Best Brunch In South London

Pink party palace Tonight Josephine is bringing OTT daytime booze-ups to Waterloo. As one of the best bottomless brunches in London, expect endless cocktails, tasty food, top tunes and drag queen hosts kicking the chaos levels up a notch. 

When the weekend hits, The Rosy Hue is a prime spot for a laid-back South London brunch. With its sunny terrace, cosy interior and plenty of space for groups, this Elephant Park gem is perfect for catching up over classic brunch plates and a round of cocktails.

If you're feeling indulgent, make it a long one: stick around for sport screenings behind the arch or soak up the atmosphere in their urban garden; heated and weather-proof for year-round sipping.

A popular spot in Canada Water, Leadbelly's Bar & Kitchen is well known in these parts for its freshly cooked pub grub.

Get down here for brunch and you can tuck into the likes of guac on toast, sweet waffles and epic full English breakfasts. There's plenty to wash it down with too, from fresh coffee and juice to a choice of teas.

The Ferndale moves magically with the rhythm of the day, from rejuvenating coffee mornings to cocktail-soaked nights. Get down here for brunch to get the best of all worlds. 

Take your pick from a delicious range of dishes, from tastily topped pizzas to chicken schnitzel, kimchi-fried burgers and smashed avo on toast. For just £35, you can wash it all down with 90 minutes of bottomless fizz, Amstel, Espresso Martini or Chilli Margarita.

When it comes to brunch in South London, The Nel has serious bragging rights. Their bottomless brunch pairs delicious pub grub with free-flowing drinks, so you can make a whole afternoon of it.

With views over Clapham Common from the terrace, it's the ultimate sunny-day plan. And if you stick around, you can roll straight into Sunday roasts or their weekly quiz night.

Originally opened by husband and wife team Gus and Kathe as a stall in Camden Market, Arepa & Co can be found in between Stockwell and Vauxhall stations, as well as in Elephant and Castle. This modern Venezuelan restaurant serves up a cracking weekend brunch, available until 4pm.

Whether you're after a quick bite to eat of a full three-course affair, there are all sorts of scrumptious eats on the menu. Think black bean and sweet potato breakfast bowls, dirty yuca fries and fried plantain.

Unlimited drinks and all-you-can-eat pizza are on the menu at O'Neill's. Do things the Irish way by switching out prosecco for Guinness as you scoff slices topped with anything from BBQ chicken to all the veggies. The best bottomless brunch in South East London? It may well be... 

With a prime location overlooking the river, Cottons in Vauxhall is a beautiful brunch location. Whether you're dining on their spacious outdoor terrace or in the colourful venue itself, you can enjoy a mouthwatering three-course bottomless brunch here - costing just £34.50 per person. Between 12 and 2.30pm, you can tuck into the likes of jerk chicken wings, St Lucian coconut fish curry, dhal platters and more, paired with 90 minutes of unlimited rum punch or prosecco.

Sitting pretty with bright floral interiors, Megan's is one of those cute brunch places in South London that also delivers on the food front. Pick between dishes inspired by the Mediterranean, such as halloumi kebabs, shakshouka and a selection of mezze bowls. You can even add on bottomless prosecco for £25 extra. Why not check out the Battersea site, too? 

Get on over to Basecamp for indulgent dishes, live DJs and good vibes right through the night. At Late Brunch, you'll tuck into a Nepalese and Indian spread of steamed momos, spiced grills, rich curries, freshly baked naan, and plenty more. 

To keep you in the party spirit, there's 90 minutes of free-flowing booze - we're talking handcrafted cocktails, wines and spirits. Grab your tickets to get involved from just £11.

Wine's the word at Aspen and Meursault, but it's not just bottles of grape that are bringing in the masses. Step up your brunch game with out-there dishes from a croissant toastie to spicy sausages with truffle eggs in a beautifully sleek setting. 

Charming eatery and wine bar Basil & Grape is making dreams come true with a bottomless Italian brunch. Pair your favourite pizza with two hours of free-flowing prosecco for £25 extra. Other menu items include giant charcuterie boards and tempting salads. 

Combining brunch with song trivia, Sounds Familiar Music Quiz is hosting one helluva party in Brixton. Test your knowledge of old school bangers and chart toppers at this unruly daytime affair, made even better with bottomless prosecco. 

South London brunch plans: sorted. At The Regent, weekends are all about their all-day recovery brunch, so you can wander in whenever you finally roll out of bed.

Expect classic eggs, stacks of signature burgers, cocktails that'll get the party restarted, and cosy booths to hunker down in with your friends. If you make it through brunch, stay for their hearty Sunday roast or hit the terrace for one last drink in the sun.

Located at Folkestone Gardens, just a short stroll from Deptford and New Cross, Sylva is a vibrant independent restaurant that celebrates fresh ingredients and sustainability. Inspired by Mediterranean and Middle Eastern home cooking, Sylva serves up seasonal dishes that let nature's flavours shine.

With a focus on collaboration with local suppliers and upcycled interiors, Sylva combines eco-consciousness with delicious dining.

The Thieves - formerly The Four Thieves - has reinvented itself as Battersea's ultimate 'adult playground,' designed for competitive socialising. Head upstairs to the Thieves Gambit floor, where you'll find darts, pool, RC racing, and retro arcade icons like Mario Kart and House of the Dead. And when it comes to food, the legendary Balans is in charge.

Balans first opened in 1987 as the Old Compton Café in Soho, serving late-night coffee to club-goers. Today, it's a celebrated name in British dining with global flair, known for brunches, all-day plates, and late-night dishes enjoyed by stars such as Lady Gaga and Amy Winehouse. Expect indulgent brunch options like fried chicken pancakes, smoked salmon eggs royale, and steak and eggs.

To top it off, live acts from House of Dinosaur and Twisted Time Machine will bring themed bottomless brunches to Battersea - so make sure you don't miss out.

This cosy boozer can be found right by Tooting Bec tube station, full of Victorian charm and boasting a pretty beer garden. They also serve some of the most affordable brunches around, with some dishes costing less than a tenner. Tuck into plates of baked eggs topped with nduja, full English breakfasts or smashed avocado on toast until 3pm, and you can even add on bottomless prosecco, bloody Marys or Aperol spritz for only £24.

Located in Purley, Beauty and The Feast is a great place for beautiful brunches. This stunning spot is filled with pink decor, from the comfy velvet armchairs to the neon signs and flowers adorning the walls.

Choose between a standard or bottomless brunch, with the option to add on a sip and paint session too. This starts from £45 per person, including the likes of breakfast bagels,, granola and French toast.

Cocos Dining Experiences, located on the vibrant Crystal Palace 'triangle', offers a fusion of Caribbean and modern European cuisine. The restaurant's rainforest-inspired decor sets the perfect mood for enjoying their craft cocktails, fine wines, and flavourful dishes.

For brunch, enjoy indulgent dishes like Scotch Bonnet lobster-stuffed brioche or barbecue jerk chicken Belgian waffles. Don't forget about their bottomless brunch every other Saturday, where unlimited sides, drinks, and live DJs bring the fun to your meal.

If you're looking for a fun weekend activity, Effra Social in Brixton hosts a bottomless brunch featuring a fresh theme each week. Whether it's a karaoke party, salsa tunes or a Rocky Horror-inspired drag brunch, there's no shortage of lively entertainment on the cards.

If you are searching for your next South London weekend hangout, SeaGarden & Grill in Norbury is serving up serious luxury with its bottomless shellfish and bubbles brunch.

The 90-minute session balances upscale seafood with a party atmosphere. The feast begins with an impressive sharing platter of fresh oysters, sweet lobster tail, and flame-grilled king prawns, followed by all-the-prawns-you-can-eat paired with bottomless bubbles, pineapple margaritas, or pornstar martinis. 

Molly Mc's is powering its way onto the best brunch in South London shortlist thanks to its unique blend of Irish charm and Thai flavours. Every Saturday, the pub transforms into a lively music-filled brunch hub, serving everything from Molly's Fried Rice to towering Spice Bags, plus a drinks lineup that goes way beyond your standard fizz.

You get 90 minutes of bottomless drinks, choose from Guinness, prosecco, Helles lager, house wine or a fiery spicy margarita. The team keeps things moving with full table service, meaning your next glass arrives the second the last is empty.

Much-loved neighbourhood bar Exhibit is a go-to for any occasion – especially brunch. Get treated to free-flowing bubbles alongside your favourite midday dishes. Feel like sticking around afterwards? Chances are there's something going on thanks to their huge events lineup featuring comedy nights, quizzes and karaoke. 

Head to The Guildford Arms on a Saturday between 11am and 3pm to delve into a lineup of scrumptious and unique brunch dishes. Our favourite of the lot? It has to be the smoked salmon, scrambled eggs and chives on grilled focaccia. 

lame Gloria Clapham Junction throws subtlety out the window, and is all the better for it. Built on the mythos of Gloria (a woman said to have partied with Jimi Hendrix and transformed nights into legend), this is brunch with attitude. 

If you're an ABBA lover, we don't think it will take much to convince you that this is the best brunch in London. Blame Gloria in Clapham promises 90 minutes of endless cocktails while West End stars and drag hosts belt out all the hits from everyone's favourite Swedish pop group. There's even a best dressed competition – the perfect excuse to bring out your biggest flares.

When it comes to brunch in South London, Ozoku Beckenham stands out with flair and flavour. On Saturdays, the restaurant comes to life with their bottomless brunch offering - a 90-minute indulgence featuring free-flowing drinks and a selection of their signature Pan-Asian small plates. From sushi rolls to bao buns, it's a brunch that breaks the mould.

Whether you're dining indoors in the stylish dining room or out on the sunny terrace, Ozoku offers a weekend experience that's equal parts relaxing and impressive. Great for birthdays, group catchups, or just a weekend treat, it's brunch done the Izakaya way.

The Old Frizzle does brunch right. Their 'recovery brunches' are the stuff of local legend, offering the perfect excuse to gather the gang after a heavy night (or just because).

Grab a Bloody Mary, tuck into a proper fry-up or one of their modern pub brunch plates, and soak up the eccentrically cosy vibes: vintage lamps, squash-court ceiling and all. South London brunch plans? Sorted.

Not only is The Clapham Grand popular for it's live music, but it also hosts some of the quirkiest bottomless brunches south of the river. Their High School Musical brunch party series promises a screening of the iconic films on their massive projector, complete with an hour of unlimited drinks, alongside hotdogs, nachos and popcorn available to purchase. Tickets cost just £25 per person, which also gets you access to the Disney Channel disco afterparty, as well as sing-alongs, dance competitions and more.

Tucked away on a lively Deptford high street, the Aussie-inspired Pear Tree is one of London's top brunch spots. Dishes are generous and packed full of flavour.

We're talking smashed avo, sweetcorn pancakes, huevos rancheros and spice market eggs. Built for big appetites, its epic Farmer's Brekkie packs in crispy bacon, pork and apple sausages, grilled mushroom, house baked beans, eggs and sourdough toast.

For a bottomless brunch experience like no other, make your way to Cheeky Chico's in St John's Hill. Offering a Mexican fusion extravaganza filled with delish spicy delights, for just £35, you can enjoy a two-course meal featuring goodies like cheeky rancheros made with scrambled eggs and pico de gallo salsa as well as unlimited mimosas, bloody marys, or bottled beers. Sign us up.