Cheap Eats — Best British in London

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Set Breakfast

Described as the 'archetypal ideal of a Propa Caff,' this deal remains 'every bit as awesome as it’s ever been' with thickly sliced bacon, herbless sausages, and crisp hash browns that defy London inflation.

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Full English Breakfast

Described as a "monumental" and "humongous" plate, it is considered one of the "best fry ups in town," featuring sausages, eggs, bacon, hash browns, black pudding, and fried bread.

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Grilled chicken burger

The absolute must-order item to grab from the hatch.

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Minced Beef Pie, Mash and Liquor

The non-negotiable benchmark. The pastry is superlative, but locals agree it absolutely needs a generous shake of pepper and chilli vinegar.

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Big Irish Fry-Up

The signature crowd favorite featuring Hayward’s butchers sausages, crisp bacon, and perfectly cooked eggs.

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Egg Mayo with Anchovy Sandwich

Featured on the 'favourites' board, this sandwich features tangy mayo with dill and anchovies that add 'oiliness and depth.' It is served on thick brown bread that critics describe as 'perfectly springy' with the heft to contain the generous filling.

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Full English Breakfast

The quintessential choice featuring thick, smoky bacon, soft white toast, and comforting milky brews.

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Classic Fry Up

The quintessential, piping-hot traditional English breakfast served in what critic Tim Hayward calls a "dream-like, timeless, organically grown space" favored by local cab drivers.

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Full English Breakfast

Reviewers praise the quality of the meat, noting 'nice thick rashers' of bacon sourced from the nearby Smithfield Market and 'delicious Cumberland' sausages.

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Drunken Noodles

Consistently praised by diners as a flavour-packed, reliable staple.

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Pie and Mash

Regarded as the 'best pies in London,' these are handmade fresh to order by owner Grant Castle using a 'closely guarded secret' family recipe and served with generous amounts of mash and 'white liquor.'

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Bacon, Bubble and Cheese Sandwich

Praised as a 'good and proper basic buttie' that is 'simple, sure but beautiful,' it features 'really, really, really good' bread that is soft, doughy, and showered with poppy seeds.

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Bacon Sandwich

Cited by Eater London as one of the city's best; a classic, no-nonsense arrangement of bacon on white bread that hits the spot.

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Protein Power Breakfast

A classic combo of poached eggs, smashed avocado and toast and tomatoes

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Sausage and Mash

The quintessential order; pairs best with London Smokey sausages and traditional gravy for a classic experience.

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Salt Beef Baguette

An old-school slab of meat simply adorned with pickles and mustard, it is widely considered 'the business' and ranked among the best sandwiches in London.

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Egg Mayo with Anchovies

Listed on the 'favourites' board, this classic features mayo made tangier with dill and egg whites cut into thin strips for 'proper bite and texture' on thick, springy brown bread.

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Roast Pork Bap

The absolute benchmark of the pub's limited food offering; served with crackling and apple sauce, described as 'heaven'.

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Bacon Roll

A classic breakfast staple praised for its nostalgic warmth and friendly service.

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Haddock & Chips

Described as perfect—crispy, fresh, and exactly what you want from a chippy.

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English Breakfast

This proper London caff sells exactly what you'd expect, serving traditional English breakfasts in a setting that has been a staple of Grays Inn Road since WWII.

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Ham Sandwich

An East End icon for over a century, these 'famed thick deli-cut' sandwiches on white bread are the café's most legendary offering, noted for being devoured 'surreptitiously' even by those who shouldn't.

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Minced Beef Pie & Mash

The cornerstone of the menu—crisp-bottomed pastry and well-seasoned beef filling, best served doused in their traditional bright green parsley liquor.

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Minced Beef Pie, Mash & Liquor

Relatively the best option available as the 'pastry was good' and the 'burnt pie cases added some flavour' to the meal.

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Made-to-order Sandwich

The core offering; locals describe them as 'dreamy lush' with a vast selection of fillings.

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Traditional Pie & Mash

The benchmark order with creamy mash and savory mince; heavily season the parsley liquor with vinegar for the best experience.

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Veggie Breakfast Plate

A super-filling staple featuring toast, chips, fried onions, fried egg, and a veggie sausage.