The Common E2

"The Common is an independent coffee shop sharing its space with an architecture studio. The concept aimes to blur the boundaries between private office and public cafe, which makes it a very unique place. The heart of the café is a long communal table where visitors can sit and chat with each other over a great latte and a pain au chocolat. Toasted sandwiches, quiches with salad, soups, avocado on toasts and a selection of cakes and pastries form a varied menu for breakfast and lunch. Hidden gem situated in a quiet street, the Common is a peaceful alternative to the otherwise busy East London. PS: the loo is cute - a little shed in the backyard." - Mélanie Hubert-Crozet

"A corner of the world" is a convivial and lively Portuguese café that opened in April 2015. Coffee Portuguese-style, pastéis de nata, pastéis de bacalhau and a range of tasty toasties, it's perfect for a casual lunch. There is also a deli shop of products from Portugal, Spain and some other places of the globe. It always feels sunny there, with some fado in the background." - Mélanie Hubert-Crozet

"The Common E2, Bethnal Green. The Common is an independent coffee shop sharing its space with an architecture studio. The concept aimes to blur the boundaries between private office and public cafe, which makes it a very unique place. The heart of the café is a long communal table where visitors can sit and chat with each other over a great latte and a pain au chocolat. Toasted sandwiches, quiches with salad, soups, avocado on toasts and a selection of cakes and pastries form a varied menu for breakfast and lunch. Hidden gem situated in a quiet street, the Common is a peaceful alternative to the otherwise busy East London.PS: the loo is cute - a little shed in the backyard."