"The phrase ‘this is nice, isn’t it’ is guaranteed to be said by at least one member of your group if you head to Beam on Westbourne Grove. Maybe they’re referring to the hanging lights or the exposed brick. Maybe it’s the spaciousness of it all. Or maybe it’s the brunch menu (one of the best in Notting Hill) that includes shakshuka, a spicy benedict with harissa hollandaise sauce that you’ll lick clean off the plate, and Nutella-filled doughnuts. We’ll tell you—it’s all of the above. This cafe is walk-in only, so plan accordingly." - rianne shlebak, jake missing, heidi lauth beasley