The Bridge in Hackney

The best coffee in London. Rico is an absolute gem, such a delight to talk to and one of the friendliest and most interesting people I've met. All the Cocktails are wonderful, but the espresso martinis are the best I've ever had (re: best coffee in London). I will go to this place every single time I'm in the neighborhood. Thanks Rico!

Best espresso martinis in London. Great local bar!

Quirky and weird in the best way. We stopped here nightly on our way back to our hotel. Owner/Bartender is off-putting at first but warms up eventually. If we lived in London, this place would be our regular haunt. Great mix of locals and people from all over the world. The man roasts his own espresso beans, so the bar smells wonderful! Absolutely recommend.

One of the most impressive places I've been in London! Excellent coffee, roasted in store and real authentic Baklava and lokum. The menu also has a selection of interesting beers and very good cocktails. This place has character, it is very unique and is worth visiting just to see it's interior. The owner is such a great guy, very friendly and approachable. I've found a place to buy my coffee beans and grab a coffee/drink with a friend!

If you’re a lover of Expresso Martinis, there is truly no better place. Further, a very relaxed atmosphere — even on a Friday night. You can easily hear one another talk. Highly recommend.

£7 for a bottle of beer, lol. Staff were rude

Proper cocktails, cool vibes and delicious baklava.

Great atmosphere just beware the cocktails are pricey

A very good option for an expresso martini or other drinks after having some Viet food in the area. The music selection is excellent, relaxing, this creates a particular atmosphere. Remarkable decoration.

You must stop in for a cocktail! The BEST espresso martinis! Old fashioned was really good too! Ambiance is amazing - you feel like you’re in an antique shop. All the while you smell fresh coffee beans roasting. The owner was very personable and welcoming. I highly recommend visiting this quaint little bar and enjoying a wonderful cocktail.

One of the most authentic places still around and the best espresso martini in London!

Scammers & Liars... Missed out cocktail ingredients to save money. I used to go here all the time a good few years ago, over priced drinks but a good place to go late at night when you're in a big group. However, this Saturday me and 9 mates went in and ordered 10 cocktails (9 esspresso martinis and one white Russian), he took my £150 and ushered us to go out back whilst he made them. They came out thick and fast, which seemed odd, they looked pretty good, but upon tasting them, we were all like "these are disgusting". I've spent the last 5 Christmas' with my dad perfecting the espresso martini and despite having a good few drinks in me, I knew they weren't right. I concluded that there was no kahlua in there, so went to the guy to complain, without hesitation he sent his assistant out back to put a whole shot of Kahlua in each drink. We tried them again, at this point I'm sobering up to the fact that this guy is ripping us off, I taste the drink again and then taste one without the Kahlua in and realise, there's no vodka either. So I go back to the front, complain again and request he makes a fresh one Infront of me and then we taste them side by side. He makes one, it tastes OK, still very thin, (he adds Amereto which isn't too my taste but whatever), I then agree that this is an ok espresso martini and that it's nothing like what he served us. I request him to come taste it alongside what we got served, he refuses. I request a refund, he refuses. He makes out that he's going to make us another round, but the drinks never materialise. So yeah, either this guy tried to scam us, or he's the worst cocktail mixer I've ever met, or both.

I Love this place ❤️ Great coffee, lovely staff

Awesome place to enjoy your drinks thanks too owner Mr Eren great guy 👍👍👍

weird service. kicked us out at 1am despite saying they’re open till 3am. overpriced bottles of beer.

Amazing place, which is like a Tardis, so much more than just a small bar! Take the time to chat with Rico, who is a real friendly fella! 😎

£32 for two espresso martinis (that were absolutely terrible) No draught and cans of madri are £6. This place look nice but is an absolute rip off

I used to hang out here for hours. The upstairs is decorated like a Victorian brothel. I miss it so much.

This place is so interesting and unique! I had the best espresso in London made from the owner using an original espresso machine dated approx in the 1900! everything in there is unique and with character but what is even more interesting is the people and the vibe, this place is warm and with heart.

Best espresso martini you can get

Wow, I can’t believe I’ve never been to this beautiful establishment. I thought I knew all the cool & interesting places in London. I’ve been off work with a hand injury and usually cycle everywhere however I’ve been walking everywhere and came across The Bridge. Going back to have more delicious food and Coffee one of the best Coffee’s I’ve tasted and believe me I know about Coffee. Guys see you in a day or two.

Tucked into a corner but hard to miss cos it's so colourful. Litreally like an antique shop. Apparently it's a coffee shop but also serves cocktails. The expresso martini ufff, 10/10 . The owner has these two vintage cars , they look killer .

Went for a quick beer, but they were very friendly. Great decor Only hiccup there’s no draft beer

א כ ז ב ה. זו הפעם השלישית שנו.בפעמיים קודמות נהנינו,הפעם,ירד בצורה דרסטית.מלוכלך,דביק ,,,מתחת לכל בקורת

The best coffee in London and cocktail bar with the best espresso martinis for the night howls ❤️

My place to be in East London. Rico is the warmest and most welcoming person you can find in London. He will make you feel like home and his coffee and sweet delights are beyond any expectations. A place to be all day from coffee to evening cocktails. I always get my rum old fashioned to end the night. Rico see you soon!

A legendary place in London! A celebrity hotspot and secret sanctuary. People with taste will find a home here.

Not a bad place inside by any means. Smell of coffee wafts through which is more pleasant than most pubs. Has an open bar area and round the back is the nice room full of neon signs. All pleasant but £6.70 for a small bottle of beer isn’t cool. Seen once but won’t be back.

A hidden gem that promises an unforgettable coffee experience. With their own roasting process, simply the best roaster in town, a must-visit for coffee enthusiasts. Adding to its allure, the place is adorned with a captivating collection of antiques, creating a stunning ambiance that transports you to a bygone era. They also have cocktails and other alcoholic choices, great music and even some live music sometimes.

Вообще это кофейня. Но вечером и ночью она превращается в бар. Самый популярный коктейль - эспрессо мартини А ещё тут вкусная пахлава В общем прикольная точка ночной жизни в Шоредич

Absolutely the best cafe in London!

What a gem! Just called in for a cocktail and what an amazing place! The staff are super friendly, the smell of fresh coffee hits you in the face as you walk in to a Aladins cave of vintage coffee equipment and Americana. Lots of seating inside and they move there beautifull American cars off the drive in the evening and have load more seating. Brought a bag of coffee before we left (was to late to try there) looking forward trying it when I'm home (Didnt eat in so can't comment on the food)

Awful. My friends got drinks and when I realised a double was £14.50 and a bottle of beer was £7 I decided against getting a drink. The owner then ordered me to leave while my friends had paid for drinks. We didn’t even have a table… never again!!

The espresso martini tasted like water and the beer was “help yourself” from the fridge - which is cool - but I do not expect £8 for a bottle of beer. Ridiculous

The place is really cool but I think that is all there is to it. The drink were insanely expensive. We spent £30 for 2 normal drinks. While we were there we heard a few people complaining about the same. So cool place but super expensive.

Really lovely decor inside. Rather unique. It's bigger than it looks from the outside. Maybe a bit on the more expensive side even for London? But probably worth paying for to experience the decor? I had a cappuccino and a baklava £8 for both. And beer is a can from the fridge, costs £7.50 So won't be my regular place, maybe once a year visit I can just about afford it :-)

I am sorry but this is one of the worst bars I have ever visited. There is a very strange/uncomfortable atmosphere to this place that had my group of friends on edge. Drinks are so unbelievably overpriced, the most expensive drinks you may possibly find throughout London. Would not recommend at all unfortunately!!

Hospitality, good vibrations, Mediterranean roots and friendly staff and service. Exceptional artisan roasted coffee and amazing cocktails. Top and 100% recommended!!

Been here a few times in the past and the atmosphere is nice but it's so ridiculously expensive that you will leave with a feeling of having been ripped off. Not great.

Most old school american bar . Rico also giving character of this place. You can’t find this place anywhere . Be honest come to try roasting coffee beans and cocktails

Great please Great coffe! Super cool inside design

An amazing tucked away coffee shop/cocktail bar. Prices aren't cheap but the drinks are great, the staff is wonderful and the setting is out of this world. Great music to boot.

Great vibes. £7 for a bottle of beer is very steep though.

What a gorgeous coffee shop in deepest Shoreditch. Huge bonus points for being a night time caffeine spot in a city over crowded with pubs, clubs and bars, and serving nicely brewed quality beans. Friendly, family owned and run, and with a nice Spanish and American fusion vibe going on.

Property mixed, good tasting drinks. Friendly personnel and amazing interiors.

Used to be good but now a total rip off. Cocktails £15, small bottle of beer/small glass of wine £7. Avoid

A fantastic experience. The bridge is that odd mix of everything that shouldn't belong together, but does. The owner is fantastic and has been in the area for decades. This is truly a place to come and sit down with friends. The coffees and teas are top, plus the option for something to make the evening go quicker.

Very cool environment. Perfect place where to go if someone of the group doesn't drink alcohol and loves coffee lol

If you fancy sipping a latte in a red light district, haunted museum of coffee… then this place is for you. Definitely come here if you are waiting on your tattoo artist next door at Shall Adore. This place just drips in character and charm.

Great quirky little coffee shop. Fabulous seating areas upstairs.

Last night I visited this place after a long time. I wanted to show a friend as its an interesting cafe with its many antiques and objects setting the scene. I was shocked however at the price of the drinks I ordered which was a negroni cocktail and a lemonade for my friend. It had cost £19 for one cocktail and a soft drink! I like the place and the hospitality of the staff but I don't think I'll be ordering anymore cocktails from there! I didn't say anything at the time as I didn't want to complain in the company of my friend. Sorry guys, I am so disappointed.

2 espresso for £4.9 each (!!) for a coffee with a "delicious" burned taste ...

Insanely expensive with no reason. That’s a shame as the place is nice and quite unique in east london.

Fantastic as always! Great espresso martini.

Pretty overpriced, charges 14.50 per cocktail and they weren’t that good unfortunately

Massive inside Staff are good buzz Like walking into a museum Was in last week and they had taxi driver playing on tv.. what more do you want 🤌🏽 Smashing spot. Only reason it’s not 5⭐️ is the price of their famous espresso martini. 19 nicker a go.. Jesus wept Stick with a glass of vino and enjoy de Niro

Looks small from outside but I invite you to jump down the rabbit hole and see how great this place is. You can organise an event here. The car would be moved to increase the outside space. You have two sections available to sit and upper level coming soon.

Paid £14.50 for a cocktail and £7.50 for a small glass of wine (casillero del Diablo so usually £7.00 for a bottle in the shop) and was told to leave because a member of our group doesn't drink.

El mejor café que he tomado en mi vida: autentico, suave, de tres tipos, en una vajilla preciosa, una cafetera super original y con una decoración total. La atención muy profesional, familiar y cercana. Un lugar acogedor que merece la pena conocer. Altamente recomendable.

Great place, love the decor, the staff are great. It’s unique.

I personally like this place, I wrongly would describe it "dandy" as in extravagant. Vibe is relaxed.

Entramos pensando que era una cafetería, pero de repente el espacio se hace muy grande y te encuentras con dos salas súper originales con muchísima decoración vintage.

Must visit when in London ! Not many places like this are left on our planet.. Insta pictures guaranteed ;)

One of London's hidden treasures! Amazingly beautiful place!

Definitely an original place with very friendly service and good music, however the drinks (we had cocktails) are very expensive at about £15 a drink!!! Good baklava too and they make off menu cocktails on request e.g. we asked them for Moscow mules and they made them for us

If you want to waste your money on totally made coffee with people you don’t even understand what a flat white is then go if you want to save your money and actually drink great coffee go elsewhere even a chain will do a local independent coffee shop this place is terrible and so rude. I literally wanted to cry when I walked out with my takeaway flat white which I had from the bin pay nearly £4 for

This is a very characterful and cosy cafe/bar. But the cocktails were absurdly overpriced (£30 for two espresso martinis!) when I last visited a few months ago. For that reason, unfortunately I will not return (despite it being the closest cafe/bar to my home).

Unique little bar. Wicked decor.

Great coffee and a fantastic owner who sat down and had a wonderful conversation with me. Is definitely my favourite local café

A really relaxing place, makes you feel in the past with 70, very nice 10 points

Such a hidden gem!! Totally recommend

Great atmosphere and coffee! Friendly owner who has been passed down the coffee magic for generations

£14.50 for an espresso martini in a tourist trap??? Okay, I guess that makes sense, and I’ve been had. Fair play. But I’d be a big fan if it kept the funky atmosphere but lost the overpriced drinks. Alas. Look for your dive bar elsewhere. Bye 4ever, “The Bridge”

Drinks are so expensive. Expresso martini is so sweet. Decor is cool at first glance then chaotic and touristy (Americana but like 99% cheap coke a cola garb) wouldn’t come again!

What a treasure trove we found, the most amazing collection of eclectic memorabilia & coffee makers. Owner gives it his heart & soul

The Bridge? More like 'the Fridge' (as you grab your bottles from the fridge yourself) Love the spot. Nice Persian rugs. A bit on the pricey side but we won't kick up too much of a fuss

Walked by this place a few times and was intrigued by the decor and style so I finally decided to give it a go. Cocktails were very expensive, which would be fine if they were fantastic... But they weren't. Next bar was half as much and twice as good. Excellent coffee selection though. I'd stick to that.

Amazing coffees, drinks and baklava, gorgeous interior and outside seating and really friendly and helpful staff. The owner had exceptional knowledge of teas and coffees. Must visit for coffee lovers since they have authentic coffees from different parts of the world (including roasted and semi roasted coffee beans from across the world, Turkish, Greek and Cypriot freshly grounded coffee).

Rip off joint. £7 for a 330ml bottle of beer. Avoid

Unique place, it wasn't in my plans to visit it, but it had attracted my attention, the owner was also a very nice guy.

I just turned up at 21:20 and it’s closed - do the hours require updating? Confused

Overpriced terrible coffee.. I felt insulted and threw away my so called “Flat white”.. I’m still in shock.. All the 5* are fake probably created by the owner’s friends etc ! Avoid at all costs

One of best Coffeeeee shops ! It's actually not a coffee shop is the soul of Coffee. U have to taste it. Thanks for Hospitality 💯stars.

Nice to escape some of the madness of Shoreditch down a (slightly) quiet side street.

Cool decor, but the prices are absolutely insane. £14 for an espresso martini and £6.50 for a bottle of efes. Please.

£6.50 for a bottle of beer you grab yourself and £14 for an espresso martini. L O L, please. Not worth it at all.

We stopped by this place late and it was a great surprise. The decor, the staff, the drinks, the atmosphere is just amazing. Drinks might be expensive but the expresso martini and old fashioned are both better cocktails then you would get at a cocktail bar.

It is a very cozy and sweet place🥰

Overpriced - we were given one small bottle of beer for 6 pounds that was completely frozen. Tourist trap !

5 POUNDS a Coffee. I did not know, asked for refund before having it, but no way. They say me that they cannot give money back cause I payed with card? 9 POUNDS IN 2! I did not like the taste of the coffee. Only outside opened due to restrictions covid.

lovely place but overpriced bitter coffee

One of my favourite coffee spots in the world. Go buy some freshly ground coffee, have an espresso and drool over the Electra coffee machines.

Such a warm, quirky, welcoming coffee place! It might be small but the vast variety of coffee beans won't disappoint you!

Aladdin's cave of coffee and interior. Can't wait to seat in post lockdown

Looks great inside, lots of interesting coffee paraphernalia and a wide selection of beans. The owner was very friendly. Didn't like my coffee that much though!

The bridge coffee house is one of the best fresh roasted coffee in London amazing staff and the art work interior designing which I was amazed with it’s a chilled place to be upstairs it’s a different world of environment just can’t put in words amazing mr ricco

I love this place. Yes, it's expensive but it's a great place for Turkish coffee and baklava.

The best coffee in London, great decoration and so much charisma! Amazing live music! ❤️❤️❤️

Best place for a coffee hands down 🤩😍😍

I could have put up with paying £7.50 a small glass of bad wine because the decor in this place is very nice. What I couldn't put up with is the obnoxiously rude owner behind the bar. Some people really shouldn't work in the service industry.