Review

Ararat Bread is a tiny bakery on Ridley Road that makes delicious meat or cheese topped naan flatbreads for a couple of quid or less.

Jake Missing

January 1, 2022

Review

The Haggerston branch of Chick ‘n’ Sours is the original, and still the best. Come here for cocktails and disco wings, and leave happy.

Jake Missing

January 1, 2022

Guide

From a famous mirror margarita, to a carpeted old-school boozer, to wine bars, and basement cocktail dens.

Heidi Lauth Beasley & Jake Missing

October 4, 2021

Review

A sophisticated bar that’s open until 1am, MAP Maison should be near the top of your Dalston cocktail agenda.

Heidi Lauth Beasley

October 4, 2021

Review

Madame Pigg is serving excellent seasonal British food from - whisper it - one of London’s best al fresco back gardens.

Heidi Lauth Beasley

October 4, 2021

Guide

Hackney has plenty of great restaurants, but these 14 spots are the best for outdoor dining.

Jake Missing

August 10, 2021

Review

High Water is a straightforward, always-reliable back-pocket cocktail bar in Dalston that suits pretty much any occasion.

Jake Missing

June 10, 2021

Review

The Duke of Wellington is a proper pub where pints are pulled, the Premier League is playing, and the pool table always has a pound coin put down.

Jake Missing

June 10, 2021

Review

Slurp Yard is a huge walk-in wine bar in Dalston with a changing menu.

Jake Missing

May 26, 2021

Review

Micky’s is a chippy in Dalston that you can rely on. The fish is freshly cooked and they’re always happy to put absolutely anything in a bun for you.

Jake Missing

May 12, 2021

Review

Peppers & Spice is a takeaway-only Caribbean spot in Dalston that’s a great all-rounder and a must for patties if you’re in the area.

Jake Missing

April 21, 2021

Review

Mangal Pide in Dalston is a tiny lahmacun and pide shop perfect for a quick and freshly made snack.

Jake Missing

April 20, 2021

Guide

Salad or no salad? Chilli and garlic sauce, or just lots of chilli? Here are the best places to get one of London’s best, best-value snacks.

Jake Missing

April 8, 2021

Review

Mangal II is a classic Turkish restaurant that’s doing things a bit differently. With superb grilled meats, sourdough pide, natural wines, and more.

Jake Missing

January 11, 2021

Review

Footnote is a spacious coffee spot on Wilton Way in Hackney that makes a great option for catching up with friends.

Oliver Feldman

February 28, 2020

Review

Allpress is an excellent two-storey coffee spot in Dalston with a lovely patio area.

Oliver Feldman

January 22, 2020

Review

Hacha is Dalston bar that makes a dangerously delicious margarita, and other tequila and mezcal drinks, alongside a small menu of tacos and ceviche.

Jake Missing

June 21, 2019

Review

Newcomer Wines is an excellent wine shop and surprisingly spacious bar in Dalston, with a kind of secret back patio.

Jake Missing

April 3, 2019

Review

Andu Café is a cash-only, vegan spot in Dalston serving great Ethiopian food.

Jake Missing

March 13, 2019

Review

The Eastern Curve Garden in Dalston is a beautiful slice of green space in the heart of Dalston. It’s the perfect spot for a big group hang.

Review

Little Duck The Picklery is an all-day small plates thing in Dalston.

Jake Missing

March 29, 2018

Review

Hash E8 is an American-style diner in Dalston that you go to for a French toast and pancakes kind of brunch. Translation: no avocados here.

Review

Three Sheets is the best cocktail bar in Dalston and one of the best in London. Just make sure you book or try and squeeze in.

Jake Missing

September 3, 2017

Guide

Facing a dinner in East London but dreading the latest hipster food trends? Here’s where to get proper dinner out East without any of the fuss.