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The Monocle Café

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The Monocle Café

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Ranked #4 for cinnamon rolls in London
"The flat white is really good and the cardamom bun is yum."(13 Tips)
"Flat white of this boutique coffeshop is one of the best in town."(31 Tips)
"Awesome hidden gem! Cinnamon bun rocks and so too the latte!"(20 Tips)
"Japanese breakfast is delicious and authentic"(4 Tips)

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Tania IrellJune 30, 2016
Really nice spot, there's a cozy living room and downstairs a proper space for tables. I had the cappuccino and a chocolate chip cookie (the perfect combination if you like sweet but not too sweet).
Kailey L.April 21, 2015
Cozy cafe in true Monocle styled modern decor. There is a small "living room" in the back of the cafe that provides sofa seatings for patrons. Great place to spend a morning here with coffee & books.
Bonnie WongMay 8, 2016
Katsu Chicken Sandwich FTW! Iced tea comes in a cute flask - perfect drink for summer weather. Matcha hot chocolate is good too.
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Grace WallaceNovember 15, 2017
The coffee is excellent! Possibly the best I’ve had in London. Drinking this delicious cup of goodness with the complimentary piece of dark chocolate made my day! Staff are also super friendly!
Cenk GümüşcüoğluOctober 6, 2014
Yes, this place is about the infamous trendy magazine Monocle. It's cool, there are hipsters around and the prices are Monocle-ish. Try the pumpkin cheese cake, I personally loved it.
InesJanuary 31, 2019
Nice café with great (Japanese) lunch options. The katsu sandwich was very good! Very nice interior. Avoid sitting in the basement though, it was really hot and muggy there.
MelforssMarch 22, 2015
My absolute favourite! I love the neighborhood and the atmosphere. Food and coffee excellent. I go there every time I'm in London to get inspired and a cosy feeling
BADERApril 3, 2017
Cinnamon buns are so delicious specially when you take a cup of coffee with it. #cinnamon_bun #flat-white @monocle café 🤤
Gozde AcarJanuary 8, 2018
Flat white of this boutique coffeshop is one of the best in town. Prices are relatively higher, but you will enjoy this cosy place, after a long day.
Eman AbdulazizAugust 31, 2017
Fantastic cafe. I tried the Americano and green tea panna cotta which were absolutely irresistible. The Americano had a creamy layer on the top!!
JETMay 6, 2015
Very stylish but laid back and unpretentious. Great place to have some quiet time or a good chat with a friend. The flat whites are good and presented in a way consistent with the Monocle style.
Ashley ChanMarch 14, 2018
Been here 5+ times
The best and most authentic matcha latte you’ll find in London. It’s creamy and made of high quality matcha. They source baked goods from Fabrique, including the famous cinnamon buns.
João GonçalvesSeptember 27, 2016
One of my beloved magazines opened a café a couple years ago. This magazine is actually very interested in coffee and hip stuff. Result? A very hip café with lots of quality products.
Ali AladwaniJuly 15, 2016
Nice place , warm and the coffee smell all over the place " black ice " is must
Hani ESeptember 26, 2018
I keep coming back for the cardamom bun + flat whites. Worth it every single time.
Kukkii KoppeeAugust 13, 2015
Neither coffee nor cinnamon bun was anything to shout home about but it's a good place to come for some quiet time. https:// instagram.com/p/6UjAWLIS37/
Oisín SJuly 24, 2017
Been here 10+ times
Surprisingly down to earth service in this mini cafe. Not as 'Monocle' as you'd expect it to be. Coffee and pastries are perfect, cute outdoor seats out front. Friendly staff.
Oli MorrisJanuary 20, 2020
Coffee is so, so good. Lovely decor and service always on point. In my Top 10 coffee shops in London. It's that good.
Ashley ChanJanuary 7, 2018
Been here 5+ times
A piece of Japan in Marylebone. Minimalist cafe that serves Japanese-Western food and baked goods. Their matcha latte is worth getting. Can get crowded on a weekend!
Journey City GuidesMay 16, 2017
Small and stylish café serving delicious pastries in a perfectly designed space. Grab a cup, the press and relax between shopping sessions
Joury IbrahimNovember 20, 2016
Love the flat white. They have a decent avocado toast with halloumi
BasilJune 29, 2013
Barista dude knows nothing about coffee, the English Breakfast tea comes with "a hint of vanilla", and a slice of cake costs £5. In other words, perfectly Monocle.
Shamsa AbdulrahmanDecember 22, 2015
Very good flat white. AWESOME cardamom bun ❤
FerasNovember 22, 2023
The best matcha place in town, they have a cozy setup which works out great on a rainy day.
Jimmy MurphyNovember 29, 2014
Cozy modern design, very comfortable. Wonderful staff and delicious drinks! The aperol spritz is very good.
Karoline LienAugust 20, 2014
Good deal for magazine and drink (£6). Nice flat white and cinnamon bun (although not exactly like the Scandinavian version).
GregorygrishaApril 4, 2017
Been here 5+ times
Matcha lovers will appreciate the matcha latte here, also you get a little chocolate to go with any drink:)
JustinMarch 19, 2016
Green tea panna cotta was delicious, as was the tea. Lounge area very cosy but those stools are bloody uncomfortable!
Ben AdelieMay 1, 2016
Coffee is always well made here. I've never read a bad coffee. Try finding a spot in the back room and have a look at their books if you have some time.
Sebastian OstmanAugust 5, 2015
Best coffee in Marylebone. Their cinnamon buns are even better than Nordic Bakery's round the corner.
Y KimMay 7, 2015
I had a cinnamon bun and earl grey and they were so good!
IrinaOctober 14, 2014
Lovely café! Great options for breakfast/lunch! Try shrimp sandwich :) Staff is very friendly! 👍
Jake HeathFebruary 8, 2015
Try the Scandinavian breakfast for a healthy start to your day however be prepared to wait to find a seat if your in a large group.
DunjaSeptember 29, 2019
Cinnamon buns omg 😍 Really small place so best to get coffee to go but everything is super delicious and they’re so friendly 💛
Cannis ChanOctober 22, 2015
Trendy place, and they sell Lanka cakes! However coffee is just so-so. Great seating indoor with comfy cushion and great music is played from their radio station
Petr SistekSeptember 1, 2014
Amazing place... Great coffe and the whole project is just stunning. Could stay there the whole day.
Michelle WilesOctober 11, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Cardamom pastry is the highlight
John KeaneApril 24, 2014
Been here 10+ times
I had a really good macchiato here. The back room is a really comfortable place to sit for a bit.
eda bNovember 22, 2014
really cute Japanese inspired cafe with a very laid-back environment. The greentea macarons and the greentea cheesecake is delicious aswell
Remi LefevreAugust 10, 2014
Central location, great coffee and food, in a very quiet street. Plus, of course, the newest issues of Monocle.
FayNovember 13, 2016
cute cafe , tasty cinnamon buns and muesli !
MartinaFebruary 13, 2017
Very well done. Avo on vegan toast and decent soya flat white. Latest Monocle issue + hot drink for £6 which is amazing 😊
Marie S.September 16, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Lovely for quick lunches. Few options, but boy, are they delicious. And healthy. (They do takeaway, too!)
Angela LiuFebruary 21, 2015
Lil japanese cafe. They sell lanka cakes which have always been one of my fav cake shops
Christo PapadopoulosOctober 1, 2016
Also responsible for the homonymous magazine. It does not disappoint, the coffee is good, the setting too ;) ☕️☕️
A💙December 22, 2017
The staff was very friendly 💙and the coffee was delicious 😴☕️
Alexia KJanuary 17, 2015
Cappuccino is good along with the cinnamon bun. Avoid at weekends if you want to relax and ready your book, cozy hip atmosphere
Moez AdamjeeMay 12, 2014
If you love your coffee come here. Really nice well bodied coffee akd good service. Defo a repeat visit when I am next in the area.
RamyOctober 2, 2016
Obviously, a must for Monocle fans. Good coffee and quiet space to enjoy the latest issue or your favorite travel guide.
Jawharah💎August 5, 2021
I liked the shop inside tge cafe 👍🏽 latte is so good

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