Proper Coffee
★ EverydayLast reviewed May 2026

Cooks & BooksIslington, London

"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."

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

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