John Mills Himself
A characterful hidden-gem coffee-and-cocktail spot in a 1917 building — 4.8 stars from 1,000-plus reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
John Mills Himself is one of the city's most characterful little spots, with a 4.8-star average from more than 1,000 reviews.
Tucked into a 1917 building with exposed-brick walls, it serves coffee and sweets by day and specialty cocktails later on — a genuinely atmospheric, hidden-gem feel that's earned a devoted following. The strong feedback reflects how much character it packs in.
In the heart of the city, it's an easy stop whether you're after a quality coffee or a considered drink. It suits a quick caffeine hit, a catch-up or an evening cocktail — and it's the sort of place worth seeking out.
Practical details
Opening hours
Open now- Monday
- 06:30 – 14:30
- TuesdayToday
- 06:30 – 14:30
- Wednesday
- 06:30 – 14:30
- Thursday
- 06:30 – 14:30
- Friday
- 06:30 – 14:30
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 91
- Popularity
- 92
- Information quality
- 0
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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