Looking to kickstart your weekend with a feast fit for a king? Luckily for you, this lush West London area is filled with stylish cafes, classy pubs and quirky restaurants specialising in just that. From pancake stacks and bottomless bubbles to lobster-topped rolls and steaming mugs of coffee, check out our guide on where to have brunch in Chelsea and Kensington.
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Last updated on 6th November 2024
Head over to Belgravia where Chestnut is serving one of the best brunches in Kensington and Chelsea. The pretty cafe and bakery is bringing you a stunning array of fresh pastries and breakfast plates, as well as some of the best sourdough bread in London.
Situated in Parsons Green, Megan's is a chic Mediterranean restaurant decked out in fairy lights, gorgeous greenery and colourful patterned furnishings. Their down-to-earth venue serves a scrumptious all-day menu, with plenty of brunch dishes up for grabs too.
Tuck into everything from nduja Turkish eggs to spiced scrambled organic tofu and blueberry cheesecake pancakes, washed down by fresh juices or coffee.
A quintessentially British institution, The Botanist, Sloane Square in Chelsea is a sophisticated restaurant and bar on Sloane Square. Head here for a hearty full English, sourdough with avocado and chilli or oak smoked salmon on toast, all washed down with espresso martinis.
From the fabulous location and stunning interiors to the excellent menu of mid-morning eats, Ollie's House is a bit of an all-rounder. Found in Chelsea, this joint slings out classics with a twist, including miso eggs royale, tofu breakfast baos and Indonesian corn fritters.
Whether you fancy the sunny terrace or the beautiful white restaurant, The Orangery at Kensington Palace is a top choice of brunch spots. In this historic venue that's been around since 1704, when it was built as a greenhouse for Queen Anne, you'll find a delicious morning menu of wild mushroom and truffle omelettes, eggs Benedict or mixed berry pancakes.
One of the few traditional pubs serving brunch in the area, The Chelsea Ram is a gorgeous spot touting accent walls, snazzy decor and gastro vibes. Food-wise, the menu may be small but it packs a punch with options such as open fish finger sandwiches with tartare sauce and honey roasted gammon.
Looking for something a little different? The Little Blue Door is your go-to for a quirky bottomless brunch in Chelsea. Decked out to look like a glamorous flat, the West London restaurant will see you and your friends noshing on fried chicken and chilli maple butter honey pancakes whilst reclining on cosy sofas.
Bringing you brunch with a view, this pub by the river is cooking up all the classics in a beautiful setting. Make yourself comfy on one of The Waterside's banquettes and enjoy your first coffee of the day whilst staring out at the Thames.
Gaucho are taking things up a notch with their Electro Brunch Feast. Perfect for special occasions, the decadent spread includes apple pancakes, burrata on sourdough toast, smoked chocolate ganache and Aperol spritzes.
If you're looking for a unique brunch in South Kensington, head over to London Secret Garden. While surrounded by luscious foliage and an atmospheric church, enjoy your private dining pod, where you can delve into breakfast bites, like eggs Benedict, pancakes and more.
With an award-winning brasserie and cocktail bar, Beaufort House is a no-brainer for a knockout meal come the weekend. Order yourself a smoked salmon house bagel, a cheese omelette or a caramelised banana oatmeal porridge and a hot shot of ginger to really wake you up.
Offering some of the best breakfast in South Kensington, The Other Kitchen is a slick spot to kick off your morning. Think eggs many ways, towering sarnies and a continental buffet, all across this stunning space.
Bringing a taste of Peru to West London, Chicama is shaking up Chelsea's brunch game. The seafood eatery is offering a refreshing array of crab and sweetcorn pancakes, blackened octopus and fish brioche buns.
Bluebird Chelsea is a brilliant choice when deciding where to have brunch around Kensington. Interiors are bright and airy with a pop of colour from various furnishings and floral accents, whilst outside you'll find an extensive courtyard, perfect for those summer months.
Italian cafe Chucs is just the place for a spot of brunch in Chelsea, with veggie breakfasts, eggs benny and smashed avo making up the menu. Better yet, their opulent interiors are just divine, making them perfect for the 'Gram.
A treat for the stomach and the eyes, Balans Cafe Bar is upgrading your brunch with a menu of indulgent bites and unusual options. Pick between plates such as fried egg and confit duck leg, pork and chorizo baps or a simple homemade granola with greek yoghurt.
A Parisian all-day bistro, Colbert has arguably the best breakfast in Kensington. Grab a table in this cosy spot and sample some authentic French dishes, such as pain aux raisins, cheese and ham crêpes and poached egg and avocado-topped focaccia.
A French bistro specialising in pastries, classic breakfast dishes and brunch in Kensington, Aubaine is a charming spot to welcome in the weekend. Ideally nestled in the hub of all the action, the intimate eatery is whipping up everything from lobster Benedict to chicken breast croquettes and avocado on cereal toast.
