Guidebook for East London

Keli
Guidebook for East London

Food Scene

Enjoy some of our favorite restaurants and markets just 5-15min walk from our place.
probably one of or the best bakeries in London...
272 locals recommend
E5 Bakehouse
396 Mentmore Terrace
272 locals recommend
probably one of or the best bakeries in London...
Excellent wood-fired​ pizzas and other delicious Italian cuisine
205 locals recommend
LARDO
201 Richmond Rd
205 locals recommend
Excellent wood-fired​ pizzas and other delicious Italian cuisine
Broadway Market is a shopping street nestled in the heart of Hackney, East London. Established on an old drovers root into the city, Broadway Market has been home to market traders since the 1890s and provides a unique kaleidoscope of tastes and cultures. Visit the Saturday farmers' market and you will also find independent shops, pubs, restaurants ...
1735 locals recommend
Broadway Market
Broadway Market
1735 locals recommend
Broadway Market is a shopping street nestled in the heart of Hackney, East London. Established on an old drovers root into the city, Broadway Market has been home to market traders since the 1890s and provides a unique kaleidoscope of tastes and cultures. Visit the Saturday farmers' market and you will also find independent shops, pubs, restaurants ...
A brand new weekly farmers market complete with 50 stalls is opening in Victoria Park. Every Sunday you’ll be able to pick up seasonal produce including fruit and veg, fresh fish, locally baked bread, cheese, meat, olive oil, pickles, herbs, spices and more as well as street food from traders like Born and Raised Pizza and Kitchenette Karts and drinks from the East London Liquor Company, all to the soundtrack of live jazz. Grab a table in the park or roll-out your picnic blanket...
65 locals recommend
Victoria Park Market
Gore Road
65 locals recommend
A brand new weekly farmers market complete with 50 stalls is opening in Victoria Park. Every Sunday you’ll be able to pick up seasonal produce including fruit and veg, fresh fish, locally baked bread, cheese, meat, olive oil, pickles, herbs, spices and more as well as street food from traders like Born and Raised Pizza and Kitchenette Karts and drinks from the East London Liquor Company, all to the soundtrack of live jazz. Grab a table in the park or roll-out your picnic blanket...
http://eatworkart.com/hackney-downs-studios/ A weekly vegan market collaboration between Eat Work Art and Fat Gay Vegan at Hackney Downs Studios. Hackney Downs Vegan Market is the original and the best. It’s brought to you by vegans in order to help vegan businesses. This is your weekly community market and entry is free.
8 locals recommend
Hackney Downs Vegan Market
8 locals recommend
http://eatworkart.com/hackney-downs-studios/ A weekly vegan market collaboration between Eat Work Art and Fat Gay Vegan at Hackney Downs Studios. Hackney Downs Vegan Market is the original and the best. It’s brought to you by vegans in order to help vegan businesses. This is your weekly community market and entry is free.
Chef Gizzi Erskine and Mare Street Market founder Marc Francis-Baum have crammed so much under Mare Street Market's roof that it’s a surprise that rotisserie chickens, cheese wheels, and beer kegs don’t keep bursting out of the entrance and rolling down the street towards neighbouring London Fields. https://www.standard.co.uk/go/london/restaurants/mare-street-market-collects-the-best-e8-has-to-offer-under-one-roof-a3805301.html
86 locals recommend
Mare street market
117 Mare St
86 locals recommend
Chef Gizzi Erskine and Mare Street Market founder Marc Francis-Baum have crammed so much under Mare Street Market's roof that it’s a surprise that rotisserie chickens, cheese wheels, and beer kegs don’t keep bursting out of the entrance and rolling down the street towards neighbouring London Fields. https://www.standard.co.uk/go/london/restaurants/mare-street-market-collects-the-best-e8-has-to-offer-under-one-roof-a3805301.html
... The food set up of the restaurant lends itself to this. The chefs at P. Franco change every six months or so, as does the menu give or take every month. The food we’ve had here under a couple of different chefs has always been consistently good, and perfect accompaniments to the wine. Whether you’re eating some spiced short ribs, gochujang ragu or a plate of comté, the food is meant to compliment the wine and atmosphere and each vice versa... https://www.theinfatuation.com/london/reviews/p-franco
62 locals recommend
P Franco
107 Lower Clapton Rd
62 locals recommend
... The food set up of the restaurant lends itself to this. The chefs at P. Franco change every six months or so, as does the menu give or take every month. The food we’ve had here under a couple of different chefs has always been consistently good, and perfect accompaniments to the wine. Whether you’re eating some spiced short ribs, gochujang ragu or a plate of comté, the food is meant to compliment the wine and atmosphere and each vice versa... https://www.theinfatuation.com/london/reviews/p-franco
Gözleme: The Mouth-Watering Turkish Pizza-Crepe Like You Didn't Even Know... Enjoy the show while you are waiting for your order Choose between spinach and cheese, spicy sausage, etc
Saray Broadway Cafe
58 Broadway Market
Gözleme: The Mouth-Watering Turkish Pizza-Crepe Like You Didn't Even Know... Enjoy the show while you are waiting for your order Choose between spinach and cheese, spicy sausage, etc
That should remain our secret but Hai Ha is for me one of the most authentic Vietnamese restaurants in East London.
11 locals recommend
Hai Ha
206 Mare St
11 locals recommend
That should remain our secret but Hai Ha is for me one of the most authentic Vietnamese restaurants in East London.
Small bakery creating American-style cupcakes, brownies and pastries, using high-end ingredients. Created by Claire Ptak who served as a pastry chef at Chez Panisse (San Francisco), where she was mentored by Alice Waters for three years. She was also behind the wedding cake of Harry and Megan... Not our favorite pastry shop in East London but it's worth seating outside people watching while tasting her cupcakes... Becoming a real attraction for all Londoners even West Enders...
133 locals recommend
Violet
47 Wilton Way
133 locals recommend
Small bakery creating American-style cupcakes, brownies and pastries, using high-end ingredients. Created by Claire Ptak who served as a pastry chef at Chez Panisse (San Francisco), where she was mentored by Alice Waters for three years. She was also behind the wedding cake of Harry and Megan... Not our favorite pastry shop in East London but it's worth seating outside people watching while tasting her cupcakes... Becoming a real attraction for all Londoners even West Enders...
Are they the tastiest burgers and crispy crunchy fries in all the East of London? We think so... and with a very friendly staff too
22 locals recommend
Patty & Bun Hackney
205 Richmond Rd
22 locals recommend
Are they the tastiest burgers and crispy crunchy fries in all the East of London? We think so... and with a very friendly staff too
Very good Danish bakery in London Fields. Natural organic bread, rye & pastries. Yeast-free fermentation. From former Michelin star chef @christofferhruskova You can also eat there - a few tables inside and outdoor.
23 locals recommend
The Bread Station
373 Helmsley Pl
23 locals recommend
Very good Danish bakery in London Fields. Natural organic bread, rye & pastries. Yeast-free fermentation. From former Michelin star chef @christofferhruskova You can also eat there - a few tables inside and outdoor.

Shopping

Columbia Road flower market and shops are open on Sundays from 8:00 am until 3:00 pm'ish come rain, wind or shine and even on Easter Sunday. Columbia Road is in the East End sitting on the edge of the city with Shoreditch to the west and Brick Lane and Spitalfields nearby
1660 locals recommend
Columbia Road Flower Market
Columbia Road
1660 locals recommend
Columbia Road flower market and shops are open on Sundays from 8:00 am until 3:00 pm'ish come rain, wind or shine and even on Easter Sunday. Columbia Road is in the East End sitting on the edge of the city with Shoreditch to the west and Brick Lane and Spitalfields nearby
Great Designer Outlets: Aquascutum Anya Hindmarch Burberry Colombo Folli Follie Gieves & Hawkes Joseph MATCHESFASHION.COM Nicole Farhi Nike Pringle Of Scotland Present The Terrence Higgins Trust The Hackney Shop Zadig & Voltaire
32 locals recommend
Hackney Walk
103 Morning Ln
32 locals recommend
Great Designer Outlets: Aquascutum Anya Hindmarch Burberry Colombo Folli Follie Gieves & Hawkes Joseph MATCHESFASHION.COM Nicole Farhi Nike Pringle Of Scotland Present The Terrence Higgins Trust The Hackney Shop Zadig & Voltaire
Westfield Stratford City on the East of London, is the third-largest shopping centre in the United Kingdom by size (175,000 m²). Most popular brands, 3 food courts, and cinemas. Indoor and outdoor spaces. A short 20-30min bus ride from our place.
1214 locals recommend
Westfield Stratford City
157 Montfichet Rd
1214 locals recommend
Westfield Stratford City on the East of London, is the third-largest shopping centre in the United Kingdom by size (175,000 m²). Most popular brands, 3 food courts, and cinemas. Indoor and outdoor spaces. A short 20-30min bus ride from our place.
There are 2 malls there. Cabot Place and Canary Wharf Shopping Centre. From small boutiques to designer labels, spanning beauty, fashion, fitness, homeware and more, with more than 120 stores across five malls, whatever you're looking for you'll find it here at Canary Wharf. A short 30 min bus ride from our place.
141 locals recommend
Canary Wharf Shopping Centre
1 Canada Square
141 locals recommend
There are 2 malls there. Cabot Place and Canary Wharf Shopping Centre. From small boutiques to designer labels, spanning beauty, fashion, fitness, homeware and more, with more than 120 stores across five malls, whatever you're looking for you'll find it here at Canary Wharf. A short 30 min bus ride from our place.

Drinks & Nightlife

Music-centric nightspot hosting live swing and jazz to enjoy alongside a classic cocktail menu.
30 locals recommend
Kansas Smitty's
63-65 Broadway Market
30 locals recommend
Music-centric nightspot hosting live swing and jazz to enjoy alongside a classic cocktail menu.
Happy hour food · Great cosy & hip atmosphere
23 locals recommend
Behind This Wall
411 Mare Street
23 locals recommend
Happy hour food · Great cosy & hip atmosphere
Restaurant and club in a former railway station, for daytime snacks and an evening European menu.
148 locals recommend
Oslo Hackney
1A Amhurst Rd
148 locals recommend
Restaurant and club in a former railway station, for daytime snacks and an evening European menu.
Laid-back rooftop bar with wooden tables and benches, serving beers, cocktails and street food.
112 locals recommend
Netil360
1 Westgate St
112 locals recommend
Laid-back rooftop bar with wooden tables and benches, serving beers, cocktails and street food.
Outdoor seating · Probably some the most interesting cocktails in Hackney · Cosy and open till 1:00 am on Friday & Saturday
Every Cloud
13 Morning Ln
Outdoor seating · Probably some the most interesting cocktails in Hackney · Cosy and open till 1:00 am on Friday & Saturday
Craft brewery, bar and restaurant St John at Hackney Brewery is opening in two arches under the overground near Hackney Central this June. Founded by brewer Ryan Robbins and Luke Scanlon, who’s been involved with St John at Hackney Church, the brewery will exist in two parts; one arch will house all the brewing equipment whilst the second one will be home to the bar and kitchen with a large al fresco terrace. As well as fresh beer from the brewery tanks, the bar will also feature beer from around the world as well as a considered wine list. A series of residents will take over the kitchen and first up is Ela, which is all about Greek Cypriot food, so expect small plates, kebabs...
St John At Hackney Brewery
Lower Clapton Road
Craft brewery, bar and restaurant St John at Hackney Brewery is opening in two arches under the overground near Hackney Central this June. Founded by brewer Ryan Robbins and Luke Scanlon, who’s been involved with St John at Hackney Church, the brewery will exist in two parts; one arch will house all the brewing equipment whilst the second one will be home to the bar and kitchen with a large al fresco terrace. As well as fresh beer from the brewery tanks, the bar will also feature beer from around the world as well as a considered wine list. A series of residents will take over the kitchen and first up is Ela, which is all about Greek Cypriot food, so expect small plates, kebabs...

Parks & Nature

Victoria Park is a beautiful park at the border of Hackney and Bow in East London. The park is 86.18 hectares of open space that opened in 1845. Great music festival at the end of May https://www.allpointseastfestival.com
1666 locals recommend
Pavilion Cafe
Old Ford Road
1666 locals recommend
Victoria Park is a beautiful park at the border of Hackney and Bow in East London. The park is 86.18 hectares of open space that opened in 1845. Great music festival at the end of May https://www.allpointseastfestival.com
London Fields Lido is a 50m Olympic size, heated outdoor swimming pool open all year round and located in Hackney, London Fields, Central London
591 locals recommend
London Fields
London Fields West Side
591 locals recommend
London Fields Lido is a 50m Olympic size, heated outdoor swimming pool open all year round and located in Hackney, London Fields, Central London
It's home to the London Stadium, the Arcelor-Mittal Orbit, the London Aquatics Centre, the Copper Box Arena, Lee Valley VeloPark and Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre – as well as parklands, waterways, playgrounds, and cafes. There's always something new to explore – so come along and experience sports, events...
755 locals recommend
Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
755 locals recommend
It's home to the London Stadium, the Arcelor-Mittal Orbit, the London Aquatics Centre, the Copper Box Arena, Lee Valley VeloPark and Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre – as well as parklands, waterways, playgrounds, and cafes. There's always something new to explore – so come along and experience sports, events...

Arts & Culture

A fascinating little museum tracing Hackney and East London local history through well set-up temporary and permanent exhibits, with participatory events. In the same building as the Hackney Library.
25 locals recommend
Hackney Museum
1 Reading Ln
25 locals recommend
A fascinating little museum tracing Hackney and East London local history through well set-up temporary and permanent exhibits, with participatory events. In the same building as the Hackney Library.
http://eatworkart.com/hackney-downs-studios/ A 70,000 sq ft center​ for creativity and collaboration in East London, Hackney Downs Studios was established in 2011, transforming a redundant printworks into an arts and business hub with three events spaces and 70 serviced studios for creative businesses. There's also a series of rooftops, railway arches, a secret garden, The Russet cafe and a monthly market on the last Saturday of every month. Run by the Creative Network Partners who also own nearby Netil House next to London Fields.
17 locals recommend
Hackney Downs Studios
17 Amhurst Terrace
17 locals recommend
http://eatworkart.com/hackney-downs-studios/ A 70,000 sq ft center​ for creativity and collaboration in East London, Hackney Downs Studios was established in 2011, transforming a redundant printworks into an arts and business hub with three events spaces and 70 serviced studios for creative businesses. There's also a series of rooftops, railway arches, a secret garden, The Russet cafe and a monthly market on the last Saturday of every month. Run by the Creative Network Partners who also own nearby Netil House next to London Fields.
https://www.barbican.org.uk The Barbican Centre is a top performing arts center​ in the City of London and the largest of its kind in Europe. The Centre hosts some of the best classical and contemporary music concerts, theatre performances, film screenings and art exhibitions in the city.
509 locals recommend
Barbican Centre
Silk Street
509 locals recommend
https://www.barbican.org.uk The Barbican Centre is a top performing arts center​ in the City of London and the largest of its kind in Europe. The Centre hosts some of the best classical and contemporary music concerts, theatre performances, film screenings and art exhibitions in the city.

Essentials

Low prices for most staples of your grocery shopping. Weekly promotions
215 locals recommend
Lidl
27 Well St
215 locals recommend
Low prices for most staples of your grocery shopping. Weekly promotions
For your last minute meal or ice cream. Open 7 am to 11 pm
197 locals recommend
Sainsbury's Local
17 Stroud Green Rd
197 locals recommend
For your last minute meal or ice cream. Open 7 am to 11 pm
Supermarket chain supplying frozen packaged foods, often discounted, plus some dry groceries. For Frenchies: your cheaper local Picard ;-)
101 locals recommend
Iceland Foods
1/11 Watney St
101 locals recommend
Supermarket chain supplying frozen packaged foods, often discounted, plus some dry groceries. For Frenchies: your cheaper local Picard ;-)
London Fields Coworking Office + Cafeteria + Popup Stores Situated at the epicentre of East London's creative hotbed Hackney, this is London office space with a twist. Steps from the park, WeWork London Fields spans four stories of coworking space, with plenty of private offices and common areas, not to mention a private roof terrace. Blocks away from neighbourhood gourmet hub Broadway Market, the London Fields Overground stop, coffee shops, and galleries, establish your company with East London at your fingertips. Perfect for startups and creatives, as well as established businesses, WeWork London Fields is a true breath of fresh air.
50 locals recommend
WeWork - Office Space & Coworking
90 York Way
50 locals recommend
London Fields Coworking Office + Cafeteria + Popup Stores Situated at the epicentre of East London's creative hotbed Hackney, this is London office space with a twist. Steps from the park, WeWork London Fields spans four stories of coworking space, with plenty of private offices and common areas, not to mention a private roof terrace. Blocks away from neighbourhood gourmet hub Broadway Market, the London Fields Overground stop, coffee shops, and galleries, establish your company with East London at your fingertips. Perfect for startups and creatives, as well as established businesses, WeWork London Fields is a true breath of fresh air.
Allia Future Business Centre – East London - London Fields Focus on growing your venture in a space created especially to help impact entrepreneurs. Whether you’re after co-working space, meeting rooms or a network of like-minded entrepreneurs and start-ups we can help.
Allia Future Business Centre East London
18 - 20 London Ln
Allia Future Business Centre – East London - London Fields Focus on growing your venture in a space created especially to help impact entrepreneurs. Whether you’re after co-working space, meeting rooms or a network of like-minded entrepreneurs and start-ups we can help.
Convenient as it is less than 10 min walk from our place. There is also a Tesco Superstore on 55 Morning Ln near Hackney Central overground station - if you need a larger selection of cheeses and fruits and veggies.
649 locals recommend
Tesco Metro
361 Bethnal Green Rd
649 locals recommend
Convenient as it is less than 10 min walk from our place. There is also a Tesco Superstore on 55 Morning Ln near Hackney Central overground station - if you need a larger selection of cheeses and fruits and veggies.

Getting Around

Plenty of buses can be caught from St Thomas Square just around the block from our place...
2 Bus stops can take you to either Bethnal Green for the Tube's Central Line, or Whitechapel for District or Hammersmith & City lines, as well as London Overground.
Saint Thomas Square
2 Bus stops can take you to either Bethnal Green for the Tube's Central Line, or Whitechapel for District or Hammersmith & City lines, as well as London Overground.
You can take bus 106 or 254 to go to Bethnal Green station in less than 10 min. From there hop onto the Central line tube/subway to reach Central London / Oxford Circus / Covert Garden, etc
184 locals recommend
Bethnal Green (Stop D) station
184 locals recommend
You can take bus 106 or 254 to go to Bethnal Green station in less than 10 min. From there hop onto the Central line tube/subway to reach Central London / Oxford Circus / Covert Garden, etc