English Breakfast

There’s no better place to get an English breakfast than London. One of the staples of British cuisine, the full breakfast started in the decadent dining rooms of Victorian Britain and was cemented in contemporary culture by 1950s workers looking for a filling meal to get them through the day.

The version you know today comes from Edwardian England and this traditional meal is rather substantial, with bacon, sausages, eggs, hash browns, baked beans, tomatoes, and mushrooms all laid out on a big plate. Sometimes you get a side of buttered toast too. While Britain’s history brought about many changes and different trends, the full English fry-up has remained a staple of British cuisine and identity – enjoyed among the gentry and the working classes alike.

Visitors to London can sample this British classic in many venues around the city, from upscale restaurants to retro greasy spoons. Wherever you find yourself in the city, these are some of the best English breakfasts in London for a stellar start to the day.

• Where to try: Regency cafe, Belushi's, Liz cafe
• Price: ranges from £5 to £7.5