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Nestled in the vibrant heart of Southwark Street in London, Frank's Cafe offers a quintessential British cafe experience that combines affordability, hearty flavors, and a warm, bustling atmosphere. This beloved local spot is renowned for its traditional British breakfast and lunch options, making it a favorite among locals and visitors alike seeking authentic, no-fuss cuisine.

Visit Frank's Cafe for an authentic British cafe experience

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This is a great place to come for an English fry up. It's busy, and that's a good sign with a regular stream of locals coming through the door. The food is cheap too; eggs, chips and beans with a cuppa for less than a fiver. 
There's tables to sit at, but the entrance is squashy with everyone coming and going. 
Good local food at a great price. I'm sold (and full). 
Word of warning:cash only, but the ATM is just around the corner at Sainsbury's.

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I just had to add this to Yelp as I really rate it as one of the few original Lan-dan (London) cafes.

For £2 you can get something really tasty for breakfast: bacon and egg sandwich for example, bit greasy but seriously good value.  For £3 for lunch you can get a great sandwich with fresh ingredients, such as proper chicken meat.  The tea here is legendary, and at 60p a real snip.

They also do daily specials like liver and onions, homemade burger, curries etc.  It's FANTASTIC value and has a real old-skool London feel to it. 

The staff are really friendly too, always smiling and helpful.

I'd recommend it to tourists if they're interested in one of these increasingly rare cafes.

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This place is immense. A proper cafe, super value and good portions (Sirloin Steak is around £5!)

I had a Large Jacket Potato and I kid you not it was the size of a half a newborn child. That with coleslaw, cheese, beans and a bottled drink came up to £5.70.

If you have an appetite this is the place for you. Bear in mind, super busy at lunch but absolutely worth a visit, particularly if you have tourist friends. The staff are polite and despite the general lunchtime rush provide service with a smile. How many places can claim that.

You'll normally have the tennis as it's summer or news on the TV. Can't say fairer than that.

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First day in London and wanted lunch near the hotel. Came in by myself and the place was busy but not crowded. The lady at the counter helped me with my order as it was obvious I was not a local. I found a table and in no time my meal was delivered. I had coffee which she made with steamed milk and brewed coffee. Delicious. The food is simple and good. The place filled up with mainly male office workers. Be prepared to share your table when it gets busy.

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I really, really liked it. I work just around the corner and their liver with potatoes & carrots (which were then substituted by cabbage and peas) was delicious! And for only £3.70 I got a delicious and nutirious lunch. My co-worker told me it's a greasy spoon place - but it really is not - you can make it as healthy or as unhealthy as you want.

True, it's not fancy inside - but the people behind the counter are nice and come on - it's very cheap. For a £3.70 lunch - I'm going back there again - to check out their salads.

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A proper greasy spoon cafe. Good for breakfast + lunches. Best for their cooked food, pasta, chips, omelette, pies, cooked breakfast plus sandwiches etc. 

Really friendly staff and great value. Difficult to really spend over £4.

Popular with taxi drivers and the currently massive population of local builders around the Southbank/Blackfriars

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A no fuss, British version of a greasy spoon. Cheap yet filling meals - I had a lunch yesterday of a fried egg sandwich and a cup of tea for £2.50 - served at old looking tables surrounded by locals. It feels like an authentic bit of London, somehow. 

The staff is really great, too. I didn't realise it was cash-only, but they were really kind about it. I was directed to the nearest cashpoint and when I got back, they had me skip the line and pay; a different person was manning the register but he knew exactly what I'd ordered and immediately told the kitchen to make my sandwich, since I was back. And let me tell you, that was a darn good fried egg sandwich. And a great cuppa. 

Despite the lunchtime crowd, I didn't feel rushed and and was able to enjoy my lunch break. I've just started working about a 10 min walk away, so will be visiting this place often!

One thing to note, is that if you're there during the lunch rush they do not allow you to sit at a table if you aren't eating.

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Good food, excellent prices, and fast service during even the height of lunch hour. An old fashioned, no frills, neighbourhood shop with the basics done well.

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Nice little cafe..good food and great prices. Staff so friendly. Either breakfast, brunch or lunch your belly will be full.

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Best service I have ever had. Everyone was so polite and the food was great. If you are looking for a quick breakfast spot, this is the place for you.

Frank's Cafe London: Historic Cafe Near South Bank & Blackfriars

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