A quintessentially traditional London greasy spoon that has served hearty English breakfasts and lunches since World War II.
Ordering Strategy
Casual seating; find a table yourself among the mix of labourers, tourists, and office workers.
What to order
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.
Steak Pudding
A hearty, traditional dish highlighted as a core part of the menu for workers, tourists, and locals alike.
Pasta
An interesting addition to a traditional greasy spoon menu, nodding to the cafe's history of originally being owned by an Italian family.
Roast Beef
Classic lunch fare that has remained a menu staple through the restaurant's long history.
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Signal Score
Signal score reflects how strong and consistent the review coverage is, not a star rating.
Top critic: Emma (80%)
Editorial Weight 56 pts
Authority + depth + recency
Agreement 0 pts
How aligned the critics are
Coverage 2 pts
How many real review signals exist
Public Signal 12 pts
Google rating + volume
Boosts 0 pts
Manual boosts + hidden gem
Review signals
0 Elite · 0 Editorial · 1 total signals
Public signal
4.6★ (594 reviews)
Good to know
A historic spot operating since WW2; located near Chancery Lane and Farringdon stations.
Locations
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