Coffee brewing tips in London

“A proper coffee house which has very knowledgeable and friendly staff. They can tell you where the coffee is sourced (all of it is Colombian), the story behind the location & the processes undertaken. They actually roast all of their beans in house which gives it a very fresh and flavourful taste. The staff will help you identify what beans that would suit your coffee choice best, I.e americano, flat white etc. Really recommend visiting the cafe to sit in or take coffee for your commute from Berrylands. They also offer various pastries and snacks etc to complement your choice. I feel like that this is an independent cafe not to be missed, with expertise and flavours which will not be found at a local chain coffeehouse!”

“This restaurant offers exceptional service — they treat you like family from the moment you walk in. The staff genuinely care about their customers and go the extra mile to make you feel comfortable. The breakfast was a highlight: fresh, flavorful, and with a wonderfully natural taste. I left feeling satisfied and appreciated. Highly recommended!”

“Just popped up for a coffee and I found the most lovely service I ever had in a coffee shop. The coffee was great, but the service was brillant. It put a smile on me.”

“We had an amazing experience at our private quiz night! Huge shoutout to our two waiters, they were absolutely lovely and incredibly helpful from start to finish. Their warm personalities and attentive service made the night even more enjoyable. Couldn’t have asked for better!”

“A great breakfast, and a pretty good lunch too.”

“Great coffee from very knowledgeable baristas. I will say the flavours are great, I’m not particularly fond of the Ethiopian blend by my partner loved it. Price was fair and reasonable. The coffee prep techniques is far superior to any coffee shops in the locality. The atmosphere was great, people were playing board games etc and the smell was amazing when you first walk in. The cookies were also great. Only slight gripe was that I was charged for a standard coffee for 2 however I wanted the V60. When I mentioned this I was refunded straight away although was told this would take 3-5 working days to debit and then I was charged properly for the V60. I think that this could have been handled better and an additional charge just for the uplift only - again this was only minor and didn’t bother me too much, but might not have been great if I didn’t have the extra money in my bank. Will visit again and again when in the area.”

“It was my first time here and I had a lovely experience. Would gladly come back again. Service was friendly and fast. Atmosphere was relaxed and very welcoming, a even saw nice couch area. And not to forget the food I had was delicious.”

“I stopped by Bem Coffee recently, and it was an absolute gem of a cafe! I ordered a double espresso and a cappuccino. And both are exceptional. The double espresso was perfectly brewed- rich, bold, and smooth, with just the right amount of intensity to kickstart my day. The cappuccino was equally impressive! The atmosphere was cozy and inviting, and staff were warm, friendly, and attentive. I will definitely be returning whenever I’m in the area. Highly recommend!”

“I went to see what it was like to have lunch. First time for me and was impressed. Nice coffee, tasty avocado and mushroom toasty. Very spacious with plenty of free tables. It's a short walk from home too. I'll definitely be going back.”

“I’ve honestly never felt somewhere more peaceful in such a long time, my favourite dish has to be the pesto, tomato and mozzarella sandwiches or maybe even the smoked salmon with cream cheese, they have a whole variety of options that I look forward to trying yet I can’t seem to step away from my favourites. But I have to say again the atmosphere is everything, such a calm and welcoming place, where the staff are clearly not afraid to have a friendly chat as they don’t forget to leave you with a smile and a goodbye. I recommend going in the morning like 8am grab a coffee or even a smoothie I promise you, you’ll have the most relaxing feeling ever. I loved it and I love coffee plant x”

“This animal rescue centre is a sweet place that's run by volunteers and looks after animals in need of assistance. You can pay a small fee to visit the animals, which I highly recommend, before stopping for a drink and a snack on your way out. Well worth supporting!”

“Awesome place great customer service top quality products.”

“Have you tried the Nachos Chicken yet? It's really yummy. Goes down well with Chai Latte, and all for less than £10.”

“Overall: ★★★★★ ((because of the customer service) Food: You don’t go to Starbucks for food! At all. What I liked: • Customer Service. They’re a really lovely team at the Raynes Park location. Always friendly, helpful and get things right. • Blonde Roast Americano hits the spot! What I didn’t like: • The food on offer. If Starbucks upped their food game they would do so much better. Do I recommend going? YES Will I go again? YES Was it good value? YES Price Point: $”

“Starbucks in Soho is a cozy spot, especially during autumn when they offer delicious pumpkin-flavored drinks. The seasonal flavors add a festive touch, and the atmosphere is perfect for relaxing or catching up with friends.”

“Another amazing Starbucks. This time 6 shots venti cappuccino. Great service and friendly staff”

“best iced mocha i’ve had in a while. great value for money”

“Love this coffee shop, it's really friendly with a fantastic atmosphere. Absolutely love visiting here as the food and range of drinks is simply amazing and taste great too. Even love the difference in the coffee froth designs. Nice to have a coffee shop that's different from the usual chains.”

“A wonderful place to visit. Part of the charity Waythrough, the Old Moat operates a garden centre, cafe, gift shop and walled garden...and wellbeing service for local people dealing with mental health challenges. Well worth supporting and tasty home made cakes!”

“One of my favourite coffee shops in London. A super friendly team and delicious coffee. The exact blend of coffee they use changes slightly from time to time but is always top notch and I quite like the slight variety as the seasons change.”

“This was our go-to breakfast spot while staying in the neighborhood for a week. Great food and good prices! I actually booked our place based on this spot being nearby. Every football vacation needs one of these!”

“I've been shopping here for about 5 years (even tho I live in Crouch End and we have loads of fresh produce stores there, I travel for Green and Glory's quality). I rave about Green & Glory to friends. The produce is always fantastic quality - the best around. I think it's far better value than supermarkets and better too is not having to use produce in plastic like supermarkets. And it's more than just fruit and veg - really it's a small supermarket. I'm very happy to support local and independent - people who work hard and want to serve the community through fantastic produce and a beautiful shop! Thank you”

“The above cafè sand bar supply a lovely meal whatever you have. Staffare friendly and helpful. It is always clean as is thd washrooms etc I have sent family and friends and have only good things to say.”

“Excellent local gym with all the equipment I need to effectively train. Friendly staff with Chris in the gym a star, always so welcoming and offers great advice. Been a member since it opened. 3G pitches for football also very good.”

“Great tasty breakfast with coffee while waiting for wife to get her hair done next door. Great value £8 too.”

“This store has everything you need and lots of delicious ready made meals. Great for short term tourists who don't want to spend too much time cooking nor a fortune on restaurants.”

“Veronica serves me most days - always with a smile, polite manner and awesome tasting coffee. This is my favourite branch and I am glad it is my local! Thank you”

“I was having a terrible day until I walked in as John served me with a festive coffee. He was extremely kind, and respectful who served me in good time. The whole team are a great asset to C.Nero as Ayman, Adina and Anna are all professionals. Keep up the great work as the shop is always welcoming and a good atmosphere.”

“Servers were patient with special requests.”