The history of WatchHouse Coffee is in its name. It began as a modern coffee vision in a 19th century watch house on Bermondsey Street. Though it now has several locations around London, one in Bath, and a couple in New York, WatchHouse retains a sense of conscientious narrative. Each cafe simultaneously carries the artfully crafted contemporary coffee culture of the brand while preserving the character of the space it occupies. The thoughtful design of each space set the tone, a beautiful marriage of old world charm and contemporary coffee rituals. Sleek modernist furnishings combining warm woods, cool terrazzo and original architectural details to make for a timeless atmosphere.
While coffee is certainly the star of the show, most locations also serve breakfast and brunch. It functions as a coffee bar and an all day cafe, easy for a quick pick me up and pastry pairing, and a reliable choice for a sit down breakfast or casual brunch. WatchHouse elevates the everyday routines to something worth slowing down for.
Address | locations listed here |
Website | https://watchhouse.com/ |
Yelp | Link Here |
@watchhouse | |
Hours | vary by location, but most are open daily from early morning until late afternoon |
Price | $$ – pretty on par with nice coffee shops in London, £3-5 coffee, £5-15 breakfast and lunch |
Aesthetic | every location is a little different, fitting to its environment, but all sophisticated, contemporary and inviting |
Go here for:Â a sit down coffee, a leisurely breakfast, a casual brunch
Order this:Â something from their pourover menu or an espresso drink (though they also have plenty of teas and juices for alternatives), granola and yogurt for a light breakfast, harissa eggs or chili butter eggs for a heartier brunch
Amount of time to spend:Â an hour or so for a sit down breakfast or lunch
When to come:Â weekday mornings and afternoons are perfect for a more leisurely vibe, it can get crowded for weekend brunch
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Last visited: March 2025
Last updated: August 2025