Story Coffee - Brunch and Cafe — Restaurant in London

Worst managed coffee shop I've ever been to. Dogs not allowed in, laptops not allowed, breakfast area not open during the week, it's akin to a good communist regime. Overpriced coffee which isn't particularly good. Staff is mostly nice (tall cuban girl is always very nice)

Edit following the owners response:

Half witty, emotionally driven response, rather than a factual recollection of events. There was no 'staff abuse', amazing how you try to virtue signal and try to 'shame' someone for events that simply haven't happened. Check your cameras if you must. Next time when an 'incident' happens, rather standing in a circle whilst pointing at me, asking yourselves "was it him that wrote the review!?!?" whilst audibily debating almogst yourself on how to respond (great team effort btw)...why not face the issue as any business owner should and ask about what happened given you 'identified me' and ask me where the problem lays and attempt to resolve? Your behaviour is very telling.

You mention incident, the 'incident' is a barrage of idiotic rules which not only stop you from making revenue but more importantly, stop people who come in from sitting down and having food or coffee inside and discriminate against dog owners. Talk about virtue signaling....

Black sheep is where I always go, unfortunately my partner prefers Story so I suffer in silence...

To help you understand the 'communism' anology, communism where ever it was, was full of ridiculous sets of rules, similar to your mighty fine establishment and its rules...no dogs inside...get your own cutlery even thought there are 5 people working, don't bring a laptop, go sit outside in the rain and wait for a seat even thought there was an array of tables empty (although a few insiders were sitting there and eating as we got it)...shall we wash our plates after us too?

Oh and you forgot to note that there was hair...

DO NOT GO IF YOU HAVE A CHILD AND STROLLER!

TOLD WHERE TO SIT IN ALMSOT EMPTY CAFE.

TOLD TO SIT IN THE CORNER SQUEEZED NEXT TO A PLANT, 2 OTHER WOMEN AND ANOTHER MOTHER AND BABY.

RUDE/INCOMPETENT STAFF NO COMMON SENCE OR DECENCY.

I attempted to buy a coffee and sit in at your Wandsworth branch. This was at approximately 11.20am on Tuesday 19th September.

The shop was very calm and sat down was a gentleman, two women and a mother and her child.

As I ordered my coffee I was asked "take away or sit in". I replied sit in. I was then told that due to my stroller (which happens to be one of the smallest on the market a YoYo) that I had to sit in the corner, where there was no space, as the table was already occupied by the two women and the mother and child were squeezed in behind on the stools up against the wall. There was clearly no room for me there, let alone me and my stroller.

Instead, I went to sit at the available table which had 6 free chairs. The same employee came up to me to stop me and told me I had to sit in the corner. I told him there was not enough room there, pointed it out and said I'll sit here and put my stroller to the side. He went to check with his colleague who simply said no.

I have dinner and brought coffe several times before from this branch, when I did not have my 5 month old son and was never told where to sit.

I found the staff extremely rude and discriminatory. I left immediately.

I feel this behaviour is unacceptable and the staff need to be spoken to so that no other mother or anyone else for that matter is told where to sit.

I would really appreciate a response to my complaint as I am very disappointed and dissatisfied with a cafe I used to recommend. I have already emailed but no response and messaged...

Recently had the pleasure of visiting Story Coffee in Wandsworth, and my experience was nothing short of fantastic. As a coffee aficionado, I must start by praising their espresso. Rating it at 4.5/5, it was a true masterpiece. The richness and smoothness of the espresso were unparalleled, devoid of any hint of bitterness or sourness. The baristas here clearly understand the art of coffee, and it showed in every sip. What impressed me even more was the impeccable temperature at which the espresso was served – perfect for immediate enjoyment.

Moving on to the culinary delights, their scrambled eggs were a revelation. Cooked to perfection, they struck the ideal balance between being slightly runny and boasting an incredible, vibrant color. The addition of crème fraiche and chives elevated the dish to new heights, creating a harmonious blend of flavors that danced on my taste buds.

But it wasn't just the eggs that left a lasting impression. The sourdough toast, a true testament to their dedication to quality, was a revelation. Slicing through the toast revealed a delightful softness on the inside, while the crust provided a satisfying crunch that paired beautifully with the other components of the meal. As someone who often struggles to find good sourdough toast, this was a delightful surprise that left me craving more.

Story Coffee has certainly mastered the art of crafting an exceptional culinary experience. From their masterful espresso to the divine scrambled eggs and heavenly sourdough toast, each element of my meal was a celebration of taste and quality. If you're a coffee enthusiast or simply someone who appreciates impeccable flavors, a visit to Story Coffee is an absolute must. My taste buds are already eagerly anticipating...