The greatest places for waffles in London

Fancy a Champagne toast over some waffles at London’s highest restaurant? With spectacular views of the London skyline (including a very photogenic view of The Gherkin) this swanky 24-hour restaurant is sure to impress any diner with its central location as well as its critically acclaimed food. Duck & Waffle’s namesake dish is really the star of the show here. It’s comprised of a crispy leg confit and a fried duck egg, with maple syrup to pour over a perfectly cooked waffle.

On the brunch menu, you’ll find some sweeter versions, such as the ‘Caramelised Banana Waffle’, which is served with homemade hazelnut chocolate spread, vanilla ice cream and a peanut crunch. And if you’re partial to citrus, the ‘Lemon Meringue Waffle’ is a zesty delight, served with lemon curd, Italian meringue, lemon sherbet ice cream and dill. Booking in advance is recommended for this popular spot.

We’re not talking utter waffle when we say these waffles will blow your socks off! Take your waffle obsession to the next level at this fantastic Herne Hill waffle spot. They do fried chicken and waffles, savoury stuffed waffles, waffles served with dippy eggs, and plenty of irresistible dessert waffles – we guarantee that there’s something on the menu that you haven’t tried before. Ever had a mozzarella and thyme stuffed waffle with buffalo fried chicken, blue cheese, garlic aioli, celery, rocket, walnuts, and toffee popcorn? Or marmite and mature cheddar stuffed waffle soldiers served with a dippy egg and maple brown sauce? We thought not!

And for those with a sweet tooth, we highly recommend the ‘James, Jules and the Giant Peach’ cinnamon-coated waffle, which is topped with smoked bacon, caramelised peach, rosemary honey, cream-cheese frosting, and pistachio crumb. You can opt for vegetarian versions of meat-based waffles, and a vegan menu is also available. Feel free to bring your pooch along too – Utter Waffle love dogs!

This well-loved neighbourhood bakery on the edge of Wandsworth Common serves brunch until 5pm – so don’t worry about getting up early on a Sunday! The Toast Rack Bake House has a huge brunch selection, and most importantly, some seriously good waffles on the menu too. If you love traditional Belgian waffles and people-watching in a cosy café with chilled vibes, look no further than this South London gem. They do a great no-frills waffle served with butter and maple syrup, as well as a healthier option, which is topped with berries, seeds, yoghurt and agave syrup. Why not order some sizzling hand-cut bacon on the side and some Nutella if you’re feeling particularly naughty? And if you’re in need of a bit of morning rejuvenation, they do great coffee and cocktails too (if some hair of the dog is required!).

This buzzing family-owned café is great for coffee and a sweet treat if you need to replenish your energy after an Oxford Street shopping spree. Kula Café has an extensive dessert menu with plenty of tempting waffle options, and they offer a huge range of toppings, sauces, fresh fruit, and ice creams. They pride themselves on their thin and crispy Swedish waffles, which include the ‘Naughty Kinder Bueno’, ‘Lotus and Salted Caramel’, ‘Pistachio Toblerone’ and many more. Their decadent Belgian waffles are equally delicious – with mouthwatering options to choose from such as the ‘Eton Mess’, the ‘Blueberry Cheesecake’ or the ‘Oreo Fun’. And if you’ve still got some room left after the food, their loaded milkshakes also go down a treat!

This Wimbledon diner will transport you to the 1950s with its all-American menu and retro décor. Think black and white chequered floors, booth seating and classic US memorabilia adorning the walls. In true American style, the portion sizes are generous at Waffle Jack’s, and you’ll always receive service with a smile. On the All-Day Breakfast menu, you’ll find a generous stack of freshly baked 7” waffles, which come with a healthy serving of maple syrup and your choice of bacon or fruit – or both! They also cater for gluten intolerances so you can go gluten-free with your waffles. This spot is particularly great for families due to the fun, relaxed atmosphere, and there are even interactive table games for the little ones to occupy themselves with.

This Wimbledon diner will transport you to the 1950s with its all-American menu and retro décor. Think black and white chequered floors, booth seating and classic US memorabilia adorning the walls. In true American style, the portion sizes are generous at Waffle Jack’s, and you’ll always receive service with a smile. On the All-Day Breakfast menu, you’ll find a generous stack of freshly baked 7” waffles, which come with a healthy serving of maple syrup and your choice of bacon or fruit – or both! They also cater for gluten intolerances so you can go gluten-free with your waffles. This spot is particularly great for families due to the fun, relaxed atmosphere, and there are even interactive table games for the little ones to occupy themselves with.

Rated the top 3 cafes in London, Drury certainly delivers when it comes to quality service, good vibes and delicious food. Previously rocking a Middle-Eastern concept, the venue is now embracing a more British and European menu, which seems to attract even more crowds. Drury is the place where you can invigorate your soul with a nutritious breakfast and lunch. For waffle lovers, there’s a sweet and savoury option. The first one comes with caramelised bananas, Cornish clotted cream, berries Nutella and icing sugar. The latter is topped with fried eggs, bacon, parmesan cheese, a sprinkle of chives and a side of maple syrup. Which one are you going to go for?

You can’t call yourself a waffle connoisseur without trying this signature dessert in Chinatown. Bubblewrap is a small space on Wardour Street where you can treat yourself to bubble waffle wraps. Back in 2015, the owners wanted to recreate Hong Kong street egg waffles popular in the 1950s. The launch was a success and the snack is now a global trend. It’s easy to see why; the waffles are both soft and crunchy, and the toppings are generous. There are so many options on the menu to satisfy your sweet tooth; our favourite is House Matcha with matcha base, gelato, red bean sauce and mochi. Or if you want something more westernised, why not go for Vanilla Crunch with vanilla gelato, banana, pecan and salted caramel? Simply a waffle lover’s dream.