Whether you're chasing that first coffee of the day, looking for an excuse to linger over brunch or simply in need of an afternoon pick-me-up, South Bank has plenty of spots that know a great coffee deserves an equally great bite to eat. From buttery pastries and stacked hotcakes to loaded bagels and classic bacon and eggs, these are the cafés we're heading to when only coffee and a treat will do.

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Espresso Garage
A good coffee is reason enough to stop by Espresso Garage, but it's the bacon and egg muffin that keeps us coming back. Grab your go-to brew, whether that's a flat white, long black or iced latte, and pair it with this breakfast favourite for the kind of morning that starts on the right foot.

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Denim Co
If your coffee order always comes with something sweet, Denim Co has your name written all over it. Their fluffy hotcakes arrive stacked high with butter and a generous drizzle of maple syrup, making them the perfect companion to your morning latte.

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O Bagel
Coffee and bagels are a combination that never misses, and O Bagel does both exceptionally well. Order the Tiramisu Cloud, a dreamy mix of double espresso, a splash of milk and sweet cold foam, then team it with the Big Mama bagel packed with salami, wood-smoked ham, Swiss cheese, tomato and seeded mustard mayo. Breakfast sorted.

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C'est Du Gateau
‍Sometimes the classics are impossible to beat. Pick up a freshly brewed coffee and one of C'est Du Gateau's flaky, buttery croissants. Our hot tip? Tear off a piece and dunk it into your coffee. You can thank us later.

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Coco Bliss
‍When you're after something fresh, Coco Bliss has the answer. An iced latte pairs perfectly with one of their colourful açaí bowls, while the avo toast is a winning option if you're after something a little more substantial.

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Poppies
‍For those mornings when only a proper café breakfast will do, head to Poppies. Their signature bacon and eggs on sourdough with house-made tomato relish is a classic done right, especially when enjoyed alongside a perfectly brewed coffee. It's simple, satisfying and exactly what every good breakfast should be.

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