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Old in flavour and roasted daily, their coffee has put Covent Garden Grind firmly on the map
and is undoubtedly, one of the best coffee shops in London.
From Aussie coffee houses to espressos served with custard tarts, Covent Garden is home to some of the best coffee shops in the West End of London. So whether it's an Espresso Martini or Beetroot Latte that takes your fancy, here's our round-up of the best places to get your caffeine fix in Covent Garden.
Where: 42 Maiden Lane, WC2E 7LJ
Signature brew: Beetroot Latte
Need to know: Born from a desire to recreate the espresso taste found in Melbourne, Grind roast their signature Grind House Blend in their Shoreditch roastery before it’s packed and shipped across London. Bold in flavour and roasted daily, their coffee has put Covent Garden Grind firmly on the map as one of the most recognisable coffee houses in London.
Where: 26 Southampton Street, WC2E 7RS
Signature brew: Flat White
Need to know: An Australian-meets-South-American coffee house and kitchen serving light, fresh, produce-led meals and a variety of single origin speciality coffees. Coffee is bought directly from farmers who use ethical trade practices that help support the local people and areas. Combining South American beans with an Australian coffee technique provides a truly special Aussie coffee experience in the heart of London.
Where: 17 Russell Street, WC2B 5HP
Signature brew: Espresso (with a side of custard tarts)
Need to know: From the parish of Santa Maria de Belém in Lisbon, to the streets of Covent Garden, Santa Nata has brought their secret Portuguese custard tart recipe to London. From Piccolo to Cortado, Santa Nata has all your caffeine-needs sorted.
Where: 25 Monmouth Street, WC2H 9HA
Signature brew: Changes seasonally - ask the staff for the best choice of the month.
Need to know: Founded in 1978, The Monmouth Coffee Company is a coffee lover’s mecca, specialising in single origin coffee beans and filter coffee. Drop in and enjoy one of the most recommended and loved coffee shops in London, with a selection of freshly made cakes.
Where: 7 Upper St Martin's Lane, WC2H 9DL
Signature brew: 1829 Espresso
Need to know: Aspiring to be the local coffee hero of choice, Watchhouse sets out to make each of their locations entirely unique. They are dedicated to transparent, ethical coffee and food supply chains, ensuring that your coffee stop is the best quality.
Where: 24 Floral Street, WC2E 9DS
Signature brew: Coffee of the day with signature house blend beans
Need to know: Nestled in the heart of picturesque Floral Street, Chestnut Bakery serves up the best specialty coffee with their signature house blend beans, sourced from Ethiopia and Brazil. Enjoy a premium brew alongside their mouth-watering selection of sandwiches and sweet and savoury pastries.
