Red Lion Coffee

Strictly a weekday operation, this Tower Hill/Aldgate coffee shop opens its doors at 7am Monday to Thursday and calls it a day by 3pm on Fridays — so weekend visits are off the cards. Its 4.6 rating from 121 reviews speaks for itself, and there's flexibility in how you enjoy it: takeaway, dine-in, or a seat outside on brighter days. Both the entrance and the toilet are wheelchair-accessible, making it an easy stop for everyone.