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A New N Rd0.5 mi from Islington centrelast reviewed May 2026

Allpress on the machine and a full English that Islington locals have been arguing about for years. Priced for the neighbourhood, not for the neighbourhood's reputation.

Allpress coffee beside what Islington regulars call London's best full English.

4.9★★★★½(214)
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What we love

  • Allpress Espresso roaster, specialty-adjacent with a solid London reputation
  • Full English with serious word of mouth across 200+ reviews
  • Books-and-coffee independent format, properly neighbourhood in feel

Location

200A New N Rd, London N1 7BJ, UK

0.5 mi from Islington centre

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