The 10 London cafes with perfect 5-star ratings
New study reveals that Devine Restaurant Coffee Bar is London’s best café.
The study, conducted by Pens.com, analysed Tripadvisor review counts and ratings for over 750 cafés across London. It then created a score combining these two factors to find out which spots are highest rated and favoured by Londoners and visitors alike.
Top 10 London’s best cafés
| Rank | Name | Overall rating | Number of reviews | Score |
| 1 | Devine Restaurant Coffee Bar | 5 | 1409 | 4.9979 |
| 2 | Tea Darling Refreshingly Vintage | 5 | 107 | 4.9733 |
| 3 | Drury N4 | 5 | 67 | 4.9580 |
| 4 | Stage Palmers Green | 5 | 45 | 4.9386 |
| 5 | Leman's Cafe | 5 | 39 | 4.9297 |
| 6 | Neal Street Espresso | 5 | 35 | 4.9222 |
| 7 | The Ethical Bean Company | 5 | 33 | 4.9178 |
| 8 | Foxcroft & Ginger | 5 | 33 | 4.9178 |
| 9 | Sweetsmile Bakery & Patisserie | 5 | 31 | 4.9129 |
| 10 | Nico | 5 | 31 | 4.9129 |
Devine Restaurant Coffee Bar in London secured the top spot with an impressive 1,409 reviews while maintaining a perfect 5-star rating, resulting in the highest score of 4.9979. The café is located in Vine Street, within the City of London, just a few steps away from the Tower of London. Devine is independent and family run, and its menu includes all the classic British breakfast items, like full breakfasts, omelettes, baps and more for reasonable prices given its location, the most expensive item priced at £12. The café is open from Tuesday to Friday only in the mornings from 7 am to 2 pm.
In second place is Tea Darling Refreshingly Vintage, which boasts a 5-star rating from 107 reviews, resulting in a score of 4.9733. Known for its quirky, vintage decor and afternoon tea selections, Tea Darling offers an inviting, nostalgic atmosphere in West London that draws regulars and first-time visitors alike. The café is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 11 AM to 5 PM.
Drury N4, located in Woodberry Grove, claims the third spot with a score of 4.9580 from 67 reviews. The café features a modern, industrial interior and offers a unique blend of classic brunch dishes with a twist, served with expertly brewed Allpress Espresso coffee and a variety of pastries and cakes.
Just behind are Stage Palmers Green (45 reviews, score of 4.9386) and Leman’s Cafe (39 reviews, score of 4.9297) in fourth and fifth place respectively. Both are highly rated for their welcoming service and high-quality, reasonably priced menus, often highlighting locally sourced ingredients.
Completing the top ten are Neal Street Espresso, The Ethical Bean Company, Foxcroft & Ginger, Sweetsmile Bakery & Patisserie, and Nico. All these cafés have a perfect 5-star ratings and scoring above 4.91, proving that Londoners value consistency, atmosphere, and outstanding customer service when choosing where to grab their next flat white.
A spokesperson from Pens.com commented on the findings, "Cafes often mean more to the communities they serve than just a place to grab coffee, they're a space to unwind, connect with others, work, and write.
“These results show the strength and character of London’s café scene. From independent family-run spots to creative vintage tearooms, the city offers a diverse mix that reflects both tradition and innovation.
"What’s most striking is how the cafés in this list have managed to maintain perfect 5-star ratings across dozens – in some cases, hundreds – of reviews. That level of consistency in service and quality speaks volumes about the passion and dedication behind each cup.”
This information was provided by pens.com/uk