The Cardinal Bar & Kitchen is an all-day dining spot in the heart of the Square Mile serving great drinks, delicious food and warm hospitality making it a spirit of comfort for guests and a favourite of neighbourhood locals.

At The Cardinal, you’ll find a wide range of British classics, where perennial favourites sit comfortably alongside new favourites. 

Whether you’re in the mood for a light bite to ease into the morning or craving a hearty feast to fuel your adventures, The Cardinal Bar & Kitchen has it all. From a self-service continental buffet to all your classic Eggs favourites including eggs benedict, florentine and royale, or more indulgent, sweet dishes such as buttermilk pancakes with seasonal fresh berries, crème fraiche and maple syrup, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Every weekend, The Cardinal also serve an indulgent brunch. The menu offers a delightful array of dishes, each crafted to take your taste buds on a journey of their own, with breakfast classics with a luxurious twist such as confit duck benedict and Brunch favourites including philly steak and cheese sandwich or an indulgent strawberry & yuzu trifle brulée french toast. 

Celebrate your weekend in style and upgrade your Brunch with a bottle of prosecco, 2-4-1 cocktails on Negroni, Margarita and Amaretto Sours or make this indulgent experience bottomless! Enjoy 90 minutes of bottomless Prosecco, bellinis, mimosas or house lager with any Brunch dish.

And there’s nothing quite like The Cardinal Sunday roast, served with all the trimmings. Choose from peri peri cornfed chicken, the 'roast of the day' or a veggie haggis, all accompanied with crisp roast potatoes, deliciously sweet maple glazed carrots and garlic greens. For an extra touch of indulgence, add a side of truffle cauliflower cheese for the table.

The Cardinal is the perfect location in the heart of London’s bustling city centre to make unforgettable memories with friends and family, so book now!

 

 

 

 

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Breakfast

Monday - Sunday from 7:30am - 10:30am

Weekend Brunch

Saturday & Sunday from 11am - 4pm

  • Outdoor Seating
  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Sunday Lunch
  • Vegetarian Options
  • Vegan options
  • Accepts Credit Cards
  • Children Allowed
  • Online Booking
Ground Floor, 9-13 Aldgate High Street, London, EC3N 1AH
Overall rating
4.8
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    2 months ago
    Visited late Saturday afternoon. From the onset, the service was impeccable. Friendly, engaging, attentive, and professional throughout our meal (apologies for not asking for names). The menu is quite a mixed fusion of different cuisines. We ordered the mezze platter and Salmon Tataki for starter. The nicely presented mezze was delicious, one of the best mezzes I've eaten in long while (even from some authentic Mediterranean restaurants). A nice selection, smooth hummus, perfectly browned halloumi, the Imam Bayaldi and bruschetta mezze dip were bursting with flavours. An array of complimentary flavours and textures served with soft toasted pitta. That alongside the refreshing Salmon Tataki with its delicate citrus ponzu sauce was surprising filling. In hindsight, we both wished we had just stuck with the starter instead of ordering additional dishes; one because of the filling starters and two because the Salmon Mie Goreng and Shashuka were underwhelming The goreng had too many contrasting flavours and quite overpowing garlic, and the salmon was slightly overcooked. While the shashuka just lacked flavour, I could not finish the dish. Scanning another table, I couldn't help but order the Pistachio cheescake. It was a rich, creamy decadent and not too sweet with the nice contrast texture of crispy kunafa pastry. A generous portion and very filling. Overall, the starters, dessert nicely made 2-4-1 amerreto sour cocktails, the relaxed atmosphere and great customer service made for a nice meal I would return again on a sunny afternoon to avail of the mezze platter and 2-4-1 cocktails.
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    2 months ago
    Exceptional Hospitality, Well-Crafted Drinks & a Cracking Evening If there’s a place that gets great hospitality, it’s The Cardinal Bar & Kitchen. We from London Avengers Cricket Club (LACC) gathered here for our pre-season get-together, and from the moment we arrived, we were in exceptional hands. Samuelle ran the bar like a pro, Jilur ensured we were looked after with warmth and efficiency, and Glen—Executive Chef, culinary genius, and a dear friend—made sure our palates were as sharp as our match strategies (perhaps sharper). Special mention to the bartender who kept me happily occupied with dangerously good Negronis—sir, your work is deeply appreciated, even if your name has escaped me in the post-dinner haze. The food? Impeccable. A mix of Momos, Korean Chicken Wings, falafel, and a pistachio cheesecake so divine it could resolve diplomatic tensions. The setting was sleek yet full of character, with our table perfectly placed for both privacy and atmosphere. I would definitely return in a heartbeat. The Cardinal strikes that rare balance—sophisticated yet unpretentious, refined yet relaxed. A flawless evening. Highly recommended!
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    a week ago
    Fantastic service, ambiance and flavours both in the bar food and drinks. Their music, lighting and attentive staff were a warm welcome after a long travel day. Thank you for hosting us Jillur!!!