Dark Arts Coffee

Dark Arts Coffee: East London’s Cult Roastery with a Twist

Dark Arts Coffee, founded in 2014 by muralist-turned-roaster Brad Morrison and friends, embodies the rebellious spirit of East London’s specialty coffee scene. The roastery’s unmistakable goth-metal-biker vibe, irreverent branding, and tongue-in-cheek attitude have fostered a loyal, almost cult-like following. Far more than just aesthetic, their reputation for quality was solidified with recognition as a Notable Roaster Honoree at the prestigious Sprudgie Awards—a testament to their impact on contemporary coffee culture. From its original Homerton railway arch to new outposts in Hackney, Shoreditch, and even a Soho flagship in collaboration with Aries Arise, Dark Arts has become synonymous with both high craft and countercultural cool.

The ever-rotating coffee portfolio spotlights adventurous single origins and witty, standout blends—think “Barbarians At The Gate” (Colombia, coconut, pineapple, brown sugar)—sourced with a focus on flavor and roasted to order for home and wholesale. Their baristas showcase these profiles through a variety of brewing methods, including espresso, filter, Aeropress, and French press. In-house, expect delicious pastries and inventive house specials (look for their fermented coffee hot sauce), all wrapped in branding as bold as the coffee itself. For a unique, flavor-driven experience with attitude and artistry, Dark Arts Coffee is a pilgrimage worth making.