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Welcome to The Corner Café

Located on the bustling Hercules Road in London, The Corner Café is your quintessential English café, embodying the warm, inviting, and unpretentious spirit of old-school dining. A trusted local haunt among both residents and visitors, the café offers a delightful escape from the city’s hustle and bustle, serving up a hearty menu that caters to every breakfast need.

Stepping into the café, you are greeted by an ambiance steeped in nostalgia, where vibrant conversations mingle with the alluring aroma of freshly brewed coffee and sizzling bacon. The menu features an impressive array of breakfast options, from the classic Egg & Bacon to more filling choices like Egg, Bacon & Sausage and Sausage, Bacon & Black Pudding. Prices are refreshingly reasonable, making it easy to indulge without breaking the bank.

Reviewers consistently rave about their experiences, highlighting the café's vast offerings and generous portions. Craig Murray describes The Corner Café as "absolutely delicious" and commends its fantastic service and lovely staff, ensuring that first-time visitors feel right at home. Meanwhile, Keziah, a French traveler, recalls his introduction to the full English breakfast and how it exceeded his expectations. Whether you opt for a classic breakfast fry-up or something more unique, you are in for a treat.

As you savor the classic Proper Bacon Roll or a rich Lasagne paired with chips or salad, you’ll also want to leave room for dessert. The café's offerings include comforting delights like Apple Pie with custard and the traditional Spotted Dick Pudding. Each bite is a warm embrace that rounds off your meal on a sweet note.

Despite its casual charm, The Corner Café does not compromise on quality. As Mark Marlow notes, their pukka latte is a must-try, perfect for fueling your day, especially if you’re on the way to work. And while there can be a slight wait during peak hours, as mentioned by David Napier, the piping hot meal that arrives at your table is undeniably worth it.

In short, The Corner Café is a beloved gem in London’s café scene. With its friendly atmosphere, mouth-watering dishes, and affordable prices, it’s easy to see why this spot is cherished by locals and tourists alike. Whether you’re looking for a leisurely breakfast or a quick coffee to-go, The Corner Café promises a satisfying experience that will keep you coming back for more.

Service options

Accessibility
  • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Service options
  • Has outdoor seating
  • Offers delivery
  • Offers takeaway
  • Serves dine-in
Highlights
  • Serves great coffee
  • Serves great dessert
  • Has great tea selection
Popular for
  • Popular for breakfast
  • Popular for lunch
  • Good for solo dining
  • Good for working on laptop
Offerings
  • Serves coffee
  • Quick bite
Dining options
  • Serves breakfast
  • Serves brunch
  • Serves lunch
  • Serves dinner
  • Has catering
  • Serves dessert
  • Has seating
Amenities
  • Has toilet
Atmosphere
  • Casual
  • Cosy
Crowd
  • Good for groups
  • Popular with tourists
Planning
  • Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
  • Accepts credit cards
  • Accepts debit cards
  • Accepts NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
Children
  • Good for kids
Parking
  • Paid street parking
  • Plenty of parking

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What Guests Are Saying (1262)

The Corner Cafe, my daily breakfast while visiting the UK from Australia this week - absolutely delicious! Great value, old school dining room, fantastic service and lovely staff. Staying nearby? Definitely be sure to have a meal here.... I can't wait to get back over there some day

Come here without any hesitation ! As a french guy, I had my first english breakfast here and it was simply lovely ! Tasty and a very good quantity. (The prices are also very lovely)

Proper bacon roll with several rashers, pukka latte, good prices and bang on top of the city on the way to work... Blinding little old skool cafe ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Very popular spot. Big menu, a little bit confusing at first. Everything was excellent! The ham was a little bit salty, but that's to be expected.

Great find on "whistle stop" visit to the Capital. Extremely popular and can understand why after this visit. Didn't mind the wait for breakfast (light omelette breakfast) which arrived hot and tasty. Coffee could have been hotter but overall experience was great.

As a Londoner who lives abroad, I really wanted to visit a traditional a British cafe for a fry up. This place did not disappoint, it’s a busy place and the service is polite and super efficient. They’ve got the service down pat, and I can see why The Corner Cafe is popular among the locals. I think I’ll have to pay another visit before I leave the UK and while fancy cafes are good, the breakfast and service here is something I really miss. If you happen to be in the area, check it out! Update - came back again for lunch and really wanted a roast dinner. Lovely but couldn’t finish it all, this place really gives you big servings.

Fantastic, traditional food. Excellent breakfast options with exceptionally generous portions. Brilliant value for money. Nice seating arrangements. Good facilities. Very attentive staff. Loved our food, highly recommended

Such a busy little place with delicious breakfast and beautiful staff. Very fast service, great English breakfast and despite being super busy, the staff keeps a positive attitude and beautiful spirits. Highly recommended!

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