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Nº 245 in 1508 in Islington

Nº 43 of 240 Other cuisines in Islington

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The French toast is a must try! 10/10.

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N B . 2024-10-29

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Dissapointed. It's a nice place and I have eaten there before and the staff are always friendly. But my last breakfast was below average this time. We were led to a table and ignored for five minutes. A couple came in and sat next to us and the waiter immediately tried to take their order first. When the food arrived it was taken to the wrong table. One poached egg was perfect, the other badly under cooked (I didn't have time to complain). The toast was hard to cut with the blunt knife provided. I did not enjoy my dining experience.

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Christian . 2024-10-29

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Such a family friendly place that never fails to deliver!

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Isabel Boanas Evans . 2024-10-26

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I've been meaning to write a review for Beam for ages, so tonight I thought I would. They definitely do one of the best veggie breakfasts around Highbury but my favourite are the salads, in particular the halloumi salad is a must try 😋yum!

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Maria Gerardo . 2024-10-24

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This is honestly my FAVOURITE place for breakfast. Ever. The food is amazing and the staff are even better. You can tell this place really has a fabulous workplace culture, because everyone who serves is helpful, smiley and efficient. And it’s always the same faces, so it’s clear that the team really like working here (always a good sign and highly unusual these days). So when I am down in London (I have a flat round the corner), going here for breakfast is part of my routine that I look forward it. It’s a real treat. I love it.

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Jordan Barry . 2024-10-24

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Great breakfast place run by a mother and son and wider team. Good selection of breakfasts and a stunning bar that reminded me of The Shining, in a good way.

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Peter Tomlin . 2024-10-20

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One of my favourite cafes of all time

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Andy . 2024-10-18

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Love beam! Delicious food, great portions, halal, baby friendly

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Anna Iqbal . 2024-10-15

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Lovely food and very prompt friendly service. Would recommend to anyone in the Finsbury Park area.

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Jim Smith . 2024-10-13

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We are Beam regulars, the Turkish eggs are insane. Fast service once you're in, sometimes you have to wait for a table but it's usually less than 20 mins.

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Emma . 2024-10-13

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A bit too loud, otherwise great!

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Lara Tassan Zanin . 2024-10-12

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Best place with great portions of food. Staff is awesome! Super friendly and you don’t even need to ask for the leftovers to be put in a box to takeaway…and you will need that for sure 😜

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Rui Santos . 2024-10-12

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Great service and good breakfasts

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Fiona . 2024-10-06

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Sooraj is our favorite he made our experience so enjoyable!!!! And he’s hot!

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Sarah Reswow . 2024-10-06

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Always enjoy dining at Beam. Lovely food, friendly and quick service and nice ambience.

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Elizabeth Oliveira . 2024-10-05

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Food is always lovely, great spot for brunch, but what sets it apart is the staff - just incredibly friendly and helpful. Baby/child friendly, relaxed atmosphere and good food

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Jonny Singer . 2024-10-05

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Speedy, efficient service and delicious food

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Beth Morrey . 2024-10-02

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Excellent service, super friendly and helpful with the menu. Sooraj in particular was the perfect waiter, definitely would recommend

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Sigourney Watson . 2024-10-02

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Lovely location, nice staff Food with a middleterranean twist!

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Quinn Auster . 2024-09-29

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Impeccable welcome, service and chat. Ohh and the food; sublime !! The sun was shining down on us, but too warm at our window seat so they kindly stretched out the awning to make it all cool and pleasant as we tucked into our fabulous feast. 10/10

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Sean Daire Quinlan . 2024-09-29

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Great food with nice atmosphere and always friendly staff

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Stan Boothroyd . 2024-09-29

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We absolutely love coming to this restaurant! Great service, friendly staff and great food!

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Fabiana Madeira . 2024-09-28

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Our waiter was so so kind. Brilliant service! Oh and the food was delightful.

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James Rahman . 2024-09-28

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Great food, ambience, and exceptionally good service. cheers guys and all the best!

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Zp K . 2024-09-26

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perfect service! super friendly! amazing full english breakfast <3<3

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Mily Maps . 2024-09-23

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Quick and kind service. The food was incredible

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Diana Fisgativa . 2024-09-22

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A quick breakfast before a visit to the Emirates, Food was perfect, filling, so tasty! Very busy morning, staff efficient and friendly, Recxomend.

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Kieran Matthews . 2024-09-22

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The food portions were too large, and unfortunately, my poached egg wasn't gooey. I would have preferred if Beam offered more side options to swap some of the items on my plate.

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Honufa . 2024-09-22

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Exceptional service, delicious food and excellent value for money. There is nowhere better in the local area for a long, leisurely brunch. X

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Luke Hubbard . 2024-09-21

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Brunch came out super fast and was really tasty. Great value for mobey

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Anna Panayi . 2024-09-20

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Great brunch spot and food is always delicious with great service. Highly recommend 👍🏻

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Kwaku Appiah . 2024-09-15

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Always a lovely time whenever I come to Beam! Food is incredible and staff are so friendly

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Gavin Alexander . 2024-09-15

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Best chicken in London! The food is amazing. The staff are great. I would highly recommend.

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Gavin Cook . 2024-09-15

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Amazing place, so good infact it's always full and busy.

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JJ . 2024-09-15

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Amazing food, coffee and service!!!! 10/10 recommend

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Johanna . 2024-09-13

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Very good brunch, no booking needed

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Cécile Gousseau . 2024-09-07

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Big love for Beam! Great food, tasty coffee, and really friendly service.

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Louise Ramsden . 2024-09-05

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Amazing place, tasty food, very friendly team ❤️

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Алина Торопчик . 2024-09-04

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This might just be one of the best places to eat in London. Everything was incredible. I had the Beam Benedict. Absolutely, unbelievably, incredibly scrumptious! My son had pancakes with caramelised banana, berry compote, maple syrup and this DIVINE honeycomb butter. My friend had the Turkish eggs- best ones I’ve tasted so far. Everything was just gorgeous and the service was wonderful. The place itself is stunning. What a vibe!! Honestly everyone involved needs to be congratulated. Will be back!! *Update* been here at least 12 times since I first left this review and it’s been outstanding every time. Never fails! Favourite brunch!!

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Zakiya R . 2024-09-03

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Felt like I was back in Sydney sitting at Bondi at one of my favourite cafe’s enjoying breakfast

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Sarish Shashidhar . 2024-09-01

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A long time favourite, each dish on the menu is AMAZING!!!

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Shree Narain . 2024-08-31

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This is a great place to pass a leisurely brunch. The staff were great and even moved us outside once a table became available. I had the Mediterranean breakfast and although I’m not into sweet things, the strawberry jam was a nice surprise. Will definitely be back when in the area.

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Hey Doug! . 2024-08-30

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Very good food and super friendly service. We were there four days in a row and enjoyed every day. We'll definitely come by again when we're in London.

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Jürgen Rieder . 2024-08-19

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The staff are always friendly. Always seem happy to see you. Will have great conversations and the food always comes looking fantastic, cooked well and to your liking. Can be a little pricey but it's so worth it for the service and atmosphere. It's hard to beat it. It's my go to place.

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sarah Gudgeon . 2024-08-19

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Amazing breakfast food and service, 10/10 would recommend

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Chantelle . 2024-08-18

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A great place for a pre match lunch. Very polite and friendly staff. Reasonable prices too.

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Nigel Winehouse . 2024-08-17

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Amazing brunch in Highbury. We had the eggs and toast, French toast, and Nutella donut. All were incredibly tasty. Very calm ambiance and air con (!) as well.

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Chris Skinner . 2024-08-14

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A little gem on Blackstock road. A very tastefully created menu with delicious options. I recommend Beam Benedict, Mushroom on Toast or Turkish eggs.

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Aziz Khalimov . 2024-08-09

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We have visited Beam several times and it never disappoints! The staff are friendly and always deliver service with a smile. One person in our group is lactose intolerant - the staff couldn’t have been more accommodating, allowing them to pick and mix whatever they liked on the menu. Our favourite menu picks are the goji berry smoothie, the veggie breakfast and avo on toast. A must visit if you’re in the area!

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RubyAHouse . 2024-07-28

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Nice food. Great Atmosphere. More importantly, witty and nice staffs. I forgot to ask the name of the staff, hope the name on the bill is your name. Thank You Matteo.

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Carmelo . 2024-07-28

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Beam has always been a place that I’ve remembered when visiting nearby, and when I used to work there. Coffee and food are always of a high standard. Great place for a solo coffee, or to get brunch with friends.

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Verity . 2024-07-24

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Whilst staying locally, in order to attend a Noel Gallagher gig at Ally Pally, we decided to have breakfast at Beam. I had a full English, whilst my wife ate the Turkish eggs! All superbly executed and we’d certainly recommend.

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MrProud . 2024-07-21

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Great food friendly staff will be coming here again soon

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Hiten K ( ) . 2024-07-15

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OMG, love love love. Beam was near an apartment I stayed in London and such a lovely spot. I love simple, healthy foods with good service. The halloumi salad was divine and huge, and I could take home half for later.

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Rachel Tang . 2024-07-07

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Service was good, great friendly helpful staff. Seating is comfortable, good amount of natural light. Good level of cleanliness. Table height and seat height are as per standard and not some weird mismatch height. Food was okay, a bit fresh, but the sausages werent that flavourful and on the small side. Baked beans were okay, nothing special that i couldnt have made at home from a can and adding my own spices. Egg was regular. Sourdough was too hard and chewy, could have gotten better from my favourite bakers. If you want a really fulfilling breakfast that really has depth of flavour with each ingredient, this isn't it. But if you want something regular tasting to get you through the day, then this is fine. I would say this is on par with the typical standard of what is considered good in Britain.

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Jenny C . 2024-07-06

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Great spot to go for lunch or do a bit of work. Would recommend the halloumi wrap?

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henry sampson . 2024-07-05

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Came to Beam for a nice Saturday brunch. Service was prompt and friendly. Decent Aperol Spritz although paper straws are always a struggle. The Full English was fine, a little expensive for something with just one egg and one sausage, but the bread was good even if the rest was nothing special. Reasonable option for a local brunch spot.

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Adam Burnett . 2024-07-02

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Lovely chill vibe my 1st visit won't be last Food was lovely. Poached eggs done to perfection 🥰

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Carole Heath . 2024-06-27

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The most incredible Turkish eggs I have ever had! I asked for them to be extra spicy and they definitely delivered! Have been dreaming about this since the weekend and I am tempted to leave work early to get these eggs again!

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Yasmin . 2024-06-13

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I finally understand why he scored so high. Really good value for money. The most important thing is that the waiters are very sincere and happily receive guests. The whole experience is very comfortable. The meals are also very delicious! Really, it's definitely a very high-rated restaurant. I will pay a return visit if I have the chance.

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chan yuen mei . 2024-06-10

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Really enjoyed this place great food chill vibes good service. Great with kids too highly recommend. Turkish eggs were very tasty.

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Warwick C. . 2024-06-08

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Really don't know how this place is so busy a lot of the time! I think it amounts to their large premises, £17 quid for an English breakfast with rock hard sour dough bread, Luke warm beans and lots of unnecessary garnish....not for me

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Yasthepainter . 2024-06-07

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Food is delicious and portions are super generous. Staff are lovely and decor and atmosphere are great!

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Adenike Johnson . 2024-06-07

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The food and service at Beam was fantastic. A very lively atmosphere. All the meat except for the pork is said to be halal. Unfortunately there is a risk of cross contamination :( this is not ideal especially when items on the menu are advertised as being gluten free and halal. We have a coeliac in our group and were informed of the risks by the staff. Full marks to the staff. Management, please eliminate the risk of cross contamination if you advertise items as halal or gluten free.

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Naveed . 2024-05-29

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Great food, with a Mediteranean and Middle Eastern theme. Delicious.

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Ron Ron . 2024-05-22

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Beam is quite simply the best brunch spot in London. The whole team (particularly Matteo and Esther) make it such a warm, friendly place to go and the layout and vibe is perfect to go for brunch with friends or to just chill and get a coffee (I've been getting my skinny flat white there to start my day for years). Couldn't rate highly enough and recommend to all my friends.

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Dan Connolly . 2024-05-20

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There is no other word to describe it than perfect. Truly outstanding food, fresh ingredients, very well selected. Strong coffee, great advantage is that you can pay in cash!

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Głowacka Julita . 2024-05-15

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I took my boyfriend to Beam for a birthday breakfast. He had the full English, I had the full Vegan. Excellent quality, excellent presentation, excellent service - we will definitely be returning and recommending

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Doreen Baker . 2024-05-02

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Nice brunch spot. Quick service and the food was flavorful! I had the Turkish eggs. Come during the weekday for no waiting. A queue can form on the weekend.

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K Mae . 2024-04-29

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The food was great, the service was perfect. The place is quite big, so lots of people and lots of noise - not a place to read (imo).

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Artur Corte . 2024-04-27

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Delicious food & flawless service!

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Jake Franks . 2024-04-25

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A gem near Finsbury Park and Arsenal. Great atmosphere, clean, exceptional food. For people who like spicy food, I recommend Tukish Eggs and Beam Benedict. It's a variation on a well-known dish, but in a unique, non-obvious version. Delicious coffee, first class service.

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Michał Garbaczuk . 2024-04-24

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Incredible breakfasts and service. Walk in only but worth the short wait! Recommend the veggie breakfast.

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Emma . 2024-04-24

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Lovely atmosphere just like their Crouch End branch so can’t fault them! Place is always busy but they are attentive and provide good service throughout. Good menu selection to cater so something for everyone.

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S Nehar . 2024-04-21

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Loved it. I also really loved their « de-tox tea »

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E Webb . 2024-04-03

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NO LAPTOP ALLOWED HERE!!! After having an average brunch and coffee, I brought out my laptop and started to work. Manager came and told me laptop was not allowed during busy days. Although there’re still empty tables and nobody is waiting outside. I can accept no laptop but only if I’m told ahead. Or they should have posted somewhere. I think the only fair way is to restrict sitting hours, and allow the customer to do whatever they want. Waiter and waitress are quite friendly though.

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Mong So . 2024-04-01

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The gluten free pancakes are such a win. I couldn't finish them but you can also order a half portion. The coffee is great and the staff are too

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Kale Brower . 2024-03-16

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It’s a really cool spot to get brunch and coffee what more can I say! Been here about 4 times in the year I’ve lived in the area

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You . 2024-03-16

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Despite being crazy-busy, we were seated quickly, the service was attentive but really lovely and the food was gorgeous - large portions, beautifully served and very tasty. Would absolutely recommend if you find yourself in Highbury.

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Tegan James . 2024-03-12

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Great food, great ingredients, great service

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Stewart Young . 2024-03-09

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Loved the place!!! Great food, friendly staff and great location. Always my first option for brunching in Highbury!!

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Tomas Campodonico . 2024-02-21

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Reasonable (for London) prices, tasty food, quite generous portions. Turkish eggs were pleasant. The Mediterranean breakfast gave me FOMO.

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Richard F . 2024-02-11

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This has got to be one of the best brunches I’ve ever had in my life. Unreal flavours and texture of each dish. We had the Beam Benedict and the Mediterranean breakfast. I eat Benedicts almost every time I brunch and this is was the most special, flavourful Benedict I have ever had. As for the Mediterranean breakfast, the portion size was massive! There was so much to eat and each bite was a delight. The atmosphere was calm, but still buzzing! It was perfect!

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blank . 2024-01-31

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Very enjoyable fresh and tasty food, didn't realise no wine list but that was ok!

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Beccy Mackinney . 2024-01-31

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Love the place since they opened. Only complaint is not dog friendly considering most places have become so in London.

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Gabriel de-Vere . 2024-01-30

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Beam revisited in 2024: Another excellent full English while others enjoyed different brunches. The Turkish eggs also tasted great! In 2022: On a return visit to the UK for the first time since Brexit, this Great British Breakfast was one of the highlights, a reminder of when Britain was once 'Great'. Very nostalgic! Very popular at weekends, go early for brunch. Kind & efficient staff.

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Bruce Taylor . 2024-01-28

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A typical brunch place, there is always a queue, food is £15 per dish, you are swimming in new parents and their children, what more to ask for?

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Nick Kartashov . 2024-01-24

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A classic brunch spot. Gets quite hectic busy at times but the line moves quickly!

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Kate Haddock . 2024-01-21

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Our fav brunch spot💫 Service is great and food is always delicious 😋

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Lilla D. . 2024-01-16

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Great breakfast restaurant. Nice food and great service.

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Russell Anderson . 2024-01-09

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Fabulous , this place is amazing serving delicious variety of plates . Staff is very friendly.

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Mansour Shuwaiheen . 2023-12-31

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Pop in with my friend for food/drink. I really liked it. Definitely, we will come back.

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Tibor Teleki . 2023-12-17

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nice food and great service. I especially like the bacon

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Jiaxi Xu . 2023-12-14

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Great brunch with big portions and a nice, lively atmosphere. Will be back for sure!

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Natalie Hughes . 2023-12-14

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Delicious food and great atmosphere! We had to queue for a bit but it was worth the wait. The Beam Benedict was delicious, with a shawarma patty and spicy hollandaise. The bloody Mary was really nice too!

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Martina S. . 2023-12-05

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Wonderful customer service. We've been served by a really kind young guy.

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N H . 2023-11-09

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Best place for brunch in the area. Beautiful interiors, amazing coffee and the food is to die for! The portions are huge and service is excellent.

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Jess G . 2023-11-06

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Amazing place for brunch. I loved the crispy egg and the smoothies

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Sára Ivanyos . 2023-11-03

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Ordered goat cheese/beetroot salad. Not nice at all, all lettuce was dry, didn’t see much beetroot in the salad, portion was too small for 14£. Also 7£ for tomato juice, are you kidding

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Grett Grett . 2023-10-30

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Lovely building and excellent food as always. Staff were all very friendly and attentive.

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Labe Diallo . 2023-10-28

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