Little Louie

little louie takes its tea as seriously as its coffee, which is rarer than it should be. you'll find it on ash avenue in se17, a corner of south london that doesn't rely on foot traffic from tourists, which means the people who end up here usually meant to come. the vegan small plates give you a reason to stay past one cup. good for solo visits too, the kind of place where sitting alone with something to drink doesn't feel like you're waiting for someone. no pressure, no performance. specialty coffee is the anchor, but the tea list is worth your attention on its own terms. on a slow afternoon, that's the move.