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Workshop Coffee Co.

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Coffee Shop££££

Clerkenwell, London

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Workshop Coffee Co.

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Andy McMillanJune 27, 2013
There are two commonly held means of gaining super powers: swim in a vat of radioactive waste, or sit yourself down here and order the corn fritters. I recommend the latter, less carcinogenic option.
Augustinas SlučkaFebruary 21, 2016
Own roastery, coffee is from Rwanda and it tastes great with chemex and aeropress. I would suggest Miko and do it with aeropress. I have seen workshop coffee being sold in other cities. Great job!
Matt SchofieldOctober 31, 2014
Definitely a top 3 contender for best coffee in London. The height of passion and professionalism, they take their coffee seriously. The food also happens to be fantastic. Baked eggs are great.
Megan AllisonOctober 26, 2015
Simply lovely. Atmosphere, coffee, tea and breakfast service on point. Calm, contemporary atmosphere. So refreshing to get a proper meal with my third wave coffee.
Chocolate DandyFebruary 15, 2013
Been here 5+ times
visit the electrical shop on the corner (A london institution) for amazing olive oil & some fuse plugs too? The oil is on the menu too (how local is that!) Live bean roasting too . Love it!
Hung LeeFebruary 4, 2014
Cool as cats coffee shop, whose 'no wifi' policy makes it winner amongst the tech hipsters who pretend to love unplugging, but nevertheless check their twitter on 3g anyway. Coffee first cliche works
Nataly TatangeloMarch 30, 2013
its hard 2 find a place that excels in all areas.The food, service n coffee were all amazing. ty so much. i loved the attention 2 detail. great job guys u have created a winner.
muliaAugust 29, 2012
Been here 100+ times
I didn't use to like the bitter espresso at first, but over the weeks my taste has changed and now I'm addicted to Workshop Co. coffee! The baristas are trained & knowledgeable. The space is stunning!
Rumana SiddikyAugust 16, 2015
The Avocado Smash is on point - comes with feta and dukkah in a separate dish, with great bread on the side and a juicy roasted tomato. Great presentation but even better taste.
Jokke MartensFebruary 19, 2014
This picture is of the venue in Marylebone. However! Both give extraordinary good coffee. MUST-visit if you're in London. Man up and drink some black filter.
Natalie Cherry BFebruary 15, 2015
Avocado on sourdough is my favourite food ever and here was very very good but for £9.50 it's a bit taking the mickey. Worth it if you are ok with that price because it is really nice.
Brad TOctober 19, 2014
Eggs Benedict w/spinach and a very good, albeit short, bloody Mary. Good flavor on both and eggs were cooked perfectly. Good service, too!
Ruari CathmoirJune 27, 2013
Good breakfast menu, good Aeropress coffee, and a hair-of-the-dog drinks selection to boot. Sadly no wi-fi (boo), and not the most comfortable seating in the world. Great vibe though, worth a visit.
Orestis TsapogasMarch 2, 2017
Clerkenwell has many great coffee places but this may be the best. Excellent coffee, nice environment and they also got table service which is super rare in London.
New York HabitatApril 2, 2014
Located in a great neighborhood, this charming coffee shop serves perfectly brewed flat whites and espressos, that are roasted on site. They also serve delicious food!
A.April 1, 2015
Been here 25+ times
Great place for an aeropress to start the day. The complexity of a whisky that will keep you sharp rather than slurry for your 10am. The Kasigwa was amazing while it lasted.
Josh MateoJune 16, 2015
Amazing brunch options! Try the avocado toast or the royal Benedict. Amazing staff, helped us find fun places in the area to check out off the beaten path.
Coffee(In)Touch GuideNovember 28, 2013
the Workshop-approved professional baristas certainly know their job, making awesome strong coffee that is worth losing a few hours sleep for. Learn more: London: Coffee(In)Touch Guide Read more
Ingrina CarsonAugust 30, 2014
Always serves great coffee and scrumptious pastries. Can be a bit intimidating and pricey for a casual coffee hangout, but coffee really can't be beat. Hot chocolate is DIVINE, too.
T NOctober 26, 2014
For a Sunday, I was expecting to wait but this is a gem! Large but still has soul. Ticks all the boxes; excellent coffee, great food, chilled vibe and prompt and friendly service.
Chris HainesSeptember 29, 2014
Great place to go for a bite to eat especially at lunch time. They also do excellent coffee, and I can highly recommend their espressos!
MelforssMarch 9, 2016
A very stylish restaurant like cafe with a big barista island in the middle. Good place to hide away from the world and enjoy a warming cup of coffee
Kim PhamOctober 29, 2015
Gorgeous coffee shop with great breakfast options. They roast everything in house. No wifi though.
Laura Mayer de GrootJanuary 24, 2015
This place roasts its own amazing coffee and has a very good breakfast, too. With the abundant coffee smell and brick walls it entertains a cozy atmosphere, too
hotel.infoJuly 29, 2011
Recommend: flat white (~£2.20) & Feta/Avocado/Pomegranate focaccia (~£8)Excellent food &coffee, ambience is relaxed and friendly, perfect for brunch!My rating: Food/Drink (9/10), Service (9/10), A Read more
VivFebruary 8, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Not sure why everyone raves about My Mexican Friend as the corn fritters taste like they have been deep fried! Coffee is so consistent here. One of my fav places 4 coffee. French toast is a winner.
Ministry of WaxingMay 4, 2012
Although there are no weekend brunch reservations, St. Ali’s homey feel and fantastic food is worth the wait. Their espresso is legendary and anything with eggs is going to be divine.
•¥• Alexandra Pássaro •¥•December 12, 2014
Strong Espresso be aware of that. The pastries look delicious. Must try the Apple crumble muffin. No WIFI, which is a big negative note, guys.
Graeme BoydFebruary 26, 2013
Large but cosy, this place is pretty special. Flat white was excellent and the breakfast menu is great. Apple Bircher muesli was delicious.
AdelApril 2, 2016
It is relay , great place to start the day .. Great coffee and amazing breakfast .. And. Excellent service ..
Alastair TseNovember 9, 2014
Delicious espressos. One of my favorite beans is the cult of done which is roasted here.
Marko Samuli KirvesFebruary 1, 2015
The (new) Colombian Finca Tamana was very good, much to my taste even if I'm not much of a drinker of Colombian coffees.
James HeadSeptember 9, 2016
the food is great. they really get the basics right. coffee is at the artisan end of the scale, so you have to want that.
Oliver WatersMarch 5, 2015
Excellent coffee. Probably the best Flat White I've had. In my top 3 London coffee shops.
Nicole TsuiNovember 12, 2014
Amazing latté with nutty aftertaste. I love their house blend and the french toast was lovely too!
Edzo BotjesJune 19, 2014
the hamburger can only improve by a better butcher. superb chef. coffee is a bit more sour then you are accustomed to. very nice music.
Michael HailuAugust 10, 2013
The latte is recommended for a reason, the corn fritters with poached eggs and halloumi (pictured) - righteous
EDRSeptember 19, 2015
Nice, wide space for breakfast/brunch close to barbican centre, you can chill here for hours, nice decor and service.
Stephen WhitworthOctober 9, 2016
Extremely hipster, but the best of it. Coffee is fab. Nice place to relax, talk and work.
Emma BaileyOctober 21, 2016
Great coffee, food and atmosphere. Stoked to find this place while travelling in London!
Andeea SalazarJanuary 23, 2015
If u r in a rush don't come here they take their time even with take away. If you have time is worth the wait!! Great coffee
AskMenSeptember 15, 2011
Hot drinks never tasted so good with coffee that adheres to strict quality, traceability and seasonality requirements: ST. Ali also houses the UK's first must-have Slayer expresso machine. Read more
clive kornitzerApril 8, 2016
Well worth a visit great coffee pastries and vibe friendly staff coffee is the centre here
Zane HollowayMay 11, 2015
Great coffee and brunch, it keeps this Australian coffee snob happy when in London. The smashed avocado is delicious!
PDT BlogApril 4, 2016
£3 does not get you very far in the coffee stakes. It's decent coffee in a not so decent size. Asked for a larger coffee with an extra shot which cost £4.50 😒. Was not blown away by breakfast either
Eric DAugust 11, 2014
Best espresso I had in London. Harmonious balance of caramel, chocolate, and fruit. Coffee "for here" requires a seat, oddly.
PortlandJanuary 31, 2012
A great coffee emporium and more all the way from Melbourne. Pop in even if it's just to see the 'living wall' and its ginormous coffee roaster!
Kevin GrahlAugust 6, 2014
Been here 5+ times
This lovely café is my first stop whenever I arrive in London, great Baristas and amazing coffee!
Kristina PhamOctober 29, 2014
Very well texturised milk in the coffee I was impressed. Corn fritters were good but bit heavy for my taste so could only eat one.
Richard TaylorDecember 30, 2013
Love St Ali back home in Melbourne and Workshop lives up to the standard. So nice to find decent coffee on this side of the world!

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