Dalston
Dalston
Page 2Umut 2000
Umut 2000 is a classic ocakbasi restaurant just off of the Kingsland Road. Come for the grilled meat and lamb ribs. Stay for the excellent staff.
Ararat Bread
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.
Chick ‘N’ Sours
The Haggerston branch of Chick ‘n’ Sours is the original, and still the best. Come here for cocktails and disco wings, and leave happy.
The Best Places To Drink In Dalston
From a famous mirror margarita, to a carpeted old-school boozer, to wine bars, and basement cocktail dens.
MAP Maison
A sophisticated bar that’s open until 1am, MAP Maison should be near the top of your Dalston cocktail agenda.
Madame Pigg
Madame Pigg is serving excellent seasonal British food from - whisper it - one of London’s best al fresco back gardens.
Where To Eat Outside In Hackney
Hackney has plenty of great restaurants, but these 14 spots are the best for outdoor dining.
High Water
High Water is a straightforward, always-reliable back-pocket cocktail bar in Dalston that suits pretty much any occasion.
Duke of Wellington
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.
Micky’s Chippy
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.
Peppers & Spice
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.
Mangal Pide Salonu
Mangal Pide in Dalston is a tiny lahmacun and pide shop perfect for a quick and freshly made snack.
The Best Lahmacun In North London
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.
Mangal II
Mangal II is a classic Turkish restaurant that’s doing things a bit differently. With superb grilled meats, sourdough pide, natural wines, and more.
Footnote
Footnote is a spacious coffee spot on Wilton Way in Hackney that makes a great option for catching up with friends.
Allpress Espresso Roastery & Cafe
Allpress is an excellent two-storey coffee spot in Dalston with a lovely patio area.
Hacha
Hacha is Dalston bar that makes a dangerously delicious margarita, and other tequila and mezcal drinks, alongside a small menu of tacos and ceviche.
Newcomer Wines
Newcomer Wines is an excellent wine shop and surprisingly spacious bar in Dalston, with a kind of secret back patio.
Dalston Eastern Curve Garden
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.
Hash E8
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.
Where To Eat Dinner In East London (When You Hate East London)
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.