-_____- . I'm gonna be real, the matcha drink that I had here tastes way better than more than half of the matcha drinks that I've had back home in California LOL. I had the iced matcha cloud with raspberry syrup. Quality matcha powder used *and* the added fruit sweetener (raspberry here) is subtle but still tasteful actually complementing well with the matcha (unlike fruit sweetener that tastes like straight jam overpowering the whole drink.....). A matcha drink that actually makes sense lol. I also tried the iced Japanese cold brew. Pretty strong in brew taste but still smooth! Polite barista. Low-key, chill vibes at the cafe on a Monday late afternoon. Definitely a nice spot for a pick-me-up drink while venturing London. :) read more

Saint Espresso - Iced matcha cloud w/ raspberry syrup (highly recommend!) & iced Japanese cold brew (pretty good as well) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - London, XGL

We've gone here twice now and both times have been pretty great! We really enjoy their croissants sandwich. The one we have had has a delicious and flaky seeded croissant and it has a really nice portion of cream cheese and prosciutto and arugula. It's really savory. I ordered a latte on both visits. The art on it is very nice, but it also tastes as good as it looks! It's smooth and creamy and the perfect temperature to enjoy it right away. The cappuccino my brother ordered also looked pretty good. The staff working here are really friendly and welcoming as well. She was very attentive and asked us if everything was good and if we needed anything else. Unfortunately, we're just visiting the country, but would definitely love to come back to this cafe in the future! read more

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Delicious coffee, pastries looking gorgeous, being fresh and tasty. You are served with a smile. When i went there were he people seating inside and outside- serene atmosphere inside, some people were working on their laptop, other solving crossword puzzles, the tables outside are somewhat sheltered from the main road thanks to the massive planter. read more

Saint Espresso - If it's sunny outside, why not grab a table on the pavement ? Food and drinks will be brought to you - Coffee & Tea Near Me - London, XGL

Very friendly service and the best/our favorite espresso we had while in London! Thanks Stellion!

Been here a couple of times and their coffee is very good. Last 2 times I had a matcha latte which was great. I also tried their pistachio protein ball yesterday - excellent! And I shared a cheeky gluten free salted caramel brownie. I think there is a brownie genius that makes these and sells them to independent coffee shops around town, bc I swear I've had it before. Great brownie. Share with a fellow chocoholic as it's very rich! read more

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great almond croissant, espresso tasted a bit off for my taste though (and trust me, my background is Italian, I know espresso) - but service was very fast and it's a cute little cafe. I suppose you gotta have a first breakfast in order to say you had a second breakfast, right? read more

+ Looks nice, it's all about looks here + Tea is served in a silly glass cup + No Wifi This coffee shop definitely looks nice. It's modern and stylish. They use pretty, if not practical tablewares. The staff was friendly but tad patronising. When I ordered my tea and pastry, she shared with me some expert knowledge about teas (I didn't ask), which I don't recall in detail now. She also suggested, as she was bringing me the drinks, that I drink the tea as is first, before I pour the milk. My tea was served in a small tea pot, basically just enough for a small mug. And they gave me a glass cup. I'm not a connoisseur but I know serving hot drinks in glass is silly. It's too hot. Also, there is no Wifi. The only way this coffee shop can justify its existence is, if their coffees taste really good. (and not served in glassware.) I shall find out next time. read more

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Cute little cafe tucked away in Angel. Good coffee, nice decor, and friendly staff. So far so good. Price wise, very expensive compared to other local cafes. For a tiny flat white, it came to over 3 pounds, which I thought was a little excessive. Food wise, although I didn't try any, all cakes and pastries looked lovely. Reasonably priced and when I'm back again, will definitely sample some. All in all, it's a higher end coffee shop and probably best reserved for after pay day. read more

Saint Espresso - Tiny cup.. The pic does it justice - Coffee & Tea Near Me - London, XGL

The coffee was fresh, strong and delicious. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable and the decor is cozy and welcoming.

Fantastic coffee and a really nice vibe. I'm a lover of flat whites and the ones here are fantastic. Really love the geometric themed décor, brick walls and wooden tables. Ticks all the hipster boxes for me. Cakes are also great here. I found the chocolate brownie particularly yummy. You can also buy coffee to take away if you want. A wonderful retreat hidden away from the hustle of Angel high-street, well worth the wander. Pros: As above and free Wi-Fi, staff are lovely, it's quiet so easy to talk to people. Cons: jitters. Also quite small, so you're not guaranteed a table. read more

I really like Saint Espresso. It's located on Pentonville Road just a stone's throw from Angel station, but slightly away from the hustle and bustle of Upper Street. First and foremost, their coffee is excellent. Quite possibly my favorite coffee in London at present. I've been a number of times, and the flat white is always perfectly executed. I'm yet to dabble in their food options, but they offer an array of pastries, cakes and sandwiches which all look quite tasty. The staff is friendly and chipper (not overly chipper in an obnoxious way, but a pleasant sort of chipper). All in all, Saint Espresso leaves nothing to be desired in my view (hence the 5 stars). I'm not really the type to do work in coffee shops so I can't fully speak to the wifi capabilities etc, but I think Saint would be a nice place to post up all day. It's fairly quiet, has an open feel with high ceilings, although there's somewhat limited seating options (probably a total of 5 or 6 tables). I get the sense Saint Espresso is a well-kept secret since it's generally pretty quiet and only opened about a month or so ago. Definitely worth checking out! read more

Love this place! Lots of selection and excellent lattes! Owner was super friendly and nice, fast service. read more

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Coffee: 5 stars Space: 5 stars People: 4.5 stars No Wifi: -0.5 stars Minimal seating: -0.5 stars I really want to give Saint Espresso 5 stars, but my first experience was good, not perfect. I wanted to stop by for 45 minutes on a Sunday to try their coffee, hang out in their serene space, and get one work thing done. First and second objectives, check, but I had to tuck in at the end of a communal table because it was literally the only seat available. And when I asked (politely, I thought) about WiFi, one of the employees just said, dismissively, "No Wifi" and turned away. Look, I get that a small coffee shop doesn't want people monopolizing its minimal seating, especially when it's as nice a space as this one. But in this day and age, I just kind of expect to have connectivity, even if only for 15 minutes. (Also, Yelp led me astray by claiming that the shop had WiFi, so shame on you, previous reviewers.) Anyway, if you want a super cute, bright, and comfortable place to have a very good espresso or filter coffee and maybe talk to a friend or read, this is it. If you need to camp out with space and WiFi, you should probably find a bigger shop or coworking space. read more

It's really hard to impress these days with coffee in London. However, there are pockets where this is still possible. And one of those is in Angel. And one of those places is Saint Espresso. So, I tend to review coffee places around where I work, and this time round, in my fourth location in London in as many years, I find myself reviewing another coffee place near work. There are now two locations for good coffee within a stones throw of the Angel Tube, one is Coffeeworks Project and the other is undoubtedly this place, Saint Espresso. Hidding in a rather non-descript row of shops just west of the tube is this new, and rather swanky shop, serving antipodean style coffee. Little shots of delicious goodness. This is my afternoon go to place and my happy place. Friendly staff, good coffee and tasty treats make this place a definite winner and a great impressive one at that for the Angel area. :) 5*s!! read more

Lovely iced lattes, great service. We also got an AMAZING focaccia toastie with salami (?), pesto and cheese. Soo good. Highly recommend

Great coffee spot! Fresh cakes, tasty sandwiches and Crosstown doughnuts. Really friendly staff serving you amazing coffee in their beautiful interior. So happy that this little gem is located so close to my flat! read more

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Not impressed. Got a long black and green tea matcha latte takeaway after visiting 221b. They only have 8 oz., but prices were what you'd expect for at least a 12. The green tea latte wasn't even hot, lukewarm at best. Skip this and go to another coffee bar! read more

A nice little cafe, the barista on duty was very welcoming and helpful. Had a wonderful cup of coffee and a delicious slice of their orange almond loaf. A very pleasant escape from the heat, I would certainly come back. read more

Off the main area around Angel station sits this small coffee shop. It has a nice modern coffee house interior. The coffee here is really good. You can have your choice of soya or almond milk here too. read more

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My husband has tried to mind control me into visiting Saint Espresso for four months and I have resisted wholeheartedly because they don't have wifi and that just seems like a sin to me (but I understand why). Saint Espresso is a small coffee shop located on a busy road though the cute decor makes you forget that just a few feet away is one of the busiest roads in London. There are only a few tables in this tiny shop but if you visit off-peak, you should have no issues finding anywhere to sit, after all, they don't offer wifi, so there are no loiterers like myself pounding away on laptops. I ordered a cappuccino accompanied by a caramel and sea salt brownie. Both were delicious. The brownie was easily the best brownie I've eaten outside of the US. It was super moist, almost like a really moist piece of fudge and deliciously chocolatey. My cappuccino was tasty but nothing over-the-top. It hit the spot that sunny Sunday afternoon. I like Saint Espresso. I'd like it more if they offered wifi and were in a slightly better location (sort of a pain to get to/from on a bike). Note: There are four bike stands at the end of the block towards Angel station, just a short walk from the shop. read more

Light industrial coffee shop. Would be great space for working except no power points or free wifi. Coffee was good. Also had a toasted focaccia with a really yummy pesto. They also had a temping display of pasties and other sweet goods. Loved the floor to ceiling Windows and black piping for the electrical wiring. The staff members were friendly enough, thought could smile more. read more

This is my favorite place for a flat white in London. It's smooth and has a nice bitter finish. I've had the croissant with prosciutto and cheese, which came toasted. The croissant was a nice savory breakfast. I had it in the cafe and the staff was very welcoming and helpful. The carrot muffin makes a great snack. Quite nice although it could be a bit more moist. read more

They really take their coffee making seriously. They never rush even the room gets busy, which is really why you choose them over Starbucks because you expect to be surprised! Highly recommend ! read more

Pleasantly surprised by this unassuming cafe on penton street. Walking by I was caught by the bright interior. Table service, sort of, a nice plus. But most of all, the cappuccino was remarkably flavorful. Clearly they know how to make it and not drown the flavor of the espresso. I tend to go back frequently and read. Good for a quality espresso drink! read more

The coffee and music was so good! I had two flat whites because I stayed so long. Indulged in a prosciutto and cheese croissant that was so tasty. Great place to knock out work stuff and enjoy the vibes read more

Fantastic chai latte, but even better was the advice on where else to go while visiting London. Thanks, Frank!

In the area they have the best coffee and also I love the friendly service and ambient. Their long black is awesome. I have to admit I am not crazy about their pastries but that is matter of personal taste.. read more

A stronger slightly more bitter espresso than most that won't get lost in the milk if you'd like a bit of kick in your flat white.

Lovely small bright coffee shop with good tunes in the background where they take their coffee very seriously. Such a nice haven in that part of Angel where there was nothing before. Not that many tables though (note: small in the first sentence!). They have good eats (can you say St. John's donuts in this neck of the woods--dangerous!) but the only "food" besides sweets are very cheesy toasties so there are no salads or healthy options if you want a non 1000 calorie option. read more

I drink a lot of coffee on a good day, and on a really jet-lagged day, I'm likely caffeinated at unsafe levels. So, having spent several of these days in the neighborhood, I've sampled quite a bit of espresso from various shops. The espresso and espresso drinks here are very good (best in the neighborhood) and it seems like the folks care about what they are doing. Also the staff is super friendly. Very positive vibes. Two thumbs up. read more

Sitting on the bus drinking my Saint Espresso Latte. I like my coffee smooth and this is perfect. Just the right temperature and texture. A little on the small side for the price but I believe in quality over quantity. I have to deduct a star though because the same jug was used to heat my milk as was used to heat almond milk for the customer before me. If I was less cavalier about my allergy I would have been annoyed. read more

Saint is a fine addition to the high-end London coffee scene. As a regular at Leya's and Notes, I am not easily impressed, but this lovely new place succeeded. Both the espresso and coffee drinks were outstanding, and the atmosphere was laid-back but stylish. I particularly enjoyed the neo-Shaker chairs (a nice adaption on what my wife calls "that wooden furniture that every coffeeshop you like seems to have"), the lighting set-up, and the glass wall that keeps the place from being too dark and shadowy. The only detraction was that the owner/operator, who was otherwise extremely friendly and welcoming, fiddled with his phone for a good 30 sec. while we were waiting at the counter for service--bad business etiquette, that, and at least an "I'm sorry about that" would have seemed appropriate. But, nobody is perfect, and I look forward to my next excellent cup at this sacred new spot. read more

I discovered Saint Espresso by a chance encounter as I was walking from a nearby hotel on my way to Angel tube station. Love, love, LOVE the coffee! I had the pleasure to try their espresso and, cappuccino which packed a punch and provided the jolt I was looking for early in the morning. I absolutely loved the Guatemalan bean they used for the cappuccino. They also have a good tea selection and the Assam tea did not disappoint! read more

Amazingly good drip coffee and amazingly good doughnut, yet not very good service. I can live with that fact - and I really like this place away from tourist crowds. read more

Literally my favorite hidden gem in London. Fantastic staff. Best coffee you'll ever have in your life. Warm cozy atmosphere.

Great little coffee spot. Very good coffees. The flat white had a little extra kick and and a hint of acidity - just the way I like it. Also, it was consistently good every time. Nice and friendly staff, cool interior. read more

Lovely place and atmosphere. Best service I've had in London. Coffee and machines on sale, snacks looked delicious too. Cold brew coffee in a bottle that I will come back to in the summer. Relaxing music. Wanted to stay there for the whole day. read more

In an area where there is surprisingly not so many great coffee shops, St Espresso might be the best option around, and probably one of the best places in the North East of London to grab a perfect cup, especially where you're more into the light roast and the complex acidity. Don't hesitate to order a pastry to go along with your Alchemy coffee, there's a wide range of nice baked goods like this outstanding pear danish, which is worthy a visit on its own. Only exception : try to avoid the green matcha white chocolate cake, except if you have a really really sweet tooth. The design is a perfect combination of minimalism and industrial chic, playing with the contrast between black and white tints... Like the coffee menu actually. Simple and lovely at the same time. I guess that three small tables, one medium-size communal table and zero wifi won't help you to chill out there for a while, but for a quick fix, let this guardian Angel-located of Saint Espresso take care of you. You shoudn't be disappointed under its heavenly watch. read more

One of several independent coffee shops in the area and to be honest, you might want to head down the road to any of the others. This one has the loudest traffic noise, the smallest space and by far the worst service (a sort of "too cool to give you what you asked for"). I was particularly annoyed that they wanted to charge me nearly double for having a half-caffeinated latte, when the prices are already exaggeratedly high. They said they had to do this because of technical difficulties - ridiculous for a pretentious joint because even Starbucks can do this. Walk into Upper Street or down to Exmouth Market or Old Street instead. read more

have just been to Saint Espresso .. really chic haven for real coffee worshippers out there .. the staff really know their stuff and are very professional ...really worth a trip. we love it Siobhain Egan read more