London Best Coffee

Discover London’s finest independent coffee shops and cafés — from perfect flat whites in Central London to single-origin beans in East London.

42 of the best coffee shops in London

Running Late Coffee

  • 4.9
A friendly neighborhood coffee shop founded by Tom & Sean, focused on serving smooth, quality coffee alongside delicious baked goods and light fare.

Hackney

Guillam Coffee House

  • 4.6
  • Notable New Café at London Coffee Festival 2022
Specialty coffee house offering single-origin beans from around the world, alongside pastries and brunch in a cozy setting.

South Kensington

Black Rabbit Cafe

  • 4.4
A cozy neighborhood cafe serving specialty coffee and fresh food in the heart of Earl's Court.

Earl's Court

TAB X TAB

  • 4.5
  • Travellers' Choice Award
Contemporary independent brunch café with a singular focus on quality, from specialty coffee to carefully curated seasonal dishes.

Notting Hill

Kiss the Hippo Coffee Chelsea

  • 4.8
  • Carbon Negative Coffee Company
  • UK Barista Champions (2018, 2019, 2020)
Award-winning specialty coffee shop focused on sustainable, ethically-sourced coffee with a minimalist modern aesthetic.

Chelsea

Servesmiths Coffee

  • 4.8
  • Award-winning coffee
Independent specialty coffee shop serving expertly brewed coffee and freshly baked pastries.

Catford

Devotion Coffee Angel

  • 4.7
Specialty coffee shop offering a curated selection of beans from around the world.

Islington

Nagare Coffee

  • 4.7
A serene, minimalist Japanese-inspired coffee shop offering specialty coffee and artisanal pastries in a tranquil space.

Spitalfields

The Roasting Shed

  • 4.8
Specialty coffee roaster with on-site roasting and a welcoming café space.

Finsbury Park

The Coffee Studio

  • 4.8
A stylish coffee shop and workspace where quality coffee meets a comfortable environment for work and socializing.

Greenwich

Marchetti

  • 4.9
Family-friendly, family-owned coffee shop serving specialty coffee, fresh juices, and seasonal brunch items.

Forest Hill

Nine Bars Coffee

  • 5
A cozy specialty coffee shop in Holborn offering quality brews and fresh baked goods.

Holborn

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