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The Breakout in London is a casual hotspot for those seeking a relaxed yet satisfying meal experience. With its convenient central location, it's a favorite among both tourists and locals. Known for its tasty and fresh offerings, The Breakout is ideal for breakfast, brunch, or lunch, serving up delicious bacon, sausages, and a selection of teas. The friendly staff add to the warm, inviting atmosphere, ensuring quick and great service whether you're dining solo or catching up with friends. With options for takeaway and dine-in, this spot also pleases with delightful desserts and coffee. Affordable prices and consistently high ratings make it a must-visit for casual dining in the city.

Price

$$$$ 1 - 10 GBP

Meals

Breakfast, Branch, Lunch

Cuisines

British

Services

Takeaway, Outdoor seating, Dine-in

Offering

Serving desserts, Serving coffee

Payment

Payment by credit card, Payment by debit card, NFC payment

Reviews and Ratings

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4.5
based on 436 reviews
4.5/5 436 reviews
South london's Finest
South london's Finest
2 months ago on Google
  • Food: 2
  • Service: 3
  • Atmosphere: 3

Nothing special was disappointed food was under cooked

Norm
Norm
2 months ago on Google
  • Food: 4
  • Service: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4

Wonderful traditional cafe, wonderful fresh food cooked or prepared to order. Welcoming friendly serving staff.

Erdoğan Bektaş
Erdoğan Bektaş
2 months ago on Google
  • Food: 4
  • Atmosphere: 3

People say this cafe serves delicious and fresh food. They highlight the reasonable prices and generous portions. They also like the friendly and helpful staff. Here’s a concise snapshot of The Breakout Cafe on Caledonian Road also known as “The Breakout” Typically open early in the morning for breakfast through. A classic Greasy Spoon cafe offering hearty full English breakfasts, Create your breakkie options, omelettes, brunch, lunch items, and pizza style dishes. Generous portions, quick and friendly service, no fuss: the atmosphere is casual, local, and clean. Pricing is generally reasonable, though a few reviews mention some dishes feeling slightly expensive compared to nearby cafes. Customers love the breakfast especially the customizable option where you pick components a la carte, e.g. eggs cooked perfectly, mushrooms well‑seasoned. On the downside, the coffee is reportedly instant so considered average by coffee aficionados. Food Safety Rating: The cafe was inspected on 28 June 2024, earning “Good” in all categories including food hygiene, cleanliness, facilities, and safety management from the Islington food authority. If you’re after a filling breakfast or brunch in a relaxed, no-frills London cafe especially in the Islington/Cally Road area The Breakout delivers hearty, well cooked dishes, fast service, and plentiful servings. It's an ideal spot for a traditional British breakfast with excellent value (just don’t expect barista‑level coffee).

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the address of The Breakout?
    The Breakout is located at 419 Caledonian Rd, N7 9BQ, London, United Kingdom.
  • How to get here by public transport?
    The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
    • Train station Caledonian Road & Barnsbury (261 m walk)
    • Bus stop The Hemingford Arms (Stop T) (409 m walk)
    • Bus stop Caledonian Road Station (Stop A) (345 m walk)
    • Bus stop Ellington Street / Arundel Square (Stop U) (427 m walk)
  • How is The Breakout rated by visitors?
    The Breakout has an average rating of 4.5 based on 436 reviews across platforms such as Google.
  • What dishes and beverages are served?
    The restaurant offers a selection of dishes such as bacon, sausages, tea, toast, along with a variety of drinks.
  • What is the average price for a meal at The Breakout?
    The average price for a meal is 1 - 10 GBP (it is cheap - $).