Excellent coffee is served here! Follow your nose to find the place... Only a few seats inside but most customers come here for take aways. When I went there, there were 3 staff working behind the counter and they were all welcoming and clearly well organised so I (and all the other customers) was served quickly despite the little queue in front of me when I arrived. read more

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Amazing coffee shop. Best coffee. Great food. Seating isn't so much comfortable. Service is friendly.

Such a great coffee shop. Cool vibe, great staff, solid food offerings and just busy enough to have a bit of a buzz. Their elixir coffee is some of the best I have ever had. Fabulous seating area outside lets you watch London wake op and get to work. The breakfast situation at my hotel was bonkers, so instead I just popped down the street for an americano and a croissant in peace. Perfect. read more

This place is bitchin', if anything's ever been. We stumbled upon it when we were seeking a cold drink to slurp down. We ordered the milk and honey over ice. It was delicious--smooth, creamy, and fresh. We could tell it was high quality because the coffee maker was dripping like, one drop into the pot at a time. We also got a slice of carrot cake, which was amazing. Not too sweet. The interior was sleek, minimalist, and generally fleeky. Outside, there was a quiet cobblestone alleyway. Everyone who worked there was male and had a beard, so I wonder if they only hire bearded men. The guy who made our drink was super cute--kinda a young-dad type of cute. He had a great beard and was so friendly, and when we left he gave us the biggest smile ever. I tried to convince my wife, April, to take a picture of him but she said that would be too weird. read more

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Worth going off the high street to stop at this small coffee shop where the delightful staff will make you a delicious drink. Had a flat white that was perfection. Also had one of their croissants. There are bar height seats inside if you have a chance to stop and enjoy your coffee. read more

This place is so new it doesn't open for two more weeks, but they already have their business model sorted -- the best coffee in London, in a fantastic location. The fit-out is perfect, with stools on benches facing outward on both sides of the corner location. It's right near St Paul's and Blackfriars, down a cute lane, so there's no shortage of people to watch. There's a small selection of pastries, cakes, and sandwiches, but coffee is the. speciality. These people are experts, but they're not stuffy. In fact, they're super friendly. read more

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If you're in the area, go to this place. It's small, good and what you'd need for coffee and sweets. No frills and a small shop. But damn good coffee. read more

Really good coffee. Highly recommended! We had a cafe latte, espresso with milk and an assorted pastries. We requested an iced chocolate which they kindly made for us even though it is not on the menu. Top notch service! read more

Alchemy - Just the right temperature and has a distinct taste of coffee bean - not an expert but I love this cafe latte a lot ! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - London, XGL

Hidden gem near the St. Paul's Cathedral. Very clean. Very good espresso. I really like that you can choose your bean from the options they have that day. I opted not to get a slice of cake with my americano (espresso+water on the menu) but I wish I had. They looked so delicious that I nearly had a moment of weakness. This shop is tiny with very limited seating. We were lucky enough to grab two seats as a couple of customers were leaving. It must be a hot spot in the area because shortly after the entire cafe was packed like sardines. We left just as it started feeling claustrophobic and our seats were quickly taken by other customers in the shop. I would recommend checking it out! read more

This is more than a coffee shop, it's a homage to the roasted bean itself. Upon entering the cafe through a back lane, you are greeted with various apparatus that resemble a science lab but the familiar smell of coffee reminds you of why you are here. They only serve an espresso with milk or black filter coffee which make your choice a little easier and the staff guide expertly guide you through their 2 seasonal blends of the day. If you love good coffee, this is a must try experience. read more

Visiting from Boston. A near-perfect latte. A bit bolder and darker than I'm used to, but I like it even better! Love the presentation too- small glass. I hope to be back soon!!! read more

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Coffee is good, but had a 5 minute wait while the barista and manager argued with a customer about serving him milk with his filter coffee. Lighten up guys, a paying customer walked into your shop and wanted to give you money for something you sell. You treated him like an idiot. Unbelievable. Poor poor service!! He's paid for it, he can tip milk in it if he wants, he can tip it down his pants if he likes, it's his! Your point was that all the filter coffees are quite acidic so milk wouldn't taste nice - fair enough, but you had three filter blends, surely range one that WILL go with milk if you're going to be so obtuse about it! And you made me late too! read more

The City is sorely in need of better coffee options and Alchemy is a step in the right direction. This is the first cafe run by the roasters behind Alchemy and the coffee is very much a focus on showcasing the beans which lie behind the mug. Well situated down a cobbled back street near St Paul's I was tempted inside by a late lunch and a cup of good coffee. I was not disappointed on either front. The coffee was fragrant and honeyed and served in a chemistry beaker which was quite a nice touch. Lunch took the form of a pastrami and melted cheese sandwich and was a little less successful - it didn't quite work together somehow. Still, sitting on one of the window seats was lovely and the staff were enthusiastic so I look forward to nipping out for an Alchemy brew sometime soon. read more

Great coffee - good temperature and taste...plus good simple breakfast ...small location tucked away in blackfriars read more

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Great-tasting, artisanal coffee. Nice corner location with windows on both sides, good for sitting and people watching. read more

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Blackfriars: busy train station, Londoners hurrying left and right on Fleet Street, streets that wind up and around and get you lost. I love the area for its chaos, but what a lovely thing to find this gem of a coffee shop amidst all the busy-ness! The shop sits nicely on a quiet side street not far from Blackfriars station, and it's amazing how quiet it is! The staff are very friendly and brew some great coffee. I had a wonderful chocolate and hazelnut bread to go along with a tasty flat white - just the right mix of sweet, milky, and bitter! There's not a lot of seating, so I imagine that during the busy times you might not be able to nab a spot, but if you go during the quieter period, you'll probably be able to have a good counter seat by the window. Wonderful, relaxing shop. Do check it out! read more

Delicious. I was looking for a quick breakfast sandwich and they delivered. Pancetta and egg, pressed warm on the panini press. I would definitely go here again. read more

Fabulous place. Awesome coffee, super sandwiches, and even interesting beers. Top notch. Will return asap.

I try and stop at Alchemy café at least once a week, I love their espresso and milk and the fact that each time I can try a different, locally sourced brew. The baristas always take care in making the best coffee possible, taking their time for brewing the filtered one especially... It's the art of brewing coffee indeed! They have a very good selection of cakes and pastries for breakfast, all delicious! There is not much space for sitting in but it's just perfect for grabbing a coffee on the go. Definitely recommended if you like quality coffee! read more

Not great for sitting, but the beans they use are to die for. Go there and grab a cuppa before rushing to wherever, these guys are truly coffee artisans, believe me! It's a little out of the way though, but would love to go back again. If not, some other coffee shops also stock their beans, so that's quality right there. read more

I consider both brewing and drinking espresso to be a hobby of mine. I've sought out the best shots in New York, San Fran, Nashville, and places less travelled. Simply put, this shop bests them all. The espresso here is amazing. I've had three different varieties so far this week, and surprisingly I found the blends to be the most interesting, with the single origin espresso to be just good, not great. If you are anywhere near this area in London, and you like espresso, you owe it to yourself to visit this shop a few times. read more

Small, popular coffee house in the City. I have been struggling to find a good brew in London, but this place assuages my coffee angst. They have single origin brews and you can get an aero press brew, if it suits you. They have some pastries as well as some savory sandwiches (pulled BBQ pork with slaw!). Small place, so expect take away. read more

Don't know about everyone else, but when I find myself in a new area early in the morning, the first thing I do is use the Yelp App to find the best coffee shop nearby. This morning I had a meeting near St Paul's and ended up coming out of the wrong exit, which proved to be a great move, as I found the alchemist. Tucked away on a side street just behind St Paul's Thameslink, I knew I'd found my kind of coffee shop. I went for a espresso and milk, and the really friendly guy behind the bar talked me through my coffee choices, I went for a fuller bodied coffee with chocolate tones. It was delicious, light fluffy milk and smooth coffee coming together beautifully. I also indulged in the almond and chocolate croissant, which looked amazing and tasted even better! Flaky pastry, almond and chocolate running through the middle of the pastry, with flaked almonds on top. I saved a third just so I could prolong the joy. If you are in the St Paul's area and want to start your day off in the right way, then this is the place! read more

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Simply the best espresso! That's what you come here for. It's served with milk to make an Americano. Really good! Ultra cute location, hidden away two blocks off the high street in a really cute place. The breakfast loaf was one of the best things I've ever eaten. Outstanding staff. I'll be back! read more

The love people have for what they do, shows in what they do, and nowhere is this truer than here, a new coffee house tucked away on Carter Lane, a good arm from St. Paul's. Simply gorgeous coffee, made with expertise and pride, and served with warmth and passion. Good value too. The deliberately limited (yet consistently good) range of food on offer ( brownies, croissants, and a small selection of gourmet sandwiches and salad at lunchtime) is curated to act as a support to the main event which is, of course, Alchemy. But hurry, the queues are forming. read more

This is a coffee experience. If you want to know what the hype about coffee is all about, go here. Their coffee actually has a profile. I've tried many a cup around London, this is by far the best. (sorry Philz in San Jose) read more

The best small coffee shop in London. No loyalty card. No gimmicks. Just 'effing good coffee.

Great coffee from people that really care about their product and want customers to experience their coffee in the perfect conditions.

One of the best , if not the best, coffee shops in the area - helpful, well trained and friendly staff and really wonderful coffee with a variety of beans to choose from to get the perfect taste. read more