Megan's Clapham Old Town

From the street, this mini-chain of relaxed cafés looks like a run-of-the-mill yummy-mummy’s hotspot, but to those in the know, it’s actually got some substance to it. Instagram-friendly interiors and an ‘all dogs welcome’ policy have made Megan’s a popular brunch spot (think eggs Benedict and homemade granola), but the rest of the menu also impresses.

Come evening, diners can tuck into the likes of deconstructed kebabs and sourdough pizzas, while some of the sites feature pretty outdoor spaces dotted with fairy lights. If you’re in a rush, most of the menu here is available to takeaway, while the selection of coffees and cakes on offer make for a perfect morning pick-me-up.

Megan's Clapham Old Town serves up easy going Turkish-inspired all-day menus alongside cocktails, comforting desserts, brunches and more, all from The Pavement in Clapham Old Town.

Inside, Megan's Clapham Old Town is thoughtfully designed. You’re immediately drawn to the centrepiece of the room - a huge olive tree, festooned with fairy lights, which stretches its branches over the tables. Some Megan’s design signatures are also here - gleaming Portuguese tiles, Scandi wood furniture and rattan all help Megan’s feel breezy and comfortable.

If you’re looking for proof of Megan’s popularity, just look at the rapid spread of this all-encompassing group, which now has sites all over London and even as far as Marlow, St. Albans and Weybridge. A huge part of that is the accessible menu - Megan’s specialises in easy-going dishes served at all times of day. In the morning, a brunch menu includes everything from pancake stacks and eggy breakfasts to a variety of shakshukas, stuffed pitas and a Turkish brunch feast for two. Come from early afternoon onwards and you’ll find the menu has shifted into dinner territory, switching things up with mixed grills, buttermilk fried chicken, hot honey halloumi fries and mezze feasting platters.

Dessert fans should check out the large menu of sweets, which includes lots of cakes as well as the famous half-baked cookie dough sharing bowl. A huge drinks selection rounds out the popular Megan’s offering, with everything from wine to signature cocktails, frozen cocktails, brunch cocktails, Sangria pitchers and more.