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Journal

News, letters from our founder, articles about us, and the occasional thought on pancakes and life.

The Handbook
In the press
The best gluten-free restaurants in London (opens in new tab)
22nd February 2026
The Handbook put us on their list of the best gluten-free places to eat in London. They liked that our batter is made fresh in the café, so…
Read the article: The best gluten-free restaurants in London (opens in new tab)
Country & Town House
In the press
The best child-friendly restaurants in London (opens in new tab)
12th February 2026
Country & Town House named us one of the best restaurants in London for families. They liked that children can build their own pancake and choose their own…
Read the article: The best child-friendly restaurants in London (opens in new tab)
Letters
Our last week in Fitzrovia
14th May 2025
After four years, we will be moving on and closing our Fitzrovia restaurant. It's been such a pleasure serving pancakes to you, to our local community
Read: Our last week in Fitzrovia
Letters
Some seriously good things to do this Easter holiday near our restuarants…
11th April 2025
With the Easter holidays in full swing, we’ve rounded up our top picks to make planning the ultimate family day out a breeze—pancakes included. Here are the must-visit…
Read: Some seriously good things to do this Easter holiday near our restuarants…
Events
Pancake day special: The CFC
26th February 2025
This Pancake Day we’re putting the spotlight on our nutritious, hearty pancake meals, specifically with our new “Cornflake Fried Chicken”.
Read: Pancake day special: The CFC
Letters
Letter from the founder: on pancake day
24th February 2025
Dear pancake friends, Ever since our first pancake pop-up on Shrove Tuesday 10 years ago (for anyone who remembers, that was February 15th 2015, and it was even…
Read: Letter from the founder: on pancake day
Letters
What came first the pancake or the egg?
10th February 2025
Of course it all started with an egg. We continue to find inspiration in the legendary words of Spanish chef Ferran Adrià: “Who on earth came up with…
Read: What came first the pancake or the egg?
Events
Valentine’s Day: us, you & pancakes for two
4th February 2025
Whether you’re celebrating 'V' day by diving in head first on a first date, out getting loved-up with the love of your life, or gathering friends together for…
Read: Valentine’s Day: us, you & pancakes for two
Events
Happy Lunar New Year
21st January 2025
Happy Seollal to everyone celebrating the Korean New Lunar Year. To mark the occasion, we’re offering anyone who books and dines with us on Wednesday 29th January a complimentary…
Read: Happy Lunar New Year

Rated 5 out of 5.

“Great little spot, my son wanted his pancakes”

Anthony Henderson

Borough · Google · 20 hours ago
Rated 5 out of 5.

“Third time coming here, great place for breakfast or brunch if you’ve come to battersea park or the power station to shop. I had the breakfast pancakes and my wife had the special which was strawberry, pistachio and mint pancakes. My breakfast was delicious - I especially liked the pancakes and the beans which were…”

Hansel Mills

Battersea · Google · 23 hours ago
Rated 5 out of 5.

“Pancakes very nice, good service and pleasent staff.”

Vanessa McDermott

Borough · Google · 1 day ago
Rated 5 out of 5.

“Such a lovely find with very delicious pancakes”

Emma Blackwell

Borough · Google · 1 day ago
Rated 5 out of 5.

“Best pancakes I’ve ever had, the staff and atmosphere are lovely!! If you like pancakes, stop before you head to the Tate or Southbank. Thanks 😊”

TRACY CASTELLANOS

Borough · Google · 1 day ago
Rated 5 out of 5.

“I love this place, the staff were very lovely and friendly and the food was fantastic. I will return! When we arrived there was already a queue at 1015. The staff were busy but they still managed a very warm and friendly smile and greeting as we were seated at our reserved table. The staff…”

Mark

Borough · Google · 1 day ago
Rated 5 out of 5.

“المكان روعة و نظيف و الخدمات ممتازة سلطة الحلوم مع الادمامي و الكيل لذيييذة و السلمون المدخن مرة لذيذ انصح فيه بشدة 👍💯💐”

water melon

Battersea · Google · 1 day ago
Rated 5 out of 5.

“Nous sommes venus pour faire un véritable petit déjeuner anglais avec l'assiette "english breakfast". Le plat est copieux et délicieux ! L'équipe est au petit soin. Les ados sont ravis.”

Mélanie Lorioux

Borough · Google · 1 day ago
Rated 5 out of 5.

“Had the recovery pancakes and soda toast. Pancakes here delivered. They were so good and service by Sihab was top notch. He was extremely attentive and even celebrated my friend’s birthday. Highly recommend the food and service.”

Atiqah S

Battersea · Google · 2 days ago
Rated 5 out of 5.

“Perfect service and fresh products from the drinks to the food…. Incredible view of the Shard along with your food. Options for all mouths”

Matt Fullerton

Borough · Google · 2 days ago
Rated 5 out of 5.

“I HIGHLY recommend the banoffee marshmallow pancakes! They are so good! Also, the service here during my visit was fantastic! I will definitely be back on future trips to the area!”

Backpacker Flip Flops

Borough · Google · 2 days ago
Rated 5 out of 5.

“Had the Hummingbird and the Beef brisket pancakes, fantastic recommendations from the staff! Pancakes were soft and tasty”

Sulekha Sivapatham

Battersea · Google · 3 days ago
Rated 5 out of 5.

“Shehab and Artumus were incredible servers and truly amazing! Was reccomened by a friend and have gone twice and both times it's incredible! The savory pancakes and sweet are so well executed”

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Battersea · Google · 3 days ago
Rated 5 out of 5.

“Just been for the second time still amazing.”

Steven Ware

Borough · Google · 3 days ago
Rated 5 out of 5.

“Very good!”

Antonio Puca

Borough · Google · 3 days ago
Rated 5 out of 5.

“Everything was great”

Wilson Do Vale

Battersea · Google · 3 days ago
Rated 5 out of 5.

“Lovely staff that entertained my son with funny faces for ages! The food was really good, the pancakes are definitely the focal point of the dish. I had savoury but I suspect one of the sweet options would have been a 5 star.”

MrB481

Borough · Google · 3 days ago
Rated 5 out of 5.

“Amazing food. Adorable place friendly staff.”

Nancy Maenner

Borough · Google · 3 days ago
Rated 5 out of 5.

“Beautiful service, beautiful food”

Pina Anderson

Borough · Google · 3 days ago
Rated 5 out of 5.

“Great food, fantastic service, highly recommend”

Ian Bennett

Borough · Google · 3 days ago
Rated 5 out of 5.

“Great place relatively tucked away. Loved the pancakes and really good coffee and matcha!”

Rachel Wharton

Borough · Google · 3 days ago
Rated 5 out of 5.

“The new vegan pancakes are great, thanks for the great dining experience”

jhonell lana

Battersea · Google · 4 days ago
Rated 5 out of 5.

“Excellent customer service and food. Friendly waiter Artus offered myself and a cousin extra pancakes after an unexpected fire alarm.”

C Montrave

Battersea · Google · 4 days ago
Rated 5 out of 5.

“Great gluten free spot in Battersea power station! Haruka was an amazing waitress, really quick service and very friendly. Would recommend!”

Rania Hyde

Battersea · Google · 4 days ago

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