Cafes

The Bankside Cafe.

4.6 507 reviews 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM Unit 4, Benson House, Hatfields, London SE1 8DQ, United Kingdom

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At The Bankside Cafe, located in the heart of London, history meets comfort. This cozy cafe is celebrated for its mouthwatering English breakfasts, hearty lunches, and delectable homemade specials like chicken curry and lasagne. With a warm atmosphere and a welcoming approach, it’s the perfect spot for solo diners, tourists, and groups alike. Patrons rave about the generous portions and quick service, ensuring every meal is a delightful experience. Wheelchair accessibility enhances its charm, making it an inclusive haven for all. Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite or savoring brunch, The Bankside Cafe is a must-visit culinary gem.

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Amenities & More

Service options

Outdoor seating
Delivery
Onsite services
Takeout
Dine-in

Highlights

Great coffee
Great tea selection

Popular for

Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Good for working on laptop

Dining options

Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Seating
Table service

Amenities

Restroom

Atmosphere

Casual

Crowd

Groups
Tourists

Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with The Bankside Cafe. before visiting.

Reviews for The Bankside Cafe.

4.6

507 reviews

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Review highlights

Based on 507 reviews

The Bankside Cafe is widely praised for its generous portions, delicious and well-prepared breakfast options, particularly their full English breakfast. Customers frequently highlight the quick service and reasonable pricing, making it an appealing choice for both locals and visitors. The cafe’s cozy atmosphere and friendly staff contribute to an overall positive dining experience. While it operates on a cash-only basis, this is generally not seen as an inconvenience due to nearby cash machines. The variety of meal choices caters well to diverse preferences, including vegetarian options, ensuring broad appeal. Overall, The Bankside Cafe is recognized as a reliable spot for a hearty, satisfying breakfast in a welcoming environment.

laura dawson

Apr 17, 2025

Best Full English Breakfast I've had in years, visiting from Somerset and this tops any cafe somerset has to offer. Massive portions perfectly cooked tasty and I got black pudding...delicious thank you.

- Kalman

Apr 16, 2025

A must if you’re here for a morning a week or a month! This place is fantastic! Large delicious portions, tasty mouthwatering food, coffee and oj!

Gregory Hudson

Apr 01, 2025

First visit here today and was very impressed.A very wide selection of breakfasts and other meals are on offer and once we made our choices (a vegi non-vegi all day breakfast) the food arrived very quickly, tasted great and was very reasonably priced.Recommended - and will make a point of returning next time am in the area.

Gary Butterfield

Mar 13, 2025

We ate here for breakfast whilst we were having a short break in London. We were based at the nearby Premier Inn , but decided to have breakfasts here at the cafe . Big portions , very tasty and really quick service. Cash only not a problem; there's two supermarkets nearby with cash machines. Overall a brilliant little cafe . Top marks to all the staff .

TURBO MAN 94

Mar 13, 2025

Great value for money, lovely food and a cosy little cafe. Highly recommend

Bo Xiong

Mar 11, 2025

Warm, comforting, and absolutely delicious! This local English breakfast spot is a gem.The portions are generous, and the food is cooked to perfection. The ladies at the counter were incredibly friendly, helpful, and provided spot-on recommendations.The highlight: the egg was cooked just right, with a soft and runny yolk - breakfast heaven!Ordered the Set 1 Breakfast, and it did not disappoint. Highly recommend!Will definitely be back for more.

Yus Ali

Feb 15, 2025

I came here today with my work colleague and had a chicken wrap with chips… this place always exceeds my expectations! Large portions and always done fresh!If you have not already visited here I recommend coming here for lunch.

Stefanus Wirdatmadja

Jan 29, 2025

Very delicious and generous portion english breakfast. We ate everyday here during out stay in London. We stayed at Ibis Hotel.I love the breakfast bab so much. It is so delicious. Other menu are also good.However, you can only pay by cash. It will be nice if there is the option to use card as well.