Brooks & Gao

Great coffee has come to Streatham!
Having lived in Streatham Hill for three years, I was delighted to stroll past the interesting looking Brooks&Gao. With its industrial look and simple menu, the small eatery looks like it would be more at home in a Hoxton street than Streatham High Road!
I was delighted to first sample their coffee — a robust and strong tasting latte with some impressive coffee art to boot. I have been back on numerous occasions, taking various people along with me to sample «the best sandwiches in Streatham.» One particular favourite of mine is the rare roast beef focaccia with a horseradish Mayo.
The breakfasts are slightly on the expensive side and I’ve had a few raised eyebrows from companions at the cost of the eggs and asparagus dish — around £8.
There is an amazing selection of sweet treats and it’s different every time you go in. A particular favourite was the cinnamon swirl pastry which was probably the BEST cinnamon swirl I’ve ever eaten. Hat’s off to that.
Both Brooks and Gao and their small team of friendly faces are very efficient and helpful. It’s always a pleasure to visit!

Brooks & Gao opened in early 2014. They serve excellent, strong coffee (hot or iced), gourmet sandwiches and an inspired selection of cakes. The pecan tart is just the right size, and today’s tomato, ricotta and basalmic salad was perfect for a warm July day. The décor is funky and industrial, the welcome full of smiles, and the collection of global teaspoons is an original touch.