Excellent specialty coffee from a serious roastery offering takeaway-only drinks and retail beans; go for the brew, not for seating or food.
Dark Arts Coffee delivers exceptional roast quality and knowledgeable service that draws specialty coffee enthusiasts to its tucked-away Hackney location, with strong consistency across years and loyal repeat customers. The minimalist roastery aesthetic and curbside-only setup limit comfort for lingering, keeping it just short of the very top tier despite outstanding beverage execution and barista expertise.
One caveat: Takeaway-only and no dine-in cups; limited pastries only