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North Laine CafeNorth Laine, Brighton

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Trafalgar St0.1 mi from North Laine centrelast reviewed April 2026

A North Laine brunch staple on Trafalgar Street using locally roasted beans. The espresso is better than the room gives it credit for.

The espresso is locally roasted and better than the brunch crowd gives it credit for.

4.6★★★★½(361)
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What we love

  • Locally roasted beans; a deliberate sourcing choice, not a chain supply
  • Espresso pulled with flavour; the Americano in particular is clean and direct
  • Food-led room where the coffee quietly holds its own

Location

31 Trafalgar St, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN1 4ED, UK

0.1 mi from North Laine centre

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