20 best restaurants for a powerhouse breakfast meeting in London

Looking to talk business over a steaming flat white and some perfectly cooked eggs? London is full of excellent breakfast restaurants and we’ve rounded up the ones that double up as great meeting spots, whether you’re looking to schmooze a client, impress over a networking coffee, or hash out a game plan for an upcoming project or presentation.

When it comes to finding the perfect place for a breakfast meeting in London, vibes are everything, and the nature of the meet-up will impact the style of restaurant you go for. If you’re booking somewhere for your boss, or are meeting with an important client, then you'll likely be looking for somewhere sleek, smart and sophisticated to talk shop. It should also be quiet enough so you can hear each other speak, but not so silent that it’s awkward or stilted. Don’t worry, we’ve included a wealth of places that fit the bill, from the old-school charm of the legendary Wolseley to the light-filled dining room at 1 Lombard Street. It’s also worth looking at London's best hotel restaurants for inspiration, where top-level hospitality and fabulous breakfast menus generally go hand in hand.

Of course, not all breakfast meetings are formal affairs. If all you’re really looking for is a relaxed spot to meet colleagues that isn’t the office, then we’ve included lots of casual places for a breakfast meeting as well. Places like Mortimer House Kitchen and Lina Stores are buzzy and atmospheric, complete with fantastic breakfast menus that will keep you fuelled while you put the world (or your work) to rights.

Right, save the chit chat for your meeting! Have a scroll to discover the best business breakfast spots in the capital right now, then go ahead and book one for Monday morning.

The Wolseley, St James’s and City of London

What: The unabashed grandeur of European Cafe The Wolseley makes for an impressive meeting spot at any time of day, although breakfast here is always an event. Tuck into freshly baked pastries, grilled kippers and crispy bacon rolls from 7am on weekdays, available at both locations in Piccadilly and the City.
When: Monday-Friday, 7am-11.30am, Saturday-Sunday, 8am-11.30am (Piccadilly); Monday-Friday, 7am-11:30am, Saturday, 9am-11:30am (City)
Where: 160 Piccadilly, London, W1J 9EB; King William Street, EC4N 7HR
Booking a private breakfast meeting? Discover private dining options at The Wolseley City
Book now: The Wolseley Piccadilly and The Wolseley City

Rockwell Bistro & Wine Bar, St James’s

What: This gorgeous restaurant is a little-known haven for breakfasts, and thanks to its sleek interiors, large but cosy tables, and polished feel, it works beautifully for business dining. Expect freshly baked pastries, alongside a menu packed with all the classics, from eggs royale and three egg omelettes to avocado on Wildfarmed sourdough. The impressive St James’s location (just yards from Charing Cross) adds to the appeal, as does a brigade of lovely professional staff.
When: Monday-Friday, 6:30am-10:30; Saturday and Sunday, 7:00am-11am
Where: 2 Spring Gardens, SW1A 2TS
Book now: Rockwell Bistro & Wine Bar

Park Restaurant at Royal Lancaster London

What: Home to one of the most extensive breakfasts in London, and with fantastic floor-to-ceiling views overlooking Hyde Park, Park Restaurant is a bright, airy and truly impressive spot for your next breakfast meeting. Choose between a generous buffet breakfast for £35 per person, or something off the la carte menu, including everything from healthy egg white omelettes to eggs benedict and brioche French toast. Good news - Park Restaurant is bookable so you don't need to worry about getting a table early doors. Simply tap the 'book now' link below to reserve a spot in its light-filled dining room. 
When: Monday - Friday, 6.30am-11am; Saturday and Sunday, 6.30am-11am
Where: Lancaster Terrace, W2 2TY
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Book now: Park Restaurant at Royal Lancaster London

Kitchen at Holmes, Marylebone

What: All-day spot Kitchen at Holmes brings sunny Mediterranean cooking to the heart of Marylebone, with a breakfast menu that spans courgette and feta fritters, avocado, chilli and poached eggs on toast, and tomatoes with halloumi and olives on sourdough. The sun-drenched terrace is ideal for summery breakfast meetings, although you can’t go wrong with the elegant dining room and open kitchen.
When: Monday-Friday, 7am-11am
Where: 108 Baker Street, W1U 6IJ
Booking a private breakfast meeting? Discover private dining options at Holmes Hotel London
Book now: Kitchen at Holmes

The Orangery TCR, Soho

What: Set on New Oxford Street, just a few yards from the heart of Soho, The Orangery TCR is serving up some of the freshest farm-to-fork breakfasts in London. Using produce from the restaurant's indoor farm (which doubles as a chef’s table experience), business breakfasts here throw up plenty of choices, from classic eggs Benedict and The Orangery’s full British breakfast to rhubarb granola, pork and farm sage breakfast muffins and eggs your way on toasted sourdough. Sleek interiors and unobtrusive service add to the appeal.
When: Monday-Friday, 7am-11am
Where: 81 New Oxford Street, WC1A 1DG
Booking a private breakfast meeting? Discover private dining options at The Orangery TCR
Book now: The Orangery TCR

Nessa, Soho

What: Nessa's panelled walls, curved booth seats and art deco light fixtures offer a stylish and calming space for a morning meeting in central London. Breakfast is served Monday to Friday, with dishes likes overnight oats with macerated peaches, and a twist on eggs benedict featuring bacon and bearnaise, that are sure to give you something to talk about. If we’re being honest though, the best breakfast item on the menu is its signature sausage and egg muffin with cheese and hot sauce.
When: Monday-Friday, 8am-11am
Where: 86 Brewer Street, W1F 9UB
Booking a private breakfast meeting? Discover private dining options at Nessa
Book now: Nessa

The Brush East London Grand Cafe, Hoxton

What: We know we’ve featured a lot of hotel restaurants in this guide, but they really are a reliable bet when it comes to finding an early morning meeting spot. The Brush at art’otel Hoxton opens from 7am, and serves a huge selection of vienoiseries, fruit and grains, and hot options for breakfast. The dining room features widely spaced tables for plenty of privacy, and in the summer, there’s a very nice terrace where you can enjoy a freshly-squeezed juice and a pastry.
When: Monday-Friday, 7am-11am
Where: 84-86 Great Eastern Street, EC2A 3JL
Booking a private breakfast meeting? Discover private dining options at art'otel London Hoxton
Book now: The Brush East London Grand Cafe

Mortimer House Kitchen, Fitzrovia

What: This Italian restaurant might live inside a private members’ club, but Mortimer House Kitchen is for public use, offering a chic backdrop for breakfast, or even just a coffee, within its living room-style dining room. Menus are inspired by the Amalfi coast, so expect breakfast to come with a Mediterranean twist. Think Caprese muffins with avocado and stracciatella, and Tuscan beans on toast.
When: Monday-Sunday, 7:30am-11am
Where: 37–41 Mortimer Street, W1T 3JH
Booking a private breakfast meeting? Discover private dining options at Mortimer House Kitchen
Book now: Mortimer House

St Pancras Brasserie & Champagne Bar by Searcys, King’s Cross

What: Want to squeeze in a quick morning catch-up before hopping on a train? Head to Searcys’ Brasserie for pastries, pancakes and eggs in the heart of St Pancras station. We won’t judge if you want to make it a boozy breakfast – besides, it would be rude not to order a glass of sparkling at the longest Champagne bar in Europe.
When: Monday-Friday, 8am-11:30am, Saturday, 10am-11:30am
Where: Grand Terrace, St Pancras International Station, N1C 4QL
Booking a private breakfast meeting? Discover private dining options at St Pancras Brasserie and Champagne Bar by Searcys
Book now: St Pancras Brasserie & Champagne Bar by Searcys

Duck & Waffle, Liverpool Street

What: Duck & Waffle needs little introduction. This sky-high restaurant on level 40 of 110 Bishopsgate is named after its iconic breakfast dish – an unbeatable combination of crispy duck leg confit, a fried duck egg and mustard maple syrup – and is perennially popular with City workers who want a meeting spot with real impact. Crucially, Duck & Waffle starts serving breakfast from as early as 6am, giving you plenty of time to talk shop before heading to the office.
When: Monday-Friday, 6am-10:30am, Saturday-Sunday, 6am-10am
Where: 110 Bishopsgate, EC2N 4AY
Booking a private breakfast meeting? Discover private dining options at Duck & Waffle
Book now: Duck & Waffle

1 Lombard Street, City of London

What: Located slap bang in the heart of the City, 1 Lombard Street buzzes with business folk at all hours of the day, although breakfast is always a popular affair. Guests are greeted by the venue’s huge glass dome ceiling, which promises a light-filled setting for an early morning catch-up. On the menu, choose from pastries, porridge and eggs-any-way, plus a selection of fresh juices, tea and coffee.
When: Monday-Friday, 7:30am-10:30am
Where: 1 Lombard Street, EC3V 9AA
Booking a private breakfast meeting? Discover private dining options at 1 Lombard Street
Book now: 1 Lombard Street

Rucola at The Conduit, Covent Garden

What: Welcoming, familiar, and poised high above Covent Garden's bustling neighbourhood, Rucola is The Conduit's Italian rooftop restaurant serving sustainable menus and stunning views all week long. Breakfast is served from 8am and includes a nourishing selection of hot and cold dishes. We're talking coconut yoghurt with granola, Cumberland pork baps, and spiced pea guacamola piled on top of homemade focaccia. 
When: Monday-Friday, 8am-10.30am 
Where: 6 Langley Street, WC2H 9JA
Booking a private breakfast meeting? Discover private dining options at The Conduit
Book now: Rucola at The Conduit

Dishoom, Various locations

What: If your main concern at breakfast is feeling properly fuelled at the end of it, then Dishoom has you covered. Bacon naans, parsi omelettes and steaming mugs of hot chai will put a spring in your step. Plus, with locations all over London, you’re never too far way from one.
When: Times vary across each location
Where: Various locations
Booking a private breakfast meeting? Discover private dining options at Dishoom King’s Cross and Dishoom Shoreditch
Book now: Dishoom King’s Cross, Dishoom Shoreditch, Dishoom Canary Wharf, Dishoom Kensington and more

Riding House Cafe, Victoria, Fitzrovia and Bloomsbury

What: Everyone’s favourite ‘neighbourhood cafe’, Riding House group’s friendly and relaxed spaces are a failsafe option for breakfast meetings large and small. Their spacious dining rooms and cosy, foliage-filled decor are conducive to relaxed, unhurried meetings, where you can while away a few hours over their house blend coffee, signature Benedict dishes, and revitalising smoothies and juices.
When: Monday-Friday, 7:30am-11:45am (Fitzrovia); Monday-Friday, 9am-11:45am (Bloomsbury); Monday-Friday, 7:30am-11:45am (Victoria)
Where: 43-51 Great Titchfield Street, W1W 7PQ; 1 Brunswick Centre, WC1N 1AF; 8 Sir Simon Milton Square. SW1E 5DJ
Booking a private breakfast meeting? Discover private dining options at Riding House Bloomsbury and Rail House Victoria
Book now: Riding House Fitzrovia, Riding House Bloomsbury, Rail House Victoria

il Pampero, Belgravia

What: Found within the stylish Hari hotel, il Pampero is a top choice for those looking to host a breakfast meeting in Belgravia. This all-day spot is ideal for informal catch-ups or client meetings at any time, but there’s quite the spread if you’re looking to get started early. Tuck into continental or full English options, paired with tea, coffee or juice, or opt for breakfast classics such as eggs royale, omelettes or American-style pancakes with maple syrup and blueberries.
When: Monday-Saturday, 7am-11am, Sunday, 8am-11am
Where: 20 Chesham Place, SW1X 8HQ
Booking a private breakfast meeting? Discover private dining options at The Hari
Book now: il Pampero

Brother Marcus, Various locations

What: It would take a heart of stone to say no to breakfast at Brother Marcus. Its generous Middle Eastern-inspired menus are loved by anyone who eats them, and that includes breakfast! Favourites include the sweet potato fritters with avocado, crispy kale, turmeric yoghurt and a poached egg, and the toasted banana bread with tahini, grape molasses and caramelised bananas always goes down a treat. Brother Marcus has five locations across London, each one as drop dead gorgeous as the last. We love this one for chilled breakfast meets, like a networking chat or a catch up with a colleague. 
When: Times vary across each location
Where: Various locations
Book now: Brother Marcus Angel, Brother Marcus Borough Yards, Brother Marcus Covent Garden, Brother Marcus Kensington, Brother Marcus Spitalfields

Friends Of Ours Serpentine, Kensington

What: Found within The Serpentine’s North Gallery, Friends of Ours puts a relaxed, neighbourhood-style feel on your next breakfast meeting, perfect for casual catch ups over coffee and eggs. Gather your colleagues and clients, and delve into breakfast and brunch classics with a twist - think brulee banana bread with white chocolate creme diplomat, croque madamemonsieur with flank steak and fermented chilli jam, or miso and tonka bean french toast. Plus, these menus are available all-day if you prefer a slightly later start to your meeting.
When: Tuesday-Thursday, 10am-4pm; Friday-Sunday, 9.30am-5pm
Where: The Magazine, Serpentine North Gallery, W2 2AR
Book now: Friends Of Ours Serpentine

Straits Kitchen at Pan Pacific London, Liverpool Street

What: The flagship restaurant at Pan Pacific Hotel, Straits Kitchen usually draws headlines for its vibrant fusion cooking, but allow us to let you in on a little secret. The kitchen is open every weekday morning from 6:30am, serving up everything from full English breakfasts to triple-egg omelettes to wonton soup! The modern space features neutral tones, leafy plants and excellent views of the bustling city below. A solid choice for a serious meeting in the heart of the financial district.
When: Monday-Friday, 6.30am-10.30am, Saturday-Sunday, 7am-11:30am
Where: Pan Pacific Hotel, 80 Houndsditch, EC3A 7AB
Booking a private breakfast meeting? Discover private dining options at Straits Kitchen at Pan Pacific London
Book now: Straits Kitchen at Pan Pacific London

Lina Stores, Various locations

What: Good news! Lina Stores now offers breakfast at five of its London locations, serving Italian twists on classic breakfast items washed down with max-strength espressos and creamy cappuccinos. Think pancetta and fried egg paninos, and breakfast calzone filled with mushrooms, fennel sausage and potato. It’s one of our go-to breakfast meeting spots when we want somewhere buzzy and laid-back.
When: Monday-Friday, 8am-11am
Where: Various locations
Book now: Lina Stores King’s Cross and Lina Stores Marylebone

Brasserie of Light, Oxford Street

What: Dining inside a department store might sound a bit bleak, but Brasserie of Light is anything but. This glamorous restaurant inside Selfridges is an ever-popular breakfast meeting spot, not least because of its central Oxford Street location, elegant morning menu, and Instagrammable interiors. If the 24ft tall, crystal-encrusted Damien Hirst Pegasus sculpture doesn’t serve as an icebreaker, we don’t know what will.
When: Monday-Friday, 8am-11.30am, Saturday-Sunday, 9am-11am
Where: 400 Oxford Street, W1A 1AB
Book now: Brasserie of Light

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