“The best coffee is the one shared with people you love.”
Nikos Papadopoulos
Head Barista
Espresso Calibration & Greek Coffee Traditions
Hellenic Barista Champion 2022WBC Semi-finalist 2023
Our Story
About Agora
Founded 2014
Born from a Passion for Extraordinary Coffee
Agora began with a simple belief: that a great cup of coffee is one of life's finest pleasures — and that everyone deserves access to it. Marco Ferretti opened our doors in 2014 with three vintage espresso machines, two staff, and an unwavering commitment to sourcing the world's finest beans.
Ten years later, Agora has grown into a community institution — a place where students sit next to chefs, where creatives work alongside commuters, and where every guest is welcomed like a regular from day one.
What We Stand For
Our Philosophy
Three principles guide every decision we make — from which farm to partner with to how we design our menu.
01
Uncompromising Quality
We taste every lot before purchasing. If it doesn't move us, it doesn't make the menu — simple as that.
02
Radical Transparency
We publish full traceability for every bean we sell — the farm, the farmer, the harvest date, and the price we paid.
03
Community First
Coffee is only as good as the community around it. We reinvest in the neighbourhoods and the farmers who make Agora possible.
Our Journey
A Decade of Coffee
Founded
Marco Ferretti opens the original Agora on Ashwood Lane with a simple vision: great coffee, no compromise.
Roastery Launched
We bring roasting in-house, purchasing a vintage Probat drum roaster and hiring Sofia Chen as Head Roaster.
Direct Trade
First direct-trade relationship established with Bekele Farm in Ethiopia — the beginning of a true origin programme.
National Recognition
Named Athens' Best Specialty Café by Time Out and won our first UK Barista Championship.
Community Hub
Launched the Agora Workshop Series — monthly public events on coffee science, sustainability, and culture.
Our Team
Meet the Baristas
Behind every extraordinary cup is a passionate craftsperson. Meet the people who make Agora what it is.
“Great filter coffee asks you to slow down. That is its gift.”
Elena Stavros
Filter Coffee Specialist
Pour-Over Brewing & Coffee Sourcing
Q Grader CertifiedCup of Excellence Juror 2024
“Every Greek ingredient has a story. I try to tell it through coffee.”
Kostas Alexandrou
Cold Brew Innovator
Cold Extraction & Mediterranean Infusions
Hellenic Cold Brew Champion 2023Food Innovation Award, Athens
“Philoxenia starts with the way you place the cup on the saucer.”
Maria Thodorou
Latte Art Specialist
Free-Pour Art & Barista Training
Hellenic Latte Art Champion 2022WLC Competitor 2024
The Agora Difference
Why Guests Choose Us
From the first sip to the last bite, we obsess over every detail so you can simply enjoy the moment.
Premium Origin Beans
Ethically sourced from award-winning farms across 12 countries, each lot selected by our Q-grader certified team.
Award-Winning Baristas
Our team holds national and international titles — bringing championship-level craft to every single cup we serve.
In-House Roasting
Small-batch roasted on our Probat roaster every morning. Your coffee is never more than 5 days post-roast.
Sustainable & Ethical
Zero-waste commitment, compostable packaging, direct-trade relationships, and carbon-neutral delivery.
Unique Atmosphere
Designed by award-winning architect Maya Lin Studio — a space that makes every visit a sensory experience.
Community & Events
Monthly cuppings, barista masterclasses, and community art shows. More than a café — a cultural hub.