Best Specialty Coffee in London

Waterloo, London

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

St James's, London

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

Marylebone, London

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

Borough Market, London

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

Trafalgar Square, London

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

Hackney, London

Specialty coffee shop combining great coffee with expert design services.

Farringdon, London

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

Hackney, London

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

Battersea, London

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

King's Cross, London

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

Soho, London

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

City of London, London

Specialty coffee destination inside the historic Royal Exchange building.

Canary Wharf, London

Independent cafe and bar with specialty coffee from Caravan.

Covent Garden, London

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

Canary Wharf, London

Specialty coffee cafe in Montgomery Square Canary Wharf.

Elephant & Castle, London

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

Fitzrovia, London

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

Victoria, London

Speciality coffee shop in Victoria offering exceptional coffees and pastries.

Victoria, London

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

Shad Thames, London

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

Fitzrovia, London

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

Hackney, London

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

London

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

Southfields, London

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

Clerkenwell, London

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

Covent Garden, London

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

Hammersmith, London

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

Fitzrovia, London

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

Walthamstow, London

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

Southfields, London

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

Wandsworth, London

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

Bloomsbury, London

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

Islington, London

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

St Paul's, London

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

Highbury, London

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

Carnaby, London

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

Covent Garden, London

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

Herne Hill, London

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

Shoreditch, London

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

Bloomsbury, London

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

Putney, London

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

Bermondsey, London

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

Soho, London

Urban coffee bar with Scandinavian minimalist design and exceptional coffee.

Dalston, London

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

Stratford, London

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

Hackney, London

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

Chelsea, London

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

Spitalfields, London

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

Stoke Newington, London

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

Tooting, London

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

Clerkenwell, London

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

Covent Garden, London

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

Holborn, London

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

Hammersmith, London

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

Hoxton, London

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

Queen's Park, London

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

Barnsbury, London

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

Hammersmith, London

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

Wandsworth Common, London

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

Dalston, London

Specialty coffee in London.

Barbican, London

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

East Sheen, London

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

Lower Clapton, London

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

Stoke Newington, London

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

Highbury, London

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

Southwark, London

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

Brixton Hill, London

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

Beckenham, London

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

Covent Garden, London

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

Crystal Palace, London

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

East Sheen, London

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

Hampstead, London

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

King's Cross, London

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

Clerkenwell, London

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

Holloway, London

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

Mayfair, London

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

Camden Town, London

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

East Sheen, London

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

City of London, London

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

Chiswick, London

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

Westminster, London

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

Fitzrovia, London

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

Borough, London

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

Kilburn, London

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

De Beauvoir Town, London

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

Kennington, London

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

London

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

City of London, London

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

Borough, London

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

City of London, London

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

Crouch End, London

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

Norwood, London

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

King's Cross, London

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

Sydenham, London

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

Stoke Newington, London

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

Spitalfields, London

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

Fitzrovia, London

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

Aldgate, London

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

Shoreditch, London

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

Camberwell, London

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

Notting Hill, London

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

Seven Dials, London

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

City of London, London

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

City of London, London

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

Forest Hill, London

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

Tooting Bec, London

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

City of London, London

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

St James's, London

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

Borough, London

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

Ladywell, London

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

Bermondsey, London

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

Parsons Green, London

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

Nine Elms, London

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

Fulham, London

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

Spitalfields, London

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

Kentish Town, London

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

Balham, London

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

Haggerston, London

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

Haggerston, London

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

Mayfair, London

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

Strand, London

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

Spitalfields, London

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

Bloomsbury, London

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

Belgravia, London

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

City of London, London

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

Hackney, London

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

Battersea, London

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

Bloomsbury, London

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

Brixton, London

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

Soho, London

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

Brockley, London

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

Dalston, London

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

Putney, London

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

Ealing, London

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

Wood Green, London

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

Putney, London

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

Harringay Ladder, London

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

Putney, London

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

Homerton, London

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

Norwood, London

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

Clerkenwell, London

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

Greenwich, London

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

Shepherd's Bush, London

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

Deptford, London

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

Mayfair, London

Charming specialty coffee shop known for excellent espresso and pastries.

City of London, London

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

Elephant and Castle, London

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

Catford, London

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

Finsbury Park, London

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

Kensal Green, London

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

Primrose Hill, London

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

Fitzrovia, London

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

City of London, London

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

Bloomsbury, London

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

Holborn, London

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

St James's, London

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

Southwark, London

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

Bloomsbury, London

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

Fitzrovia, London

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

Crouch End, London

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

Fitzrovia, London

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

City of London, London

Efficient specialty coffee bar with quality espresso and light bites.

Canary Wharf Estate, London

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

Mayfair, London

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

Carnaby, London

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

Shoreditch, London

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

Shoreditch, London

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

King's Cross, London

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

Fitzrovia, London

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

Kensington, London

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

De Beauvoir, London

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

Soho, London

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

Dalston, London

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

Shoreditch, London

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

Covent Garden, London

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

London

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

Shoreditch, London

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

Dalston, London

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

Borough, London

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

Wandsworth Common, London

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

Covent Garden, London

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

Mayfair, London

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

Finsbury Park, London

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

Shepherd's Bush, London

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

City of London, London

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

Liverpool Street, London

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

Holborn, London

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