Brunching across the UK is booming, with Google searches for “brunch” reaching 2.5 million over the past month*. Whether it’s a weekend ritual or a social occasion, brunch has become a staple part of British culture, transforming cafés and restaurants into buzzing brunch spots.
To help Brits find the best experiences for brunching, the travel experts at Accor have analysed leading brunch venues across various cities, evaluating them on venue quality, search interest, and customer sentiment to produce an overall brunch city index score.
See the full results here: https://all.accor.com/a/en/limitless/thematics/food-drink/brunch-cities-uk.html
The best cities for traditional brunching
The research has uncovered the best cities in the UK for traditional brunch lovers, based on brunch search demand, venue quality, and overall brunch experience.
| Rank | Location | Brunch Search Demand Score | Venue Quality Score | Brunch Experience Score | Brunch City Index |
| 1 | London | 7.96 | 10.00 | 9.88 | 9.28 |
| 2 | Bristol | 6.09 | 8.36 | 7.64 | 7.36 |
| 3 | Edinburgh | 10.00 | 9.18 | 2.51 | 7.23 |
| 4 | Bath | 8.37 | 5.27 | 5.65 | 6.43 |
| 5 | Brighton & Hove | 3.51 | 5.48 | 10.00 | 6.33 |
| 6 | Manchester | 7.71 | 6.54 | 4.35 | 6.20 |
| 7 | Glasgow | 5.57 | 7.34 | 4.94 | 5.95 |
| 8 | Oxford | 5.51 | 6.88 | 5.05 | 5.81 |
| 9 | Birmingham | 1.96 | 8.00 | 5.74 | 5.24 |
| 10 | Durham | 2.00 | 7.06 | 6.14 | 5.07 |
1. London
London tops the list with an impressive brunch city index score of 9.28, scoring 10.00 for venue quality and 9.88 for overall brunch experience. With endless options across neighbourhoods like Shoreditch, Notting Hill, and Clapham, it’s the ultimate destination for a standout brunch.
2. Bristol
Bristol comes in second with a score of 7.36, boosted by its 8.36 venue quality score and strong 7.64 brunch experience rating. The city’s independent cafés and laid-back vibe make it a go-to spot for weekend brunch.
3. Edinburgh
With the highest brunch search demand score of 10.00, Edinburgh claims third place overall with a Brunch City Index of 7.23. Its mix of cosy cafés and top-rated eateries is putting it on the map for brunch seekers.
4. Bath
Bath ranks fourth with an index score of 6.43, thanks to high brunch demand (8.37) and a growing reputation for quality venues and charming brunch settings.
5. Brighton & Hove
Rounding out the top five is Brighton & Hove, with a score of 6.33. It ranked highest for brunch experience (10.00), thanks to its vibrant, creative food scene and popular local favourites.
The best venues for bottomless brunch
From cocktails to crowd-pleasing dishes, the study has ranked the UK’s top venues for bottomless brunch, based on customer ratings, sentiment and overall experience.
| Rank | Location | Venue Name | Google Rating | Total Positive Reviews | Sentiment (Out of 10) | Price per person* | Brunch duration* | Score |
| 1 | London | Scarlett Green | 4.8 | 7,619 | 9.39 | £49.90 | 90 minutes | 9.52 |
| 2 | Durham | Turtle Bay Durham | 4.9 | 4,177 | 9.43 | £40.88 | 120 minutes | 9.30 |
| 3 | Sunderland | My Delhi Sunderland | 4.9 | 797 | 8.72 | £35 | 90 minutes | 8.46 |
| 4 | Swansea | BrewStone | 4.5 | 1,788 | 9.21 | £34.95 | 90 minutes | 8.03 |
| 5 | Birmingham | Luna Springs – Digbeth | 4.6 | 1,943 | 8.47 | From £29 | 120 minutes | 7.85 |
| 6 | Canterbury | Las Iguanas Canterbury | 4.8 | 3,202 | 7.31 | £37.95 | 90 minutes | 7.78 |
| 7 | Lancaster | The Study Room | 4.3 | 714 | 9.66 | £40 | 120 minutes | 7.73 |
| 8 | Newcastle-upon-Tyne | Cog and Wheel | 4.6 | 438 | 8.45 | From £30 | 120 minutes | 7.64 |
| 9 | Lincoln | Prince of Wales | 4.5 | 1,162 | 8.28 | From £34 | 120 minutes | 7.43 |
| 10 | Wolverhampton | Crown Wolverhampton | 4.3 | 1,941 | 8.63 | £34.95 | 90 minutes | 7.32 |
*not included in the weighted rank
1. Scarlett Green, London
Taking the top spot is Scarlett Green in London, with a Brunch Venue Score of 9.52. It boasts an impressive 4.8-star rating from over 7,600 reviews, a 9.39/10 sentiment score, and offers a 90-minute bottomless brunch for £49.90.
2. Turtle Bay, Durham
In second place is Turtle Bay Durham, with a score of 9.30. It leads on sentiment with 9.43/10 and has a stellar 4.9-star rating across more than 4,000 reviews. Guests can enjoy 120 minutes of brunch for just £40.88.
3. My Delhi, Sunderland
Sunderland’s My Delhi comes in third with a score of 8.46. Known for its vibrant Indian street food twist, the venue holds a 4.9-star rating, a sentiment score of 8.72, and a 90-minute brunch for just £35.
The most in demand bottomless brunch cities
Accor has revealed the most sought-after cities for bottomless brunch by analysing Google search volumes adjusted per capita, uncovering where demand is rising fastest.
| Rank | Location | Bottomless Brunch Search Demand Score |
| 1 | Newcastle-upon-Tyne | 10.00 |
| 2 | Durham | 7.06 |
| 3 | Manchester | 5.91 |
| 4 | Birmingham | 5.44 |
| 5 | Bristol | 5.03 |
1. Newcastle upon Tyne
Topping the list is Newcastle, with a perfect 10.00 demand score, making it the UK’s most sought after bottomless brunch hotspot. Whether it’s pancakes with prosecco or avocado toast with mimosas, Geordies are leading the brunch craze.
2. Durham
In second place is Durham, scoring 7.06. The city’s growing appetite for boozy brunches shows that smaller cities are quickly catching up to big brunch capitals.
3. Manchester
Manchester takes third with a 5.91 demand score, cementing its status as a brunch-lover’s haven with a thriving scene of trendy cafés and weekend bottomless offerings.