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unit 10.0 mi from Dalston centrelast reviewed May 2026

Behind Dalston Kingsland station, the owner runs an espresso bar where the coffee earns the visit. The chains two minutes away will feel like a mistake afterwards.

The espresso here is run like it actually matters.

4.8★★★★½(87)
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What we love

  • Hojicha latte on the menu alongside espresso standards, a sign of deliberate drink choices
  • Cortados served correctly, which is rarer than it should be in the area
  • Rich espresso blend; the sourcing is intentional even without a named roaster
  • Solo barista operation: consistency comes with the territory

Location

unit 1, sledge tower, Dalston Square, London E8 3GT, UK

0.0 mi from Dalston centre

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