Please note, Timberyard Old Street has now closed. Time Out Food editors, May 2018.
This place describes itself as a ‘versatile lifestyle space’, which goes some way to explain the eclectic furnishings and counters equipped with iPads. It would make a decent spot for a business meeting as much as a catch up with friends, but more importantly, they know how to brew a decent cup of Joe. Made with Has Bean’s Jabberwocky blend, their espresso (made with their La Marzocco) has none of the aggressive bite of Lewis Carroll’s beast. A flat white arrived with the desired velvety froth. Single origin filter brews like the characteristically sweet and mellow Costa Rican Finca de Licho are also available. If you’re brewing for two the coffee comes in a slow-filtering Chemex. Teas are accompanied by their own personal timer to ensure the perfect infusion. There’s always a good range of baked goods and sandwiches along the counter. Own-made pop-tarts are proving popular.