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London stands as one of the world's premier specialty coffee destinations, where a thriving independent café culture meets centuries-old coffeehouse tradition. From the cobbled streets of Shoreditch to the Victorian arcades of Mayfair, the city offers an extraordinary diversity of specialty coffee experiences.
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Calico
Waterloo
Cozy specialty shop with rotation of top UK roasters and cult pastries.
Opens at 8:00 AM


640East (Wood Wharf)
Canary Wharf
Independent café and bar in Canary Wharf with specialty coffee from Caravan, craft beer, and locally sourced food in an industrial setting.
Opens at 7:30 AM


Nostos Coffee (St James's)
St James's
Cosy, locally adored coffee bar with friendly service, a wide range of specialty brews, and a small team who make every visitor feel like a regular.
Opens at 7:30 AM


Kiss the Hippo (Fitzrovia)
Fitzrovia
Light-filled café in Fitzrovia with a focus on sustainable coffee, ethical ingredient sourcing, and a calm, bright space for patisserie and tea.
Opens at 7:30 AM


60 Degrees Specialty Coffee
Victoria
Specialty coffee shop in Victoria serving expertly brewed coffees, pastries, and sandwiches in a cozy, stylish atmosphere with great views.
Opens at 7:00 AM


Iris & June
Westminster
Victoria staple pulling shots with care and serving wholesome, fresh-made food in a laid-back neighborhood setting.
Opens at 7:30 AMPour-Over & Filter Coffee
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Calico
Waterloo
Cozy specialty shop with rotation of top UK roasters and cult pastries.
Opens at 8:00 AM


Rosslyn (21 Royal Exchange)
City of London
Specialty coffee destination inside the historic Royal Exchange building, set in London's financial core with a welcoming atmosphere.
Opens at 6:30 AM


640East (Wood Wharf)
Canary Wharf
Independent café and bar in Canary Wharf with specialty coffee from Caravan, craft beer, and locally sourced food in an industrial setting.
Opens at 7:30 AM


Nostos Coffee (St James's)
St James's
Cosy, locally adored coffee bar with friendly service, a wide range of specialty brews, and a small team who make every visitor feel like a regular.
Opens at 7:30 AM


60 Degrees Specialty Coffee
Victoria
Specialty coffee shop in Victoria serving expertly brewed coffees, pastries, and sandwiches in a cozy, stylish atmosphere with great views.
Opens at 7:00 AM


WatchHouse Marylebone
Marylebone
Marylebone outpost of the London-born WatchHouse group, serving house-roasted espresso and milk drinks alongside an all-day brunch menu.
Opens at 7:30 AMEspresso Focused
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Calico
Waterloo
Cozy specialty shop with rotation of top UK roasters and cult pastries.
Opens at 8:00 AM


Rosslyn (21 Royal Exchange)
City of London
Specialty coffee destination inside the historic Royal Exchange building, set in London's financial core with a welcoming atmosphere.
Opens at 6:30 AM


Kiss the Hippo (Covent Garden)
Covent Garden
Carbon-negative specialty coffee shop with innovative brews, seasonal single origins, chai lattes, matcha, and tasty pastries.
Opens at 7:30 AM


640East (Wood Wharf)
Canary Wharf
Independent café and bar in Canary Wharf with specialty coffee from Caravan, craft beer, and locally sourced food in an industrial setting.
Opens at 7:30 AM


Nostos Coffee (St James's)
St James's
Cosy, locally adored coffee bar with friendly service, a wide range of specialty brews, and a small team who make every visitor feel like a regular.
Opens at 7:30 AM


Kiss the Hippo (Fitzrovia)
Fitzrovia
Light-filled café in Fitzrovia with a focus on sustainable coffee, ethical ingredient sourcing, and a calm, bright space for patisserie and tea.
Opens at 7:30 AMCafés with Food
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Calico
Waterloo
Cozy specialty shop with rotation of top UK roasters and cult pastries.
Opens at 8:00 AM


Rosslyn (21 Royal Exchange)
City of London
Specialty coffee destination inside the historic Royal Exchange building, set in London's financial core with a welcoming atmosphere.
Opens at 6:30 AM


Kiss the Hippo (Covent Garden)
Covent Garden
Carbon-negative specialty coffee shop with innovative brews, seasonal single origins, chai lattes, matcha, and tasty pastries.
Opens at 7:30 AM


640East (Wood Wharf)
Canary Wharf
Independent café and bar in Canary Wharf with specialty coffee from Caravan, craft beer, and locally sourced food in an industrial setting.
Opens at 7:30 AM


Nostos Coffee (St James's)
St James's
Cosy, locally adored coffee bar with friendly service, a wide range of specialty brews, and a small team who make every visitor feel like a regular.
Opens at 7:30 AM


Kiss the Hippo (Fitzrovia)
Fitzrovia
Light-filled café in Fitzrovia with a focus on sustainable coffee, ethical ingredient sourcing, and a calm, bright space for patisserie and tea.
Opens at 7:30 AMRecently added cafés in London
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