Cuisine Guide

Cheap Eats — Best British in Central London

Discover handpicked British restaurants in Central London, with what to order first at each place.

Every place here is handpicked. Signal score shows how strong and consistent the review coverage is, not a star rating.

10 restaurants

1
Regency Cafe

British Cafe · £ · Westminster

82Signal

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Set Breakfast

Described as the 'archetypal ideal of a Propa Caff,' this deal remains 'every bit as awesome as it’s ever been' with thickly sliced bacon, herbless sausages, and crisp hash browns that defy London inflation.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

2
Paul Rothe & Son

British Deli · £ · Marylebone

76Signal

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Egg Mayo with Anchovy Sandwich

Featured on the 'favourites' board, this sandwich features tangy mayo with dill and anchovies that add 'oiliness and depth.' It is served on thick brown bread that critics describe as 'perfectly springy' with the heft to contain the generous filling.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

3
Astral Cafe

British Cafe · £ · Westminster

75Signal

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Classic Fry Up

The quintessential, piping-hot traditional English breakfast served in what critic Tim Hayward calls a "dream-like, timeless, organically grown space" favored by local cab drivers.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

4
Beppe’s Café

British Cafe · £ · Farringdon

72Signal

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Full English Breakfast

Reviewers praise the quality of the meat, noting 'nice thick rashers' of bacon sourced from the nearby Smithfield Market and 'delicious Cumberland' sausages.

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

5
Russell Square Cabmen’s Shelter

British Café · £ · Bloomsbury

70Signal

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Bacon Sandwich

Cited by Eater London as one of the city's best; a classic, no-nonsense arrangement of bacon on white bread that hits the spot.

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

6
Bar Bruno

British Cafe / Italian · £ · Soho

68Signal

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Protein Power Breakfast

A classic combo of poached eggs, smashed avocado and toast and tomatoes

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

7
Mother Mash

British · £ · Soho

68Signal

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Sausage and Mash

The quintessential order; pairs best with London Smokey sausages and traditional gravy for a classic experience.

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

8
Porterford Butchers

British · £ · City of London

68Signal

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Salt Beef Baguette

An old-school slab of meat simply adorned with pickles and mustard, it is widely considered 'the business' and ranked among the best sandwiches in London.

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

9
Paul Rothe & Sons

British Deli · £ · Marylebone

68Signal

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Egg Mayo with Anchovies

Listed on the 'favourites' board, this classic features mayo made tangier with dill and egg whites cut into thin strips for 'proper bite and texture' on thick, springy brown bread.

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

10
Andrew's Restaurant

British Cafe · £ · King's Cross

55Signal

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English Breakfast

This proper London caff sells exactly what you'd expect, serving traditional English breakfasts in a setting that has been a staple of Grays Inn Road since WWII.

Useful signal, but still lighter than the standouts.

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