
Think malted deep-dish pancakes and their signature Burgerdict — a cross between Eggs Benedict and a dry-aged beef burger that somehow just works.
Come for the interiors, stay for the brunch, and maybe sneak in a post-brekkie browse around the Brunswick Center after.
2. Burr & Co. London
1 Russell Sq, London WC1B 5BE
Tucked inside Russell Square’s grand Kimpton Fitzroy, Burr & Co. makes for a cosy but elevated brunch stop in Bloomsbury.
The vibe leans classic hotel café — marble tables, warm wood, big windows — but the menu gives it some flair.
On weekends, expect a laid-back DJ set and a solid mix of brunch favourites, from shakshuka and crushed avo with chilli and lime to buttermilk pancakes with crème fraîche.
If you’ve got room after, the breakfast dessert menu (yes, that’s a thing) is a bit of a hidden gem — think tiramisu or a very good crème brûlée to round things off.
3. Salt & Pepper
5 Bloomsbury St, London WC1B 3QE
Just around the corner from The British Museum, Salt & Pepper is one of those no-fuss Bloomsbury cafés that locals keep coming back to.
It’s a classic spot — think proper English Breakfast, strong coffee, and cosy café charm. If you’re after something lighter, there’s crushed avocado with smoked salmon and poached eggs, or a solid go at Eggs Benedict.
And if you stick around long enough, they serve a very lovely afternoon tea too.
P.S. – They do afternoon tea too!
4. Dalloway Terrace
16-22 Great Russell St, London WC1B 3NN
If you’re after a boujee Bloomsbury brunch, Dalloway Terrace is the one.
Tucked behind The Bloomsbury Hotel, this leafy little spot feels like a quiet escape — all seasonal florals, white tablecloths, and just the right amount of posh.
Their weekend brunch is a proper affair: coffee or tea, fresh juice, a breakfast starter (the oak-smoked salmon on a poppy seed bagel is a solid shout), a main of your choice, and extras like sweet-cured bacon or truffle & parmesan fries if you’re feeling indulgent.
5. 49 Cafe
49 Marchmont St, London WC1N 1AP
Unassuming and delicious the 49 Cafe is a coffee shop that doubles as a Bloomsbury brunch spot — just moments from Russell Square station and the Foundling Museum (worth popping into).
If you’re heading there in the AM, go for the 49 Café Breakfast — eggs any style, mascarpone, mushrooms, fresh tomato and avocado all piled onto warm artisan bread.
Or try the Breakfast of Champion (yes, singular) — scrambled eggs, grilled pancetta, sausage, and that same crusty artisan toast. Pro tip: drizzle on the olive oil.
P.S. – They do a solid breakfast delivery too, if you’d rather keep your Bloomsbury brunch in bed.
Map of the Best Brunch Spots in Bloomsbury London
Other Brunch Spots in Bloomsbury, London
- Half Cup – a family-owned cafe with lots of vegan and vegetarian brunch options
- Gail’s Bloomsbury – a London staple for yummy pastries and light breakfast bites
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