Best Restaurants for Afternoon Coffee in Lambeth

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CheshuntCity of LondonDocklands & Canary WharfEast LondonNorth LondonNorth West London

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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A photo of The Black Penny Southbank restaurant

1. The Black Penny Southbank

4.4

Awesome(46)

££££Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • Lambeth

Booked 18 times today

Welcome to The Black Penny Southbank! We offer our customers freshly prepared brunch, salads, speciality coffee, classic and unique cocktails. Gourmet brunch is at the heart of what The Black Penny is famous for. Signature dishes include 'The Hunter' & 'The Gatherer', which is our take on the full English breakfast. Other signature dishes include 'Wild Mushroom Polenta Hash', 'Salt Beef' and 'Crispy Duck' hashes (try pairing with some of our fine wines and Penny cocktails). If you fancy something sweet try 'The Brioche French Toast'. With it's antique style of interiors, vibrant music and attentive staff in South Banks new development next to the London Eye, We're sure you'll find a penny on your list of exciting places to visit.The Black Penny values sustainability, therefore we work closely with London's best companies to ensure we meetthese values.

A photo of Slug & Lettuce - County Hall restaurant

2. Slug & Lettuce - County Hall

3.3

Good(21)

££££Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Waterloo

Perched right by the London Eye, Slug and Lettuce County Hall is a stylish and inviting bar with a touch of decadence. Our outdoor terrace is the perfect spot to relax with one of our famous cocktails and enjoy the vibrant views of London passing by. For a quieter dining experience, our recently added downstairs area offers a cozy escape from the energy of the main bar.With something for everyone, you’ll love the upbeat atmosphere and great deals on food and drinks throughout the week. Explore our spirit emporium, filled with gins, rums, tequilas, and an extensive wine list. We also offer cocktail trees featuring crowd favourites like the Pornstar Martini.The menu is crafted for sharing, with tapas and tasty bites, alongside lunchtime classics like subs, wraps, and lighter dishes. Whether you’re joining us for a quick coffee, a leisurely lunch, or an evening cocktail, Slug and Lettuce County Hall promises an experience you’ll want to return for again and again.

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3. The Market Coffee House

4.5

Awesome(384)

££££Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Liverpool Street

Booked 5 times today

Nestled into the corner of Spitalfields, we have recently re-branded as a small plates bar, cafe & restaurant, serving up wonderful seasonal plates made with the freshest ingredients, cakes & pastries. All alongside an extensive range of British & Belgian beer, self-imported French wine, Andronica's marvellous coffee & tasty cocktails. Our bar is the product of over 20 years’ work by couple Kay and Peter Sinden, who have now passed on the daily running of the place to their own children. A daily set lunch allows for the perfect environment for a quick lunch meeting & to impress your clients. Rooms are also available for private hire. Please enquire for details. Expect a lovely cosy interior, carefully hand-crafted by Peter himself, and a warm, welcoming team. We so look forward to seeing you!

4. Ivy Market Grill

4.3

Awesome(18697)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Covent Garden

Booked 193 times today

Sibling of the classic Modern European eatery offering walk-in seats in a polished, elegant space.

A photo of The Ivy Soho Brasserie restaurant

5. The Ivy Soho Brasserie

4.4

Awesome(11097)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Soho

Booked 167 times today

Artworks, marble and onyx provide a relaxed, elegant backdrop for a vast, all-day British menu.

A photo of Dean Street Townhouse restaurant

6. Dean Street Townhouse

4.6

Exceptional(4708)

££££Price: Expensive

• British • Soho

Booked 99 times today

Located in the heart of London’s Soho, Dean Street Townhouse is set inside two Georgian buildings and offers an all-day menu with a focus on British classics, including a traditional Sunday roast, English breakfast and afternoon tea. The dining room and bar feature vintage armchairs, contemporary British art, wooden floors, and an open fire in the parlour, while the front terrace offers views of Soho. For tables of up to 14, The Snug offers semi-private dining, or take over the parlour for standing events of up to 40. For more information, please contact privateevents.centrallondon@sohohouse.com.

A photo of Harry's Marylebone restaurant

7. Harry's Marylebone

4.2

Awesome(2026)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Marylebone

Booked 60 times today

Harry's Bar is an Italian restaurant located between Oxford Street and Marylebone, the restaurant and bar is the ideal spot for those looking to pop in and enjoy afternoon coffee, cocktails, light bites and of course, breakfast, lunch dinner and weekend brunch.

A photo of Savoy Grill – Gordon Ramsay restaurant

8. Savoy Grill – Gordon Ramsay

4.7

Exceptional(7931)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• British • Covent Garden

Booked 52 times today

Savoy Grill by Gordon Ramsay is without doubt one of London's most legendary restaurants with a plethora of menus to choose from, reviving recipes from the original Chef's days in the kitchen back in 1889.

9. Gouqi London

4.6

Exceptional(249)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Chinese • Charing Cross

Booked 6 times today

Chef Owner, Tong Chee Hwee, former Group Executive Head Chef of Hakkasan, has returned to launch Gouqi, an Award-Winning, Fine Dining Chinese restaurant located at 25-34 Cockspur Street, St James's opposite the Canadian Embassy, Trafalgar Square. The restaurant name derives from the goji berry, a symbol of health and vitality that inspires the ethos of the restaurant. Using premium produce sourced from around the globe, the menu offers an abundance of flavours, techniques, and ingredients. The Berri Bar offers Asian inspired cocktails and an eclectic wine list.Gouqi seats 100 guests, including 2 private interconnecting dining rooms; Crimson & Ruby, which seat 10 and 12, or combine to accommodate up to 22 guests.Pre-orders required: Legendary Peking Duck 24hrs, Emperor’s Lobster Soup with Rice Pin Noodle and Crispy Rice 24hrs, Dim Sum Afternoon Tea 24hrs, and Live Norwegian King Crab 72hrs.

10. Gaucho Piccadilly

4.5

Awesome(10721)

££££Price: Expensive

• Steak • Piccadilly

Booked 61 times today

This Mother’s Day, treat your Mum to an unforgettable dining experience at Gaucho. Tuck into a traditional Sunday Roast with an Argentine twist, or dine from our delicious à la carte menu, accompanied by an extensive selection of wines from Argentina and beyond. Gaucho Piccadilly is our flagship restaurant, housed in a stunning townhouse just off Regent Street, offering the ultimate Gaucho experience in the heart of the West End. Here, you’ll find impeccable Argentinian steaks, vibrant Latin American flavors, and a perfectly curated drinks list, all served with elegance in the former residence of a Spanish Ambassador.

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