Grind
St Luke's, London
Restaurant in London, United Kingdom
Book with PearlThe Read
Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
A practical Shoreditch pick for coffee, casual meals, early drinks, and low-pressure meetups. Grind is worth choosing when flexibility and atmosphere matter more than a formal private-dining setup, named chef credentials, or a quiet special-occasion room.
About Grind
Grind is a London venue with casual dress and broad opening hours across the week. It starts at 7:30 AM Monday to Friday, 9 AM on Saturday and Sunday, and runs later on Tuesday through Saturday. That makes it a practical option to consider when timing and a relaxed setting matter more than formal dining cues.
For other London options to compare, consider Daffodil Mulligan, Jaks, Lantana Shoreditch, Ozone Coffee - Shoreditch, or Pinchitos.
Book it for flexible London plans, not specifics
The clearest practical appeal is the timetable. Grind opens at 7:30 AM from Monday to Friday, closes at 5 PM on Monday and Sunday, stays open until 9 PM on Tuesday and Wednesday, and runs until 10 PM on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Saturday hours are 9 AM–10 PM, while Sunday hours are 9 AM–5 PM.
Grind is in London and has a casual dress code. If the occasion depends on a particular cuisine, chef, tasting menu, private room, price point, or drinks programme, those details should be checked directly before planning around them. You can also browse our full London restaurants guide, London hotels, and London bars for broader planning.
Who should choose it for a casual London plan
Choose Grind when a casual London venue with early weekday opening and later hours on several evenings fits the plan. It is less suitable if the decision depends on a menu style, formal service, private dining, awards, or a specific price range.
For comparable planning, look at Daffodil Mulligan, Jaks, Lantana Shoreditch, Ozone Coffee - Shoreditch, and Pinchitos, or keep the search broader across other London dining options.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 7:30 AM–5 PM · Tuesday: 7:30 AM–9 PM
- Location
- 213 Old St, London EC1V 9NR, United Kingdom
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- grind.co.uk/pages/shoreditch-grind
- Phone
- +44 20 7490 7490
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Grind at 213 Old Street reads as a neighbourhood anchor that moves with Shoreditch’s daily rhythm. It trades on reliability rather than novelty, offering a steady stream from morning coffee to evening cocktails. The operation occupies a middle-market slot, more considered than a grab-and-go café, but deliberately casual compared with tasting-menu destinations, which suits the local mix of studio workers, media professionals and residents. The space feels purposely functional: designed to accommodate early solo work sessions, midday drop-ins and a convivial after-work crowd, all delivered with consistent standards rather than theatrical flourishes.
Best For
This is a go-to for all-day practical outings: morning caffeine runs, relaxed solo work sessions and early-evening drinks with colleagues. It caters to the local workforce, founders, developers and creative professionals, who use it as an everyday base rather than a one-off destination. Weekend brunches fit the model as well, but its strength is steady availability across multiple service windows. For groups it works best for casual meet-ups rather than formal dinners, and its position on Old Street makes it an easy stop for people moving between Shoreditch, Clerkenwell and the City.
Ordering Tips
Lean on the venue’s reliable classics across the day: a flat white or breakfast burrito for the morning shift, and a signature espresso martini or negroni as the bar comes alive. The model rewards repeat visits for consistency, so expect standardised pours and familiar preparation rather than experimental tasting-course service. Because the site is built around steady foot traffic, drop-in visits are common; aim for earlier mornings if you want a quieter table, and accept a busier, energetic scene around early evening when locals pivot to drinks.
Venue details
Ambiance
Industrial chic with concrete walls, exposed pipes, red neon lights, open kitchen, and buzzing lively atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Small plates
- Drinks Focus
- Coffee, Cocktails
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten-free options
- Private Dining
- Available
Signature Dishes
- espresso martini
- flat iron steak
- breakfast burrito
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 213 Old St, London EC1V 9NR, United Kingdom
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 7:30 AM–5 PM
- Tuesday
- 7:30 AM–9 PM
- Wednesday
- 7:30 AM–9 PM
- Thursday
- 7:30 AM–10 PM
- Friday
- 7:30 AM–10 PM
- Saturday
- 9 AM–10 PM
- Sunday
- 9 AM–5 PM
Location
213 Old St, London EC1V 9NR, United Kingdom · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Lantana Shoreditch, Notable alternative
- Ozone Coffee - Shoreditch, Notable alternative
- Pinchitos, Notable alternative
- Daffodil Mulligan, Notable alternative
- Jaks, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How Grind compares in Shoreditch
For an easy Old Street plan, Lantana Shoreditch and Ozone Coffee - Shoreditch are the closest cross-shops. Choose Grind when the day may move from coffee into drinks and the room energy is part of the point. Choose Ozone Coffee - Shoreditch when the coffee-led brief matters more, and Lantana Shoreditch when brunch is the cleaner fit.
Pinchitos and Jaks make more sense when the group wants a clearer evening meal rather than an all-day café-bar format. Grind is easier to slot into a loose Shoreditch schedule, but it is not the strongest choice for a composed dinner with the whole night built around the table.
For a sharper occasion or client-facing meal, Daffodil Mulligan is the more serious comparison. Grind wins on flexibility and casual atmosphere; Daffodil Mulligan is the better direction when the brief is dinner-first, higher energy, and more deliberate hosting.
Around this place
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Compare Grind
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Grind | London | No published awards |
| Lantana Shoreditch | London | No published awards |
| Ozone Coffee - Shoreditch | London | No published awards |
| Pinchitos | London | No published awards |
| Daffodil Mulligan | London | The Good Food Guide 2025 |
| Jaks | London | No published awards |
How Grind London compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Grind good for a special occasion?
Grind is a casual London venue, so it is safest to treat it as a relaxed option rather than a formal special-occasion choice. Daffodil Mulligan is another London option to compare.
What should a first-timer know about Grind?
The basics are simple: Grind is in London, the dress code is casual, and the hours vary by day. It opens at 7:30 AM Monday to Friday, 9 AM on weekends, and stays open later from Tuesday through Saturday.
How far ahead should I book Grind?
Booking requirements are not clear. If timing is important, especially on evenings when Grind is open until 9 PM or 10 PM, check directly before making plans. Lantana Shoreditch is another option to compare.
What are alternatives to Grind in London?
Other London options to compare include Daffodil Mulligan, Jaks, Lantana Shoreditch, Ozone Coffee - Shoreditch, and Pinchitos. Grind's profile is as a casual London venue with broad weekly hours.
