96 Degrees

Walk into 96 Degrees and you're immediately struck by how unpretentious it all is. This is a serious coffee operation—the kind of place where the staff actually know their beans and won't judge you for asking questions about origin or roast profiles. You're in the heart of the Braunstone Gate corridor, nestled amongst Leicester's independent scene, and it feels exactly right. The coffee's consistently excellent whether you're after a flat white or experimenting with their filter offerings. It's become the kind of spot locals actually return to, not because it's fashionable, but because the coffee's genuinely good and the atmosphere strikes that perfect balance between professional and welcoming.