Australians know their produce, be it eggs, greens, smoothie fruits or lovingly roasted coffee. And nowhere is that clearer than at Milk Beach Soho (there’s also a Queen’s Park branch), where the yolks are golden, the java is strong and the healthy options range from acai bowls to coconut tapioca pudding.

Want something more interesting than the usual eggs benedict and avo toast? This family-run hangout in north London’s foodie enclave of Crouch End does a mean Mediterranean breakfast: a generous platter involving grilled halloumi, olives, feta pastries, spiced sausage and harissa.

And now for something completely different: breakfast on a barge, moored on a London canal. The kaleidoscopic exterior of these twin longboats was designed by Sir Peter Blake — all neon signage, faux foliage and pink velvet chairs, it’s quite the head-turner.

This East End dining spot has an enviable menu that goes above and beyond what you’d expect at a bottomless brunch.

One for the true foodies: expect heritage tomato gazpacho, brioche egg buns with gochujang and oyster mushroom omelette with mole sauce on this elevated brunch menu.

Another offering from down under, Milk is a southwest London institution — so don’t be surprised if you see a queue.

This white-walled, plant-filled building feels like entering the home of an eccentric Londoner, from the armchairs upholstered with tropical flower prints to the hanging baskets and greenhouse-style windows.

Not everyone wants the classic eggs and avocado brunch: for something more piquant, try the Mexican flavours at Side Hustle. Huge breakfast burritos, dulce de leche pancakes and chicken mole sandos sit alongside sriracha-spiced hollandaise on your mexo benedict.

East Enders flock to “Stokey” for this simple indie brunch spot, with a menu inspired by Middle Eastern and Levantine cuisine.

The South Bank is ideal for a special occasion, with its sweeping views across the river — and the swish Sea Containers restaurant hosts a particularly elegant Saturday and Sunday brunch.

Few places have this good a view over Trafalgar Square and Westminster — and fewer still have a partnership with the world’s most talked-about rosé for brunch.

London’s freshest sushi — bottomless! — is on the agenda at Nobu Hotel London Shoreditch, one of the capital’s classiest brunches.

Brunches can be a challenge for the indecisive. Sweet or savoury? Sausage or bacon? Pancakes or waffles? Thankfully there’s a deli-to-restaurant spot in Clapham that’s perfect for those of us who want a bit of everything.

There’s only one thing better than brunch, and that’s brunch with a view. Open 24 hours, seven days a week, Duck & Waffle can be found among the clouds on the 40th floor of 110 Bishopsgate and is the perfect spot for special occasions.

Pull up a seat at Dishoom to transport yourself to the bustle of Mumbai without leaving London. These all-day restaurants give a nod to India’s collection of old Irani cafés through the decor — marble tables, bentwood chairs, a monochromatic palette — as well as the dishes.