Al's Cafe in Southwark

Excellent suburban cafe, loved the All Day Breakfast and friendly prompt service.

Cozy spot for a pancakes and bacon breakfast. Good coffee and prompt service. I recommend

Al's Cafe served a delicious full English breakfast. If I ever come back to London and find myself in this neighborhood, 100% I'll be back again. Great food, portions, value, and friendly service!

So I'm in London. Staying near London Bridge station. We decide to meet our children and friends at Al's. Two are coming from Borough, two from Canary Wharf and one all the way from Stoke Newington, seven of us in all staying in the cafe for around 90 minutes. As you can imagine we arrive at staggered intervals. As you can also imagine, this might provoke mild annoyance from less welcoming proprietors – not so here! Al's staff could not have been more helpful. We shifted from a table for two to a larger table and although we ordered at three different times it did not put them off their stride at all. We all had some variant on the English breakfast – there are 5 or 6 to choose from – and it was no problem to add or remove items either. The orange juice was fresh and tasty and the breakfast was well presented with excellent bacon and a slice of very tasty sourdough bread. The sausage was my least favourite item but it was at least well cooked and relatively tasty. The black pudding? Lovely! For a small enterprise a little off the beaten track I could not have been better served. Given that my children are in the vicinity I suspect I will become a repeat customer!

It's my go to cafe ( greasy spoon ) when I have to attend the hospital. I plan it into my day as the friendly welcome and food never fail.

Fabulous breakfast, good service.

One of the best breakfasts I've ever had, and I've had a good few. Tasted very fresh and was able to swap item that I don't like without an issue. Also I'm a proper TEA snob and I had to have a second cup it was outstanding.

Me and my friend visit this place today and the service wasn’t the best. My friend has lactose intolerance so when the tea come with milk already in it he ask to change it. And the lady said I should say it first because I made the order and enhanced “in England that is what we do”. As an asian face who live in England for almost 15years I deeply feel uncomfortable about this situation and a little bit ridiculous. But I didn’t want to make a big deal of it so I just ask her to change the tea and that is it. If you happen to be Asian appearance or have lactose intolerance I wouldn’t recommend this place.

A great first taste without the substantial price tag that some English breakfasts can be. Got the speak with the owner who also mentioned everything they make is home made! A great homey vibe! Much love from 2 Aussies 🇦🇺

Always welcoming and kind. Great food, nice cozy atmosphere

Welcoming staff, delicious meals, top smoothies, all in a warm atmosphere, very good discovery 10/10!

We had breakfast there every morning during our stay. The pancakes with fresh fruit are delicious. The person serving is charming. The prices are reasonable given the quality and quantity on the plate. I recommend

Quick service very kind and welcoming staff, delicious bacon roll!

Bit expensive food was not ss good today burnt will try again and see tho

Ok, if you want the traditional London cafes to survive, don’t walk past Al’s for a more costly and pretentious version of brunch, it’s all here. It’s proper British food, with good portions and it’s tasty and filling. The decaf coffee was flavourful and tasted like good coffee :) we will be back again when we visit. It’s cosy and friendly, and it’ll fill you up before a walk along the Thames.

Australian lad who works in the area, always get great service, great food and at a good price!

As an Australian, do not go here. The food is horrible, no atmosphere and expensive for no reason. I do not how people give this place a positive review.

It's not a bad little cafe for a Friday breakfast 😋

Love this place. Very nice location. Good food!

I recently visited and had a BLT bagel with a coffee. The bagel was really tasty and fresh, which I loved! The coffee, while decent, wasn't anything extraordinary. The café had a lively and busy atmosphere, which I appreciated, but the space is a bit tight. If it had been fully packed, I probably wouldn't have stayed. Also, the long seats weren't very comfortable for a longer visit. Overall, a good experience with great food. Food is very well priced too!

Excellent variety and preparation of food. Warm and friendly staff. Real Authentic Cafe.

At a relatively high price point, the breakfast is a bit pricey for what you get. One could argue that the location and ambiance contribute to the cost, but it's still an expensive meal for what's offered.

Found this little place on our second morning & what a little find. Staff really friendly & will definitely be coming back when in London

Very clean and unreal breakfast

Very expensive I paid 36 pound for : 1 cappuccino 1 smoothie 1 single espresso 1 pancakes with fruit 1 banana 🍌 1 sandwich

Not very busy, really nice food and smoothies. Very good value for money.

I had a good full English breakfast here and freshly squeezed orange juice. Fast service. Close to Tower bridge, Tower of London, etc.

A good honest cafe. The food is great, decent prices too. They recently stopped including tea / coffee in the breakfast cost but it's still excellent value. The staff are friendly and the food arrives quickly. Can't ask for much more. Highly recommend.

Nice cafe but ruined by dishonest staff that lie to obtain more money from the customer .

Food is ok not all that as a cafe if honest

Cozy family-owned cafe, fantastic for breakfasts (as I didn't try any meal besides breakfast). Definetely reccomend!

Really good food at Goodvalley loved them mural on the wall inside parking like anywhere in England a problem but not such a problem here as the street is quite quiet but you will be on yellow lines

Great breakfast, took the vegetarian and had a complete full of energy for the walking day awaiting for us

Very friendly staff. Delicious, abundant food and very good price. Highly recommended.

I've lived around the corner in Bermondsey Street for six years and went to Al's Cafe for the first time this week. My partner has been by himself a few times when he says he needs some carbs. On this occasion i decided to go with him and I really enjoyed my veggie breakfast with my fried egg well done as requested. They said we could take our dog inside and gave her a sausage which she ate in a matter of seconds. It's a well executed traditional cafe or greasy spoon serving an array of breakfasts along with sandwiches and jacket potatoes. The service is prompt and super friendly. The interiors are clean and welcoming. On my visit there were a mix of locals, office workers having meetings and tradespeople. It is a great place to enjoy a traditional breakfast which is value for money.

Really strange experience here. I was sat down for 4 minutes waiting for some others to join me before I was approached by a staff member and asked to move from the table I was sitting at or leave. He said his boss was watching me and was going to fire him if he didn’t come to tell me ?? How sad!! Poor guy… he must hate working in such a hostile environment, I imagine the boss treats their staff very badly if they are being blackmailed like this :( I’m still really unsure at what the problem was with me doing a very normal thing of sitting at a table & waiting to order. I was made to feel very very unwelcome so I chose to leave as I don’t want to give money to an establishment that blackmails and bullies their staff. Clearly money hungry and don’t value their customers. Shame for them as I had invited 3 other friends so they missed out on a fair bit of cash - the restaurant wasn’t full either. Wouldn’t recommend. I would however recommend that the lovely man who I spoke to gets himself a new job where he doesn’t have a controlling boss. If his boss felt that strongly - they could have spoken to me themselves rather than putting someone else in an very uncomfortable position. Classic abusive / controlling behaviour… how sad.

Great cafe with incredible owner, definitely recommend. Very friendly and great coffeee

Very cheerful staff, no frills budget food, excellent value for money, returned for another value for money lunch Payed another visit, prices have gone up, but still excellent value for money

Amazing breakfast, very friendly staff and great prices, make it your go to if you are near by.

Al’s has a family run feel that is precious amongst the estate agents and mindlessly “posh” pastry places. The team made me feel welcome and served a generous cheese Abbas mushroom omelette with fresh salad and slaw. Thank you folks! To the rest of you, use it or lose it!

Very nice spot for breakfast, good value for money. The space is really limited very small chairs and tables . Tasty.

Basic but clean,warm and friendly, food was excellent

Good food Quick service Will be going for lunch again soon

Classic greasy spoon, nice food and reasonably priced for the area.

If like us you want a surprise of a breakfast brunch or whatever head into the intimate setting of Als Cafe. A bit tight in seating with a main door close by that makes for drafts chilling nearby tables, it serves generous steaming hot platters and plates full of tasty good food. The hostess (Oznar if I recall correctly) was beyond friendly helpful and smiling as she served us. I’d highly recommend her warm chat along with the food. My full English breakfast satisfied cravings of the same and kept me warm satiated and happy. Simple homely fried eggs (we requested for no runny yolks and they delivered well) on buttered toasts with ham slices, a large mug of steaming mocha and equally large mugs of coffee and tea were just the thing as it drizzled outside. The real surprise? It’s so cosy and pretty inside with a plaster colourful mural of the Tower Bridge, delicious aromas wafting from a busy kitchen like it would at your grandmas home. Loved it all! I understand it’s popularity as we got the last table and several people waited outside till they got a seat. Well done Al 👍

I come here regularly and have never been disappointed by the food and the staff are lovely. I also highly recommend getting the avo-go-go smoothie if you want to feel like you need to balance their Big Breakfast haha.

Luogo freddo Location piccola Cibo discreto,stile Mc Donald's Servizio altrettanto discreto

I enjoy coming here for a Saturday brunch. I wish they were open Sundays.

This is a posh greasy spoon! All the offerings of a posh cafe (Salmon, avocado, poached eggs etc...) as well as proper cafe choices (full english). So there is something for everyone. I got my usual breakfast here, which I have sampled in my London cafes and it was fresh, hearty and delicious. One of the best. They have Cumberland sausages here which are meaty and flavoursome. Good coffee/tea selection too. On another occasion I got a jacket potato here with their coronation chicken which was fruity with a well balanced curry flavour. It can get quite busy at lunch, but there is a little green opposite so you can take your food away and enjoy it there on a sunny London day!

If you’re looking for a traditional English breakfast, this place is it!!! Food was absolutely perfect, can’t fault it. Everything arrived really hot and cooked to perfection. Service was so quick, seated and served within 15 minutes. Proper Heinz beans. Will defo be back!!

Went there twice for breakfast when I stayed at a hotel nearby. Had full English on one day and chicken/avocado roll on the second. Enjoyed both of them. Service is fast and people who work there are friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend!

Food was good and reasonable price.. the lady who served us was very friendly and nice .. enjoyed breakky here

Great place for a good, traditional English breakfast. Definitely a favourite of mine

Foods great just shame it wasn't slightly bigger space it fills up very quick, always busy and really popular.

Al’s. No. Nice people but not good and certainly not 4.5 rating good. So many better options nearby.

They're busy and to the point. I respect that, I also respect their food. It's done well and well priced. Would 100% recommend

This is a great cafe. Quick service, great pricing and tasty food. A good amount of seating but a small location so beware of finding a spot during peak times. Highly recommend

Fabulous service. I came in with a very large order for a crew and they didn’t turn me away. Fantastic food, great service and value for money. Would highly recommend!

Very tasty, good choice for vegetarians, good amounts of food, friendly and lots of space even on a Saturday lunchtime

So nice good morning great kick off to the day

Excellent place, good food for a good price the best on the street. Looks honest.

Food is avarage not the worst i ate but i definetly had much better english breakfast for sure. Service was great. Caffe shop its tiny table next to each other for me as i am taller tables a little to small.

Tasty home made style food at reasonable prices.

Best full English I've had for a long while.

Love this restaurant best food ever ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Great jacket potato, plenty of salad and coleslaw 😊

Did I enjoy that breakfast? I did Guv! Guilty! Quality food and well cooked, Al's cafe is an oasis of edible delight. Small and narrow on the inside, could do with larger area. A cafe this narrow must do baggettes on their menu.

Just had this beauty of a breakfast. Amazing customer service, healthy food. Super tasty. Lots of options. Come and give these guys a try. 🌞 Happy Friday ✨️

Well worth the money. Would visit again...

Good honest cafe, food is decent and always hot. What more can you ask for?

Very nice food. The venue is a little small, and when busy, you won't find a seat. That said, the staff give you time to sit down and read the menu before asking what you would like which was I feel very good customer service.

Great place for a nice English breakfast

Very good food at the right price and very friendly service

Great traditional British cafe. Family run, good portion sizes and lovely staff

Convenient and good choice of food

Good option for eat-in or takeaway lunch. Great selection of typical British cafe food, which is surprisingly hard to find locally these days. Service friendly and pretty quick but there can be long queues at peak time on busy days. Everything seems to be cooked on one grill, which doesn't bother me, but might concern those with allergies or dietary requirements, so would strongly advise letting them know if this is the case. Fair prices for London

Banging full english that arrives before you even order. And it comes with free coffee. 10/10 caff.

Gutes Frühstück zum fairen Preis. Ordentliche Portionen und freundliche Bedienung! Der perfekte Start in den Tag!

Had a breakfast here one morning, the pancakes were lovely, so good that I had them again the next morning before returning home from london. Lovely milkshakes too!

A proper diner, especially hanging the next morning - good portions and quality for cheap prices. Sub hash brown for the chips.

I love greasy spoons and this one is top of the range, slightly posher than others but really convenient after an appointment at Guys. Great staff, flexible menu.

Excellent family, traditional greasy spoon cafe (although *not greasy*, which is awesome!). We live close and it is a place we eat at at least once per week. Great breakfasts, really good lunch selections and they really care whether you’re happy with your food. An oasis (traditional well-priced cafe) in a sea of foofy expensive places on Bermondsey St. Can’t recommend enough

Great breakfast Great service and reasonable prices for the area

Good service and good food! Decent portion size. Off the main road so doesn't get overly busy!

Been to near every breakfast place in Southwark and this is the best for the money, easy.

Al's Cafe is great. Good food at a good price, served by nice people.

Fantastic food and great friendly service

Decent cafe good food and well priced. The air con made the place far to cold

Great bagel with salmon and cream cheese, friendly service.

Nice but food was cold and coffee weak.

One of the best breakfasts I have had in a while

Great traditional British cafe. Not that it’s at all greasy, just that type of cafe where the locals will go for tasty, wholesome, food. The English breakfast is very good but there is also a range of other food including excellent fruit pancakes. Quick service too from the friendly staff. A fine eating experience.

Had a brilliant lunch here yesterday. Got a table easily, got served quickly and the service was friendly and professional. I was quickly served and the food was really tasty. Proper cup of tea too. Brilliant value for money when you compare prices of other eateries in Bermondsey. Was just what I was looking for. Honest, tasty food - good selection available too. Would definitely stop by again.

This is your traditional builder's cafe and really does what it says on the tin. You get what is expected. The design is quite minimalistic and simple albeit an usually artistic illustration along the length of the wall which is pretty beautiful. I ordered the full English breakfast with all the trimmings. Sausage, hash browns, tomato and beans were especially good (would rate 8/10). The eggs were ok but didnt seem to be very wholesome/filling- was concerned that they might not be free range. The bacon wasn't so good if I'm honest, seemed to lack flavour and depth. I left the mushrooms on the plate... So. Overall a tasty meal and the coffee was good too... Like I said it was a typical builders cafe with more than reasonable prices

Too marks to an old skool cafe in gentrified bermondsey. Try the fluffy omelettes

Delicious breakfast .lovely staff .highly recommended

Fantastic food and fantastic staff. Thank you

Really good value. Great food. Lovely staff

We had a lovely, freshly made breakfast here. It is small in terms of seating area, but the food is delicious. It is clean and the service was great too.

Considering where it is, prices are very reasonable. Typical English breakfast and friendly staff.