Casual all-day brunch cafe near Highbury & Islington, a reliable pre-match stop on the walk to the Emirates.
The spot
Blue Legume is the pre-match brunch that keeps showing up in fan reviews for a reason. It is close to Highbury & Islington, the food lands fast, and the Mediterranean breakfast is genuinely good rather than a novelty.
Best moment to visit
Heads up: weekends queue. Show up at opening or expect a wait.
On the menu
Drinks
Food
Who is it for?
Brunch at Blue Legume
Mediterranean breakfast and a fresh juice.
Walk up Upper Street
Toward Highbury Corner and on to the Emirates.
Arrive at the ground
Ten minutes to spare before turnstiles.
Kick-off
Brunch done, in your seat.
Local tip 🇬🇧
Fan reviews flag this as the quick post-Emirates option too. It works both ways on a matchday.
The reliable pre-match brunch stop on the Highbury & Islington end of Upper Street.
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Nearest club
Arsenal
Emirates Stadium
