"You know the usual brunch spots—the tables are packed together, it’s loud, and the waiter will probably forget at least one of the things you ordered. The Spitalfields location of Ottolenghi, our favorite of the outposts around town, is the opposite of that. It’s a calming, minimal place to grab something in the morning, and all of the food is great. The shakshuka here is legendary and you should also get the sweetcorn and polenta cakes with a poached egg. You’ll also want to book ahead." - Jake Oliver, Rianne Shlebak, Sinead Cranna