11 pancake places in London to try
Pancake Day – or Shrove Tuesday – is nearly upon us, which can only mean one thing – feasting on as many of these sweet treats as we possibly can. Whether you prefer to keep things savoury or perhaps plan to pile on the fruit (or lashings of Nutella), here are 11 of the best pancake places in London. You can thank us later!
1. Where The Pancakes Are
Best for: Pear and salted caramel pancakes
The clue is very much in the name here. Where The Pancakes Are is indeed where you will find an incredibly extensive selection of freshly-made pancakes. They also offer a ‘3-in-1’ batter that is vegan, dairy-free, and wheat-free – making it an ideal pancake pitstop for anyone with sensitivities.
Contact number: 020 3838 8810
Address: Arch 35a, 85a Southwark Bridge Rd, London SE1 0NQ
Nearest station: Borough
2. My Old Dutch
Best for: Gluten-free pancakes and dutch babies
Head to My Old Dutch for a chance to build your own pancake or opt for one of the tasty treats on their menu – such as a delicious dutch baby. If you’ve not heard of one – it’s a pancake that actually shares more similarities with a Yorkshire pudding. It’s baked in the oven, before being topped with tasty fruits and a generous scoop of ice cream.
Contact number: 020 7376 5650
Address: 221 King’s Rd, London SW3 5EJ
Nearest station: South Kensington
3. Fuwa Fuwa Café
Best for: Irresistibly puffy pancakes
Enjoy matcha pancakes at Fuwa Fuwa Café – the UK’s first Japanese soufflé pancake store. These super-light and ultra-fluffy pancakes are made from a traditional Japanese recipe that uses whipped egg whites to create a unique texture. They’re pretty difficult to try out (and master) at home, so it’s easier to let the team at this cute cafe do the hard work for you.
Address: 57A Dean St, London W1D 6AJ
Nearest station: Leicester Square
4. Bill’s Covent Garden
Best for: Indulgent buttermilk pancakes
Nestled in the quiet setting of St Martin’s Courtyard, Bill’s Covent Garden offers a cosy, laidback environment to tuck into some seriously good pancakes. Here, you’ll find a choice of three-stack or five-stack pancake plates – but you’ll need to get up reasonably early to enjoy them, as they’re only served until 11.30 am.
Contact number: 020 4512 6669
Address: St Martin’s Courtyard, Slingsby Pl, London WC2E 9AB
Nearest station: Covent Garden
5. Granger & Co.
Best for: Honeycomb hot cakes
While it’s not exclusively a pancake house, Granger & Co. had to be featured for their mouthwateringly good hotcakes, slathered in honeycomb butter. You can even switch the flavours up by adding some crispy bacon on top – the best of both sweet and salty worlds.
Contact number: 020 3848 1060
Address: 237-239 Pavilion Rd, London SW1X 0BP
Nearest station: Sloane Square
6. Senzala Creperie
Best for: French-style crepes with a Brazilian twist
Senzala Creperie in Brixton Village Market has something for everyone. From melted Belgian chocolate to homemade butterscotch sauce, and even a cheeky splash of cognac – the range of toppings offered is pretty impressive. Looking for something dairy-free? You can even pick up some tasty vegan pancakes here, drizzled in maple syrup and topped with bananas, strawberries and mixed nuts.
Contact number: 020 7274 2211
Address: 41-42 Coldharbour Ln, London SW9 8PS
Nearest station: Brixton
7. Caravan Bankside
Best for: Freshly roasted coffee (and lots of tasty pancakes)
Just a short walk away from London Bridge, Caravan Bankside is a stylish coffee bar and restaurant that serves up delicious buckwheat pancakes. A must-visit for those in need of a gluten-free pancake fix, their all-important toppings include roasted apple, lemon curd, pumpkin seed and suman praline.
Contact number: 020 7101 1190
Address: 30 Great Guildford St, London SE1 0HS
Nearest station: Borough
8. The Breakfast Club Soho
Best for: Big, fluffy American-style pancakes
The Breakfast Club Soho offers up a small yet satisfying menu of pancakes. Our favourite has to be the bacon, egg and cheese McLovin – their ‘locally’ world-famous pancakes topped with maple bacon, crispy hash browns, caramelised onion and a fried egg. Talk about indulgence!
Contact number: 020 7434 2571
Address: 33 D’Arblay St, London W1F 8EU
Nearest station: Tottenham Court Road
9. Balance
Best for: Pancakes with a healthy twist
Enjoy light pancakes with a tasty blueberry compote and a dairy-free coconut yoghurt at Balance, a popular destination for those who like their food locally sourced and packed full of nutrients. For those who like them savoury, there’s the ‘American’ – topped with poached eggs, bacon and a Cumberland sausage.
Contact number: 020 3903 6983
Address: 42-43 Lower Marsh, London SE1 7RG
Nearest station: Waterloo
10. Crepeaffaire Chiswick
Best for: Lotus Biscoff pancakes
A popular brunch spot in West London, Crepeaffaire Chiswick offers a tasty array of crêpes and waffles, along with a good selection of freshly roasted coffees and smoothies loaded with fruit. The toppings here are particularly indulgent – you can choose from Ferrero Rocher, Oreo, Nutella and Lotus Biscoff.
Contact number: 020 8994 4939
Address: 382 Chiswick High Rd, Chiswick, London W4 5TF
Nearest station: Chiswick Park
11. Fat Boy’s Diner
Best for: Savoury pancakes
For stacks of pancakes topped with gloriously crispy fried chicken, Fat Boy’s Diner in East London is all you need. Cladded out as a traditional 1950’s diner, this unique cafe has been the backdrop for celebrity photo shoots and music videos over the years. It has seen the likes of Amy Winehouse and Bastille through its doors.
Contact number: 07950 943402
Address: Trinity Buoy Wharf, 64 Orchard Pl, London E14 0JY
Nearest station: Canning Town
