In the heart of Seven Dials, Monmouth Coffee is the OG caffeine haven of London, paving the way for artisanal coffee before it was even cool. Founded in 1978 by Anita Leroy, one half of a Covent Garden power couple alongside Neal’s Yard Dairy founder Randolph Hodgson, Monmouth is the epitome of quality over trends. With its original Covent Garden spot, the iconic Borough Market branch (where queues twist like Shakespearean plotlines on Saturday mornings), and a hidden gem in Bermondsey's railway arches, Monmouth Coffee is as much a pilgrimage as it is a coffee stop. The staff, akin to coffee whisperers, guide you through their meticulously sourced beans to help you find your perfect cup. The vibe? Chic enough to make you check if you need a guest list. And hey, coffee aficionados, they've got pastries by the likes of Little Bread Pedlar and Chocolarder. Just remember, seating is like good ideas at a brainstorming session – limited.
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