Day Trip

Tucked away on a quiet Islington street, Day Trip offers the kind of unhurried morning ritual that feels increasingly rare in London. This tiny cafe has mastered the art of the slow wake-up, whether you’re settling into the zen-like courtyard garden with its curved stone benches or propping yourself against the minimalist concrete counter inside.

The coffee here is genuinely excellent—the kind that justifies the trip across town. The baristas are friendly and approachable, happy to chat while they craft your drink. It’s the sort of place where regulars in their cutest athleisure pop in for a perfectly pulled latte, even when the weather turns hostile.

Day Trip works beautifully for those mornings when you want to ease into the day rather than rush through it. The courtyard is the real draw when the sun cooperates, but even on grey days, the petite interior has a calming, pared-back charm. And if you’re in a hurry? Their branded takeaway cups are adorable enough to make grabbing a coffee to go feel like a treat.

For anyone seeking a peaceful coffee spot in Islington—somewhere to read, people-watch, or simply breathe—Day Trip delivers. It’s unpretentious, welcoming, and precisely the kind of neighborhood gem worth knowing about.