London’s Conscious Cafes
It's that time of year when you're on the hunt for a cosy hideout tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
The London coffee community, which includes artisan roasters and independent shops is unsurprisingly moving into the ethical and sustainable space.
From silky-smooth lattes to the best in Italian espresso, below you’ll find some of the best conscious coffee shops in London.
Hideaway
100 Mount Street, London, W1K 2TG
This cafe-style venue with a Parisian flair serves photo worthy specialist single origin coffee, croissants and vintage-style pastries in the mornings and oysters and champagne in the evenings, making it a more glamorous grab-and-go affair. Fresh sandwiches and salads are baked in-house every morning; and delectable items such as jams, chutneys and pickles are available to purchase.
Must try: Signature Lobster Roll
Monocole
43 Chiltern Street, London, W1U 7QH
The small, stylish Marylebone café, on London’s über chic Chiltern St, offers a Monocle-approved, minimal menu. On most days, you can hear the Monocle radio playing as you indulge in cortados and carrot cake.
Must try: Swedish buns + Matcha Latte
Kuro Coffee
3 Hillgate Street, London, W87SP
Inspired by Japanese café minimalism, Kuronis a coffee shop in Notting Hill that’s not to be missed. Upstairs, is the perfect serene spot where you can entirely disconnect from the rush and bustle of daily life. Kuro Coffee uses only the best ingredients such as milk from The Estate Diary, a Somerset-based company that bottles high-quality milk from sustainable farmed herd.
Must try: Iced Latte
Farm Fetch
259 King's Road, London, SW3 5EL
Bringing village life to the Kings Road is this cosy neighbourhood café. At Farm Fetch, each ingredient transports you across the continent. Everything on the menu is hand-picked by the friendly founder from small-scale local producers. They aim to instil in their customers the same level of faith in their manufacturers as they have in them.
Must try: Organic Cold Cut Sandwiches + any Italian Dish!
The Alberts Deli
2 Worple Way, Richmond Upon Thames, London TW10 6DF
The Alberts Deli is a cosy deli in London gem Richmond. They work as a gourmet grocery store and a neighbourhood mini-mart. Freshly made sandwiches, wraps, toasties and pastries are also available for takeaway or dine-in. If you're a local, you can buy fresh bread every day; vegetables and fruit sourced from local markets; and a delicious range of bacon, sausages and ham from Wicks Manor; as well as cheeses, homemade meals and a wide selection of goodies for your larder.
Must try: The Vegan Hummus and Smoked Paprika Wrap + Cinnamon Swirl Bun
Queens of Mayfair
17 Queen Street, Mayfair, London W1J 5PH
Sisters Grace and Victoria opened Queens Of Mayfair after noticing a need for cosy and homely venues in the W1 area. This cafe focuses on seasonal produce, ensuring that only high quality and artisan produce is served to ensure fresh flavours of food for both eat in and takeaway. The sisters are known for paying homage to their home county of Dorset, which is stunningly reflected throughout the menu. This cafe is ideal for Mayfair visitors, residents and workers who want to grab a quick bite for lunch or dinner without having to visit an expensive hotel or restaurant.
Must try: Scrambled Eggs With Freshly Grated Black Truffle + Babelle Canelé Coffee