Come rain or shine the queue outside the Breakfast Club is a permanent fixture. I have often tried to visit this popular cafe but have been discouraged at every branch (there are four: Soho, Angel, Hoxton, Spitalfields) by the wait. Sitting down in the back of the cramped Soho branch, I admired the boho decor and hippie vibe.
The menu has a variety of breakfast classics, brunch necessities and other dishes that fill in the gaps and provide for hungrier customers. I’d gone for a run that morning just so I could indulge.
A fruity, refreshing and sweet virgin apple Mojito quenched my thirst – made with mint, lime and pressed apple, it is the perfect breakfast juice option for cocktail lovers. Then I ordered a large strong cappuccino to accompany the food. My friend tried the ‘Return of the Red Eye’ smoothie jammed full of berries (blueberry, raspberry, passionfruit, orange), it tasted wholesome and healthy though could have been a bit sweeter. Apparently this drink is a good hangover cure.
Food came quickly, and thank god, because I was starving. The Breakfast Burrito is my ideal meal, involving many of my favourite ingredients. A hefty portion of spicy grilled chorizo wrapped in a tortilla with guacamole, fried pepper, melted cheese and with salsa and sour cream on the side. Eyeing the huge portion, I never thought I’d finish it, but it was so delicious my fork automatically went back for more.
Pancakes with Red Fruits and Vanilla Cream were as wonderful as they sound, fresh soft pancakes with lightly caramelised edges. The fruit and sweet cream made each mouthful even more heavenly… another dangerously moreish dish.
Apple and Cinnamon French Toast was an innovative treat. Adding seasoned fruit to the American classic gave a spicy kick. Alternative toppings might have been heavy but the soft apple was the perfect match.
Dining at The Breakfast Club is like waking up on the right side of the bed, it is just a happy, good feeling. I am definitely adding it to my list of weekend favourites.
Brunch is served 9-5pm every day. If you don’t want a wait arrive early.
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