Coffee shops in London

Whether you live in London or are passing through, a great coffee shop can make the day. The map lists 12 coffee shops — here are the ones worth knowing. When in doubt, call ahead. London spots tend to keep their own hours.

Coffee shops in London

The rated coffee spots around London, best-reviewed first. Ratings and review counts come from Google.

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Getting good coffee in London

• The highest-rated independent shops in London tend to roast their own beans or buy from a named local roaster — ask the barista what is on the grinder.
• Morning rush is real everywhere. If you are working from a cafe in London, the sweet spot is usually 9:30 to 11:30, after the commuter wave.
• Ratings below 4.0 with hundreds of reviews usually mean inconsistent drinks, not bad ones — worth a try if it is on your route.

About London

London, England, the United Kingdom (coordinates 51.51, -0.13, Dayfari covers about 40 km around the centre).

Listings for London come from Google Places, refreshed regularly. Small towns change fast: if a place has shut or moved, the listing may lag behind.

More coffee shops nearby

If London itself is thin on this one, these nearby towns have their own guides:

• Coffee shops in Watford (24 km away)
• Coffee shops in St Albans (31 km away)
• Coffee shops in Basildon (40 km away)
• Coffee shops in Luton (46 km away)
• Coffee shops in Chelmsford (49 km away)
• Coffee shops in Tunbridge Wells (50 km away)

Common questions

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