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Prufrock Coffee

Coffee ShopsLondon, ENG

4.6 out of 5 stars4.6(2,678 reviews)

Quick info

+44 20 7242 0467
23-25 Leather Ln, London EC1N 7TE, United Kingdom
£10–20 · Reported by 738 people

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About Prufrock Coffee

Prufrock Coffee is a roaster-forward coffee shop on Leather Lane in London, where trained baristas prepare bespoke brews in a buzzy, open-plan space with minimal furnishings. The coffee program anchors the daily rhythm, with a rotating Filter Coffee and a Flat White Coffee leading the drink menu. The food side is equally deliberate, with the Downland Farm Smoked Ham & Beans on Sourdough Poached Egg standing out as a signature plate. The open layout and straightforward setup make it a practical stop for laptop work or a quick takeaway.

Good to know

  • Reservations
    Walk-in only
  • Parking
    Free of charge street parking · Free parking lot · Paid parking lot
  • Accessibility
    Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating · Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Good for kids
    High chairs available · Family friendly
  • Dietary
    Serves vegan dishes · Serves vegetarian dishes

Menu & Prices

7 dishes · mains £2–6
Espresso
Espresso
Flat White Coffee
Flat White Coffee
Downland Farm Smoked Ham & Beans on Sourdough Poached Egg
Downland Farm Smoked Ham & Beans on Sourdough Poached Egg
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Reviews

4.6/5
2,678 reviews

What reviewers say

Reviewers most often mention flat white, coffee beans, avocado sandwich and kimchi sandwich.

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Customer Review Summary

Reviewers consistently single out the coffee as the defining draw, with the flat white and filter pour-over earning repeated praise for smooth, fruity, clean flavours and precise pouring technique. Several call the flat white among the best they have ever tasted, and the Square Mile and guest single-origin beans surprise diners in the best way, with multiple visitors taking beans home. The breakfast and brunch dishes also draw strong support, with reviewers highlighting the avocado sandwich, kimchi sandwich, and a simple but well-balanced Prufrock breakfast as fresh and satisfying starts to the day. A few note that the cafe can get quite busy, especially in the mornings, and one mentions a slightly wobbly chair, but these are minor notes against an otherwise steady stream of praise for friendly, knowledgeable baristas and a comfortable, coffee-focused atmosphere.

Featured reviews

  • Tobias Harren
    Cafè with varying selection of exceptional coffees from the best roasters around the world. Staff was very friendly and knowledgeable, being able to answer inquiries on the coffees. Food was very tasty and made with high quality ingredients. (This results in a slightly higher price, which I think is worth though.)
  • Krzysztof Świątek
    Only popped in to grab a quick coffee to go and some beans. The place looks really nice, the staff was friendly and the coffee was good. Not sure about sitting in and food options as I didn’t get to fully experience these
  • Amelie Zhang
    Best coffee experience in London ever. Lovely staff who gave me a small cup while waiting to be seated. I ordered a flat white as usual, and it’s just fruity, refreshing but lingering at the same time. So smooth and on the sweet side. LOVE THIS PLACE!
  • Noel Min
    I recently stopped by and had what was hands-down the best flat white I’ve ever tasted. If you thought you could only go to New Zealand for a proper flat white…well think again. The espresso was perfectly balanced, rich, and smooth, paired …
  • Kevin KW
    Excellent cafe near Farringdon . Heard of this place from James Hoffmann channel as they sell square mile beans, but in fact they sell a variety of beans also like sey etc. can get pretty busy in the mornings , afternoons are a bit better coffee was excellent and so was the poached eggs on toast Overall enjoyed my brunch here at prufrock

Hours

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Highlights

Expertly trained baristas serve bespoke brews in a buzzy open-plan cafe with minimal furnishings.

  • Serves great coffee
  • Serves great dessert
  • Has great tea selection
  • Popular for popular for breakfast
  • Popular for popular for lunch
  • Popular for good for solo dining

Amenities

  • Has Wi-Fi
  • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Free of charge street parking
  • Has outdoor seating
  • Dogs allowed
  • Offers takeaway
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  • Serves dine-in
  • Family friendly
  • Serves vegan dishes
  • Has bar on site
  • Casual
  • On-site services available
Offerings· 5
  • Serves alcohol
  • Serves coffee
  • Serves healthy options
  • Quick bite
  • Serves vegetarian dishes
Crowd· 3
  • Good for groups
  • Popular with tourists
  • Popular with university students
Accessibility· 2
  • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Family-friendly· 1
  • High chairs available
Dining options· 5
  • Serves breakfast
  • Serves brunch
  • Serves lunch
  • Serves dessert
  • Has seating
Parking· 3
  • Free parking lot
  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking
Pet-friendly· 2
  • Dogs allowed inside
  • Dogs allowed outside
Highlights· 3
  • Serves great coffee
  • Serves great dessert
  • Has great tea selection
Popular for· 4
  • Popular for breakfast
  • Popular for lunch
  • Good for solo dining
  • Good for working on laptop
Facilities· 1
  • Has toilet
Atmosphere· 2
  • Cosy
  • Trendy

Location

How Prufrock Coffee compares to nearby coffee shops

  • Prufrock Coffee · This shop4.6
    2,678 reviews

    Mentioned in reviews: flat white, coffee beans, avocado sandwich

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    Mentioned in reviews: flat white, coffee beans, filter coffee

  • 588 reviews1.9 mi

    Mentioned in reviews: matcha, iced blueberry matcha, blondie latte

  • 543 reviews2.2 mi

    Mentioned in reviews: toasted banana bread, full house breakfast, back garden area

How this listing is sourced

Hours, contact details, and amenities are sourced from publicly available business data and re-checked regularly. Listings are ranked independently — no paid placement.

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