Best Places and Services in Hackney, Greater london (2025)

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Top-Rated Places and Services in Hackney, Greater london

Brunswick East

3D, STAMFORD WORKS, Gillett St, London N16 8JH, UK

4.6 (716 reviews)
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P: 020 7686 3374

Having my end of the year folded egg bun to close 2024. What a year it’s been! And Brunswick East has been a place of utter joy. They listen to my nonsense every time I come in and reward me with the tastiest of treats. The take away boxes fold out into plates to make it easy when you need to eat on the go. What a bonus. Thanks for a great year and looking forward to all the unsolicited advice I will give you in 2025. 🫠

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Great brunch spot! Definitely recommend booking in advance as people were turned away while we were waiting to be seated. Their chili poached eggs were amazing with the house sourdough. I also loved the atmosphere and didn’t feel rushed by staff.

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Amazing cafe with amazing food! The amount of love that they pour into their food is truly shown! The plating is beyond beautiful! We need more cafes like this in London!

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

I’ve been here loads of times now and figured I’d leave the fiver since it’s never missed for me. The menu rotates except for the buns and maybe a few others but jesus is everything always incredible. People have been nice when I’ve been here but I’m always here on slower hours during the week. You can work during the slow week hours and the place is cool with it. There’s indoor and outdoor seating, really great natural light inside, coffee and coffee options have been better than average as well. They also grow some of their veg on the roof here and the neighboring building, would be cool to get to see more of that but I’d guess if you sent an email and had like a project they’d take you up there.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Food was really tasty. Bread was cut a tad too thick, would have been nicer slightly more toasted. Otherwise very nice and portion size was large. Very nice poached eggs. Service was ok. No speed in anyone and it wasn't busy.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Cocktails
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • SJQ - 34m away
  • The Dusty Knuckle Bakery - 286m away
  • Vortex - 23m away
  • Moreno Boxing Dalston - 27m away
  • House of MoMo - 52m away
Cafe Melo

103 Shacklewell Ln, London E8 2EB, UK

4.7 (122 reviews)

P: 020 8770 7110

Stumbled across their Monday day-time chess club - friendly folk who want to be off their phones. They lent us a set. Soup of the day was great. Toastie was tasty, some chutney or salad would have been great. Coffee really good

Anonymous - 6 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

I had a cheese and mushroom toasty at this cafe about 4 years ago which was unforgettably good. Just had another one this morning and can confirm they are still as insanely delicious as I remember. Great food. Great coffee. Lovely vibe. 5 stars

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely warm cafe, coffee is delicious and food is generous! Its always bustling which is a testament to how good it is!

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

I'm new to the coffee hype so I decided to buy a latte since I was in the dalston area. Cafe melo is a nice, clean establishment. I saw quite a few people with their laptop so I can imagine it's a space for local people to have a pastry and a coffee. The latte didn't take long and I was happy with the results. I'll certainly go back again and probably pick up a sandwich or a pastry.

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Very cute cafe ! I fortunately had the opportunity to visit the cafe when I went to play football in the area and had a delicious mushroom toastie. The coffee looked really good but I already had too much caffeine - the conversations around me focused on how incredible the cortado was - so I can recommend it. Cute vibes for people who like to read books in coffee shops with a mellow playlist in the background. Love the colours ! Love the homeliness !

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Children
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • The Shacklewell Arms - 92m away
  • Elif food centre - 318m away
  • Papo’s Bagels - 79m away
  • VFDalston - 312m away
  • Somerford Grove Practice - 191m away
The Dusty Knuckle Bakery

Abbot St, London E8 3DP, UK

4.6 (1,211 reviews)
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Came here for a late breakfast recently, their coffee was great, I had the egg chilli cheese with bacon which I really enjoyed, the focaccia was light and bouncy allowing the sandwich to easily be bitten through. My father had the feta honey swirl that was well balanced between sweet and savoury. Overall lovely atmosphere and will be coming back to try their other options.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Local bakery and breakfast eatery. If you don’t know how to fast here, it’s at the end of an alley way. Once we turned the corner and walked in it was a surprised look on our faces. The pastry was quite good. I had a toast which was like French onion soup on toast. Limited seating so be prepared to sit outside.

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

location was not so easy to find, and the service not so friendly either. As the place was so packed and tables looked not so clean, decided to have a takeaway. After having the beef birria sarnie I understood the high rating of this place, the flavor was perfect! Bread soft and airy to the right amount and the sauce went so well with ingredients too. recommend a takeaway sarnie.

Anonymous - a week ago

Rating: 5 / 5

A must visit for delicious bread and sandwiches! The focaccia is fresh and a classic done right. The lunch selection is delicious and so difficult to choose from because all the sandwiches sound amazing. The mapo tofu and sweet potato sarnie was an explosion of flavor and ingenuity! Don’t miss out on honey, fennel & feta swirl as it’s so unique in its flavor

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

The bread is great though I feel a little bit overpriced. The location is fairly central near Dalston Junction but a little bit set back from the High Street. We got two baguettes which were delicious. We was happy that we were allowed with our dog in the queue for the bread counter. 🥖🥖🐩

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  • Serves Breakfast
  • Takeout
  • Coffee
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Dalston Eastern Curve Garden - 45m away
  • Kingsland Shopping Centre - 78m away
  • Sainsbury's - 69m away
  • Iceland Supermarket Dalston - 52m away
  • Arcola Theatre - 59m away
Planque

322-324 Acton Mews, London E8 4EA, UK

4.5 (316 reviews)

P: 020 7254 3414

It was a truly extraordinary experience. We seated at the bar table which is in front of the open kitchen.The chefs were very professional, and the service of the waiters was very warm, professional, and attentive. We had ordered the Cured Sardines and Beef Tartat and Grilled Squid as the appetizers. They were presented beautifully and full of flavour. The main courses were Anjou Pigeon with liver toast and Veal Sweetbread. There are not so many restaurants that have these dishes. It was spectacular, showcasing the chef’s skill and high-quality ingredients. I will say that for the price, the portions were pretty small. The atmosphere and incredible food and wine. I eagerly look forward to my next visit. Highly recommended.

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Fantastic experience. We are at the chefs table and the experience was wonderful. To see the masterpieces created with energy, attention and love. Then taste it and understand what the chef was creating and enjoy the composition. I loved everything but you have to try the smoked squash with black trompette, scallop tartlette, meringue (to die for). Try this place, you’ll love it.

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Incredible restaurant tucked away next to the station. Very unassuming from the outside but the interior is cozy, elegant and relaxing. Dining tables and bar seating, definitely recommend the bar opposite the kitchen to watch the dishes come together. All the dishes are put together so we'll, one of the better places I have been to for a long time, constantly changing menu and brilliant service. This place is mainly a wine enthusiast place with a restaurant so the wine list is extensive, well curated but one of the most expensive ones I've seen.

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Heard the menu changes quite often but you couldn't go wrong with a random pick on the menu (my friends went there for 4 times and all dishes are nice). Personally I love lobster rice and grilled squid the most. Desserts are all good. Dry age beef are good but not great.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Cocktails
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Tesco Express - 40m away
  • Waterside Academy - 77m away
  • The Big London Bake East - 36m away
  • Stonebridge Gardens - 114m away
  • MAP Maison - 80m away
The Hackney

503 Hackney Rd, London E2 9ED, UK

4.6 (614 reviews)
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P: 020 7961 1604

We can’t recommend The Hackney enough as a wedding venue! When we were planning our wedding, my now-husband and I were on the lookout for something a bit different—not too traditional, with a cozy, intimate vibe. The venue’s industrial style caught our eye as soon as we walked in for the first viewing and knew right away it was the one for us. Working with Hugo, the venue coordinator, was absolutely seamless. From our first planning meeting to the food tasting, everything felt super smooth and stress-free. Hugo really knows his stuff and made the whole process so easy for us. One thing that really stood out was the planning spreadsheet Hugo gave us. It broke down all the costs and let us play around with different options to see how they’d impact the final price. There were no hidden surprises—just total transparency. We were a bit nervous about having an all-vegetarian menu, worried that some of our meat-loving guests might not be into it. But the food was a massive hit! Even the pickiest eaters loved it. People are still talking about how amazing the dishes were—especially the smoked butter, which was a crowd favourite. Overall, The Hackney was the perfect backdrop for our wedding. It had the right mix of unique style and incredible service. The Osbornes

Anonymous - 9 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

I photographed a wedding here on the weekend. It was one of the best venues I've been to. The staff are so amazing and friendly, they really look after their suppliers. The wedding breakfast room is a perfect combo of industrial and high end but still has a cool edge to it with its white brick and metal frames. I would like to that the staff at the venue for being so lovely to me and I cant wait to be back again.

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

I’ve photographed a couple of weddings here recently and I’ve been really impressed by how friendly and professional this venue is. It’s a compact space but can cater for a decent crowd - up to 60 for a sit-down meal and more for a standing event/party. The style is industrial (as befits the location) with loads of lush greenery, candles and the all-important disco balls, and a covered outside area. As a wedding vendor, the staff treated me extremely welcomingly and kindly and I’ve heard from my clients that they also felt well looked after during the booking process. The food was amazing. It’s a great place for a cool East London wedding reception and I hope to work there again!

Anonymous - 3 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

You have to venture inside to appreciate this beautiful large quirky space. Shop front has no seating, but go on through after you've ordered at the counter and you'll find yet another room...and then another. Well worth an investigation, wonderfully decorated, lots of seating, some really comfortable chairs too...coffee was great. When we visited on a Sunday, there was no food, only coffee was being served and a few cakes. I had a Cortado, would have preferred it in a smaller cup or glass...my companion ordered a flat white which was unusually served in a lovely small cup, while my Cortado came in the big glass, didn't look so nice. But like I said...it tasted GREAT, strong and smooth and that's what counts. Highly recommended. Thanks guys ✨

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

We celebrated our daughters wedding here recently. It was a fabulous venue, very stylish. The staff were all professional, very friendly and accommodating. The atmosphere was exceptionally good and we had a wonderful time and made many many lovely memories, which we will treasure forever.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Live Music
  • Children' Menu
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Children
  • Cocktails
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Hackney Cycles - 15m away
  • Cambridge Heath Post Office - 81m away
  • The Gossamer City Project - 47m away
  • Tesco Express - 86m away
  • Metal Morphosis Piercing - 24m away
Caffe In

334 Hackney Rd, London E2 7AX, UK

4.6 (145 reviews)
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P: 020 7739 9254

I got an iced latte with oat milk and hazelnut syrup, it was a tad too sweet for my liking. The banana and chocolate loaf was nice. Gave an extra star as the server was friendly

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

One of the best places to get cakes in London hands down! Creative, handmade, toothsome and colourful. Nice staff too, very professional.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Great sidewalk café that I happened upon while walking in the neighborhood. Tried a couple different cake slices, the lunchbox cake, orange poppyseed, and the Victoria Sponge. All were just as delicious as they looked in the window(and they were stunningly beautiful)! As soon as I left, I regretted not trying a sausage roll as well, they looked as great as the rest of the baked goods!

Anonymous - 6 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

This place is phenomanal. The chai latte was one of the best I’ve ever had. The food was fresh and delicious. We ate the handmade vegan sausage roll and it was delicious. The owner is super nice. 10/ 10 I would recommend !

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Brunch
  • Takeout
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Hackney City Farm (below reviews for Christmas opening times) - 64m away
  • Haggerston Park - 184m away
  • Crypt Of The Wizard - 189m away
  • Columbia Road Flower Market - 332m away
  • Haggerston School - 321m away
Black Cat café

76A Clarence Rd, Lower Clapton, London E5 8HB, UK

4.7 (893 reviews)
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P: 020 8985 7091

I had the best time going to this Cafe. The staff were incredible and so lovely! I had the pleasure of having the salad bowl and easy to say it was one of the best I’ve ever had, all was so tasty and the serving size was great. Such a nice environment with a lovely decorated and spacious setting. The toilets were also very clean and the decor were lovely! Would 10/10 recommend if you’re looking for tasty vegan food 😊

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Such a gorgeous space! Lovely owners and the tastiest vegan food. We had the pakora burger and banh mi, and both were so fresh and full of flavour. Had to get a cherry chocolate brownie with home made ice cream to finish it off and I'm already planning on going back for another! A proper gem - glad to have this reopened in Hackney!

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

I had the Christmas sandwich and it was one of the best sandwiches I've ever had...and I'm not even vegan! The staff were really friendly and helpful on food recommendations and I loved the atmosphere and the cosy vibe. It has a great community feel to the place and I'm looking forward to coming back and trying the other options which also sounded very tasty! Definitely visit this iconic vegan cafe!

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

we had an iced filter coffee and a fresh strawberry lemonade that were very very nice the soup of the day was delicious. i had the vegan chicken and avocado burger and it was absolutely incredible all the food is fresh and homemade and the homemade bakery items were so good. 10/10 would recommend

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  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Brunch
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Clapton Square garden - 118m away
  • Marks and Spencer - 420m away
  • St. John at Hackney Churchyard Gardens - 265m away
  • Sainsbury's Local - 174m away
  • Pages of Hackney - 246m away
Long White Cloud Bakery

151 Hackney Rd, London E2 8JL, UK

4.6 (425 reviews)

P: 020 7033 4642

Omg I love this place new discovery just found whilst walking down Hackney Rd. Great vibes super chilled. Had homemade chicken soup served with home baked focaccia, to die for. Also some sweet treats and a homemade brown sour dough loaf for just under £5 unheard of in London quality looks amazing. This place is pure artisan no frills but passionately baked breads and prepareed simple meals. Highly recommended 👑👑👑👑👑

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

If you visit Hoxton / Flower Market - it is mandatory you stop here for a coffee and some bakery. This is literally my favourite London coffee shop and believe me, I have been to soooo many. As a local guide I am cautious to make statements like this one but believe me when I say, the vibe and quality here is unmatched. Everyone smiles and the quality is excellent. We need more long white clouds ☁️☁️ they just refurbished the whole place and is 5 stars

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

This is the best cafe, possibly in the world. The Chef is just incredible, from the breakfast eggs to the sandwiches to the soup. Everything. All homemade and full of so many natural goodness. The coffee that Ed makes is just another level. And the fresh buns they make every morning, something to be addicted to. Couldn’t recommend this place more!!! Thanks so much for making our days.

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

You can easily miss the sit in space at the back, which is quite small, but worth trying for the lovely hot brunches. The sourdough toast dishes and coffees we had were lovely. The service was quick and staff were kind and helpful.

Anonymous - a week ago

Rating: 5 / 5

This is an amazing Cafe and Bakery, the staff are super friendly and the food is truly delicious, my fried egg on toast was served to perfection. I simply love this place. 😀

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Takeout
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Coffee
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Bahar Supermarket Haggerston - 10m away
  • Hackney Road Post Office - 63m away
  • Alcotraz London: Cell Block Two-One-Two - 67m away
  • Columbia Road Flower Market - 299m away
  • Museum of the Home - 230m away
La Mela Mediterranean Cuisine in Hackney

25-27 Marsh Hill, London E9 5QA, UK

4.6 (555 reviews)
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P: 020 8510 0801

Lovely venue and the staff were friendly from the moment we entered until we paid and left. Quality of the food was great; wasn't sure whether to get the full English or not but went with their recommendation and wasn't disappointed. Not too far from where we live so will definitely be coming back again. Bonus points for homemade beans in a tomato sauce.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Came for dinner; every starter and main we ordered was amazing! Full of flavour, decent servings and balanced meals. Highly recommend the pistachio cannolis as well — best I’ve had in London! Staff went above and beyond with their service. So pleased with our meal.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Great atmosphere. Very friendly staff. The chef is very knowledgeable, very skilled and friendly. Whenever I pass by this way, I definitely stop by, I'll taste those delicious pastas.

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

We visited as a group of 4 for lunch and opted for the appetiser lunch menus. Every dish was absolutely fabulous—each plate was not only beautifully presented but also bursting with flavour. The attention to detail in the ingredients and preparation really stood out, making each course a delight to savour. In addition to the wonderful food, the table service was exceptional. The staff were attentive, friendly, and ensured that we had everything we needed throughout the meal, which enhanced our overall dining experience. We left thoroughly impressed and will definitely be returning.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Another Fantastic Meal at La Mela! Once again, I had the pleasure of dining at La Mela with my friends, and it didn’t disappoint. The food was incredibly fresh, with generous portions that left us more than satisfied. The staff, as always, were friendly, welcoming, and made us feel right at home. La Mela is consistently a favorite, and it’s clear why—it’s a place where great food meets exceptional service. Wishing everyone at La Mela a Happy Christmas!

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Delivery
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Live Music
  • Children' Menu
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Cocktails
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Parking Options:
  • Paid Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Daubeney Primary School - 356m away
  • Wally Foster Community Centre - 169m away
  • Mabley Green - 431m away
  • Kingsmead Estate - 277m away
  • Wick Health Centre - 245m away
Pizza Express

298 Mare St, London E8 1HE, UK

4.3 (231 reviews)
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P: 020 8104 0470

Great to have a restaurant serving all day and enjoy some cozy time in the afternoon. In between 2 shopping sessions, we enjoyed the lovely staff, the quiet atmosphere and stayed way longer than we anticipated! The Leggera pizza are really good and filling.

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Popped into Pizza Express before a show. Enjoyed starters and pizza and finished off with a brownie and ginger cake with hot chocolate. Our server was lovely, she had aqua coloured hair and was friendly and offered recommendations and checked in on us and still gave us space and not feel rushed.

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  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Delivery
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Hackney Empire - 30m away
  • Hackney Town Hall - 96m away
  • MOTH Club - 46m away
  • Tesco Superstore - 228m away
  • KFC Hackney - Mare Street - 77m away

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