Best breakfast in Soho: 19 totally delicious breakfast spots

Looking for Soho's best breakfast restaurants? You've come to the right place. If you're the type of person who springs out of bed at the thought of their morning bagel, then you’ll be pleased to know that London is full of brilliant places to fuel up before the day ahead. Whether you’re on the hunt for somewhere to grab a bite to eat before work, or a place to host a breakfast meeting, then these breakfast restaurants in Soho are here to help you out.

Although typically known for its pre- and post-theatre dining scene, edgy bars and cool restaurants, there are loads of breakfast places in Soho serving everything from hearty fry-ups to picture-perfect pastries. The beauty of this trendy district is its diverse range of restaurants, from edgy new spots to old-timey classics. So, whether you’re in the mood for a hot and hearty breakfast, from endless egg options to a stack of fluffy pancakes, or something a little lighter, like granola, croissants or maybe London's best bagels, there’s something here to suit you.

Let us say this: breakfast is totally different to brunch. Where the latter is typically enjoyed from 11am onwards, and often into the afternoon, breakfast is strictly a morning affair. That’s why we’ve made sure that all the spots below serve breakfast menus from the early hours of the morning, to cater for the people who wake up with an appetite.

So, if you’re going for breakfast in Soho and aren’t sure where to start, we've scoured the area for all the best and brightest breakfast spots. There is something here for every appetite, cuisine and budget. Discover modern bistros, Mediterranean-inspired spots, cool cafes and famous patisseries. These places are guaranteed to start your day off on the right note. Now, pass the bacon.

Nessa

What: Nessa is an art deco townhouse beauty on Brewer Street, and a hot spot for all-day dining, from beautifully prepared breakfasts to express lunches, and extravagant sharing style feasts. Accessible but still elegant and fun, Nessa comes up trumps every time for its delicious menus, including a breakfast offering that features its signature sausage and egg breakfast muffin, as well as a quality cooked breakfast and banana French toast.
Must-try dish: Nessa sausage and egg muffin
Where: 86 Brewer Street, W1F 9UB
Book now: Nessa

Bill's

What: A breakfast in Bill's luxurious yet relaxed setting is an ideal way to kickstart your morning. Whether you find yourself in the heart of London as a tourist, or you want to catch up with a friend on the weekend, Bill's Soho location is cute, classy and comforting. Their breakfast menu has everything from berry, maple and cinnamon porridge to eggs royale. Customise your dish as you want with a range of sides like hash browns and halloumi and wash it down with a coffee or smoothie. 
Must-try dish: You can't go wrong with Bill's double decker brekkie burger
Where: 36-44 Brewer Street, W1F 9TB
Book now: Bill's Soho

Bar Jackie

What: A bar might not seem like the most obvious choice for breakfast, but Bar Jackie kick starts the day at 7:30am with a menu of luxurious options you really shouldn’t miss. Both lighter, nutritous items and hearty cooked dishes are on the menu, with highlights including coconut chia pudding with mango and blueberries, brioche French toast with Cornish clotted cream fresh berries, and eggs benedict with Prosciutto Cotto. Glam, vintage and slightly eccentric, this unlikely breakfast spot is one you won’t forget any time soon.
Must-try dish: Keep it classic with eggs on toast, or a full English
Where: 20 Broadwick Street, W1F 8HT
Book now: Bar Jackie

Red Dog Saloon

What: If you're after a proper fried breakfast, Texas BBQ spot Red Dog Saloon is some of the best in the biz. The breakfast menu is split into classic cooked breakies, loaded omlettes, and hearty sandwiches. Fancy a real American feast? Order a stack of pancakes for the table. Portions are generous, the meat is expertly cooked, and there's mimosas and bloody marys to wash it all down!
Must-try dish: The full American breakfast (Streaky bacon, fried eggs, smoked baloney, steak Canadian, sausage patty, hash browns, pancakes)
Where: 20 Berwick Street, W1F 0PY
Book now: Red Dog Saloon

Brother Marcus

What: Known for its easy breezy Mediterranean cooking, Brother Marcus is the place to go for a taste of warmer climates. Breakfast here follows suit, offering a range of breakfast pitas stuffed with all the tasty breakfast items you might desire. Each one comes filled with labneh and kasundi relish, with options including feta and spinach with a fried egg and Aleppo butter; crispy smoked bacon with spring onion; grilled lamb kofta and fried egg; and a classic bacon, sausage, leek and egg combo. You’ll find pastries are well represented here too.
Must-try dish: Fried chicken rosti with two fried eggs
Where: 58 Poland Street, Soho, London, W1F 7NR
Book now: Brother Marcus

Jolene Soho

What: Yes, after what seemed like years of waiting, everyone's favourite aesthetic seasonal danish girlie has finally landed in Soho. The space is a beaut - a surprisingly spacious nook at the back of the Aries store - and the team whips up all the treats you know and love so well, from croissants and cookies to oat flat whites and fresh sandwiches. Soho is distinctly lacking in comfortable places to catch up with pals over good coffee and a sweet treat, so praise be for Jolene. 
Must-try dish: Jolene's seasonal fruit danishes are still elite
Where: 13 Bridle Lane, W1F 9BT
Book now: Jolene Soho

Mildred's

What: Plant-based favourite Mildred's serves up a vibrant weekday brunch at its Soho site on Lexington Street, from cardamom porridge and banana biscoff pancakes to a harissa and scrambled tofu bap with fresh herbs. Perfect if you prefer to start your day with a healthy fix, you'll find a wealth of veg-focused dishes on the menu. Wash it down with one of its homemade tea blends or fresh juices. 
Must-try dish: Banana Biscoff caramel pancakes
Where: 45 Lexington Street, W1F 9AN
Book now: Mildred's

Dishoom Carnaby

What: Dishoom has sites scattered all over the capital, including this atmospheric restaurant on Kingly Street in Carnaby. Open seven days a week for all-day dining, it's a great bet at any time of day, but you can't go wrong with one of its unique Indian-inspired breakfasts. Served from 8am in the week, start with fried eggs on chilli cheese toast, a parsi omelette with tomato, onion and coriander, or its iconic bacon naan roll with just a smidgen of cream cheese and tomato-chilli jam.
Must-try dish: The bacon naan (but strong runner up spot for the underrated fried egg chilli cheese toast)
Where: 22 Kingly Street, W1B 5QB
Book now: Dishoom Carnaby

Koya Soho

What: Koya’s breakfast is one of Soho’s great ‘if you know you know’ treats; most would assume Shuko Oda’s glorious ramen bar opens at 12 noon, but it actually opens at 10am for the true ra-maniacs. The menu is much the same (because there’s never a ‘wrong’ time to be slurping on a bowl of udon kitsune) but with one key difference - Koya’s English Breakfast ramen, which comes with egg, bacon and shiitake in a dashi broth. Dare we say it’s actually better than the original fry up?
Must-try dish: English breakfast ramen
Where: 50 Frith Street, W1D 4SQ
Book now: Koya Soho

It's Bagels Soho

What: It’s Bagels has taken London by storm, creating a bagel offering that has faithful New York energy. The Soho spot is open from 9am every morning, churning out bagels (your choice of plain, sesame, garlic, poppy, onion and more) stuffed with any combination of fried egg, cheese, bacon and sausage, as well as peanut butter and jelly bagels for sweet fiends. Grab yourself a choc chip cookie and a cup of cold brew and you’re prepped for anything the day throws at you.
Must-try dish: Bacon egg and cheese bagel
Where: 8 D'Arblay Street, W1F 8DP
Book now: It's Bagels Soho

Kettner's Townhouse

What: Every inch of cornicing and plasterwork at Kettner’s exudes history - not surprising given that the restaurant dates back to 1867, when it was first founded by chef Auguste Kettner. We dare say that Auguste wasn’t serving a five seed porridge with banana on his breakfast menu, but the spirit of Kettner’s is alive and well at at all times of day - the menu has something for everyone, and the dining room is an utterly joyful place to relax for an hour or two.
Must-try dish: Kettner's full English breakfast
Where: 29 Romilly Street, W1D 5HP
Book now: Kettner's Townhouse

Refuel at The Soho Hotel

What: Nestled inside The Soho Hotel, Refuel is a vibrant, art-filled space serving classic breakfast dishes early doors. Alongside warming porridge bowls and classic cooked breakfasts, there’s a dedicated vegan section filled with plant-based options, from scrambled tofu on toast to fruit acai bowls with granola and fresh fruit, as well as one of our absolute favourite Soho breakfast plates - a crispy, golden potato rosti with plum tomato jam and a dusting of fennel pollen. 
Must-try dish: Potato rosti, plum tomato jam, fennel pollen
Where: 4 Richmond Mews, W1D 3DH
Book now: Refuel at The Soho Hotel

Milk Beach

What: Famed for its legendary breakfasts and brunches, Milk Beach brings a slice of Sydney-style eating to the decidedly greyer climes of central London. Never mind the weather - the food is fantastic, with a wide spectrum breakfast menu that covers everything from banana bread and coffee jam to a quality avocado and poached egg on toast, or grilled mushrooms with macadamia cream.
Must-try dish: Sweet potato fritters, smoked salmon, poached eggs, dill yoghurt
Where: 14 Greek Street, W1D 4AL
Book now: Milk Beach

Maison Bertaux

What: Is anything more recognisably 'Soho' than Maison Bertaux’s blue and white awning on Greek Street? Locals and tourists alike have been gazing at its window display of house-baked croissants, cream cakes and eclairs for 140 years, and today is not much different. If you’re after an authentic Soho experience, grab yourself a pastry and a strong coffee (which is served in classic white china), and watch the world go by from one of its seats out front. 
Must-try dish: A glazed fruit tart
Where: 28 Greek Street, W1D 5DQ
Book now: Maison Bertaux

Scarlett Green

What: Part of the Daisy Green collection, Aussie-style cafe Scarlett Green serves a menu of beautiful brunch dishes every day of the week. This two-floor site offers palm-print menus, dusty pink plates, and marble-topped tables, with a bar at the front serving everything from homemade cakes to cracking cocktails. Breakfast is served everyday, with options including its fancy bacon roll with poached eggs, crispy bacon and holy f*ck hollandaise, smashed avocado on cold fermented activated charcoal sourdough with house labne and aleppo chilli, and sweetcorn fritters with smashed avocado, poached eggs, red pepper, habanero and almond sauce, feta and corn ribs.
Must-try dish: Sweetcorn fritters with smashed avocado, poached eggs, and habanero sauce
Where: 4 Noel Street, W1F 8GB
Book now: Scarlett Green 

The Breakfast Club

What: One of the most popular breakfast spots in the capital, you'll generally find a queue to get in to The Breakfast Club in Soho - especially on weekends. True to its name, this site opens at 7:30am every day, ready and waiting to serve hungry diners its range of benedicts, sandwiches, club classics, pancakes and cafe signatues. Options range from the traditional to the outrageous, with examples including a full English, breakfast burrito, fried chicken on French toast, and deep-fried chocolicious pancake balls with warm chocolate ganache. 
Must-try dish: 'Nduja and crispy fried egg tacos
Where: 33 D’Arblay Street, W1F 8EU
Book now: The Breakfast Club Soho

Café Boheme

What: Much-loved Soho stalwart Café Boheme takes its inspiration from the Parisian cafes that line the streets of the French capital. That means at breakfast time, you can expect to tuck into a cheese and ham croissant, fresh eggs with smoked salmon, or French toast topped with Chantilly cream and berry compote. Coffee comes from Grind in Shoredich, while a range of cold-pressed juices includes the likes of orange, lemon, tangerine, grapefruit, turmeric and cayenne.
Must-try dish: Eggs Benedict
Where: 13 Old Compton Street, W1D 5JQ
Book now: Café Boheme

My Place

What: After a casual spot for breakfast in Soho? This environmentally-friendly cafe is known for serving killer coffee and breakfast plates until 5pm every day. Choose the My Place breakfast which includes poached eggs, tomato salsa, mashed avocado and sourdough toast with butter and marmite, while further classic options include a kimchi cheese toastie, shakshuka and eggs benedict. 
Must-try dish: My Place breakfast burger
Where: 21 Berwick Street, W1F 0PZ
Book now: My Place

B Bagel

What: Prefer to enjoy breakfast on the go? If you're in a rush, we recommend heading over to B Bagel on Wardour Street to grab one of its epic bagels to takeaway. Alongside plenty of classic options, it offers a wealth of dedicated breakfast bagels, with fillings such as sausage and hash brown, eggs royale and cream cheese and avocado. Early risers also get a free coffee if you're an app member, making this a solid on-the-go breakfast option in Soho. 
Must-try dish: Oak smoked salmon, fried egg, avocado bagel
Where: 54 Wardour Street, W1D 4JF
Book now: B Bagel

If you're flexible enough to stretch to a brunch catch-up, we have loads more recommendations to send your way. Check out our guide to the best brunches in Soho, for example, or throw the net wider and get yourself booked in to one of SquareMeal's tried-and-tested best brunches in London.