Best Brunch in Putney: A Local’s Guide (2023)
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Looking for the best brunch in Putney? Southwest London is one of the best places for brunch, and most venues serve unlimited alcohol alongside it! So whether you’re looking for bottomless mimosa or just avocado on toast, Putney has some of the best brunch spots in London.
Whether you’re looking for a birthday idea, a fun weekend plan or a casual spot to eat brunch, Putney is a great place in Southwest London to grab brunch.
Whilst I may be biased (I live here), Putney is one of the best spots in London for a lot of things. Its pubs, beer gardens, walks, live music, roast dinners and of course, brunches. From fluffy pancakes to bottomless mimosas, I’ve listed the best places to grab brunch if you’re in the Putney area.
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Best Brunch in Putney: A Summary
The term ‘brunch’ can be used to describe a meal between breakfast and lunch. In England, it’s now a popular social activity which can take place on any day of the week.
Whilst most meals include some kind of eggs, avocado and sourdough bread, brunch has now extended to pretty much anything you can imagine – pizza, burgers, chips and hotdogs have also been known to appear on brunch menus in London!
Whilst typically served between the hours of 10am-2pm, with rising popularity, brunch can now be an all day social event. Some brunches in London don’t even start until 4pm (although, I kind think this is more of a ‘drunch’ – dinner/lunch).
Unless you’re visiting one of the bigger venues, you do not need to pre-book a brunch. However, if you’re visiting with a group at a peak weekend time, it may be worth booking ahead of time. If you’re planning on doing a ‘bottomless brunch’ (a brunch with unlimited alcohol) most venues require pre-booking.
Below I have listed the best brunches in Putney, an area in Southwest London. If you find all of the brunches in Putney are fully booked, check areas such as Battersea, Clapham and Wimbledon for other brunch options!
Best Brunches in Putney
1. Yum Sa
📍Location: 3, 88 Plaza Gdns, Upper Richmond Rd, London SW15 2DT
💸 Price: £80 unlimited Veuve Clicquot OR £40 unlimited House wine or beer OR £30 food only.
⏱️ Brunch timings: Weekends only
📅 Brunch booking link: Yum Sa Putney Brunch
🍳 Brunch menu: Thai dishes including dim sum, pad thai and steamed sea bass. The food is unlimited so you can order as many dishes as you’d like (as long as you can eat them all!)
If you’re looking for a classy brunch spot and al fresco dining, head to Yum Sa, located directly opposite East Putney station. Yum Sa is known for its Thai food and is the perfect brunch spot in Putney.
Their menu aims to engage all senses, from traditional recipes, spices and beautiful presentation. It’s quite the experience! You can also upgrade to drink unlimited Veuve Clicquot for £80 per person, or £40 if you’re happy with regular beer and wine.
But if you’re more into just filling your stomach with unlimited Thai food, the brunch itself is only £30. Whilst their starters and mains range from everything between pad thai, satay gai and sticky tamarind-rubbed chicken, their dessert is one of the best things on the brunch menu. Stick around for their tender coconut ice cream with caramelised banana fritter and you won’t be disappointed!
2. Coppa Club
📍Location: Putney Wharf, SW15 2XJ
💸 Price: Dependent on menu choice
⏱️ Brunch timings: Weekends and bank holidays 9am-3pm
📅 Brunch booking link: Coppa Club Putney Brunch
🍳 Brunch menu: Breakfast options range from eggs to avocado, then lighter midday snacks include burgers, fishcakes and steak
Coppa Club is the perfect brunch spot in Putney if you want unbeatable views of the river and a cosy lounge atmosphere. Whether you’re visiting with friends for an occasion, or simply want brunch on the riverside, Coppa Club offers one of the best brunches in Putney.
Or book a riverside igloo set up with cosy blankets, homey decor and an extra bit of privacy. Note you need to book quite far in advance; igloos in Putney Coppa Club sell as quickly as Glastonbury tickets in the summer!
3. Tequila Mockingbird
📍Location: 4-6 Putney High St, London SW15 1SL
💸 Price: £30-45
⏱️ Brunch timings: Select weekends (see website) 1-3.30pm
📅 Brunch booking link: Tequila Mockingbird Brunch, Putney
🍳 Brunch menu: 90 minutes bottomless frozen Margaritas, Prosecco and beers and pizzas.
Tequila Mockingbird’s La Fiesta Bottomless brunch is more of a party event than a dining experience (which is perfect if you’re ready to dance the night away). Serving unlimited booze and pizzas, you’ll be greeted by sombrero wearers hosting party games, classic party pinata and even a limbo competition.
If you’re lucky, you may even spot their traditional flamenco dancer 😅. It’s definitely one for the partiers of Putney and will leave you feeling wavy. If you need a good pub to head to after the brunch, check out my Putney pub guide here.
4. Smuggler’s Cafe
📍Location: 58 Lower Richmond Road, London, SW15 1JT.
💸 Price: Dependent on menu choice
⏱️ Brunch timings: All day every day (until 5pm)
📅 Brunch booking link: Smuggler’s Cafe Brunch
🍳 Brunch menu: British inspired with everything from pastries, cakes, pancakes, sandwiches and halloumi
Smuggler’s Cafe is a family-friendly, light brunch cafe perfect for sipping coffee and watching the world go by. Locals love Smugglers for its homely vibes, delicious food and freshly made smoothies. Stop by after a long bike ride or a walk through Bishop’s Park.
Brunch is reasonably priced, with most meals being under £10, including their well-known incredible blueberry pancakes with clotted cream (I highly recommend!)
5. Tried & True
📍Location: 279 Upper Richmond Rd, London SW15 6SP
💸 Price: Dependent on menu choice
⏱️ Brunch timings: Weekends 8.30-4pm or weekdays 8-4pm
📅 Brunch booking link: Tried & True Putney
🍳 Brunch menu: Light breakfasts, lunches and coffee
Tried & True is a small neighbourhood cafe serving pancakes, spicy chorizo, banana bread, sandwiches and salad boxes throughout the week. It’s known for its friendly and personal service and is another great homely, cosy cafe for brunch in Putney.
Tried and True is actually my favourite cafe in Putney to take my laptop and grab a coffee. It has an extensive brunch menu, with items such as avocado toast, halloumi, bagels, salmon and more. It’s definitely one of the best brunch options in Putney!
Plus, it has a large outside garden, so you can take your laptop, sit in the sun and enjoy a cappuccino!
6. Home
📍Location: 146 Upper Richmond Road, London, SW15 2SW
💸 Price: Dependent on menu choice
⏱️ Brunch timings: Weekends 10am-3pm
📅 Brunch booking link: Home Putney Brunch
🍳 Brunch menu: 2 for 1 daiquiri and margaritas, healthy brunch and breakfast plates such as shrimp burgers and eggs benedict
Brunch at Home in Putney has a friendly and relaxed vibe with lots of healthy options and fresh food. Whether you choose from the slow-cooked ham hock eggs benedict or the vegan Amazonian chilli, it’s the perfect spot in Putney for brunch. Home also has an al fresco dining area making it perfect for sunny weekends in the summer.
7. Social Brew Cafe
📍Location: 38-40 Lower Richmond Rd, London SW15 1JP
💸 Price: Dependent on menu choice
⏱️ Brunch timings: 8 am-4 pm daily
📅 Brunch booking link: Social Brew Putney
🍳 Brunch menu: Acai bowls, deli counter, coffee, sandwiches, eggs, burgers, pancakes
Proudly labelling themselves as the best one-stop for award-winning coffee, Social Brew is another strong contender for the best brunch in Putney. With mouth-watering acai bowls, homemade meals and freshly made smoothies, Social Brew is the perfect spot for a cosy breakfast or brunch.
If you’re heading there for the first time, I recommend the coffee-infused French toast with caramelized bananas. It is amazing!
8. The Dynamo
📍Location: 200-204 Putney Bridge Road, London, SW15 2NA
💸 Price: Dependent on menu choice
⏱️ Brunch timings: Everyday from 8am
📅 Brunch booking link: The Dynamo Brunch Putney
🍳 Brunch menu: Brunch, pizzas and coffee
The Dynamo is perfect for a quick bite or a weekend daytime catch-up with friends. Dynamo has a large outdoor seating area, offers pizzas on weeknights and an extensive brunch menu during the day.
If you’re visiting for the first time, I recommend the Full Dynamo which is corn & herb fritters, streaky bacon, smashed avocado, halloumi and sriracha aioli, or their standard eggs on toast which still tastes better than any egg on toast you can make at home. The Dynamo also doubles up as the perfect evening hangout with a pint or glass of wine.
9. East Putney Tavern
📍Location: 94-98 Upper Richmond Road, SW152SP
💸 Price: £35 two courses, £39 three-course
⏱️ Brunch timings: 12-4pm (Saturdays only)
📅 Brunch booking link: EPT Booking Link
🍳 Brunch menu: EPT Brunch Menu. Drinks include unlimited prosecco or bellinis.
Undoubtedly, one of the best bottomless brunches in Putney is in the East Putney Tavern (known as the EPT to locals).
Spread across all three floors, the boozy brunch allows you to endlessly drink prosecco for 2 hours, along with either a 2 or 3-course meal. Their brunch is popular and is only available between 12-4 on Saturdays, so make sure you book in advance. Oooh, and top tip, make sure you try the buttermilk waffles with caramelized syrup and the nduja croquettes to start.
Bottomless brunches in Putney
Bottomless brunches are when there is an unlimited allowance of alcohol. The type of alcohol depends on the venue, but most offer either prosecco, mimosas, Bloody Marys and occasionally, beer or wine.
Bottomless brunches do not usually happen every day, and are usually during set times on the weekend. Be sure to check each venues website for specifics.
The best bottomless brunches in Putney include:
- Peachy Queen
- East Putney Tavern
- Revolution Putney (also known as ‘Revs’)
- Coppa Club
- Tequila Mockingbird (themed brunches)
- Yum Sa
Also check each venue’s Instagram to see if there are themed parties or events happening at their bottomless brunches. These can change weekly.
Where to stay in Putney, London
If you’re visiting Putney for the first time and need a place to stay to check out the area, here are some of the best-located apartments and hotels.
- 3 Bedroom Private Apartment: for a cosy and quintessential apartment with garden space in the heart of Putney ➡ CHECK PRICES HERE!
- Modern Flat on Putney High Street: the perfect location for travelling in and out of London on a daily basis! ➡ CHECK PRICES HERE!
- 1 Bedroom flat with Patio: five minutes from the high street, this apartment is on the River Thames and has a beautiful setup! ➡ CHECK PRICES HERE!
Getting around Putney
Southwest London isn’t as tricky to drive in as Central London, and most people in the area own a car. If you’re visiting for a short amount of time, it may be worth hiring a car to get around to some of the parks, attractions and museums.
If you’re looking to hire a car in London, we rent our cars from this company. They’re reliable, cheap and have car rentals all over the world! ➡ You can check out the prices for car hire in London now!
If you don’t want to drive, there are regular trains until midnight and buses in Putney 24 hours a day. You can use your contactless card on both trains and buses in London.
For cheap train tickets to and from London, check out Trainline. We book with them whenever we are leaving the city, and want to get to other locations in the UK (including airports). ➡ CHECK TRAIN PRICES NOW!
Best brunch in Putney: In a Nutshell
So, there you have it! Everything you need to know about the best brunches in Putney. When you’re planning a trip to Southwest London, make sure you let me know over on Instagram or in the comments below!
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Jennie x
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- BEST Restaurants in Putney: Updated Guide
- Best Pubs in Putney: A Local’s Guide
- Fun Things To Do In Putney, London: A Local’s Guide
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