Special Guests Coffee: A Rare Coffee Experience in Marylebone

Tucked away on Aybrook Street in Marylebone, Special Guests Coffee offers one of London's most exceptional coffee experiences. Founded in 2022 by Paul Ross, a two-time UK Barista Championship winner, this specialty coffee shop has quickly established itself as a destination for coffee connoisseurs seeking something beyond the ordinary.

Extraordinary Coffee Selection

What sets Special Guests apart is their unwavering commitment to sourcing and serving only the most remarkable coffee beans available. Their carefully curated selection features rare micro-lots, competition-level beans, and exclusive varietals that are often in extremely limited supply.

Visitors can expect to taste coffees that push the boundaries of what's possible in a cup - from prized Geisha varietals from Panama to experimental processes and award-winning beans from renowned producers worldwide. The baristas approach their craft with remarkable precision, with reviewers noting their attention to even the smallest details in the brewing process.

Atmosphere and Experience

The café provides a calm, relaxed atmosphere that's perfect for both coffee appreciation and getting some work done. While it can get busy during peak hours, the space maintains a welcoming vibe that encourages visitors to slow down and truly appreciate their exceptional beverages.

Beyond coffee, Special Guests offers a selection of quality pastries and baked goods, with their sticky toffee swirl receiving particular praise from customers.

For the True Coffee Enthusiast

Beyond their café offerings, Special Guests operates a subscription service delivering 100g of rare, world-class coffee to subscribers' doors monthly. This showcases their dedication to making exceptional coffee accessible to enthusiasts everywhere.

Whether you're a casual coffee drinker looking to explore new flavors or a dedicated aficionado seeking the pinnacle of coffee craftsmanship, Special Guests Coffee provides a unique opportunity to experience truly exceptional coffee in the heart of Marylebone.

Special Guests Coffee

Specialty coffee shop founded by two-time UK Barista Championship winner Paul Ross, focusing on rare, exceptional and competition-level coffee beans.

4.8

£1+

Highlights

  • Espresso
  • Filter Coffee
  • Flat White
  • Latte
  • Specialty Coffee
  • Colombian Coffee
  • Geisha Varietals

Accolades

  • Founded by two-time UK Barista Championship winner

Amenities

  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Serves Dessert
  • Takeout
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch

Opening Hours

  • mon: 7:30am - 5pm
  • tues: 7:30am - 5pm
  • wed: 7:30am - 5pm
  • thur: 7:30am - 5pm
  • fri: 7:30am - 5pm
  • sat: 8am - 4pm
  • sun: 8am - 4pm
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