5 /5 No Harm In Trying: P!nch me because this place is unbelievable! This out-of-the-way café/small restaurant is a delightful gem in a very residential part of Fulham.
Situated on a main road within walking distance of four train stations, it hosts two floors. The street level where you enter from has a few small tables and the counter/kitchen area where the uniformed but approachable chefs do their work. Then theres the basement, accessible via the stairs towards the back, which shuts out the noise from the street. There is unperturbing music playing over the speakers, but on a quiet day, it can be just you, your thoughts and a menu chock-full of delicious food.
On my two visits here I tried the Omelette Royal, Savoy Garlic Pancakes and the P!nch & Roll Kebab. The omelette could easily be misconstrued for the real deal - extremely convincing texture, softness and very well flavoured. Likewise with the Savoy pancakes which was my favourite of the three - soft and fluffy pancakes with a delectable umami sauce will have you licking the plate. The tofu kebab was very edible too but I think P!nch excels with their breakfast-oriented items slightly more. Without stating the obvious, the head chef is an expert of his craft; as you can see from the photos, the plating is well above a typical café standard and kickstarts any appetite where there was none.
The price point is very reasonable given you could have one main and a tea for around ÂŁ20 which is par for the course in London these days. Well worth it given the friendly and efficient table service that takes your order at the table rather than at the counter if youre eating in.
P!nch Café could well be the best place to get vegan breakfast or brunch in all of London, and I dont say that lightly. Perhaps one to impress a first date or significant other. Highly recommended!
