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    Calico — specialty coffee in London
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    Special Guests

    Standouts include Calico, Nostos Coffee (St James's) and Special Guests; the densest specialty pockets are City of London, Fitzrovia, Covent Garden.

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    Calico - specialty coffee shop in London
    Calico - specialty coffee shop in London
    Calico - specialty coffee shop in London

    Calico

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    Waterloo, London

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

    Open until 5:30 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.

    Open until 5:00 PM
    Special Guests - specialty coffee shop in London
    Special Guests - specialty coffee shop in London
    Special Guests - specialty coffee shop in London

    Special Guests

    Marylebone, London

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

    Open until 4:00 PM
    Nostos Coffee (Battersea) - specialty coffee shop in London
    Nostos Coffee (Battersea) - specialty coffee shop in London
    Nostos Coffee (Battersea) - specialty coffee shop in London

    Nostos Coffee (Battersea)

    Battersea, London

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

    Open until 5:00 PM
    Prufrock - specialty coffee shop in London
    Prufrock - specialty coffee shop in London
    Prufrock - specialty coffee shop in London

    Prufrock

    Farringdon, London

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

    Open until 5:00 PM
    Frequency Coffee Kings Cross - specialty coffee shop in London
    Frequency Coffee Kings Cross - specialty coffee shop in London
    Frequency Coffee Kings Cross - specialty coffee shop in London

    Frequency Coffee Kings Cross

    King's Cross, London

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

    Opens Monday 8:00 AM
    Castiglione - specialty coffee shop in London
    Castiglione - specialty coffee shop in London
    Castiglione - specialty coffee shop in London

    Castiglione

    Covent Garden, London

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

    Opens at 11:00 AM
    Monmouth Coffee Company (The Borough) - specialty coffee shop in London
    Monmouth Coffee Company (The Borough) - specialty coffee shop in London
    Monmouth Coffee Company (The Borough) - specialty coffee shop in London

    Monmouth Coffee Company (The Borough)

    Borough, London

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

    Open until 6:00 PM
    Paradox Design + Coffee - specialty coffee shop in London
    Paradox Design + Coffee - specialty coffee shop in London
    Paradox Design + Coffee - specialty coffee shop in London

    Paradox Design + Coffee

    Hackney, London

    Specialty coffee shop combining great coffee with expert design services.

    Open until 4:00 PM
    Lodestar Coffee - specialty coffee shop in London
    Lodestar Coffee - specialty coffee shop in London
    Lodestar Coffee - specialty coffee shop in London

    Lodestar Coffee

    Hackney, London

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

    Open until 3:30 PM

    Rosslyn (21 Royal Exchange)

    City of London

    Specialty coffee destination inside the historic Royal Exchange building.

    Kiss the Hippo (Covent Garden)

    Covent Garden

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

    Nowhere - Dark Arts @ Aries (Soho)

    Soho

    Flagship collaboration café in Soho, reveling in creative coffee and street culture.

    640East (Wood Wharf)

    Canary Wharf

    Independent cafe and bar with specialty coffee from Caravan.

    Old Spike Elephant & Castle

    Elephant and Castle

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

    Kiss the Hippo (Fitzrovia)

    Fitzrovia

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

    640East (Montgomery Square Cafe)

    Canary Wharf

    Specialty coffee cafe in Montgomery Square Canary Wharf.

    60 Degrees Specialty Coffee

    Victoria

    Speciality coffee shop in Victoria offering exceptional coffees and pastries.

    Perky Blenders - Project 660

    Leyton

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

    Assembly Coffee London

    Brixton

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

    The Clubhouse | Raptor Bikes

    Putney

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

    THE BARN Café Charlotte Street

    Fitzrovia

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

    WA Cafe (Ealing)

    Ealing

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

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    Brockley

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

    Leigh's

    De Beauvoir Town

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

    ZeroToOne Coffee

    Spitalfields

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

    OBA Coffee

    City of London

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

    Kiss the Hippo (Richmond)

    Richmond

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

    Naive

    Parsons Green

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

    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

    % ARABICA LONDON BATTERSEA POWER STATION

    Nine Elms

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

    Fee & Brown

    Beckenham

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

    Dark Arts Roastery

    Hackney

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

    Kiss the Hippo (Shoreditch)

    Shoreditch

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

    Glass Coffee

    Camden Town

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

    Store Street Espresso

    Hammersmith

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

    Profile Highbury

    Highbury

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

    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

    Kiss the Hippo (Fulham Pier)

    Fulham

    Modern café focusing on environmentally conscious coffee with broad espresso and drip options.

    Campbell & Syme Coffee Roasters Cafe

    East Finchley

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

    Black Sheep Coffee

    Fitzrovia

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

    Soto Coffee

    King's Cross

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

    Wylie's Coffee

    Southfields

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

    Department of Coffee and Social Affairs

    Carnaby

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

    Co.

    Knightsbridge

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

    Twisted Sister Cafe

    Clapham Junction

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

    Abraço Dalston

    Dalston

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

    Roasting Plant Coffee

    Borough

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

    Attendant Coffee Roasters | Fitzrovia

    Fitzrovia

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

    The Penny Drop

    Fitzrovia

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

    SHED Clapham South

    Balham

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

    Rosslyn (118 London Wall)

    City of London

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

    Feel Good Coffee House

    Southfields

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

    The Wren Coffee

    City of London

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

    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

    WatchHouse Fetter Lane

    Holborn

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

    Hagen Espresso Bar (Hagen Mayfair)

    Mayfair

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

    Page Common Coffee House

    Covent Garden

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

    SHOT London - Mayfair

    Mayfair

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

    18Grams Coffee. ∞ Love.

    Greenwich

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

    Bean + Brew

    Wood Green

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

    Kiss the Hippo (Chelsea)

    Chelsea

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

    Old Spike Piccadilly

    Soho

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

    Butter Up Coffee

    Norwood

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

    Intermission Coffee

    West Hampstead

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

    News & Coffee

    Holborn

    Specialty coffee to-go kiosk at Holborn tube combining quality brews with a curated magazine and newspaper selection

    Browns of Brockley

    Brockley

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

    SHED Haggerston Coffee & Wine Shop

    Haggerston

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

    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

    Clean Hearts Coffee

    Finsbury Park

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

    Brickwood Coffee & Bread

    Putney

    Aussie-influenced brunch spot known for banana bread and big portions, serving coffee in a spacious SW15 setting

    Juliet’s Quality Foods

    Tooting

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

    Saddle London

    Knightsbridge

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

    Fink's Salt and Sweet

    Finsbury Park

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

    Urban Baristas - Middlesex Street

    Aldgate

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

    Flat White

    Soho

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

    Vagabond N7

    Holloway

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

    % ARABICA London Covent Garden

    Covent Garden

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

    Lumberjack Cafe

    Camberwell

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

    Elsewhere Coffee Roastery and Brew Bar

    Deptford

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

    WatchHouse Spitalfields

    Spitalfields

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

    The Skylark Café

    Wandsworth Common

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

    Day Trip

    Barnsbury

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

    Abraço

    Harringay Ladder

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

    Jimmy and the Bee

    Clerkenwell

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

    Maya's Stores London

    City of London

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

    Hermanos Colombian Coffee Roasters – Victoria Station

    Victoria

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

    WatchHouse Covent Garden

    Covent Garden

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

    Farine

    Wandsworth

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

    Ginger & White

    Hampstead

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

    Redemption Roasters - Covent Garden

    Covent Garden

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

    Good as Gold

    Ladywell

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

    Dark Arts (Shoreditch)

    Shoreditch

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

    Carbon Kopi

    Hammersmith

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

    Alchemy Café - The City

    St Paul's

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

    PROJECT68

    Bloomsbury

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

    Wildcard

    Kensal Green

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

    Ozone Coffee - Shoreditch

    Shoreditch

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

    Beanberry Coffee Company

    Kingston upon Thames

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

    Perks & White coffee, Herne Hill Station

    Herne Hill

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

    Allpress Espresso Roastery and Cafe

    Dalston

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

    KillBean

    Kilburn

    In-house roaster spotlighting Ethiopian, Panamanian, and Yunnan beans with Geisha offerings and custom pour-over dripper

    Nkora Coffee - Mayfair

    Mayfair

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

    Flying Horse Coffee

    Bloomsbury

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

    Story Coffee

    Liverpool Street

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

    Coffee Island

    Covent Garden

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

    Qima Café and Pâtisserie (Fitzrovia)

    Fitzrovia

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

    Formative Coffee

    Westminster

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

    Origin Coffee (Southwark)

    Southwark

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

    Arise Coffee Roasters

    Ealing

    Independent roasters showcasing rare varieties like Geisha and Konar with on-site roasting operations

    Scenery

    Borough

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

    Artisan Coffee

    East Sheen

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

    Grind

    Shoreditch

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

    Host Café

    City of London

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

    Store Street Espresso

    Bloomsbury

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

    Nagare (Carnaby)

    Carnaby

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

    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

    Artisan Coffee

    Hammersmith

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

    21 Grams

    Battersea

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

    The Gentlemen Baristas

    Borough

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

    Marquise Coffee Shop

    Covent Garden

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

    Aether Coffee Lab

    Canary Wharf Estate

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

    WatchHouse Tower Bridge

    Shad Thames

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

    Dilectio Coffee

    Wandsworth Common

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

    Rosslyn (Leadenhall Market)

    City of London

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

    Iris & June

    Westminster

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

    Sofu Coffee

    Clerkenwell

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

    % ARABICA London Broadway Market

    Hackney

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

    Old Spike Peckham Rye

    Camberwell

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

    Carnival Coffee Roasters

    Penge

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

    Amoret Specialty Coffee

    Hammersmith

    Notting Hill's local roastery crafting SCA-graded single-estate microlots, roasted on-site and developed for fuller body while preserving origin character

    Café Volt

    Borough

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

    Old Spike Cabot Square

    Canary Wharf Estate

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

    Kaffeine (Eastcastle Street)

    Fitzrovia

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

    Cable Co

    Kensal Green

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

    Rosslyn (Tower 42)

    City of London

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

    BLAS

    Victoria Park

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

    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

    Monmouth Coffee Company (Bermondsey)

    Bermondsey

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

    Milk London

    Balham

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

    Press Cafe

    Earlsfield

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

    Perky Blenders @ Hoe Street

    Walthamstow

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

    Door Coffee Bar

    Brixton

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

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    Archway

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

    Lantana Fitzrovia

    Fitzrovia

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

    Antipode

    Hammersmith

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

    Origin Coffee (at The British Library)

    King's Cross

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

    Clarnico Coffee

    Stratford

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

    Batch Baby

    De Beauvoir

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

    Rosslyn (Fenchurch Street Station)

    City of London

    Efficient specialty coffee bar with quality espresso and light bites.

    Story Coffee

    Wandsworth

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

    Omotesando Koffee

    Fitzrovia

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

    LIFT COFFEE

    Kensington

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

    Climpson & Sons Café

    Hackney

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

    Old Spike Fenchurch Street

    Aldgate

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

    46b Espresso Hut

    Homerton

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

    WatchHouse Bermondsey

    Bermondsey

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

    Urban Botanica

    Kennington

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

    Servesmiths Coffee

    Catford

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

    WatchHouse Somerset House

    Strand

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

    Friends Of Ours - Hoxton

    Hoxton

    Lively Hoxton cafe-deli serving bold specialty coffee alongside chef-driven seasonal plates

    Chief Coffee

    Chiswick

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

    Qubic Cafe

    Covent Garden

    Coffee mixology meets specialty beans from Assembly Roastery in a minimalist space near Trafalgar Square

    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

    Alchemy Café - Old Street

    Shoreditch

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

    Dark & Light Coffee

    Queen's Park

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

    Four Boroughs

    Crystal Palace

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

    Catalyst

    Bloomsbury

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

    Snoozzze Coffee

    Farringdon

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

    Holy Grain & Brew

    Tottenham

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

    The Robin Craft Cafe

    East Sheen

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

    Black Cowboy Coffee

    Elephant and Castle

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

    Esters

    Stoke Newington

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

    WatchHouse St. Mary Axe

    City of London

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

    Bluebelles of Portobello

    Notting Hill

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

    The Colombian Coffee Company

    Soho

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

    Kiss the Hippo (Fitzrovia Corner)

    Fitzrovia

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

    1930 Coffee Co London

    Clerkenwell

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

    Urban Baristas

    Bounds Green

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

    Rua Coffee Bar

    Holloway

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

    Mont58 Coffee

    Sydenham

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

    Arise Coffee Roasters

    Putney

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

    Nagare (Spitalfields)

    Spitalfields

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

    Parcafé

    Mayfair

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

    Urban Baristas - Wapping

    Wapping

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

    WatchHouse Hanover

    Mayfair

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

    Wood Street Cafe

    Walthamstow

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

    WatchHouse Bishopsgate

    City of London

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

    Nagare (Bankside & Bakery)

    Bankside

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

    EspressoBase Speciality coffee, Italian style brew bar

    Bloomsbury

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

    Proud Mary's

    Shepherd's Bush

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

    Stag's House Coffee

    Finsbury

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

    Element Coffee

    Northfields

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

    Kiss the Hippo (SoHo)

    Soho

    Urban coffee bar with Scandinavian minimalist design and exceptional coffee.

    Kiss the Hippo (Spitalfields)

    Spitalfields

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

    Curators Coffee Studio

    City of London

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

    Rosslyn (78 Queen Victoria St)

    City of London

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

    LONG & SHORT

    Walthamstow

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

    Devotion Coffee Angel

    Angel

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

    Buhler and Co (Brunch/Lunch/Coffee shop)

    Walthamstow

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

    Moonstruck Cafe

    Stockwell

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

    Velasquez and Van Wezel

    Crouch End

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

    Echo Espresso

    Camberwell

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

    Guillam Coffee House – Bayswater

    Bayswater

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

    640East

    Canary Wharf Estate

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

    Third Coffee

    Wimbledon

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

    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

    WatchHouse Roastery

    Bermondsey

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

    RASTRO CAFÉ

    Bethnal Green

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

    Bija Coffee

    St James's

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

    Gecko Coffeehouse

    Shoreditch

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

    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

    Chill House Coffee Shop

    Mayfair

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

    Music & Beans Haringey

    Harringay Ladder

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

    TRAMPOLINE Cafe

    Islington

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

    Third coffee

    Pimlico

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

    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

    Wylie's Coffee

    Saint Margarets

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

    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

    High Grade Coffee

    Shoreditch

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

    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

    Liten Coffee

    West Hampstead

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

    Stir Coffee Brixton

    Brixton

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

    Koub Cafe

    Belgravia

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

    THE USUAL

    Wandsworth

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

    Dream Story

    Crofton Park

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

    Simmos Coffee

    Fish Island

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

    Hagen Espresso Bar (Hagen Chelsea)

    Chelsea

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

    H.R.Higgins

    Mayfair

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

    Kiss the Hippo (Mayfair)

    Mayfair

    Charming specialty coffee shop known for excellent espresso and pastries.

    Clerkenwells, Coffee & Book Shop

    Clerkenwell

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

    Commons at Cannon Street

    City of London

    Rotating guest roasters from Europe's finest including La Cabra, The Barn, and Nowhere with industry-forward techniques

    Coffee Circus

    Crouch End

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

    Kaffeine (Great Titchfield Street)

    Fitzrovia

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

    Monmouth Coffee Company (Covent Garden)

    Covent Garden

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

    Origin Coffee (Shoreditch)

    Shoreditch

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

    Artisan Coffee

    Putney

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

    Rosslyn (116 Cannon St)

    City of London

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

    HUCKS

    Walthamstow

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

    Saint Nine Coffee

    Southwark

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

    Old Spike New St Square

    Holborn

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

    Ngopi UK

    Dalston

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

    The Fields Beneath

    Kentish Town

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

    Level Crossing Records

    East Sheen

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

    Oscar's

    Ladywell

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

    Volcano Coffee Works Cafe

    Norwood

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

    WatchHouse Seven Dials

    Seven Dials

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

    White Mulberries

    Bermondsey

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

    Compane

    Islington

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

    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

    Sawyer and Gray

    Highbury

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

    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

    Wired co.

    West Hampstead

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

    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

    Kafi

    Fitzrovia

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

    Three Wheels Coffee

    Borough

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

    Fabrica X Coffee Shop

    King's Cross

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

    Yellow Warbler

    Stoke Newington

    Community-focused cafe 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 cafe with specialty coffee, in-house bakehouse, and urban farm growing their own herbs

    Another Brother

    Putney

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

    Local Hero

    Parsons Green

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

    The Little One Coffee Shop - Primrose Hill

    Primrose Hill

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

    Compane

    St James's

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

    Chancery Press

    Holborn

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

    Qima Café and Pâtisserie (Covent Garden)

    Covent Garden

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

    Electric Coffee Co

    Shepherd's Bush

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

    Farm & Flynn

    Tooting Bec

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

    Colonna & Small's

    Clerkenwell

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

    Caravan City

    City of London

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

    Coffee Brigade Cart

    Marylebone

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

    KIN Cafe

    Fitzrovia

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

    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

    Brixton Blend

    Brixton

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

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