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Whether you come for the pastries, the people-watching, or a plate of full English to break up a weekend walk, here’s your essential guide to the top places for the best brunch Primrose Hill (in no particular order).
It includes tips on what to try, links to menus, and a special brunch index to compare the cost of a coffee and a signature dish in each place.
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VIBE: Considered a hidden gem since opening spring 2022, you’ll find the cafe adjacent to the Primrose Hill viewpoint. It’s bold, colourful interior and winning takes of brunch classics are a hit with locals and visitors.
DON’T MISS: The signature granola bowls with acai or pitaya and bee pollen for a seriously healthy start.
TOP TIP: It’s a doggie friendly joint, so bring your four-legged companion in for post-walkies sustenance (for you), or grab a takeaway to enjoy up on the Hill.
BRUNCH INDEX: £3.20 for a coffee, and £10.50 for Eggs Benedict or Royale.
VIBE: Considered a hidden gem since opening spring 2022, you’ll find the cafe adjacent to the Primrose Hill viewpoint. It’s bold, colourful interior and winning takes of brunch classics are a hit with locals and visitors.
DON’T MISS: The signature granola bowls with acai or pitaya and bee pollen for a seriously healthy start.
TOP TIP: It’s a doggie friendly joint, so bring your four-legged companion in for post-walkies sustenance (for you), or grab a takeaway to enjoy up on the Hill.
BRUNCH INDEX: £3.20 for a coffee, and £10.50 for eggs Benedict or Royale
VIBE: A family-run independent café that’s all about healthy eating with no compromise on the enjoyment factor. Big on smoothies and an ideal place to explore the delightful range of sister company’s Primrose Hill Teas’ many varieties.
DON’T MISS: Square Mile Coffee at its best. Perfect to sip whilst enjoying the famous Chorizo Scrambled Eggs, or their classic Avo a la Ripe.
TOP TIP: If you plan to take a slice of cake or more up onto Primrose Hill, bring some Tupperware and they’ll give you a discount for using zero packaging.
BRUNCH INDEX: £3.40 for coffee, £12 for salmon and scrambled eggs on sourdough.
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VIBE: A family-run independent café that’s all about healthy eating with no compromise on the enjoyment factor. Big on smoothies and an ideal place to explore the delightful range of sister company’s Primrose Hill Teas’ many varieties.
DON’T MISS: Square Mile Coffee at its best. Perfect to sip whilst enjoying the famous Chorizo Scrambled Eggs, or their classic Avo a la Ripe.
TOP TIP: If you plan to take a slice of cake or more up onto Primrose Hill, bring some tupperware and they’ll give you a discount for using zero packaging.
BRUNCH INDEX: £3.40 for a Latte, £12 for Smoked Salmon and 3-egg Scramble on Sourdough.
VIBE: Super-stylish interiour decor with delicious muted off-white tones, striking lighting and curvaceous ceramics, all of which offset the splashes of colour on every plate a treat.
DON’T MISS:The Pastourma Benedict, and unusual cured beef on sourdough, with poached eggs, hollandaise and cherry tomatoes.
TOP TIP: If the sun’s out, try to grab a spot on the the post-Covid outdoor seating on Regent’s Park Rd
BRUNCH INDEX: £3.40 for coffee, £15.50 for the Arvo Full Monty
VIBE: Super-stylish interiour decor with delicious muted off-white tones, striking lighting and curvaceous ceramics, all of which offset the splashes of colour on every plate a treat.
DON’T MISS:The Pastourma Benedict, and unusual cured beef on sourdough, with poached eggs, hollandaise and cherry tomatoes.
TOP TIP: If the sun’s out, try to grab a spot on the lovely outdoor area on Regent’s Park Rd
BRUNCH INDEX: £3.50 for a latte, £15.50 for the Arvo Full Monty.
VIBE: Big on brunch every single day of the week, this neighbourhood favourite is more capacious than many of the Regent’s Park Rd Riviera’s cafés, and is bustling right through into the evenings. They boast not one, but two dedicated brunch menus, running the full gamut between pastries and granolas to substantial burgers as things head towards lunchtime.
DON’T MISS: Try the fresh crab, poached egg with hollandaise for a decadent twist on a breakfast staple, or the vegan tofu poke bowl that’s brimming with quinoa, edamame, pickled cucumber and much more.
TOP TIP: The tiki-style kerbside cabanas first introduced for social distancing purposes have become one of the star attractions of Greenberry, and are well worth booking as they are relatively weather-proof, with blankets on hand to keep you toasty.
BRUNCH INDEX: £3.50 for a latte, £15.50 for the ‘Greenberry Breakfast’ with Barrett’s sausage, streaky bacon, Portobello mushroom, and slow roasted tomato on sourdough toast.Â
VIBE: Big on brunch every single day of the week, this neighbourhood favourite is more capacious than many of the Regent’s Park Rd Riviera’s cafés, and is bustling right through into the evenings. They boast not one, but two dedicated brunch menus, running the full gamut between pastries and granolas to substantial burgers as things head towards lunchtime.
DON’T MISS: Try the fresh crab, poached egg with hollandaise and truffle oil for a decadent twist on a breakfast staple, or the vegan tofu poke bowl that’s brimming with quinoa, edamame, pickled cucumber and much more.
TOP TIP: The tiki-style kerbside cabanas first introduced for social distancing purposes have become one of the star attractions of Greenberry, and are well worth booking as they are relatively weather-proof, with blankets on hand to keep you toasty.
BRUNCH INDEX: £3.40 for coffee, £15.50 for the ‘Greenberry Breakfast’ with Barrett’s sausage, streaky bacon, Portobello mushroom, and slow roasted tomato on sourdough toast.Â
THE VIBE: The hole-in-the-wall stylings of this popular pit-stop belie its impressive output, which goes way beyond the (very good) coffee. Inside may be tiny, but they manage to fit in a small-batch roastery and bake all their muffins and breads on the premises too. While you’ll need to look further up the road for starched tablecloths, simply pulling up a stool on the forecourt of the former Chalk Farm Garage & Car Wash of a lazy morning is a modern day Primrose Hill must do.
DON’T MISS: Filled crepes are the big brunchy thing here, with plenty of vegan and gluten-free options too.
TOP TIP: Make sure you leave with a few of their fresh Brazilian Pao De Queijo cheesy bread balls, which go down surprisingly well alongside a latte or cappuccino.
BRUNCH INDEX: £3.20 for the real deal coffee, £8.90 for a Big Breakfast crepe with ham, cheese, tomato, spinach and mushroom.
THE VIBE: The hole-in-the-wall stylings of this popular pit-stop belie its impressive output, which goes way beyond the (very good) coffee. Inside may be tiny, but they manage to fit in a small-batch roastery and bake all their muffins and breads on the premises too. While you’ll need to look further up the road for starched tablecloths, simply pulling up a stool on the forecourt of the former Chalk Farm Garage & Car Wash of a lazy morning is a modern day Primrose Hill must do.
DON’T MISS: Filled crepes are the big brunchy thing here, with plenty of vegan and gluten-free options too.
TOP TIP: Make sure you leave with a few of their fresh Brazilian Pao De Queijo cheesy bread balls, which go down surprisingly well alongside a latte or cappuccino.
BRUNCH INDEX: £3.20 for the real deal coffee, £8.90 for a Big Breakfast crepe with ham, cheese, tomato, spinach and mushroom.
VIBE: A bright and airy modern glass box of a location, near the Regent’s Canal, this is a popular place to pick up some quality produce for the rest of the week, as much as it is a great spot for healthy brunching.
DON’T MISS: The sardines and capers on sourdough with red onion chutney for a break from the norm salmon and eggs. Vegans should head for the colourful mixed salad plates and bowls.
TOP TIP: Make sure you take home a jar of M&M’s very own wildflower honey, marmalade or jams to ease you through those more rushed midweek mornings.
BRUNCH INDEX: £3.40 for a coffee, £10.50 for baked salmon and soft-boiled egg on toast.
VIBE: A bright and airy modern glass box of a location, near Regent’s Canal, this is a place to pick up some quality produce for the rest of the week, as much as it is a great spot for healthy brunching.
DON’T MISS: The sardines and cappers on sourdough with red onion chutney for a break from the norm salmon and eggs. Vegans should head for the colourful mixed salad plates and bowls.
TOP TIP: Make sure you take home a jar of M&M’s very own wildflower honey, marmalade or jams to ease you through those more rushed midweek mornings.
BRUNCH INDEX: £3.40 for a coffee, £10.50 for baked salmon and soft-boiled egg on toast.
VIBE: This self-proclaimed ‘greasy spoon without the grease’ does a cracking all-day breakfast menu from 8am daily, featuring classics including bacon rolls and eggs royale, all from another pretty Primrose Hill corner, this one nestled in the middle of the hansom terraces of Chalcot Rd.
DON’T MISS: Their punchy halloumi and harissa mayo breakfast roll, or ‘Andrew’s Full Plantbase’ brekkie, featuring vegan sausage and scrambled tofu.
TOP TIP: There’s a vintage jukebox at your disposal that was curated by none other than Led Zeppelin legend Robert Plant, plus a well-thumbed selection of decent books to keep you fully entertained.
BRUNCH INDEX: £3.40 for a coffee, £15 for a Full English.
VIBE: This self-proclaimed ‘greasy spoon without the grease’ does a cracking all-day breakfast menu from 8am daily, featuring classics including bacon rolls and eggs royale, all from another pretty Primrose Hill corner, this one nestled in the middle of the hansom terraces of Chalcot Rd.
DON’T MISS: Their punchy halloumi and harissa mayo breakfast roll, or ‘Andrew’s Full Plantbase’ brekkie, featuring vegan sausage and scrambled tofu.
TOP TIP: There’s a vintage jukebox at your disposal that was curated by none other than Led Zeppelin legend Robert Plant, plus a well-thumbed selection of decent books to keep you fully entertained.
BRUNCH INDEX: £3.40 for a coffee, £15 for a Full English
VIBE: As the name suggests, this café began as a market stall selling cakes, and has grown into one of the best brunch in Primrose Hill spots for breakfast or afternoon tea, with an in-demand weekend brunch.
DON’T MISS: The New York style Reuben pastrami and sauerkraut bagel, or vegan roast red pepper and avocado version.
TOP TIP: The café’s granola and triple chocolate brownies have both won awards and can be posted out to anyone in UK, so you can ponder who you love enough for such a treat over some tea and a pastry.
BRUNCH INDEX: £3.40 for coffee, £10 for a Shakshuka.
VIBE: As the name suggests, this café began as a market stall selling cakes, and has grown into a popular spot for breakfast or afternoon tea, with an in-demand weekend brunch.
DON’T MISS: The New York style Reuben pastrami and sauerkraut bagel, or vegan roast red pepper and avocado version.
TOP TIP: The café’s granola and triple chocolate brownies have both won awards and can be posted out to anyone in UK, so you can ponder who you love enough for such a treat over some tea and a pastry.
BRUNCH INDEX: £3.40 for coffee, £10 for a shakshuka with two eggs and toast.
VIBE: A true pioneer, Manna has been serving seasonal plant-based fayre on Erskine Road since way back in 1966(!), when a meat-free diet was firmly rooted in the Camden Town counterculture. More recently the restaurant has gone 100% vegan, opening as a deli business, too.
DON’T MISS: Savoury Pancakes – American style chickpea pancakes with oven-baked mixed greens, mushroom & peppers, served with slices of homemade sausage & gravy.
TOP TIP:Â Manna’s open for lunch at the weekend (from 12:30pm) and dinner Wednesday-Sunday 6:30pm-9:30pm, closed Mondays & Tuesdays. Check the website.
VIBE: A true pioneer, Manna has been serving seasonal plant-based fayre on Erskine Road since way back in 1966(!), when a meat-free diet was firmly rooted in the Camden Town counterculture. More recently the restaurant has gone 100% vegan, opening as a deli business too.
DON’T MISS: Savoury Pancakes – American style chickpea pancakes with oven-baked mixed greens, mushroom & peppers, served with slices of homemade sausage & gravy.
TOP TIP:Â Manna’s open for lunch at the weekend (from 12:30pm) and dinner Wednesday-Sunday 6:30pm-9:30pm, closed Mondays & Tuesdays. Check the website.
VIBE: Probably the most unpretentious and recently updated café on the main drag, It’s the closest one to the grassy expanse of Primrose Hill itself.Â
DON’T MISS: The classic scrambled eggs with smoked salmon, on the vegan mushrooms on toast.
TOP TIP: The outdoor tables are a particularly good location for people-watching, from the endless dog-walker-types to regular sighting of top flight celebs.
BRUNCH INDEX: £2.95-£3.65 for coffee, £9.95 for a Full English. Deliciously sweet and savory crepes for £6.95 – £8.95.
VIBE: Probably the most unpretentious, if a little tired, café on the main drag, and the closest one to the grassy expanse of Primrose Hill itself.
DON’T MISS: The classic scrambled eggs with smoked salmon, on the vegan mushrooms on toast.
TOP TIP: The outdoor tables are a particularly good location for people-watching, from the endless dog-walker-types to regular sighting of top flight celebs.
BRUNCH INDEX: £2.95 for coffee, and £9.95 for a Full English.
VIBE: This is the latest branch of a true North London-born success story, with a casual all-day charm. Its tried-and-tested produce is already holding its own in the competitive line-up on Regent’s Park Rd.
DON’T MISS: Roni’s Scrambled; eggs and malawach flatbread, with grated cheese, harisa and a side salad.
TOP TIP:Â Make sure to take home a bag of Roni’s famous bagels or ultimate pitta bread – they’re both essential.
BRUNCH INDEX: £3.90 for a cappuccino and £13.95 for Shakshuka.
VIBE: This is the latest branch of a true North London-born success story, with a casual all-day charm. Its tried-and-tested produce is already holding its own in the competitive line-up on Regent’s Park Rd.
DON’T MISS: Roni’s Scrambled; eggs and malawach flatbread, with grated cheese, harisa and a side salad.
TOP TIP:Â Make sure to take home a bag of Roni’s famous bagels or ultimate pitta bread – they’re both essential.
BRUNCH INDEX: £3.90 for a cappuccino and £13.95 for Shakshuka.
VIBE: A bright and airy corner spot tucked away from the main drag down Gloucester Avenue.
DON’T MISS: Try the savory crepes, with salmon, tuna or ratatouille.
TOP TIP: Pair a visit to Jolie Corner with an exploration of nearby Regent’s Canal towpath, which you can join down the ramp opposite – left for Camden Market, or right for London Zoo.
BRUNCH INDEX: £2.40 for coffee. £12.95 for a full English.
VIBE: A bright and airy corner spot tucked away from the main drag down Gloucester Avenue.
DON’T MISS: Try the savory crepes, with salmon, tuna or ratatouille.
TOP TIP: Pair a visit to Jolie Corner with an exploration of nearby Regent’s Canal towpath, which you can join down the ramp opposite – left for Camden Market, or right for London Zoo.
BRUNCH INDEX: £2.40 for coffee. £12.95 for a full English.
It’s Bagels is the uber-popular New York-style schmears and lox joint, with impeccable in-store stylings and properly authentic bagels if that’s your brunchtime focus.
Little Bread Pedlar is the hole-in-the wall spot for top quality sourdough and pastries, and you can perch on a stool inside or a bench out front if you fancy a coffee, although spaces are very limited.
Primrose Bakery turned into a takeaway during lockdown and stayed that way, but their famous cup cakes set in an adorable bakery, are ideal to pick up as a treat for when you get to the top of the Hill or need to find that special birthday cake for friend or family.
Anthony’s Deli is a stalwart of the Regent’s Park Rd café scene, having just reopened after a neat refurb, it’s back serving panini filled with Italian produce and freshly baked pastries, all from a charming little corner vantage. If weather permits, try and snag a pavement seat beside the large Royals with ABBAtude street art by mysterious local spray can champ Bambi.
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