Proper Coffee

The Ethiopian Coffee CompanyClerkenwell, London

★★SpecialtyProperly excellent

Amwell St0.5 mi from Clerkenwell centrelast reviewed May 2026

A roastery on Amwell Street dedicated entirely to Ethiopian coffee, roasting daily and listing named lots by sub-region and processing style. Order two side by side; the difference is the point.

A whole-country roastery that treats Ethiopia as a flavour map, not a house style.

4.5★★★★½(194)
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What we love

  • Own roastery on-site, roasting daily in small batches
  • Named Ethiopian lots by sub-region and processing style
  • Tasting notes on the menu
  • Espresso, cafetiere, and stove-top Bialetti
  • Retail beans available

Location

61 Amwell St, London EC1R 1UR, UK

0.5 mi from Clerkenwell centre

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