The Best Independent Coffee Shops in London
London's indie coffee scene is thriving, with unique spots offering high-quality coffee and a welcoming atmosphere.
Despite global coffee bean price hikes due to climate change and supply issues, independent coffee shops in London are booming. In contrast, chain coffee shops like Costa Coffee and Starbucks are closing locations, with Costa announcing several closures and Starbucks planning to close some of its 520 UK stores.
Some notable independent coffee shops in London include Omotesando Koffee in Fitzrovia, which steepes cold brew coffees for 12 hours, and Batch Baby in De Beauvoir, which offers a living-room-meets-café vibe with vintage furniture and houseplants.
Here's a selection of the best independent coffee shops in London, worth visiting for your morning caffeine fix.
These are places worth a trek across town to get your morning caffeine fix.Author's summary: London's indie coffee shops thrive amidst chain closures.