David Abrahamovitch and Kaz James, foounders of Shoreditch Grind, the independent espresso bar on London’s Old Street roundabout, are believed to be close to securing to further sites for the fledgling format.

It is thought that the group is close to securing two further sites for a Hoxton Grind and Soho Grind.

The original Shoreditch Grind opened in June 2011.

James, who is also a songwriter and producer, has a recording studio upstairs, with recent visiting artists including former Jeff Beck Group, Faces and Stones’ guitarist Ronnie Wood.