Blank Street Coffee

You'll find yourself on Old Broad Street surrounded by the suits and glass towers of the Square Mile, but step into Blank Street and it's a completely different energy. This is the kind of place where they actually care about their beans—you can taste it in every pull of the espresso. The vibe is deliberately minimal: concrete, simple stools, zero Instagram theatre. It's refreshingly unpretentious for this neighbourhood, which means you get quality coffee at reasonable prices without the faffing about. Perfect if you're ducking out of the office or need a proper caffeine hit before heading into Liverpool Street.