Coffee, pastries and toasties on Francis Road in Leyton. Find us at 179 Francis Rd, London E10 6NQ.

Tamping Grounds

The black shopfront of Tamping Grounds on Francis Road, with benches outside and a window counter inside
Open every day, 7:30am to 4:30pm

A room on Francis Road

Round sourdough loaves on the wooden bakery shelf inside the shop

It is a small, easy place to sit with a coffee. Regulars come in most mornings, and the staff will happily tell you what they would order. Stay for a while or take it with you.

Pale wooden book and zine ledges mounted on a black wall

Same hours, seven days a week

We open at 7:30am every day, including Saturday and Sunday. The last hours of the day run to 4:30pm. Come early for a quiet coffee or later for something to eat.

Rated 4.8 by our customers

From 82 Google reviews.

David C.★★★★★

“Such great coffee (my favourite in London) and the nicest staff.”

Anna L.★★★★★

“It feels like there’s much more to discover there, and it’s the kind of place you want to come back to.”

Pete C.★★★★★

“Amazing employees. Friendly owners, good coffee and pastries.”

Chef Usman★★★★★

“Overall a nice location. A small but nice selection of pastries and a variety of toasties.”

Kristina H.★★★★★

“Adored the set up, the staff were lovely and the interiors are perfect.”

Billy F.★★★★★

“I absolutely love it here.”