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02/06/2026
New event on our Eventbrite 👀 super excited to be hosting Alexandru Marin for an evening of delicious coffee and even better conversation. Come join us June 12th for a night of unforgettable coffee.
25/05/2026
Public Service Announcement
Closing both shops at 3 pm today instead of the usual 5 pm
If you need ice coffee to get you through the day in central London, please be here before 3 pm
Thanks heaps
14/05/2026
Come work at Lords Cricket Ground this summer.
In our 14th year of Kaffeine at the cricket, this summer Kaffeine is expanding operations at the most famous cricket ground in the world & one of the world’s greatest stadiums.
We have up to 24 days of work available for experienced, high volume baristas.
If this is of interest to you, DM me and I’ll get back to you with more details.
This is high volume, lots of fun, up to 10 hours per day, £15.00 per hour.
You will need to provide your most recent & up to date CV to apply.
13/05/2026
Come work at Lords Cricket Ground this summer.
Justin Langer approved….
In our 14th year of Kaffeine at the cricket, this summer Kaffeine is expanding operations at the most famous cricket ground in the world & one of the world’s greatest stadiums.
We have up to 24 days of work available for experienced, high volume baristas.
If this is of interest to you, DM me and I’ll get back to you with more details.
This is high volume, lots of fun, up to 10 hours per day, £15.00 per hour.
You will need to provide your most recent & up to date CV to apply.
10/05/2026
Join us for an amazing day with our friends from Routes, their coffee will be on the bar all day and in the evening the lovely lads will be brewing up a storm, tickets available on Eventbrite, oh and each ticket includes a bag of beans to take home!
09/05/2026
Come work at Lords Cricket Ground this summer.
In our 15th year of Kaffeine at the cricket, this summer Kaffeine is expanding operations at the most famous cricket ground in the world & one of the world’s greatest stadiums.
We have up to 24 days of work available for experienced, high volume baristas.
If this is of interest to you, DM me and I’ll get back to you with more details.
This is high volume, lots of fun, up to 10 hours per day, £15.00 per hour.
You will need to provide your most recent & up to date CV to apply.
*footage from last season, 6:30 am as the sun rises over the ground. Amazing
08/05/2026
This summer Kaffeine is expanding operations at the most famous cricket ground in the world & one of the world’s greatest stadiums.
Come work at Lords Cricket Ground this summer.
We have up to 24 days of work available for experienced, high volume baristas.
If this is of interest to you, DM me and I’ll get back to you with more details.
This is high volume, lots of fun, up to 10 hours per day, £15.00 per hour.
You will need to provide your most recent & up to date CV to apply.
07/05/2026
Here's a story.
Before I opened In August 2009, James Hoffmann said to me, 'just aim to be the best coffee shop in your area'. It was superb advice, because the majority of your customers will come from the local area.
But in February 2010, we were awarded 'Best Independent Coffee Shop Europe' at the European Coffee Symposium.
So then our goal shifted and became a SMART sentence for our mission statement & leads into our standards and core values.
'Kaffeine will always be recognised by the media, the public & the industry as one of the leading cafes in the UK.'
17 years later, this is still our goal, and as I say to anyone who applies for a job here, we do this for my Mum back home, my wife & 2 children, all our customers and most importantly for you, so that you can say you work at one of the best cafes in the UK.
We don't want to be 'THE best' but are happy to be regarded as one of.
If you want to vote for us, to help continue this legacy for the 100 best coffee shops in thr world, please check the link in bio.
07/05/2026
From January 2015, to March 2015, to November 2025.
Kaffeine Eastcastle street.
11 years of being here for you, 17 years of Kaffeine.
Your chance to vote for this store in the awards
Use the link in bio to cast your vote.
Respect and thank you.
06/05/2026
Kaffeine stickers have landed.
In one of those 'damn we should have done this 17 years ago' moments we now have these superb stickers available at both stores with our compliments.
They are available at the till, you don't have to buy anything or if yu wat it posted out to you, let me know by DM & I will do my best.
The OG, established 2009, often imitated, never beaten
06/05/2026
A reminder of where we are.
This table is from a Google search for VAT Rates in Europe.
The campaign to have VAT reduced to either be in Line wth Europe, or just at a flat rate 10% for hospitality is about to hit new levels.
The council elections this week will help define where we go in the next six months and possible outcomes.
This fight is not over yet.
A reminder that we ALL pay 20% tax to go out & enjoy ourselves while other countries pay significantly less.
Respect to & , John Richardson, and .together for all the work trying to raise awareness.
The more you follow, the more you will know. Make sure you know.
06/05/2026
Oh my days look at that…..
The 2026 Kaffeine canapé menu is live & ready for your next party/event/gathering.
Our chefs have put together this superb menu that we can serve to your venue or you can hire Kaffeine as a space and have your bespoke event after hours.
Check the full menu at our link in bio or DM us for more details.
06/05/2026
Voting is live. You too can vote for your favourite coffee shop in Europe.
If that happens to be us, we would appreciate it but there’s loads of superb shops on the list too.
Check the link in bio for your chance to vote but also a big shout out to Paula who is volunteering all her time to manage the UK Best Coffee Shops competition as well as holding down a full time job. Respect.
Voting open until May 18th
06/05/2026
Wishing one of our favourite staff members Nikki all the best as she travels back to NZ to apply for her spousal visa to be able to return back to the UK.
Nikki is also proudly wearing the workwear shirt that they provided to us recently, with the embroidered Kaffeine logo on front and back.
Look out for our new merchandise range launching soon, with new t-shirts, new design tote bags (still the same bag) & possibly, Pexwear Kaffeine workwear shirts.
Bye Nikki, wishing you safe travels, wear your shirt with pride back in NZ.
06/05/2026
Two bits of exciting news.
1. Kaffeine Eastcastle street has been nominated for the 100 Best Coffee Shops in Europe awards & public voting is open now, until May 18th. You can vote via our link in bio, or by the QR code attached.
2. Kaffeine the company was recognised as a contributor to the coffee industry & received the ‘legacy’ award. This is a huge honour & much appreciated.
Look out for more ‘Hi it’s Peter from Kaffeine’ videos over the next few weeks, as we go through what makes Kaffeine special, how we focus on the 1%’s (the fine details, how you can support independents & how you can vote in the awards
Thanks heaps everyone. Respect
28/04/2026
The Kaffeine sticker.
Represent the OG, support independent businesses & get your free sticker.
Available both stores from today, already being taken by happy people.
Limited run. Don’t miss out, no purchase required.
Shipping available for small charge, just DM me.
21/04/2026
Kaffeine Eastcastle made it to the list AND Kaffeine was recognised for it's outstanding contribution to the coffee community. Thank you so very much everyone, your support is hugely appreciated. Now it is onto the European awards and hopefully the worlds!!
Here is the press release from UK Best Coffee Shops.....
Massive congrats to all the coffee shops that made it into THE BEST COFFEE SHOPS UK 2026 List. These coffee shops are now running for a spot in THE EUROPE'S 100 BEST COFFEE SHOPS in World of Coffee Brussels 2026!☕
This list is NOT a ranking and given in an alphabetical order, all of them are in the same level to participate for a spot in The Europe's 100 Best Coffee Shops.
Our mission is to celebrate EXCELLENCE in the UK’s Speciality Coffee Scene by spotlighting outstanding coffee shops and sharing their dedication, quality and craft based on the evaluation criteria:
- Quality of Coffee
- Barista expertise
- Customer Service
- Consistency
- Innovation
- Quality of Food & Pastry
- Ambiance & Atmosphere
- Sustainable practices
Stay tuned to support the UK Coffee Shops for The Europe's 100 Best Coffee Shops!
21/04/2026
Inside the mind and life of a coffee shop owner
Saturday morning emergency call out - ‘Peter the sink in the kitchen is blocked!’
So along with my son Christian we came in and pulled up the manhole, got our trusty rods out from storage & within 5 minutes had the pipes unblocked.
Our usual plumbers are the legends ask for Chris, tell them Kaffeine recommended you.
But being able to do this yourself is massively satisfying though.
Inside the mind of a coffee shop owner - the glamour!!
10/04/2026
Vote for your favourite coffee shop!!! You have until April 10th.
No seriously vote for somebody. Vote for your favourite coffee shop in the UK whoever they are. If it’s us, that’s amazing & much appreciated. If not, that’s okay as long as you please vote for somebody.
This then leads onto the shortlist to the Worlds best coffee shops.
This is a fantastic opportunity to have your favourite coffee shop recognised. It’s also a magical way to support independent businesses.
Vote today, check the link in our bio or just go to the website.
Kaffeine, established 2009, one of the last remaining OG’s.
Peace
09/04/2026
Vote for Pedro!! You have until April 10th.
No seriously vote for somebody. Vote for your favourite coffee shop in the UK whoever they are. If it’s us, that’s amazing & much appreciated. If not, that’s okay as long as you please vote for somebody.
This then leads onto the shortlist to the Worlds best coffee shops.
This is a fantastic opportunity to have your favourite coffee shop recognised. It’s also a magical way to support independent businesses.
Vote today, check the link in our bio or just go to the website.
Kaffeine, established 2009, one of the last remaining OG’s.
Peace
02/04/2026
The government are saying they are reducing the cost of living by putting more money in our/your pockets through wage increases.
This is not true.
Simply because the things (coffee, pints, roast dinners etc) that we ALL pay for, help to pay those wages, so when wages increase the cost of things (pints, coffee, roast dinners etc) that we buy need to increase.
Or if the prices don’t increase, the business simply runs out of money & closes.
The supplier of those things (pints, coffee, roast dinners etc) simply has to be able to find a way to pay the increased wages BUT what is MASSIVELY important is that when a minimum wage earner gets an increase, then it’s only fair, reasonable & logical that everyone in higher positions ABOVE should get a pay rise too. So let’s say min wage increases by 6%, then everyone should get a 6% increase. Otherwise what happens (& is happening) is that lower paid workers end up getting paid very close to those in higher positions, maybe just 30 or 50 p more per hour.
I’m all for higher wages, I’m not for higher prices for things we just want to go out & enjoy. I want to go out & enjoy them too.
The ONLY solution therefore is to reduce the tax burden, reduce VAT to be in line with Europe. Allow for more cash to flow into the business & into the pockets of workers & the businesses to allow for investment, growth and reasonable directors dividends instead of into HMRC.
And for all those outside of London. Yes £14.80 is the recommended London minimum wage.
02/04/2026
The government are saying that they are reducing the cost of living by putting more money in our/your pockets through wage increases.
This is not true.
Simply because the things (coffee, pints, roast dinners etc) that we ALL pay for, help to pay those wages, so when wages increase the cost of things (pints, coffee, roast dinners) we buy need to increase.
Or if they don’t increase, the business simply runs out of money & closes.
The supplier of those things simply has to be able to find a way to pay the increased wages BUT what is MASSIVELY important is that when a minimum wage earner gets an increase, then it’s only fair, reasonable & logical that everyone in higher positions above should get a pay rise too. So let’s say min wage increases by 6%, then everyone should get a 6% increase. Otherwise what happens (& is happening) is that lower paid workers end up getting paid very close to those in higher positions, maybe just 30 or 50 p more per hour.
I’m all for higher wages, I’m not for higher prices for things we just want to go out & enjoy. I want to go out & enjoy them too.
The only solution therefore is to reduce the tax burden, reduce VAT to be in line with Europe. Allow for more cash to flow into the business & into the pockets of workers instead of into HMRC.
And for all those outside of London. Yes £14.80 is the recommended London minimum wage.
01/04/2026
The Kaffeine 2026 canapé menu
A very, very proud moment as we launch our 2026 canapé menu. Our chefs have created a superb menu that is fresh, delicious, affordable & available to have either in our store or at your venue.
Yes, you can hire Kaffeine for any evening event and have us cater for you with food, coffee & if needed, cocktails.
Be sure to email or DM us for more details & the menu & to discuss in person how we can help make your next event a huge success.
Address
15 Eastcastle Street
London
W1T 3AY
If you are planning to use public transport, take the tube to Oxford Circus station and exit via the East side. Walk east on Oxford Street for about 3-4 minutes until you reach Eastcastle Street on your left. Turn left and continue walking for another minute or two until you arrive at your destination.
Alternatively, if you prefer to drive, take the A40 towards Central London and exit at Paddington. Follow signs for Marylebone Road/A501 and turn right onto Wigmore Street. Continue straight until you reach Cavendish Square where you'll turn right onto Margaret Street. Take the second left onto Great Titchfield Street followed by a right onto Eastcastle Street where you'll find parking options available nearby.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
7:30am - 6pm |
| Tuesday |
7:30am - 6pm |
| Wednesday |
7:30am - 6pm |
| Thursday |
7:30am - 6pm |
| Friday |
7:30am - 6pm |
| Saturday |
8:30am - 6pm |
| Sunday |
9am - 5pm |
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What people say
Kaffeine, located on Eastcastle Street in London, is a coffee shop that has been open since March 2015. It is perfectly situated just one street back from Oxford Street, making it easily accessible for those looking for a great cup of coffee. The cafe boasts an impressive 3 group Cyncra machine that has been on the bar ever since they upgraded to it within two years of opening. This machine has produced countless cups of coffee and helped many baristas develop their craft.
Kaffeine's brunch menu is served until 2:45 pm each day and includes delicious options such as avocado on toast - a dish that has become a staple in many cafes but was originally made by the owner's mother over 40 years ago! The cafe prides itself on standing out from the crowd and being one of the leading cafes not only in London but also in the UK and Europe. Their mission statement is to always be regarded as one of the best cafes in the UK by the media.
Overall, Kaffeine is a must-visit coffee shop for anyone looking for exceptional coffee and delicious brunch options. With its prime location, impressive equipment, and dedication to excellence, it's no wonder why Kaffeine continues to stand out after 13 years in business.
