Root25

116B Bow Rd, Bow. Open 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, seven days a week., Coffee, breakfast and pastries

COFFEE THAT GIVES SOMETHING BACK

A tall glass of iced coffee

A not-for-profit coffee shop and community space on Bow Rd in East London. Rated 4.8 from 454 reviews.

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About Root25

Root25 is a not-for-profit coffee shop on Bow Rd: coffee, matcha, breakfast and pastries, a quiet room to work in, and profits that go to charity.

Our way

How the shop works

Everything at Root25 is made to be sat with. Order at the counter, take a seat, stay as long as you like.

  1. 01

    Profits go to charity

    Root25 is a not-for-profit. Guests tell us the best part of buying a coffee here is where the money ends up.

  2. 02

    A room to think in

    People come to study, work and read. Reviewers describe the atmosphere as cosy, calm and quiet.

  3. 03

    More than a cafe

    A community space with rainbow bookshelves, a prayer corner downstairs and room to book for a private event. Games nights happen here too.

COME FOR THE Not-for-profit COFFEE, STAY FOR Community space THE ROOM OPEN EVERY DAY Laptop friendly NINE TILL FOUR Prayer corner

116B Bow Rd, a short walk from Bow Road station.

Your words

What people say about us

Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 454 Google reviews.

Such a beautiful community hub which offers so much. I ordered a matcha which was great - and the iced coffee was fab too! The atmosphere and decor of this place is 10/10
, Sophie J., Google review
Such a beautiful homely place to enjoy some breakfast, coffees and pastries. We spent so many times here studying for our exams the atmosphere was brilliant. There's a clean toilet downstairs and even a corner to pray. The staff are all lovely and best of all the profits go to charity!
, Sharmin R., Google review
I really enjoy coming here, it's a great cafe! Coffee is so tasty and high quality, the staff are super friendly and the atmosphere is cosy and calm. And not to forget it is a non-profit!
, Sadia R., Google review
It's a cozy spot where buying anything actually goes to charity instead of just lining someone's pockets, so get yourself a drink, snack and maybe one of their products on the wall. Good lighting and low-key atmosphere.
, Dr. Ryoki T., Google review
went to get a quick pick me up since it was hot and really enjoyed the iced tea. the coconut matcha cookie is also really nice, i'll definitely come back!
, fahmeda, Google review
Great food and a pleasant atmosphere for a good charity not-for-profit cause. I highly recommend coming here. I really like the menu.
, Jay, Google review
The rainbow-arranged bookshelf wall inside Root25, with customers seated among the shelves

Bow Rd

The room on Bow Rd

The shop is small and it fills up, so you may wait for a table at the busy hours. The decor gets mentioned in almost every review: warm lighting, homely corners, bookshelves ordered like a rainbow. Downstairs there is a clean toilet and a corner to pray.

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Good questions

Frequently asked
questions

What time are you open?+

9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, every day of the week including Saturday and Sunday.

Where are you?+

116B Bow Rd, Bow, London E3 3AA.

Is it true the profits go to charity?+

Yes. Root25 is a not-for-profit, and our guests say it is the reason they keep coming back.

Can I book the space for an event?+

We have hosted private events here. Call 07521 920153 and we will tell you what is possible.

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AT ROOT25

116B Bow Rd, Bow, London E3 3AA. Open 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, every day.

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