Smithfield Cafe

4.0 ( 167 reviews )
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£1–10
59 Long Ln, City of London, London EC1A 9EJ, United Kingdom
+44 20 7606 7659
At Smithfield Cafe, culinary simplicity meets comfort in the heart of London. Renowned for its exceptional breakfasts and hearty lunches, this unpretentious spot serves up traditional dishes with a touch of charm. Patrons rave about their Full English breakfast, perfectly cooked and generously portioned, providing the ideal start to any day. With a stellar selection of tea and coffee, the cafe caters to those seeking a quick bite or a leisurely brunch. While the ambiance is casual and the space cozy, the flavors are anything but small. Smithfield Cafe invites you to enjoy quality food at reasonable prices, making it a beloved gem for locals and travelers alike.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • No wheelchair-accessible car park
    • No wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Service options
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Has great tea selection
  • Popular for
    • Popular for breakfast
    • Popular for lunch
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves late-night food
    • Quick bite
  • Dining options
    • Serves breakfast
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dessert
  • Amenities
    • No toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
  • Planning
    • Doesn't accept reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards

Reviews For Smithfield Cafe

Ash Davies
Mar 31,2025
Exactly the kind of café my hangover needed, no frills traditional local greasy spoon. The "Travellers Grill" provides exactly the experience one would expect, will definitely stop by next time I'm in town.
Bowser Grrr
Mar 20,2025
Unpretentious and reliable cafe for a full English breakfast. Bit on the small side but that’s the charm. Also the door is really close so you get plenty of ventilation. The prices are reasonable for London. I get also get chips and a fried slice! What’s there not to like?
Darren Cuddy
Mar 18,2025
It's a very pleasant old fashioned cafe. The food is very simple but high quality and excellent value.
pete chivers
Mar 10,2025
As others have said, it's basic but that's how cafes used to be in the UK....no WiFi no flat screen TV's. Service, cost and food good.
Jan Sos
Feb 21,2025
Love this place for a good Special Grill (Full English) and a mug of tea/coffee. Prices still very reasonable. Formica table tops, Smithfield on your doorstep. What more could you want?
Ryan
Feb 15,2025
Really enjoyed the English breakfast on offer here. Plenty of variety and can add items as desired to you meal. Portions were huge. Price was very good and was a winner for us. Come here to enjoy a nice chat with the owner and staff, who were very friendly.Salamat!
Claire Shepherd
Feb 7,2025
Traditional greasy spoon cafe but reassuringly it felt cleaner rather than greasier! Just the ticket on a hungover Sunday morning. Run by lovely older couple and very cheaply priced.
Fergus Dyke
Jan 25,2025
No fuss, no frills. But a great value, well cooked, very enjoyable breakfast. Full of taste, set me up for a day of travel.

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