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Bench London

Bench London Bench London is a restaurant and coffee shop situated in the heart of Clerkenwell. Guests can enjoy delectable menu selections, meet up with friends for conversation, or simply relax in the inviting atmosphere. Additionally, Bench offers a range of courses centered around topics such as costing and pricing jewellery/silversmithing pieces. Learn invaluable consumer insights from tutor Sally Leonard, who has over 16 years of industry experience. Join them online on Tuesday 28 June - find out more and book your place at buff.ly/3298Ykg.

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On Tuesdays, we eat tacos 🌮✨
02/06/2026

On Tuesdays, we eat tacos 🌮✨

27/05/2026

The coffee + pastry deal is an absolute treat for £6.50 and we have a terrace too 🌞☕️🥐

20/05/2026

Exploring Clerkenwell Design Week at the Goldsmiths’ Centre? Make your stop at Bench for quality coffee, fresh food, terrace drinks and a well-earned break between exhibitions ✨

14/05/2026

.. and just like that, all our problems got taco’d away 🌮✨

Try our delicious tacos every Tuesday, generously loaded with bold flavours and so much filling it practically overflows. Two for just £9.50 🤗🤗

11/05/2026

Brunch, but make it Bench!
*chef’s kiss* 🤌

08/05/2026

There’s nothing quite like a daytime break at Bench. Great coffee supporting social enterprise with every cup, a dog-friendly space, amazing staff, and fresh handmade food every day.

Pop by today and taste the difference ☕🐾

01/05/2026

Working from the café, one coffee turns into two, then a snack, then maybe lunch ☕️

Stay a little longer and fuel your day at Bench.

Taco Tuesdays at Bench 🌮Proper Mexican tacos, full of flavour and made fresh, 2 for £9.50. Why not make it a weekly thin...
28/04/2026

Taco Tuesdays at Bench 🌮
Proper Mexican tacos, full of flavour and made fresh, 2 for £9.50. Why not make it a weekly thing?

24/04/2026

Cafe moments, big and small, the milestones, the “why nots” and everything in between ☕️
Bench is here for all of it.

For the chats that turn into hours, the “one coffee” that becomes three, and the emails that can wait till tomorrow ☕️Be...
20/04/2026

For the chats that turn into hours, the “one coffee” that becomes three, and the emails that can wait till tomorrow ☕️

Bench moments > everything else

13/04/2026

Fresh, homemade lunches at Bench Cafe — made to keep you eating well and feeling good all day. Wholesome, nourishing, and packed with flavour, the way lunch should be 🤗🤗

Because it’s Friday and you deserve a treat ☺️☺️📍Bench Cafe, Farringdon
06/03/2026

Because it’s Friday and you deserve a treat ☺️☺️

📍Bench Cafe, Farringdon

March, new beginnings, terrace season loading… ☀️There’s no better way to start the day than a great coffee in the fresh...
02/03/2026

March, new beginnings, terrace season loading… ☀️
There’s no better way to start the day than a great coffee in the fresh air at Bench Cafe.
Slow mornings, good energy, and that first sip that resets everything 😌😌

Escape the rush of Farringdon station and take a moment for yourself at Bench Cafe - a serene little hideaway where great coffee and freshly made dishes from our kitchen await every day.

24/02/2026

At Bench Cafe our lunch menu changes every day, and last week Chinese-inspired flavours took centre stage in celebration of Lunar New Year, bringing a festive twist to our seasonal dishes.

Come down and see what’s on today!🧧✨

Say hello to our fresh new deal: Coffee + Pastry for £6.50 Mon-Fri at Bench Café, Farringdon. 🥐☕️✨
23/02/2026

Say hello to our fresh new deal: Coffee + Pastry for £6.50 Mon-Fri at Bench Café, Farringdon. 🥐☕️✨

19/02/2026

Brunch at Bench: where craft, comfort & culinary excellence meet 🍴✨

📍Bench Cafe Farringdon

27/01/2026

For healthy lunch goals, think Bench cafe! 🥦✨

26/01/2026

Fresh banana bread, perfectly crumbly. Flat white, just poured. Morning done right.

22/01/2026

Good fats, quality ingredients and a steady start to the day. No fuss, just a really good breakfast.

Warm, wholesome, and packed with vitamins and fibre 🌿 Our soups and lunch options are made fresh in our kitchen, crafted...
16/01/2026

Warm, wholesome, and packed with vitamins and fibre 🌿
Our soups and lunch options are made fresh in our kitchen, crafted with care, and designed to keep your body and mind nourished. Healthy, hearty, and crafted with care.

📍Bench Cafe, Clerkenwell

12/01/2026

Start the year strong with a lunch that loves you back. Every day, our hand-picked, wellbeing-focused menu serves up fresh salads, nourishing soups, hearty quiches, sausage rolls, and more – all crafted by our talented chefs in our kitchen. Come taste the difference!

📍Bench Café, Farringdon

15/12/2025

Sugar & spice and everything nice 🤍 Mince pies, Baileys hot chocolate, mulled wine - all your festive favourites, served warm at Bench Café.

📍Bench Café, Clerkenwell

Festive flavours are officially in at Bench Café: mince pies, Christmas cookies, cranberry & oat bakes, and Baileys hot ...
10/12/2025

Festive flavours are officially in at Bench Café: mince pies, Christmas cookies, cranberry & oat bakes, and Baileys hot chocolate or coffee. The perfect excuse to pop in this season ✨

📍Bench Cafe, Clerkenwell

08/12/2025

Christmas has arrived at Bench Café ✨ Warm lights, festive décor and that unmistakable holiday comfort. Whether you’re catching up with a friend or settling in for a quiet work moment, it’s the perfect place to feel calm, cosy and connected.

📍Bench Café, near Farringdon station

Address

42 Britton Street
London
EC 1M5

To get to Britton Street in London, you can take the Tube and get off at Farringdon Station (Circle, Hammersmith & City, and Metropolitan lines). From there, it's just a 5-minute walk northbound up Farringdon Road until you reach Britton Street.

Alternatively, you can take any bus that passes through Farringdon Road and alight at the closest stop which is "Farringdon Station" bus stop. From there you can walk northbound for 3 minutes to reach Britton Street.

If driving, the nearest car park is the NCP Car Park on Bowling Green Lane. From there, it’s only a short 7-minute walk to reach Britton Street. Please note that parking in this area may be limited, so it's best to check in advance for available spaces or consider using public transport instead.

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+44 20 7253 1243

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Bench London, located on Britton Street in the heart of Clerkenwell, is a fantastic coffee shop and restaurant that offers a cozy and relaxing atmosphere. Their ethos of "Coffee, Kitchen, Community" is evident in everything they do. They serve handcrafted coffee that is made just for you, and their menu includes daily hot specials like the delicious Portobello Mushroom Burger and seasonal specials like the Cinnamon Oat Flat White. If you're looking for something more substantial, try their Smoked Haddock and Spinach Quiche. And if you have a sweet tooth, don't miss out on their Matcha Latte or their Valentine's Day Specials! Bench London also offers courses on costing and pricing to help those struggling with these aspects of running a business. So whether you're looking for a quick coffee break or a leisurely meal with friends, Bench London is definitely worth checking out!

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