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There is something quietly indulgent about ordering pancakes in London. Done well, they arrive warm and golden, layered with brown butter, maple or fruit compote, and served in rooms designed as much for lingering as for eating.
Across the capital, pancakes have moved far beyond the everyday. From ricotta hotcakes in elegant brunch institutions to delicate Japanese soufflé stacks and polished plant-based interpretations, London offers versions suited to every mood, provided you know where to book.
Whether you favour brown butter and maple, fruit compote and crème fraîche, or a theatrical soufflé finish, these are the top spots in the capital for pancakes done properly.
1. Sunday in Brooklyn, Notting Hill
A Notting Hill outpost of the original Williamsburg favourite, Sunday in Brooklyn has become one of Westbourne Grove’s most in-demand brunch tables. The Sunday Pancakes remain the headline order, layered with hazelnut maple praline and brown butter, and available in different stack sizes. The room balances soft industrial detailing with polished service, making it as suitable for a relaxed weekday brunch as it is for a weekend gathering.
Address: 98 Westbourne Grove, London W2 5RU
2. Granger & Co., Various Locations
Bill Granger’s London restaurants are synonymous with ricotta hotcakes. Served with banana and honeycomb butter, they are reliably light and gently sweet. With locations in Notting Hill, Marylebone, King’s Cross, Clerkenwell and Chelsea, Granger & Co. remains one of the capital’s most consistent brunch institutions.
Addresses:
- 175 Westbourne Grove, London W11 2SB
- 105 Marylebone High Street, London W1U 4RS
- Stanley Building, 7 Pancras Square, London N1C 4AG
- Clerkenwell Green, 50 Sekforde Street, London EC1R 0HA
- 237 Pavilion Road, London SW1X 0BP
3. Daisy Green, Various Locations
The Daisy Green collection is known for bold, Australian-leaning brunches. Their Blueberry Buttermilk Pancakes and the indulgent Golden Gaytime pancakes, layered with salted caramel, chocolate ganache, and malt crumble, are the most talked-about options. Expect lively interiors and generous plating, particularly at weekend peak hours.
Addresses: Various London locations
4. Hefaure, Chinatown
For Japanese-style soufflé pancakes, Hefaure in Chinatown is a reliable choice. The pancakes arrive tall and delicately set, with a texture that feels almost weightless. Toppings range from matcha with red bean to fresh strawberries and brown sugar boba syrup. They are made to order, so a short wait is part of the experience.
Address: 108 Shaftesbury Ave, London W1D 5EH
5. CA Japanese Pancakes, Victoria
CA Japanese Pancakes specialises in gluten-free and dairy-free soufflé stacks without compromising on height or softness. The Crème Brûlée pancake, finished with a caramelised top, is a popular order, as is the more theatrical Truffle 24k Gold option featuring truffle sauce and edible gold leaf. There is also a second London site in Chiswick.
Address: 324 Vauxhall Bridge Road, London SW1V 1AA
6. Beans and Bites, Hackney
A compact Hackney café with a loyal neighbourhood following, Beans and Bites focuses on classic combinations executed well. Expect fluffy pancakes paired with maple syrup and streaky bacon, or berries with mascarpone. It is informal but reliably satisfying.
Address: 244 Morning Lane, London E9 6RQ
7. Mallow, Canary Wharf
Mallow’s Wood Wharf restaurant brings a considered plant-based approach to brunch. Pancakes appear in seasonal rotations, with past menus featuring tiramisu-inspired stacks finished with espresso syrup and plant-based cream. The waterside setting at Park Drive gives it a polished Canary Wharf feel.
Address: 12 Park Drive, London E14 9ZW
8. The Breakfast Club, Various Locations
The Breakfast Club has long been part of London’s all-day breakfast landscape. Pancakes are offered in classic American-style stacks, with options to add bacon, eggs, fruit, or syrups depending on the season. Expect busy dining rooms and a menu built around comfort.
Address: Various locations
9. Sarava Creperie (formerly Senzala), Brixton
Now trading as Sarava Creperie, this Brixton Village favourite continues the legacy of the former Senzala. The menu blends Brazilian and French influences, offering buckwheat galettes for savoury appetites and sweet crêpes with chocolate, fruit, and dulce de leche. It is less about towering stacks and more about craft and heritage.
Address: 41-42 Coldharbour Lane, SW9 8PS
10. Where the Pancakes Are, London Bridge
Housed beneath the railway arches near Southwark Bridge, Where the Pancakes Are focuses entirely on pancakes, both sweet and savoury. The ‘American’ with blueberries, bacon, and maple syrup is a signature, while seasonal options rotate throughout the year. The industrial setting and open kitchen give it a confident, purpose-built feel.
Address: Arch 35a, 85a Southwark Bridge Road, London SE1 0NQ
11. No.197 Chiswick Fire Station, Chiswick
Set within a converted fire station, No.197 combines high ceilings and relaxed West London charm. Pancakes feature on the brunch menu with rotating toppings, often including caramelised banana or seasonal fruit. It is an easy choice for a long, unhurried weekend meal.
Address: 197–199 Chiswick High Road, London W4 2DR
12. The Delaunay, Aldwych
For a more European approach, The Delaunay serves breakfast pancakes with mixed berry compote and crème fraîche within its grand café setting. Dark wood panelling, mirrored walls, and attentive service lend a refined tone that feels distinctly continental.
Address: 55 Aldwych, London WC2B 4BB
13. Milk Beach, Soho & Queen’s Park
Milk Beach brings an Australian sensibility to Soho and Queen’s Park. The buttermilk pancakes with caramelised banana and honeycomb butter are the defining order, served in relaxed yet design-conscious dining rooms that attract a loyal following.
Addresses:
- Ilona Rose House, Manette Street, London W1D 4AL
- 19-21 Lonsdale Road, London NW6 6RD
14. Riding House Café, Fitzrovia & Bloomsbury
Riding House Café offers a refined but approachable brunch setting. Buttermilk pancakes are typically paired with seasonal fruit compote, vanilla cream, and toasted pecans, presented with the kind of polish that suits Fitzrovia’s creative crowd and Bloomsbury’s cultural backdrop alike.
Addresses:
- 43–51 Great Titchfield Street, London W1W 7PQ
- 1 Brunswick Centre, London WC1N 1AF
15. Farm Girl, Notting Hill
Farm Girl’s Portobello Road café takes a lighter approach, with pancakes that often incorporate alternative flours and health-conscious toppings such as coconut yoghurt and fresh berries. The pastel interiors and terrace seating make it a popular choice for daytime meetings over something sweet but considered.
Address: 59A Portobello Rd, London W11 3DB
From quietly executed classics to theatrical soufflé stacks, London’s pancake scene is broad and increasingly design-led. Whether for Shrove Tuesday or a midweek indulgence, these addresses deliver pancakes with character, consistency, and a setting worthy of the plate.
