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Terry's Cafe | London

4.6 (2,726)$$ · Mid-range

Terry's Cafe has built a reputation as a go-to spot for a proper full English breakfast on Great Suffolk Street, with one reviewer describing it as their very first stop in London after an overnight flight. The room is a classic caff setup, busy and bustling rather than polished, and reviewers note that popularity can mean slower service at peak times. Its solidly high must-see and culture scores alongside a low trendy score point to a spot valued for tradition and reliability rather than contemporary flair. At 4.6 stars over more than 2,700 reviews, it remains a dependable choice for a hearty British breakfast.

✨ Reasons to go

  • 1Known specifically for its full English breakfast, the dish most reviewers order
  • 2A classic no-frills London caff rather than a modern or trendy café
  • 3Popular enough with travelers that some make it their first stop straight from the airport

💡 Good to know

  • 1No booking — expect it to be busy, particularly around midday
  • 2go earlier in the morning if you want faster service
  • 3the full English breakfast is the dish to order here.

⏱️ Typical visit

1h

🕰️ Best time

early morning, morning, lunchtime or afternoon

🚶 Walking intensity

Easy pace

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Address

158 Great Suffolk St, London SE1 1PE, UKGoogleApple
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Booking

Booking recommended

What people say

"Went for lunch, as usual the cafe was extremely busy, which I always assumed meant it would be a great experience. Unfortunately the service was slow (we asked three times for service), the food was decent but nothing special for the price (although sausage and bacon you can tell were proper butcher quality). There is a £1.50 surcharge to change fried to scrambled eggs?? Honestly I think value for money you'd be better off at other nearby venues."

Callum Basham