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Calico — specialty coffee in London

Rosslyn (21 Royal Exchange) — specialty coffee in London

640East (Wood Wharf) — specialty coffee in London

Nostos Coffee (St James's) — specialty coffee in London

Kiss the Hippo (Covent Garden) — specialty coffee in London

640East (Montgomery Square Cafe) — specialty coffee in London

Best Espresso in London

Calico — specialty coffee in London

Rosslyn (21 Royal Exchange) — specialty coffee in London

Rosslyn (21 Royal Exchange)

640East (Wood Wharf) — specialty coffee in London

640East (Wood Wharf)

273 specialty coffee shops for espresso in London: Calico, Rosslyn (21 Royal Exchange), 640East (Wood Wharf) + 270 more. Specialty-only and curated by BrewAtlas, with hours and a map for each spot. Updated October 2026.

Most of them are in City of London, Fitzrovia, and Covent Garden.

Cafés for espresso in London

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Calico - specialty coffee shop in London

Calico - specialty coffee shop in London

Calico - specialty coffee shop in London

Calico

Waterloo, London

Cozy specialty shop with rotation of top UK roasters and cult pastries.

Opens 9:00 AM tomorrow

Rosslyn (21 Royal Exchange) - specialty coffee shop in London

Rosslyn (21 Royal Exchange) - specialty coffee shop in London

Rosslyn (21 Royal Exchange) - specialty coffee shop in London

Rosslyn (21 Royal Exchange)

City of London

Specialty coffee destination inside the historic Royal Exchange building.

Opens Monday 6:30 AM

640East (Wood Wharf) - specialty coffee shop in London

640East (Wood Wharf) - specialty coffee shop in London

640East (Wood Wharf) - specialty coffee shop in London

640East (Wood Wharf)

Canary Wharf, London

Independent café and bar with specialty coffee from Caravan.

Open until 11:00 PM

Nostos Coffee (St James's) - specialty coffee shop in London

Nostos Coffee (St James's) - specialty coffee shop in London

Nostos Coffee (St James's) - specialty coffee shop in London

Nostos Coffee (St James's)

St James's, London

Cosy, locally adored coffee bar with friendly service and a wide range of specialty brews.

Opens 8:30 AM tomorrow

Kiss the Hippo (Covent Garden) - specialty coffee shop in London

Kiss the Hippo (Covent Garden) - specialty coffee shop in London

Kiss the Hippo (Covent Garden) - specialty coffee shop in London

Kiss the Hippo (Covent Garden)

Covent Garden, London

Carbon-negative specialty coffee shop with innovative brews and tasty pastries.

Opens 9:00 AM tomorrow

640East (Montgomery Square Cafe) - specialty coffee shop in London

640East (Montgomery Square Cafe) - specialty coffee shop in London

640East (Montgomery Square Cafe) - specialty coffee shop in London

640East (Montgomery Square Cafe)

Canary Wharf, London

Specialty coffee café in Montgomery Square Canary Wharf.

Opens 9:00 AM tomorrow

Kiss the Hippo (Fitzrovia) - specialty coffee shop in London

Kiss the Hippo (Fitzrovia) - specialty coffee shop in London

Kiss the Hippo (Fitzrovia) - specialty coffee shop in London

Kiss the Hippo (Fitzrovia)

Fitzrovia, London

Light-filled café with a focus on sustainable coffee and ingredient sourcing.

Opens 8:00 AM tomorrow

Old Spike Elephant & Castle - specialty coffee shop in London

Old Spike Elephant & Castle - specialty coffee shop in London

Old Spike Elephant & Castle - specialty coffee shop in London

Old Spike Elephant & Castle

Elephant and Castle, London

Specialty coffee in a quaint café from Old Spike Roastery in Elephant & Castle.

Opens 8:30 AM tomorrow

60 Degrees Specialty Coffee - specialty coffee shop in London

60 Degrees Specialty Coffee - specialty coffee shop in London

60 Degrees Specialty Coffee - specialty coffee shop in London

60 Degrees Specialty Coffee

Victoria, London

Speciality coffee shop in Victoria offering exceptional coffees and pastries.

Opens 8:00 AM tomorrow

Dark & Light Coffee - specialty coffee shop in London

Dark & Light Coffee - specialty coffee shop in London

Dark & Light Coffee - specialty coffee shop in London

Dark & Light Coffee

Queen's Park, London

Queens Park local delivering full-bodied coffee with efficient service and consistent quality

Opens 9:00 AM tomorrow

Lodestar Coffee

Hackney

High-end neighborhood café with precision espresso, vegan-friendly food, and small batch beans.

WatchHouse Spitalfields

Spitalfields

In-house roasted seasonal espresso from South London Coffee Lab with batch brew and thoughtful pour service

Urban Baristas - Middlesex Street

Aldgate

Aussie-inspired coffee spot serving specialty brews with a focus on fresh beans and latte art masterclasses

Browns of Brockley

Brockley

Square Mile espresso and guest filters in a light-filled space with in-house bakery supplying pastries and bagels

Allpress Espresso - TEA Building

Shoreditch

New Zealand roaster Allpress brings their acclaimed espresso blends to Shoreditch's TEA Building with Antipodean coffee standards

Coffee Circus

Crouch End

Crouch End espresso bar spotlighting Mission Coffee Works and Campbell & Syme with professionally trained baristas

Iris & June

Westminster

Victoria staple pulling shots with care and serving wholesome, fresh-made food in a laid-back neighborhood setting

The Fields Beneath

Kentish Town

In-house roasted Costa Rican single origins from Finca Santa Elena, plus rotating guest roasters under railway arches

Vagabond N7

Holloway

Nomadic coffee philosophy guides this stripped-back N7 roastery with dedicated baristas pulling well-extracted espresso

Buhler and Co (Brunch/Lunch/Coffee shop)

Walthamstow

Walthamstow brunch café serving espresso-based drinks and V60 filter alongside globally inspired vegetarian plates

Caravan Coffee Roasters at Fora Euston Road

King's Cross

Caravan Coffee Roasters' Euston brewbar serving their own roasts from the Lambworks roastery with skilled baristas and top-tier equipment

Treelogy Speciality Coffee Paddington

Paddington

Independent specialty coffee roaster with a Paddington café, roasting its own beans in East London and serving single-origin espresso alongside pastries.

Wylie's Coffee

Southfields

Surrey-roasted specialty coffee with Japanese-inspired care, serving single-origin beans from Uganda and Colombia

Lumberjack Cafe

Camberwell

Assembly Coffee on espresso with rotating guest filters, plus retail bags from Curve, Hasbean, and Dark Arts

RASTRO CAFÉ

Bethnal Green

East London spot featuring rotating anaerobic process coffees alongside a changing guest roaster selection

BLAS

Victoria Park

Victoria Park coffee spot known for their standout cold brew and matcha, serving a local crowd from a compact shopfront

Clarnico Coffee

Stratford

Spacious specialty coffee shop serving espresso and filter coffee, doubles as training space for SEND Coffee

Kiss the Hippo (Fitzrovia Corner)

Fitzrovia

Inviting café known for nuanced roasting, high quality espresso and attentive service.

Kiss the Hippo (Mayfair)

Mayfair

Charming specialty coffee shop known for excellent espresso and pastries.

Day Trip

Barnsbury

Pour-over perfectionists in De Beauvoir Town with rotating international roasters and complimentary filter service

Store Street Espresso

Bloomsbury

London specialty coffee pioneer since 2010 serving Square Mile with rotating guest roasters

Qima Café and Pâtisserie (Covent Garden)

Covent Garden

London’s leading Yemeni specialty café, with true tree-to-cup sourcing and vibrant patisserie.

Rosslyn (Tower 42)

City of London

Charming specialty shop tucked in the financial district, known for espresso and soft serve.

Nagare (Bankside & Bakery)

Bankside

Specialty coffee shop with an adjacent bakery offering fresh pastries and breads.

The Clubhouse | Raptor Bikes

Putney

Specialty coffee served riverside at this cycling clubhouse on Putney Embankment, combining quality beans with Thames views

The Press Room

Twickenham

Independent roaster serving their own single-origin Brazilian coffee with a focus on partnering with women producers for sustainability and gender equity

The Robin Craft Cafe

East Sheen

Specialty coffee meets Vietnamese and Thai beverages in a cosy East Sheen neighborhood spot

Kiss the Hippo (SoHo)

Soho

Urban coffee bar with Scandinavian minimalist design and exceptional coffee.

Omotesando Koffee

Fitzrovia

Japanese coffee-focused chain serving V60 pour-overs with rotating single origins in minimalist wood-accented space

Qima Café and Pâtisserie (Fitzrovia)

Fitzrovia

Award-winning Yemeni coffee, inventive pastries, and Middle Eastern brunch culture.

Elwin Coffee

Bloomsbury

Specialty coffee spot near the British Museum delivering consistently well-executed flat whites and espresso in a calm, air-conditioned setting

Workshop Cafe & Academy

Belgravia

Sourcing-focused roastery and training academy serving their own ethically-sourced single origins and blends

Nagare (Spitalfields)

Spitalfields

Contemporary coffee and bakery known for seasonal single origins and delicate pastries.

Farm & Flynn

Tooting Bec

Passionate husband-and-wife operation serving sustainably sourced coffee with proper macchiatos and latte art

Echo Espresso

Camberwell

Couple-run specialty coffee shop focusing on carefully sourced beans and brewing craft, serving the Camberwell community since May 2025

Kiss the Hippo (Shoreditch)

Shoreditch

Eclectic, vegan-friendly specialty coffeehouse focusing on sustainability and community.

The Penny Drop

Fitzrovia

Well-crafted flat whites and cortados by Goodge Street station with rotating coffee selection and proper milk technique

Kafi

Fitzrovia

Sustainable specialty operation pulling shots on espresso with multi-origin filter offerings via V60

Electric Coffee Co

Shepherd's Bush

Small-batch roasters serving ethically sourced specialty coffee in Ealing with wholesale and retail offerings

Perky Blenders - Espresso Bar (NW3)

South Hampstead

East London-roasted espresso bar on Finchley Road serving specialty coffee with a neighborhood focus and personalized service

Hagen Espresso Bar (Hagen Mayfair)

Mayfair

Danish-inspired espresso bar serving premium specialty coffee with old school class and hygge vibes

Rosslyn (Fenchurch Street Station)

City of London

Efficient specialty coffee bar with quality espresso and light bites.

Bija Coffee

St James's

Indonesian specialty coffee specialist showcasing single-origin beans from Sumatra and Java, sourced directly from origin farms

Perky Blenders @ Hoe Street

Walthamstow

Walthamstow local dedicated to precision milk texturing and carefully selected beans with standout flavor profiles

Page Common Coffee House

Covent Garden

Assembly Coffee collaboration with rotating single origins for hand-drip in a West End hotel setting

Special Guests

Marylebone

Trendy micro-roastery and event café blending contemporary design and top beans.

Wildcard

Kensal Green

House Kensal Blend developed with Quarterhorse Roasters in a welcoming neighbourhood café near Kensal Rise

Roasting Plant Coffee

Borough

Theatrical micro-batch roasting with Javabot™ system roasting single-origin beans to order in-store

Carnival Coffee Roasters

Penge

South East London roastery sourcing direct from family farm in Medellín, with pour over and AeroPress offerings

Rosslyn (118 London Wall)

City of London

Premier specialty coffee destination with broad city reach and high volume.

High Grade Coffee

Shoreditch

Single origin Arabica roasted on-demand with an ultra-low carbon footprint roaster, emphasizing full traceability and sustainability

Servesmiths Coffee

Catford

Independent Catford spot serving expertly brewed coffee with standout latte art and quality pastries

Arise Coffee Roasters

Putney

Independent roasters specializing in rare varieties like Geisha and Konar, with on-site roasting expertise

Dark Arts Roastery

Hackney

Cult roastery with goth-metal vibes, bold specialty coffees and a loyal following.

The Colombian Coffee Company

Soho

Colombian single-origin specialist with direct farm relationships and traditional brewing culture from Soho

WatchHouse St. Mary Axe

City of London

South London roastery operation with seasonal 1829 Espresso and dedicated Coffee Lab for development and cuppings

WatchHouse Hanover

Mayfair

In-house roasted beans from South London Coffee Lab with seasonal 1829 Espresso developed specifically for milk

Prufrock

Farringdon

Pioneer and training hub for London’s specialty scene, famous for its espresso bar and courses.

Frequency Coffee Kings Cross

King's Cross

Multi-concept space blending specialty coffee with design and music in a modern-rustic Kings Cross setting

Catalyst

Bloomsbury

On-site roastery crafting espresso and filter blends with chocolate and nutty profiles in a minimalist space

Chill House Coffee Shop

Mayfair

Cup of Excellence beans brewed on V60, plus signature Freddo espresso and cappuccino. Greek-influenced café near Shepherd Market.

Black Cowboy Coffee

Elephant and Castle

Seven single-origin arabicas from Colombia, Ethiopia, Brazil, and Sumatra with Swiss water decaf and house blends

The Gentlemen Baristas

Borough

London roastery & coffeehouse serving meticulously sourced single origins like Brazilian Pink Bourbon

ZeroToOne Coffee

Spitalfields

London's first Vietnamese specialty coffee shop sourcing directly from pioneering farms and roasting in-house to showcase premium Vietnamese beans

Guillam Coffee House – Bayswater

Bayswater

Single origin specialty coffee with in-house roasting, delivering freshly roasted beans and curated equipment across the UK

Element Coffee

Northfields

Queer-owned roastery and café in Ealing roasting small-batch specialty coffees designed to bridge third-wave quality with approachability

Sawyer and Gray

Highbury

Neighbourhood café with speciality coffee alongside Mediterranean-Antipodean brunch in a no-laptop social space

Good as Gold

Ladywell

Owner-operated specialty coffee shop in Brockley serving freshly made food and quality espresso

Monmouth Coffee Company (Bermondsey)

Bermondsey

Popular café with quality coffee and bakery in vibrant South London neighbourhood.

Door Coffee Bar

Brixton

Hidden, minimal coffee bar specializing in swift espresso and a single origin focus.

Redemption Roasters - Covent Garden

Covent Garden

Social enterprise roasting and training baristas in prison, serving their own coffee across London locations

Monmouth Coffee Company (The Borough)

Borough

Historic specialty coffee roastery known for driving London’s third wave coffee movement.

Cable Co

Kensal Green

Neighborhood spot serving carefully brewed coffee with attention to extraction and milk work

Rondor Coffee

Parsons Green

Precise espresso execution and consistently dialed-in milk drinks from a reserved, efficient barista in a compact spot across from Parson's Green

Perky Blenders - Project 660

Leyton

East London roastery and café on Leyton High Road, serving their own roasted beans alongside fresh focaccia and vegan options

Urban Baristas

Bounds Green

Aussie-inspired coffee bar serving espresso-based drinks with latte art masterclasses and fresh bean focus

Chief Coffee

Chiswick

Custom white La Marzocco FB/80 and EK43 anchor this specialty bar with arcade nostalgia in Chiswick mews

Proud Mary's

Shepherd's Bush

Australian roaster serving their own beans with quality espresso alongside Aus/NZ-inspired brunch

Dilectio Coffee

Wandsworth Common

High-end hospitality meets independent specialty coffee with grab-and-go convenience near Wandsworth Common

EspressoBase Speciality coffee, Italian style brew bar

Bloomsbury

Italian-style espresso cart in a hidden garden courtyard, run by passionate independent barista Gennaro

Perky Blenders - Espresso Bar (E11)

Bushwood

East London espresso bar roasting their own beans in-house, serving coffee for the local Leytonstone community with friendly service

Lantana Fitzrovia

Fitzrovia

Melbourne-inspired Aussie café delivering quality flat whites and specialty coffee since 2008

Hermanos Colombian Coffee Roasters – Victoria Station

Victoria

Colombian roasters crafting single-origin beans from smallholder farms, roasted on-site at this compact Victoria outpost

Abraço Dalston

Dalston

Independently owned café pouring Ozone Coffee across three London locations with full breakfast-to-lunch menu

Wired co.

West Hampstead

Climpson & Sons espresso and rotating single origin filters, plus Friday wine nights in West Hampstead

The Skylark Café

Wandsworth Common

Curious Roo coffee roasted in Ealing, served by trained baristas in a parkside café on Wandsworth Common

Coffee Island

Covent Garden

Greek coffee franchise with 400+ worldwide locations serving their own roasted beans in the West End

WatchHouse Seven Dials

Seven Dials

In-house roaster crafting seasonal espresso blends at their South London Coffee Lab for milk-forward drinks

SHOT London - Mayfair

Mayfair

Mayfair flagship showcasing rare microlots and classic single origins with V60, filter, and espresso service

Moonstruck Cafe

Stockwell

Coffee education hub offering structured courses in latte art, espresso, filter brewing, and sensory skills for all levels

Bean + Brew

Wood Green

Convenient Wood Green spot focused on quality beans and crafting approachable specialty drinks

18Grams Coffee. ∞ Love.

Greenwich

Rotating house espresso program with DAK beans on retail, knowledgeable baristas near Greenwich station

Store Street Espresso

Hammersmith

Pioneering London specialty café since 2010, pouring Square Mile beans alongside a rotating cast of guest roasters in minimalist digs.

Snoozzze Coffee

Farringdon

Farringdon hideaway serving single-origin specials alongside housemade pastries in a calm, curated space

Mont58 Coffee

Sydenham

B Corp roastery and café serving their own small-batch, sustainably sourced beans from South-East London

Saddle London

Knightsbridge

Dubai-born café concept offering espresso-based drinks, matcha, and crepes in an intimate Knightsbridge setting

Old Spike Peckham Rye

Camberwell

Direct-trade roastery with specialty-grade beans and social enterprise mission fighting homelessness

Intermission Coffee

West Hampstead

People-and-planet-first coffee with Gesha pour overs, guest espressos, and Ethiopian single origins

Kiss the Hippo (Richmond)

Richmond

Community-rooted café with environmental ethos and high quality specialty coffee.

OBA Coffee

City of London

City of London coffee bar delivering quality espresso and milk drinks in the financial district's Basinghall Avenue

THE BARN Café Charlotte Street

Fitzrovia

Berlin-based specialty roaster's London outpost serving seasonally fresh single-origin microlots with direct-trade sourcing

Café Volt

Borough

Electric bike showroom meets specialty coffee with Scanery beans, fresh daily pastries, and quality espresso in a clean modern space

Wood Street Cafe

Walthamstow

Early-opening neighborhood café on Wood Street serving coffee and snacks to the Walthamstow community since morning

Maya's Stores London

City of London

Independent specialty coffee near St. Paul's with award-winning hot chocolates and milk-focused espresso drinks

LIFT COFFEE

Kensington

Minimalist specialty spot serving funky, fruity espresso with multiple bean options and V60 pour overs

Third coffee

Pimlico

Specialty coffee and ceremonial-grade Japanese matcha served with V60 pour-overs, eco-friendly practices, and sustainably sourced beans

Flying Horse Coffee

Bloomsbury

Hackney-based specialty roastery with downtown café pouring their own single-origin beans and batch brew

Monmouth Coffee Company (Covent Garden)

Covent Garden

London's original specialty roaster-café, famed for friendly lines and big filter flavours.

Twisted Sister Cafe

Clapham Junction

Neighbourhood café pouring Fourways Coffee alongside hot toasties and pastries in a dog-friendly, community-focused space

Rosslyn (Leadenhall Market)

City of London

Charming specialty coffee shop in London’s historic market district.

Leigh's

De Beauvoir Town

Community-focused café with seasonal drink program, house-baked goods, and welcoming neighborhood energy

Nagare (Carnaby)

Carnaby

Minimalist coffee bar off the iconic Carnaby Street, blending specialty coffee with style.

Feel Good Coffee House

Southfields

Locally roasted specialty coffee with social impact: a barista training program serving expertly prepared drinks

WatchHouse Bishopsgate

City of London

South London-roasted coffee with seasonal milk espresso and rarities selection, V60 pours in City setting

Chancery Press

Holborn

Neighborhood-focused espresso bar serving quality coffee in a compact, design-forward space near Chancery Lane

HUCKS

Walthamstow

Ozone coffee and community vibes in Walthamstow, with vegan-friendly pastries and evening music programming

Origin Coffee (Shoreditch)

Shoreditch

Popular specialty roastery and café with monthly feature coffees and artistic influences.

Gecko Coffeehouse

Shoreditch

In-house roasting on an eco-friendly Bellwether electric roaster with rotating single-origin espresso and beans from European roasters

Parcafé

Mayfair

Alchemy Coffee outpost at The Dorchester with Hyde Park views and house-baked pastries

Stag's House Coffee

Finsbury

Owner-operated specialty spot with rotating bean selection, allowing guests to choose from different single origins for their drinks

Alchemy Café - Old Street

Shoreditch

Hand-roasted direct trade beans with rotating guest espressos and an extensive filter program in Shoreditch

Fink's Salt and Sweet

Finsbury Park

Finsbury Park institution serving world-class coffee alongside house-baked bread and creative seasonal provisions

Clean Hearts Coffee

Finsbury Park

Bright Finsbury Park café serving Ozone Coffee beans with full brunch menu and quality espresso-based drinks

Department of Coffee and Social Affairs

Carnaby

15+ years sourcing 200+ single estates from Rwanda to Guatemala, roasting in-house for espresso and filter

Nkora Coffee - Mayfair

Mayfair

Thoughtfully sourced specialty coffee from Plot Roasting with rotating guest roasters in a considered Mayfair space

15grams Coffee House

Greenwich

Small-batch roastery in Greenwich sourcing specialty micro-lots directly from farms, with a focus on ethical sourcing and innovative cultivation

Perky Blenders - Espresso Bar (E17)

Walthamstow

East London roastery and espresso bar delivering locally roasted beans to E17 with a focus on quality coffee for everyone

Glass Coffee

Camden Town

Rare micro-lots from Hacienda La Esmeralda and experimental Colombian fermentations, expertly brewed via V60

Campbell & Syme Coffee Roasters Cafe

East Finchley

Community-focused roaster café in N2 serving their own beans with welcoming service and pastries

Co.

Knightsbridge

Single origin coffee from local and world-renowned roasteries in a hidden Knightsbridge oasis with a modern food menu

Batch Baby

De Beauvoir

Cosy neighborhood specialty bar serving batch brew, espresso, and seasonally-inspired bakes.

Old Spike Cabot Square

Canary Wharf Estate

Social enterprise roastery serving direct-trade specialty coffee with 65% profits fighting homelessness

Clerkenwells, Coffee & Book Shop

Clerkenwell

Independent bookshop-cafe pairing literature with coffee in Clerkenwell's heart

Rua Coffee Bar

Holloway

North London favorite serving exceptional espresso and filter alongside house-baked pastries and toasties

Paradox Design + Coffee

Hackney

Specialty coffee shop combining great coffee with expert design services.

Scenery

Borough

On-site roaster with extensive single-origin lineup and multiple brewing methods including pour over

Fee & Brown

Beckenham

Neighborhood café in Beckenham village serving cappuccinos and brunch near Kelsey Park

Story Coffee

Wandsworth

Great Taste Award-winning roastery in Wandsworth serving ethically sourced beans with quality filter and espresso

Ozone Coffee - Shoreditch

Shoreditch

New Zealand-rooted roastery with daily-roasted beans from direct farm relationships and serious brunch program

Artisan Coffee

Putney

Contemporary neighborhood café serving espresso-based drinks and filter coffee in bright Putney digs

Carbon Kopi

Hammersmith

NZ-inspired specialty coffee serving Plot Roasting with rotating guests and personality-driven barista team

Black Sheep Coffee

Fitzrovia

Popular UK coffee chain with bold branding and accessible specialty-style drinks across 80+ locations

Flat White

Soho

Pioneering Antipodean café that helped define London's specialty coffee scene with serious espresso craft

Artisan Coffee

Hammersmith

Contemporary neighborhood café serving freshly-ground coffee with welcoming service in bright Chiswick space

Profile Highbury

Highbury

London's first café brewing La Cabra with dedicated reverse osmosis filtration for optimal espresso and filter

WA Cafe (Ealing)

Ealing

Japanese-inspired patisserie in Ealing serving premium coffee alongside artisanal desserts and quality teas in a modern setting

Milk London

Balham

Contemporary daytime café championing independent suppliers and specialty coffee alongside innovative breakfast and brunch fare

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Brockley

Compact Brockley specialty spot serving exceptional espresso in charming cups with skilled barista craft and creative milk drinks

21 Grams

Battersea

Northcote Road neighbourhood spot delivering latte art and consistently praised milk-based espresso drinks

Marquise Coffee Shop

Covent Garden

Independent specialty coffee spot in Covent Garden serving consistently well-extracted espresso and filter coffee

Origin Coffee (Southwark)

Southwark

Tucked-away specialty coffee shop beneath railway arches with pastries, espressos, and more.

Fabrica X Coffee Shop

King's Cross

Coffee bar within a sustainable design exhibition space near King's Cross station

Press Cafe

Earlsfield

Neighborhood coffee bar on Garratt Lane serving espresso and filter with house-baked pastries and a local following

Brixton Blend

Brixton

Volcano Coffee Works on bar with ethically sourced Brixton Blend, plus local pastries near Brixton Station

Kiss the Hippo (Spitalfields)

Spitalfields

Cozy specialty coffee house with broad coffee and pastry menu in a casual setting.

Alchemy Café - The City

St Paul's

Hand-roasting direct trade beans in-house, serving batch brews and espresso with Bonsoy and alternative milks

The Wren Coffee

City of London

Specialty coffee served in a soaring Wren church with stained-glass windows and artisan snacks

Kaffeine (Eastcastle Street)

Fitzrovia

Leading specialty coffee shop near Oxford Street, blending Australian/New Zealand café culture with London style.

WatchHouse Tower Bridge

Shad Thames

House-roasted coffee from their South London Lab, with seasonal 1829 Espresso crafted for milk-based drinks

Attendant Coffee Roasters | Fitzrovia

Fitzrovia

Specialty coffee roasters in a converted Victorian lavatory, offering fresh locally-roasted beans and barista training

Saint Nine Coffee

Southwark

Artisanal specialty coffee in Southwark with skilled baristas crafting quality milk work and welcoming hospitality

Castiglione

Covent Garden

Origin Coffee partner serving Europe's best roaster near Trafalgar Square with Italian-inspired espresso tradition

Urban Botanica

Kennington

Single-origin focused café sourcing through Horsham Coffee Roaster in a botanical-themed Kennington space

Soto Coffee

King's Cross

Independent Colombian coffee specialist serving single-origin beans from their own direct sourcing relationships

Antipode

Hammersmith

Square Mile coffee by day, cocktails by night with rotating guest roasters and pour over options

WatchHouse Bermondsey

Bermondsey

Original graveyard watch house home to WatchHouse's South London roastery and their 1829 seasonal milk espresso

Origin Coffee (at The British Library)

King's Cross

Educationally focused café within the British Library offering high-quality specialty coffee.

SHED Haggerston Coffee & Wine Shop

Haggerston

Creative neighborhood hangout serving outstanding coffee with wine and food from design-focused collective

Saint Espresso - Tower Hill

Tower Hill

Specialty coffee and seasonal brunch in a relaxed Tower Hill setting with ample workspace, outdoor seating, and quality service

Volcano Coffee Works Cafe

Norwood

Brixton-roasted specialty coffee in spacious Norwood roastery café with strong single-origin focus

Elsewhere Coffee Roastery and Brew Bar

Deptford

Roastery and brew bar sourcing globally, with collaborative releases and home brewing courses for enthusiasts

Stir Coffee Brixton

Brixton

Showcasing coffee from around the world with espresso drinks and craft beer in a rustic space with antique accents

Naive

Parsons Green

Direct trade coffee roaster sourcing beans from origin with hands-on farm relationships and in-house roasting

Urban Baristas - Wapping

Wapping

Aussie-inspired coffee bar offering latte art masterclasses and beach vibes in the heart of Wapping

Grind

Shoreditch

Espresso-focused coffee bar with house-roasted beans, sustainably sourced and ethically traded

Hagen Espresso Bar (Hagen Chelsea)

Chelsea

Danish-inspired espresso bar bringing Copenhagen café culture to King's Road with premium specialty coffee and old-school class

Compane

St James's

Tucked in Princes Arcade serving Allpress espresso with pastries in a peaceful Piccadilly refuge

COFFEE HOUSE 607

Archway

Brother-run neighborhood spot serving carefully selected coffee and signature breakfast baps since 2018

Butter Up Coffee

Norwood

Origin Coffee house blend with chocolate notes, plus keto coffee and ceremonial cacao in Tulse Hill

PROJECT68

Bloomsbury

Specialty pourover stop near Kings Cross with multi-origin bean selection and proper chocolate mochas

% ARABICA London Broadway Market

Hackney

Global minimalist chain serving its signature house-roasted beans on high-spec equipment at bustling Broadway Market

Dream Story

Crofton Park

Crofton Park neighborhood spot serving consistently well-prepared coffee alongside Turkish eggs and weekend brunch plates

Aether Coffee Lab

Canary Wharf Estate

Hackney-roasted specialty lab in Canary Wharf showcasing meticulously sourced single origins

Old Spike Piccadilly

Soho

Social enterprise roastery serving direct-trade specialty coffee that funds homelessness support programmes

Tamp Coffee - Specialty Coffee Shop in Chiswick

Chiswick

In-house roastery curating and roasting globally-sourced specialty beans weekly, with strong emphasis on social and environmental responsibility

Oscar's

Ladywell

House espresso project with multi-year farm commitments and rotating guest roasters in a relaxed Ladywell setting

Music & Beans Haringey

Harringay Ladder

Early-opening Harringay café combining fresh daily baking with coffee service on the Green Lanes corridor

SHED Clapham South

Balham

Creative neighborhood hangout pouring SP9 specialty filter through pour over alongside wine and St John sourdough

LONG & SHORT

Walthamstow

Hand-roasted single origins with batch-specific profiles, prioritizing direct farm relationships and above-Fairtrade standards

Another Brother

Putney

La Marzocco-powered espresso and rotating single origins near Putney Bridge

Curators Coffee Studio

City of London

Social enterprise roasting and serving single-origin specialty coffee, with Q graders ensuring quality and ethical sourcing

Koub Cafe

Belgravia

Compact specialty coffee spot near Victoria Station serving Spanish lattes and customizable espresso drinks with friendly service

Dark Arts (Shoreditch)

Shoreditch

Goth-metal inspired specialty espresso bar and café, an offshoot of the Hackney roastery.

WatchHouse Roastery

Bermondsey

Immersive roastery HQ in a converted railway arch with modbar espresso, transparent roasting operations, and comprehensive training centre

TRAMPOLINE Cafe

Islington

Sri Lankan café and restaurant in Islington's Camden Passage serving coffee alongside mission-driven Sri Lankan cuisine

% ARABICA LONDON BATTERSEA POWER STATION

Nine Elms

Global specialty chain's London outpost in Battersea Power Station with meticulous pour-over preparation

Story Coffee

Liverpool Street

Great Taste Award-winning roastery serving ethically sourced beans with quality batch brew in Devonshire Square

Artisan Coffee

East Sheen

Bright contemporary café serving well-crafted flat whites and espresso drinks with house-made bakes

1930 Coffee Co London

Clerkenwell

Smooth, balanced espresso and long blacks in a cozy East London hideaway near City University

Velasquez and Van Wezel

Crouch End

Curators of world-class coffee featuring rotating single origins and roasters like Friedhats, Tim Wendelboe, and Dak

Liten Coffee

West Hampstead

Compact neighborhood coffee spot in West Hampstead serving seasonal espresso and filter alongside standout bakes like banana bread

Kiss the Hippo (Chelsea)

Chelsea

Eco-conscious specialty coffee venue with seasonally changing menu and community focus.

Assembly Coffee London

Brixton

Brixton roastery with 100+ years combined team experience, coffee tastings, and direct trade focus

Simmos Coffee

Fish Island

Multi-roaster coffee bar showcasing top UK roasters including Scenery, Dak, Swerl, Taith, Module, and Killbean in Fish Island

Level Crossing Records

East Sheen

Dark Arts coffee served among vinyl records in this unique café-record shop hybrid since 2018

Holy Grain & Brew

Tottenham

Community-focused café serving V60 pour overs alongside daily baked bread, welcoming families and dogs in North London

Four Boroughs

Crystal Palace

Assembly Coffee with cycling culture vibes, plus wine and beer for multi-occasion visits

Climpson & Sons Café

Hackney

Pioneering London roasters serving their own ethically sourced beans with skilled barista work and latte art

640East

Canary Wharf Estate

Specialty coffee from London's Caravan roastery served in an industrial upcycled shipping container space in Wood Wharf

Rosslyn (116 Cannon St)

City of London

Award-winning high-volume specialty café known for quality coffee and service.

White Mulberries

Bermondsey

Hay's Galleria café serving coffee alongside brunch classics and their signature banana bread since 2012

Beanberry Coffee Company

Kingston upon Thames

Onsite roastery in Woking supplying Kingston café with single origins roasted and bagged within 24 hours

Sofu Coffee

Clerkenwell

London’s first Yunnan specialty café, renowned for its jasmine-infused and single origin coffees.

Ginger & White

Hampstead

British café in Hampstead serving artisan coffee alongside handmade breakfast staples and homemade bakes

KIN Cafe

Fitzrovia

Plant-based café in Fitzrovia serving breakfast and lunch alongside coffee in a cosy, welcoming setting

Formative Coffee

Westminster

Champion roasters and baristas shaping specialty coffee's future with exceptional sourcing and service

WatchHouse Fetter Lane

Holborn

In-house roasting from South London lab with thoughtful pour-overs and seasonal 1829 milk espresso blend

Ngopi UK

Dalston

Indonesian specialty coffee roaster serving kopi susu and single-origin beans with authentic Southeast Asian preparations

Allpress Espresso Roastery and Cafe

Dalston

House-roasted specialty coffee showcasing air-roasting precision and signature profiles for cafés worldwide

THE USUAL

Wandsworth

Wandsworth Common neighbourhood spot serving carefully crafted coffee with welcoming service and thoughtfully designed interior space

Old Spike Fenchurch Street

Aldgate

Direct-trade roastery serving their own responsibly sourced beans with 65% of profits funding homelessness support

The Coffee Traveller

Chiswick

Riverside refuge in leafy Chiswick serving smooth espresso and fresh-made food steps from the Thames

Specialty Cafetiere

Haggerston

Owner-roasted beans and precision espresso craft in a welcoming Hackney setting with knowledgeable baristas

Colonna & Small's

Clerkenwell

Maxwell Colonna's pioneering coffee shop showcasing exceptional single origins from their own roastery, founded in 2009

Jimmy and the Bee

Clerkenwell

Women-owned bistro air-roasting specialty beans in-house for fresh, smooth coffee with a bold flavor profile

% ARABICA London Covent Garden

Covent Garden

Kyoto-born specialty chain serving rotating single origins and precision espresso in a compact Covent Garden space

Nostos Coffee (Battersea)

Battersea

Welcoming, neighborhood-focused specialty shop with Greek influences and expert baristas.

Farine

Wandsworth

Neighbourhood bakery-café focusing on consistent espresso and quality pastries in a welcoming Wandsworth setting

Caravan City

City of London

Caravan's City outpost serving their own specialty roasts in Bloomberg Arcade with globally-inspired all-day dining

Host Café

City of London

Specialty coffee served in a stunning Gothic church setting in the heart of the City

Rosslyn (78 Queen Victoria St)

City of London

Award-winning specialty coffee bar putting service and bright flavors first.

Compane

Islington

Peaceful Piccadilly and Angel oasis pouring high-quality coffee with friendly service and pastries

Juliet’s Quality Foods

Tooting

Elevated brunch spot with specialty coffee program including salted espresso butter and quality chai options

Kaffeine (Great Titchfield Street)

Fitzrovia

Highly-acclaimed London espresso bar with minimalist design and outstanding coffee.

WatchHouse Covent Garden

Covent Garden

South London roaster with Coffee Lab developing seasonal espressos and specialty tasting flights with tasting notes

WatchHouse Somerset House

Strand

In-house roasted coffee from South London lab with seasonal 1829 Espresso in Somerset House's East Wing

H.R.Higgins

Mayfair

Royal Warrant holder since 1942, roasting single origins in-house with V60 available in elegant Duke Street shop

Notes Coffee Roasters & Bar | Trafalgar Square

Covent Garden

In-house roasted single origins from direct producer relationships, small-batch roasted in East London since 2010

Perks & White coffee, Herne Hill Station

Herne Hill

Station-set specialty spot offering guest espressos and filter, sourcing direct from Red Associations network

F. Mondays

Brixton Hill

Relaxed neighborhood coffee shop and grocer serving quality coffee alongside artisanal pantry goods

Sapid Coffee

Stoke Newington

Family-run neighbourhood spot on Church Street serving consistently crafted coffee and generous homemade food

Story Coffee

Battersea

Award-winning roastery serving meticulously crafted espresso with silky textured milk and ethically sourced beans

Nude Coffee Roasters

Spitalfields

East London pioneer roasting on a Loring Smart Roast since 2008, bringing Antipodean specialty coffee culture to Shoreditch

No. 41 Coffee

Forest Hill

Neighborhood spot in Brockley serving quality barista-made coffee with attentive service and thoughtful execution

SHED Kingsland Coffee Shop & Deli

Dalston

Specialty coffee in London.

Dose

Barbican

Square Mile and rotating guest roasters fuel this Barbican favorite with efficient service and solid espresso

Bake Street

Lower Clapton

Neighbourhood spot known for creative bakes and burgers alongside classic coffee brews

Three Wheels Coffee

Borough

Assembly Coffee roasted exclusively for this independent espresso bar in The Shard Arcade

Yellow Warbler

Stoke Newington

Community-focused café blending specialty coffee with creative chef-driven food in Stoke Newington

Coffee & Friends

St James's

Regent Street espresso bar where barista Mike crafts stellar milk drinks with consistently impressive latte art

The Espresso Room

Bloomsbury

Compact coffee bar near Great Ormond Street serving consistently dialled-in espresso and milk-based drinks

Brunswick East, Dalston

Dalston

Australian-inspired café with specialty coffee, in-house bakehouse, and urban farm growing their own herbs

Local Hero

Parsons Green

Neighbourhood espresso bar serving quality flat whites alongside creative brunch fare in a compact setting

Coffee Brigade Cart

Marylebone

Italian espresso-inspired mobile cart bringing specialty coffee to London, founded by Jamie who honed his passion in Milan

The Little One Coffee Shop - Primrose Hill

Primrose Hill

Origin Coffee roasters serving carefully crafted espresso and filter in compact Primrose Hill neighbourhood spot

Wylie's Coffee

Saint Margarets

Japanese-inspired neighbourhood shop serving ethically sourced speciality coffee with fresh daily pastries in St Margarets

Third Coffee

Wimbledon

Specialty coffee and ceremonial-grade Japanese matcha in Wimbledon, featuring V60 pour-overs and local roaster partnerships

Abraço

Harringay Ladder

Harringay coffee bar pouring Ozone Coffee with specialty brewing alongside a vegan-friendly all-day menu

Bluebelles of Portobello

Notting Hill

Italian-influenced brunch spot on Portobello Road with cappuccinos and a neighborhood café vibe

46b Espresso Hut

Homerton

Homerton hideaway serving Square Mile with skilled barista care and house-made pastries

Esters

Stoke Newington

Hasbean coffee and seasonal café fare in a bright Stoke Newington neighborhood spot

Devotion Coffee Angel

Angel

Multi-roaster specialist showcasing exceptional retail selection alongside consistently solid batch brew in Angel

Gramos Coffee Bar (underground, sub-level -1)

King's Cross

In-house roaster serving specialty-grade single origins in King's Cross Underground, espresso and filter

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