Joy of Flora Cafe (JOF Cafe)

West Croydon’s Joy of Flora Cafe—JOF to the initiated—is dealing in pure plant-based wizardry. Omnivores and devoted vegans alike make the pilgrimage for this 100% cruelty-free menu. Massive, flawlessly extracted coffees. Flaky, stupidly good strawberry crumble croissants. Those dialed into the local cafe circuit point straight to the deep-fried chick'n burgers and perfectly spiced scrambled tofu. Grab a perfectly poured *flat white*, browse the indie clay art and tote bags inside, then hit the lush, dog-friendly back garden for peak *al fresco* lounging. Unpretentious vibe, killer food, ridiculously warm service. Order a watermelon refresher—thank me later.