Emma Shoreditch Grind stands out from other coffee shops, not least due to its circular build and edge of a roundabout location. It’s an espresso bar, cocktail bar and has recording studios upstairs – what a combination!
As expected inside is hipster central decor wise, however it was laidback and not at all posery. The coffee, cakes and food did the talking.
House blend coffee, which you can buy here, was perfect. You could also tell the baristas have skill. Lovely clean coffee taste, no bitterness from badly cleaned machines and beans that have been sitting too long.
You can also buy beer, sandwiches and salads.
TL;DR
+ Coffee
+ Service
+ Decor
PHONE
020 7490 7490
LOCATION
213 Old Street
London, EC1V 9NR
Just at Old Street Tube.
HOURS
M-Th 7am–11pm
Fr 7am–1am,
Sa 8am–1am,
Su 9am–7pm
You can also find Grind at Holborn, Soho and London Bridge.
I can’t even remember what I had in this place – I suspect it was an after-hours cocktail – but I remember loving the atmosphere. Another one for the list next time I’m down London way!
Let us know what its like at night time, if you remember 😉