I think we all know by now that I am a big coffee drinker. I think we all probably know by now that I’m also a big fan of interiors and Instagram. (If you didn’t know that you can totally feel free to pop over and follow me at @ellenextdoor [insert wink/”no but seriously, if you want cute coffee snaps, flatlays and more coffee snaps I’m totally your girl” emoji here]).
So whenever I hunt for a cute, independent coffee shop/cafe, the final pick has to meet two requirements. 1) That they have amazing coffee and gluten free food (preferably cake, because cake is bae my life) and 2) It has to look nice and Instagrammable.
I kiiinda hate myself for admitting that but any blogger/Instagrammer that tells me that that isn’t a consideration is pure and simply lying…
… or just has a life!
Either way, I trotted off to London Grind because I’d been following their dreamy Instagram for a while and could no longer hack their gorgeous food pictures and latte art without discovering it for myself.
London grind is part of the “Grind” chain, with cafe’s in Shoreditch and Holborn and all of them are absolutely dreamy when it comes to interiors (you know, and food too… ) but London Grind immediately had me with the gorgeous mix of monochrome tiles, marble, wood – I’m aware this makes me sound like a basic bitch but a good quality chunky wood worktop makes me far happier than it should – the industrial/loft style ceilings and bulbs (yes I get excited about a good bulb, sue me) and rope lighting quotes. I was already a convert, and then I saw the menu…
London Grind’s menu isn’t huge, but I feel like it just covers all bases from fry ups to eggs, porridge to smoothie bowls, it really does have something for everyone (unless you’re extremely fussy, in which case, we can’t be friends*)
*Just kidding, but seriously, if you’re with me you’re going to need a huge appetite and be ready to eat the world!
After discussing gluten free options with the waiter, I decided on the One Pan eggs without the bread (always a killer to have to say “no bread please”) and oh my goodness gracious me I was not disappointed. The One Pan eggs consists of fried eggs on a bed of spinach, tomatoes, beans and topped off with pistachio’s. The flavours combined were absolutely delicious and I quite easily tucked every last mouthful away with ease. (Not because it wasn’t filling, more because I’m a beast!). I especially love the pistachio topping which just added the tastiest crunch and finished it off perfectly.
Next time, the Gluten free Banana bread is on the cards!
My Dad went for the London Grind, the glamorous fry up if you will – he likes to go hard or go home too, like Father like Daughter – and absolutely demolished it. [Insert high five emoji here]. He absolutely loved the London Grind, specifically the homemade beans, Sausages and white pudding (basically all of it then…) and said he would highly recommend the dish.
My Mum opted for the Breakfast Focaccia and I must say, I had huge food envy when this arrived. The focaccia was so thick and generously filled with Bacon, sausage, mozzarella, eggs and aioli and she absolutely loved it. Delicious, tasty, amazing quality and gorgeous were just some of the descriptive words used in the minutes it took to chow down on this so it was a huge thumbs up from her too.
As is my life motto, I’ve just realised that I dived straight into the food without mentioning our drinks, and considering the quality of coffee London Grind has, that just won’t do. My Dad and I went for a latte and I can honestly say, it was one of my absolute favourites. Gorgeously smooth and strong without being at all bitter. So lovely that I couldn’t resist ordering another one post breakfast, subsequently being on the biggest caffeine high for the rest of the day (sorry not sorry). Mum went for a pot of tea and can we just talk about their stupidly cute pots and saucers? My pinterest-loving brain went a little bit crazy over those!
Basically, because I’m aware that I’ve bored you to death spoken very passionately about London Grind for a pretty long time now, everything we ate and drank was mouth wateringly good, and it’s extremely safe to say that I’ll be back very soon. Popping into Shoreditch Grind and Holborn Grind in the meantime no doubt.
Seeing the pictures of food at this time in the morning has my stomach rumbling. The one pan eggs looks delicious. Plus the interior is really pretty! x
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Haha oh I know, I even struggled editing it this morning 😉
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Looks like brunch time perfection!
It really is Angie, you definitely check it out!
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This sounds and looks so damn good, I may be drooling a little over my keyboard. The sourdough on the menu sounds SO tasty as well. May have to visit here whenever I'm up in London next!!
And you aren't the only one who lets excited over awesome lightbulbs. I LOVE A GOOD LOOKING LIGHT, LET ME TELL YOU THAT.
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You definitely need to Meg, such a cute place and amazing food!
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Ooh I've never heard of them before but looks like a great place to have brunch! Not to worry Elle I like a chunky wooden counter top and Edison bulbs…matter of fact hoping to make my own lamp using those bulbs!
p.s. loving the photos x
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They are so pretty aren't they, if you do that, please let me know how you get on!
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Ohhhmmmyyy the food looks delicious.
A perfect place for breakfast!
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it really is Zarrah, I'll definitely be back!
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I've been to all the Grinds and I love them ALL, but this one is my favorite for sure, especially for a pre-show at the Globe drink & bite to eat. I hear ya! xx
Aren't they fab Jess, totally loving the interiors/vibe they give off, plus the food is dreamy. Good to know that this is your fave too <3
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The breakfast focaccia looks incredible – yum. Your photos are amazing! x
Thanks so much hun, so happy you think so!
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I'm hungry and I need a coffee now! x
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Haha ditto girl!
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A Fantastic place indeed for Breakfast.. glad you enjoyed it!
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Thank you lovely, isn't it fab!
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Your pictures are incredible! The Grind sounds amazing, the interiors got to me too. Plus as well as looking so tasty the food appears quite healthy to me, I honestly couldn't have resisted if that was in front of me 🙂
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That's what I love about it, some dishes (the fry up for example) obviously aren't great but generally they have healthier options than your usual classics. Such a fan!
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This sounds lovely, must check it out! Your pictures are amazing! KBxx
Thanks so much lovely!
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That coffee looks amazing and your pictures are lovely as usual! Xx
Thanks hun, so pleased you like them!
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I agree a place definitely needs to be instagrammable and tick all the blogger boxes. This place looks like it's perfect for ticking all the boxes and the food looks delicious. I just adore you photography, just amazing x
Beauty with charm
Ah thank you hun, so happy you like the photography!
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Looks absolutely delicious. Beautiful pictures!
Thank you hun!
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Is it wrong that I want breakfast at 8pm?! Everything looks delicious! xx
Beautylymin
Never, I could totally eat breakfast right now!
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The food! I would be all over that, I'm practically salivating now! (Yeah I've used a lot of exclamation points, it's how I roll)
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Haha girl I am all about the exclamation marks so you go for it!
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PLEASE CAN WE GO OMG THE INSTAGRAMS THE FOOD
Lauren x
Britton Loves | Lifestyle Beauty Wellbeing
Haha yes, yes we can. In fact, this would be a fab place to shoot!
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Surprisingly I've never heard of this place! I loooove a good breakfast spot though, especially when it's so damn pretty to look at! x
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Oh me too lovely, this is one of my new faves!
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oh that's it, I have to visit this place 🙂 You've managed to make my mouth water at the sight of your food pictures! THAT I can't wait to try the actual food now <3
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Haha it's so pretty isn't it, my fave at the mo!
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oh that's it, I have to visit this place 🙂 You've managed to make my mouth water at the sight of your food pictures! THAT I can't wait to try the actual food now <3
Serene | I Am Serene L
If I was anywhere close to this, I would be there all the time! I love this kind of interior and the food looks outstanding. The latte looks too good to be true! Sigh! Thanks for sharing!
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Ah thank you lovely, if you're ever in London, definitely visit!!
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Yummy this all looks so good!
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It was so tasty, thanks lovely!
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I've popped in to London Grind before but I've never had the one pan eggs, looks amazing!
I'd highly recommend them, so so tasty!
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Wow~So much delicious food.Haha~Coffee is my favourite drink~
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Me too, I like your style! 😉
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Gorgeous place, and that food looks amazing!
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Isn't it lovely, absolutely love it!
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i enjoyed this post so much! and oh my god, that coffee looks amazing!! *drools*
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Ah thnk you hun, so pleased you did!
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Yummy and delicious! Wonderful photos ♡
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Ah thank you lovely!
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Amazing photos everything looks great.
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As always you found an amazing spot to have a delicious breakfast! Everything looks absolutely yummy, and I am sure you had a great family time there. xx
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When I look at One Pan eggs I have to say: oh, My, this looks so delicious and I have no doubts that you was so pleased with that dish 🙂 And btw, I think that it's great that this place doesn't have huge menu because thanks to it you're sure that everything is fresh and made with 100% of passion 🙂
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Ive never been to london grind but from reading this post its top of my list for next time im in london!
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Amazing post, London must be perfect!!
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This looks incredible & I'll have to say I am so obsessed with London even though I've never been. Posts like these make me want to hop on a plane this absolute instant. I'll be visiting London Grind when I go 😉 xx adaatude.com
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Oooh yum! You can't underestimate a good quality coffee. I must check it out. Immy x
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