Best Dishes at E. Pellicci
Lasagne
MainsOne of the best-sellers. Described as 'creamy and comforting' with generous portions. The béchamel is rich and silky. The Infatuation notes it could use slightly less béchamel and more ragù, but it's still excellent. This is Italian-British cooking — not attempting authenticity, just comfort.
Have The Lot (Full English Breakfast)
BreakfastE. Pellicci's signature breakfast. The Infatuation describes it as featuring 'crisp bacon, blistered sausages, and beans that require a hash brown dam'. This is the dish to order. Generous portions, all cooked fresh by Maria (who's been working the griddle since 1966). In 2008, Time Out voted the splashed vinegar chips as the 'top smell in London'. Every extra item (double bacon, extra sausage) costs £1 more.
Steak Pie
MainsOne of the three best-sellers. Tender beef steak in thick gravy, encased in buttery pastry. Made fresh daily in-house. The filling is generous and the pastry is crispy. A classic London cafe meal that hasn't changed in decades.
Spaghetti Bolognese
MainsAn overflowing plate of spaghetti and meat sauce. Italian-British style — not attempting authenticity but delivering generous portions and warming comfort. The pasta is cooked well and the sauce has depth from long cooking.
Chicken and Mushroom Pie
MainsAnother housemade pie option. Chunks of chicken and mushrooms in a creamy sauce wrapped in pastry. Made the same way as the steak pie but lighter. A satisfying main at under £10.
About E. Pellicci
E. Pellicci opened in 1900 under Priamo Pellicci and is still run by his descendants. The 'E' is named after Elide, Priamo's wife. The interior is Grade II-listed Art Deco — primrose-yellow Vitrolite facade, wooden panelling — unchanged since the inter-war years. Maria (cooking since 1966), her son Nevio Junior, and daughter Anna keep the traditions alive. Breakfast is the thing to order: full English with crispy bacon, blistered sausages, beans, eggs, all under £10. No cards, cash only.
Top 5 dishes at E. Pellicci:
- Lasagne(Signature)
- Have The Lot (Full English Breakfast) – 95% recommended(Signature)
- Steak Pie – 90% recommended(Signature)
- Spaghetti Bolognese
- Chicken and Mushroom Pie
Details
- Cuisine:
- Italian
- Price Range:
- £
- Phone:
- +44 20 7739 4873
- Website:
- Visit Website
- Services:
- Dine-in, Takeaway
Hours
- Friday:
- 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM(Open Now)
- Sunday:
- 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Monday:
- 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Tuesday:
- 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Wednesday:
- 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Thursday:
- 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Saturday:
- 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
E. Pellicci is cash-only — no cards accepted. Bring notes. This is non-negotiable.
Breakfast is definitely what to order. Come early (before 10am) if you want the full greasy-spoon experience. The cafe fills up with locals and the vibe is infectious.
This place is Grade II-listed for its Art Deco interior — wooden panelling, primrose-yellow Vitrolite facade unchanged since the inter-war years. You're eating inside a piece of London history. Take a moment to appreciate the details.
You'll spend £5-8 per person for a proper meal. It's one of the best-value full breakfasts in London. The homemade pies are also excellent value at under £10.
This is a small cafe — get there early or prepared to wait, especially on weekend mornings. It's very quaint and gets busy with locals. The wait is worth it.
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