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Ikigai CoffeeNorth Laine, Brighton

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Queens Rd0.2 mi from North Laine centrelast reviewed April 2026

Japanese cafe in North Laine with a drinks menu that runs from hojicha to espresso, both taken seriously. The matcha roll cake earns its own visit.

The espresso keeps pace with the matcha, which is not a given.

4.9★★★★½(415)
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What we love

  • Hojicha latte on the permanent menu, not a seasonal addition
  • Latte art done on espresso drinks
  • Matcha roll cake worth ordering on its own terms
  • Compact drinks list, every item deliberate

Location

37 Queens Rd, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN1 3XB, UK

0.2 mi from North Laine centre

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