5 Delicious Places to Eat Pancakes in London This Shrove Tuesday
Shrove Tuesday in London has evolved far beyond lemon and sugar at home. From historic dining rooms serving flambéed classics to bottomless stacks and chocolate-drenched creations, Pancake Day now deserves a proper plan. Across the capital, chefs are taking the humble pancake and turning it into something celebratory, indulgent and occasionally theatrical, with menus designed just for the occasion this year.
If you would rather skip the flipping and let the professionals handle it, these are 5 delicious places to book for 17 February, whether you’re craving tradition, excess or something a little unexpected.
For Classic Crêpes in a Historic Setting: Wiltons
What:
If your idea of Pancake Day leans timeless rather than trendy, Wiltons delivers. Established in 1742, this St James’s institution is marking Shrove Tuesday with a one-day-only Crêpe Suzette.
The Food:
Delicate crêpes served in a fragrant orange and Grand Marnier sauce, prepared with refined, understated theatre. It is elegant, indulgent and exactly what you want from one of London’s most traditional dining rooms.
Where:
Wiltons, 55 Jermyn Street, London SW1Y 6LX
Book here.
For Chocolate-Lover Pancakes: Cocomelt
What:
Soho’s Belgian chocolate specialist is turning Pancake Day into a full dessert event. If you prefer your pancakes dripping in chocolate rather than maple syrup, this is the place.
The Food:
The Sushi Crepe (£11) steals the spotlight, rolled and sliced before being served with a pot of melted Belgian chocolate for dipping. Traditional crepes start from £8, while Mini Pancakes (£8) come generously drizzled from the chocolate fountain. Sharing platters of 50 mini pancakes are available for £45.
Where:
Cocomelt, 168 Wardour Street, London W1F 8WR
Book here. Also available for London delivery.
For Bottomless Pancakes in Central London: Atrio Bar at Park Plaza County Hall
What:
For those who believe one stack is never enough, Atrio Bar is offering bottomless pancakes for one day only.
The Food:
Unlimited pancakes with a bottle of prosecco (£29), with tea or coffee (£21), or kids’ bottomless with hot chocolate or juice (£21). A central London setting with skyline views makes this an easy Shrove Tuesday treat.
Where:
Atrio Bar, Park Plaza County Hall, 1 Addington Street, London SE1 7RY
Walk-ins only
For Build-Your-Own Pancakes: Apple Butter
What:
Home to some of London’s most indulgent stacks, Apple Butter is letting guests design their own pancakes exclusively on 17 February.
The Food:
Choose from sauces and toppings including dulce de leche, caramel, candy berries, pretzels and Oreo. It is playful, generous and perfect for anyone who likes their stack exactly how they want it.
Where:
Apple Butter Café,
32-34 Monmouth St, London WC2H 9HA
and
4-5 Langham Pl, London W1B 3DG
Book here.
For Pancake Day the Sri Lankan Way: Kolamba
What:
Kolamba is celebrating Pancake Day with a Sri Lankan spin, offering complimentary traditional hoppers to guests dining between 12pm and 6pm.
The Food:
Soft, bowl-shaped hoppers served alongside Kolamba’s vibrant Sri Lankan menu. A subtle but exciting alternative to the usual sweet crêpe routine.
Where:
Kolamba, 21 Kingly Street, London W1B 5QA
Book here.
Bonus Picks
For Pancake Flavour in a Latte: Black Sheep Coffee x Lyle’s
A limited Pancake Syrup Latte is landing nationwide from 11 February to 4 March. On 17 February it is £1 during Golden Hour from 7:30–8:30am via the app.
Available nationwide.
For Elevating Pancakes at Home: La Vieja Fábrica Marmalade
Slow-cooked Seville marmalades in Fine Cut, Thick Cut, No Peel or St Clements, perfect for adding citrus depth to homemade stacks.
Available at Tesco, Waitrose, Morrisons, and Ocado.
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