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The Black Penny - Covent Garden, London, Greater London

The Black Penny - Covent Garden

4.6
4.6
39 Reviews
£25 and under
Cafe Dining

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2 people
19:00
Booked 10 times today
  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
The Black Penny Covent Garden is a unique cosy café, with bare brick walls, only a stones throw away from Covent Garden. 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'. Speciality coffee created at the hands of the skilled baristas is what keeps regulars coming back for their daily caffeine fix. In the mornings through lunch you can expect The Black Penny to be a popular go to café. The Black Penny values sustainability, therefore we work closely with London's best companies to ensure we meet these values. We welcome you through our doors each day, so be sure to 'find a penny' soon.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cafe Dining, Breakfast, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 08:00–17:00 Kitchen Daily 08:00–16:00
  • Phone number
    020 7242 2580
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 39 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • London

    Great for brunch

  • West End London

    Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Black Penny - Covent Garden offers delightful experiences with "amazing staff" and "excellent food." Known for its "fantastic breakfast spot," guests appreciate the diverse menu, fresh produce, and relaxed atmosphere. While busy, booking ensures a smooth visit. A "hidden gem" perfect for brunch, featuring vegan options and tasty coffee.

39 Reviews
  1. Jeff

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Late due to train delays, staff arranged later booking, great food as always

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  2. Andy

    Berkshire

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food & service for brunch, will definitely be back.
    The Black Penny - Covent GardenResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you Andy :) Take care, TBP

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  3. Alison

    Hertfordshire

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was lovely, as were hot drinks and Prosecco. We had a buyagift voucher that covered these. We had booked a table online but were berated by a member of staff for not mentioning when booking. I had previously emailed The Black Penny to book a table with voucher was told to just turn up and show voucher. So was confused when there was an issue. There was some building work going on behind the wall next to us so was noisy.
    The Black Penny - Covent GardenResponded 5 days ago
    Dear Alison, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. Firstly, apologies for the work going on next door, we're sure this won't be going on for much longer. Apologies for the miscommunication regarding the booking, we'll take this opportunity to remind employees on how to better speak to customers. Happy to hear you have enjoyed our food and beverages as to be expected. Take care, TBP.

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  4. Mélanie

    London

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    This is still for me the best English breakfast in town, food is so good ! But the reception is very bad. When we went inside they were no welcome or cheers.. the waitress after was so nice though, and we felt more comfortable then. But same when we left, all the waiter had no smile on the face and never said goodbye or good day.. what a shame for such a nice place..
    The Black Penny - Covent GardenResponded on 13 November 2024
    Dear Melanie, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We’re delighted that the food made such a positive impression on you. At the same time we're sorry to hear that the initial reception and farewell didn’t reflect the warmth we aim to offer every guest. Your feedback is incredibly valuable, and we'll be sharing it with our team. We hope to welcome you back soon for another delicious breakfast and an even better overall experience. Take care, TBP

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  5. Carol

    Kent

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Lovely brunch before heading off to the theatre for a matinee performance. Great food and service and good value. As you might expect on a Saturday morning it was busy and so a little lively but we did book ahead and would recommend others do the same. We’ll definitely be back.
    The Black Penny - Covent GardenResponded on 12 November 2024
    Dear Carol, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We're happy to hear you enjoyed what The Black Penny has to offer :) Hope the show was great too. Take care, TBP

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  6. Alessia

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Il miglior posto per una vera colazione inglese! Molto apprezzato e dipendenti molto molto gentili! Consigliato!!
    The Black Penny - Covent GardenResponded on 5 November 2024
    Thank you Alessia :)

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  7. Victoria

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We absolutely loved our breakfast at The Black Penny, the food was delicious, good fresh produce and nicely presented. All the team members were so friendly and helpful. We particularly liked the decor and the atmosphere of the breakfast room in the basement, particularly the old fireplace and stove. We will definitely return.
    The Black Penny - Covent GardenResponded on 5 November 2024
    Thank you Victoria :)

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  8. julia

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great staff, amazing food, recommend booking, you wont be disappointed
    The Black Penny - Covent GardenResponded on 5 November 2024
    Thank you Julia : )

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  9. David

    Buckinghamshire

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a fantastic place. Excellent freshly cooked food, with a great range of options. So many options will have to return many times to work my way through. Well paced and not rushed - so rare for London. Thank you
    The Black Penny - Covent GardenResponded on 5 November 2024
    Thank you David :)

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  10. E.J.

    Bath

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a pleasant surprise, specially their coffee
    The Black Penny - Covent GardenResponded on 16 October 2024
    Thank you E.J.

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The Black Penny - Covent Garden is rated 4.6 stars by 39 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 10 times today
Google Map for The Black Penny - Covent Garden

34 Great Queen St, London, Greater London WC2B 5AA

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Covent Garden
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 08:00–17:00 Kitchen Daily 08:00–16:00
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cafe Dining, Breakfast, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wine
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