#FLODown: Abuelo

Abuelo, located in the heart of Covent Garden, is an Australian meets South American coffee house serving all-day menu of homely meals. It was founded by an Argentinian-Australian mother-daughter duo who both have a long track record in hospitality, with successful cafes in Sydney and Melbourne too.

They offer a selection of classic brunch favourites such as smashed avocado, savoury waffles with chorizo and halloumi, truffle mushroom toasties, burgers and their popular fruit and floral selection served on sourdough. Although the dining space is relatively small, it’s incredibly chic with earthy light colours, foliage and artwork. When the weather’s good there is also plenty of seating outside so!

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What to eat?

Fig and honey whipped mascarpone

Fresh figs, blossom honey mascarpone, salted pistachios, micro flowers, on sourdough bread

Price: £9.90

Smashed Pumpkins

Roasted spiced pumpkin and sweet potato on charcoal sourdough with goat cheese, rosemary roasted walnut crumble, balsamic vinegar, and celery cress 

Price: £10.50 – you  can add a poached egg for an additional £2

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If you are looking for something meatier:

Chorizo and Halloumi Waffle

Savoury waffle pressed with chorizo and halloumi, poached egg on top, cress salad and chimichurri

Price: £12 

Asado Burger

Organic slow-cooked beef brisket with chilli tomato salsa, caramelised onion, pickled red cabbage and melted mature cheddar on a brioche bun, with cassava crisps

 Price: £14.50

Note their burgers are currently unavailable due to a reduced Covid-19 menu.

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#FLODown: With their intimate dining area, chic décor and a great playlist it’s definitely one for the weekend brunch list. Oh, and the Matcha lattes are delicious.

 Click here for their website.

Location: 

26 Southampton St, London WC2E 7RS

Nearest station: 

Covent Garden Station

Opening hours:

Monday - Wednesday: 8am - 10pm 

Thursday - Friday: 8am - 10.30pm 

Saturday: 8 am - 10pm , Sunday: 8am - 9pm