The Black Penny Southbank

Located close to Waterloo Station, The Black Penny Southbank brings a relaxed, welcoming energy to one of London’s busiest riverside neighbourhoods, offering generous breakfasts and unhurried brunches in a setting that feels both lively and comfortable.

The kitchen focuses on well balanced dishes that combine familiar favourites with a few thoughtful twists. Free range eggs on sourdough set the tone, while the Ozdem Pasha layers grilled halloumi, fried eggs and butterbean hummus for a richer start. House hashes bring colour and texture, from wild mushroom polenta hash lifted with salsa verde and a poached egg to crispy duck with sweet potato and baby spinach. Lighter options such as Bircher muesli sit alongside porridge topped with grilled banana and honey, while butterbean hummus and smoky baba ganoush are perfect for sharing with warm sourdough.

As appetites grow, the menu moves into more substantial plates. Flat iron steak arrives tender with skin on fries and a choice of peppercorn or béarnaise sauce, while pan fried Scottish salmon is paired with fennel, olives, tomatoes and capers for a bright, Mediterranean touch. Desserts finish things on a comforting note with burnt Basque cheesecake and mixed berry compote or a warm chocolate brownie with vanilla ice cream.

Fresh juices and homemade lemonades in original, hibiscus or passion fruit round out the experience, making The Black Penny Southbank a welcoming stop for relaxed dining near Waterloo and the riverside.