"We’re not going to claim we’ve run the numbers or anything, but Crouch End might just have the highest density of quality coffee shops in north London. Though it’s this little out-of-the-way spot at the bottom of Crouch Hill that keeps us coming back for more. Whether it’s to pick up a cup of their consistently excellent Allpress coffee and something from their great range of pastries and sandwiches on our way up to the Parkland Walk, or, when indoor service is permitted, to grab a freshly made shakshuka at one of the cosy tables in their brightly decorated glasshouse out back, this is the one. Or, if the queue’s looking too long, Coffee Circus is right next door, Velasquez & Van Wezel on Park Road take their coffee very seriously, and Kiss the Koala is a good coffee and brunch stop off near Alexandra Park." - oliver feldman