The North London Café of 50 Years

The North London Café of 50 Years

A Café in Muswell Hill Broadway has reached its 50th anniversary this year.

Jenny's has been serving customers since it first opened in 1972.

The business prides itself on its "All day every day Full English breakfast", in addition to its homemade burgers and soup.

A 20-year-old frequent patron of Jenny's and cyber security student, who wished not to be named, said of the café: "I can tell you everyone [that] I made try their milkshakes thinks they are some of the best in North London."

"The food is more expensive than most cafes, but it's alright if you want to eat out with friends."

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