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Beans & BeatsBrixton, London

★★SpecialtyProperly excellent

Ferndale Rd0.3 mi from Brixton centrelast reviewed May 2026

The kind of place where the barista's description of the shot is more useful than the menu.

Redemption Coffee in the cup, poured by baristas who can name what's in it.

5.0★★★★★(135)
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What we love

  • Redemption Coffee, one of London's respected specialty roasters, on the beans
  • Flat whites with tasting notes: chocolate, nutty, slight acidity on the shot
  • Regulars mention the coffee specifically, not just the room

Location

179 Ferndale Rd, London SW9 8BA, UK

0.3 mi from Brixton centre

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