Hackney restaurants with food menus

Cafe Route Dalston Junction

➤ United Kingdom, Hackney

Vegan • British • Vegetarian • Mediterranean

"We celebrated our Christmas dinner at Cafe Route. After a pub unexpectedly cancelled on us, we were fortunate to find a table for 10 at the last minute through Open Table. I am grateful we did, as the experience was exceptional and far more memorable than a typical pub meal. The food was delightful, the service was both friendly and efficient, and the ambiance was ideal for a festive group gathering. Everyone in the party was impressed and enjoyed the meal. Personally, I especially enjoyed my lamb dish. I highly recommend this restaurant!"

Dishoom Shoreditch

➤ 7 Boundary Street, Hackney, United Kingdom, E2 7JE

Asian • Vegan • Indian • Vegetarian

"Amazing amazing amazing !! Did I say , amazing? We are here visiting London just for two days as part of our 10th anniversary Europe trip. One of my family friends told me to try this restaurant , and with 26,000 reviews rated well over 4.5 stars , I just had to. We are so so glad we did. First of all , our waitress ,Elizabeth was amazing , so friendly , so lively. Honestly , we were so tired from our trip , she instantly had us smiling and wide awake. She also explained the menu to us , including the amazing unlimited chai you can get ! The chai totally reminded me of my visits to India and were given in a similar glass! The papadam came with these amazing chutneys that just opened up our palettes to welcome more food. We also had the chilli chicken , it is spicy but omg was it full of flavor. The ruby chicken is their chicken makhani and it was also amazing. Let me tell you , we ordered the Ghost, my husband usually eats that , not me , but after tasting it, I had to have more !!!! I would highly , without a doubt recommend this restaurant and please please make sure you reserve !!! If Ever visiting again, I will absolutely only come here !"

Premises Cafe

➤ 209 Rd, E2 8JL, Hackney, United Kingdom

Coffee • Turkish • European • Full Available

"My friends who have known the place for like 20 years, took me there one evening, and when you first glance at the menu you may not realise yet how good and fresh the food is going to be, as presentations are not fussy or posh. It is a simple looking place. Yet, once our dishes were served on our table, I realised I was in for a treat. My seabass arrived perfectly cooked, the way I like it (as I asked for no butter in mine). It was fresh, generous portions and as good as any fancy restaurant I have been to. The mixed veggies that comes with it, surpassed my expectations: delicious asparagus, broccoli, roasted carrots and perfectly tender baby potatoes. Excellent homemade bannofee pie too. Simplicity as its best. Merci. 10/10."

The Parlour

➤ 167 Stoke Newington Church Street London N16 0UL, Hackney, United Kingdom

Vegan • British • Italian • Vegetarian

"Yes I know £73 for brunch, four people, no alcohol is expensive. But this is Church Street the epicentre of the young and cool in North London. The cafe is warm, friendly and the service is good. The front of the cafe is the best spot to sit we were at the back which was fine but the toilet hand dryer was intrusive! The menu for brunch is full of delights and we all had a good feed from the carnivores to the veggies we were all happy and stuffed. The coffees were good but luke warm and the pancakes were the star of the meal freshly made and fluffy. I will definitely visit again and try some other delight on the menu."

Jones And Sons

➤ Arcola Street, N16 8JH, Hackney, United Kingdom

Kebab • European • Fast Food • Vegetarian

"We attended our niece's wedding at this venue on November 24th. It was easily accessible by train or bus after the ceremony at Hackney Town Hall. The main restaurant area had well laid out tables and the food was excellent. The waiting staff were polite and attentive. In the evening, guests moved to another room for the disco, which was connected to the main room. However, the music from the disco room was relayed back into the restaurant room through speakers, making it difficult to have a conversation. The bar had a great selection of drinks but could benefit from a designated area for making cocktails to prevent crowding. Unfortunately, one particular bartender had an arrogant attitude. Despite being ignored and served out of turn, the bartender made excuses and was reluctant to apologize. Overall, it was a great party venue, but there were issues with the bar service when it was busy."

Meat Mission

➤ 15 Hoxton Market, Hackney, United Kingdom

Pasta • Burgers • American • Cocktail

"This restaurant is absolutely amazing! The food is delicious, especially the bacon cheeseburger. It is simple yet so incredible, with the bacon pressed to cover the entire burger and the crispy edges of the smashed burger patties. It's the best burger I've had in a long time. The buffalo fries were also incredible, and the hash browns were crispy but not greasy. The chili fries were loaded and could be a meal on their own. The milkshakes and cocktails were awesome. The staff were really friendly, attentive, and even gave us a great tip on where to go next after our meal. The food was so good I didn't even have a chance to take any photos. I would love to come back!"

Cafe 12

➤ United Kingdom, E2 7NX, Hackney

Coffee • Italian • British • European

"Cafe 12 is absolutely amazing. My partner and I visited yesterday and the service from Andre and his lovely host (sorry, I can't remember your name) was exceptional. This is the kind of local cafe that you want to support. We both ordered the lasagna, which was delicious and came in a generous portion. Andre, the owner, even brought us some fresh pesto that he had made himself. As we were enjoying our meal, he asked if we liked spicy food, and despite our confusion as our food was already there, Andre brought us a complimentary plate of chili carne to share. It was honestly the best chili I've ever had in my life, and he even took lots of pictures of us. The dishes featured fresh ingredients that I had never tried before, like green tomatoes, green peppercorns, and fresh scotch bonnet sauce. Everything was impeccable. Thank you so much, we will definitely be returning!"

Sodo: Sourdough Pizza Cafe

➤ 126 Upper Clapton Road, Hackney, United Kingdom

Pizza • Kebab • Seafood • Fast Food

"I used to love this local pizza place that served sourdough crusts, but it seems like they have stopped caring about the quality of their food as their business has grown. I ordered a savoury sourdough pizza with Nduja, pepperoni, mascarpone, and scotch Bonne chilly honey to take home, but the pizza had an overwhelming amount of honey drizzled on top that made it inedible. The cold mascarpone placed in the center of the pizza made it impossible to eat in slices, forcing me to remove it altogether. It was a disappointing dinner and I can't understand why some places lose sight of the importance of serving good food."

Esters

➤ 55 Kynaston Road, Stoke Newington, Hackney, United Kingdom

Cafe • Fusion • British • Breakfast

"Cute cafe in London, serving one of the best cookies in the city! I came here for one thing only: to try their miso white chocolate cookie. It was absolutely delicious. The cookie was crispy on the outside and very buttery on the inside, with flakes of sea salt sprinkled on top. The thick gooey chips of white chocolate were slightly melted inside and went beautiful with the miso flavour in the background. For less than 3 pounds too, incredible value. If you’re looking for the best cookie in London, you’ve got to come: this might be it!"

Cafe Che-men

➤ 490 Kingsland Road, N16 8AD, Hackney, United Kingdom

Coffee • Turkish • European • Mediterranean

"Terrible experience. Our waitress made an innocent mistake with the drink in my order. The “manager” took this out on me, shouted at me in the restaurant in the presence of other customers and refused to let me state the actual situation for clarity. My distaste for the incorrect drink was described as a “taste test” by the manager. He also refused to provide me with another drink. Furthermore, he continued to shout at the poor waiter infront of the other customers. He did not apologise to me or her. Overall, a horrible, embarrassing experience for a birthday outing. I will not be visiting again."

Buen Ayre

➤ 50 Broadway Market E8 4QJ, Hackney, United Kingdom

Meat • Steak • Cheese • Salads

"We visited this wonderful restaurant on a Saturday lunchtime, and I would heartily recommend it. The starters (chorizo, black pudding and Spanish paprika sausage) were exceptional, and the steaks we ordered (a small rib eye, small sirloin and skirt) were all cooked perfectly and absolutely delicious! By the way, the 'small ' steaks were anything but! We also had a bottle of Malbec which was perfect with the steaks! The service was friendly and efficient, the vibe was relaxed, and the value for money extraordinary! Thank you for making my birthday extra special!"

Diamond Kebab House

➤ 318 Green Lanes, N4 1BX, Hackney, United Kingdom

Kebab • Cafés • Turkish • Mediterranean

"On Friday it was my first time at Diamond Kebab on the way back from climbing at The Castle Climbing Centre nearby. I had already read the spectacular reviews here and elsewhere. The restaurant was busy and there were people before me in the queue guessed the food there was of EXCELLENT QUALITY. I ordered a small chicken shish kebab that they prepared in front of me but in my opinion was a medium sized shish kebab. IMHO, the meat was full of flavor and juicy and the vegetables, pitta bread and sauces were very fresh. The staff are/were friendly and one of them gave me a thumb up. I will definately go here again."

Common

➤ 323 Old St, Hackney, United Kingdom

Soup • Coffee • Cheese • Breakfast

"Common E2 is a delightful spot for coffee and pastries. The atmosphere is cosy and inviting, making it perfect for a relaxing morning or an afternoon treat. Their selection of pastries is outstanding, offering a variety of freshly baked goods that are both delicious and visually appealing. Whether you’re in the mood for a classic croissant, a decadent danish, or something more unique, Common E2 has you covered. Highly recommended for anyone looking to enjoy high-quality pastries in a charming setting."

The Best Turkish Kebab

➤ 125 Stoke Newington Road, Hackney, United Kingdom

Kebab • Pizza • Seafood • European

"MashaAllah tabarakAllah allahumma baarik service and quality of food are top notch. Very friendly staff. Been going for years and standard of service and high quality have remained consistent. The staff in there work like machines with many working at the same time therefore very quick service. You can call in advance if you’re collecting. They’re more than happy to help. Their portion sizes are quite large. Price has increased a lot over the years but sometimes you have to pay for good quality. Chilli sauce also isn’t very spicy but very tasty (good for some! Small space so cannot eat at the place but for a takeaway treat for yourself and family it’s very good. May Allah bless the business and the brothers. They’re doing very well!"

Escudo De Cuba

➤ 20 Stoke Newington Road, N16 7XN, Hackney, United Kingdom

Wine • Kebab • Cafés • Seafood

"Don't come here to find a refining. this is hearty cooking, but well made with generous portions and low trips. I think this would be the mealtimes with a Cuban grandmother like. service is warm and friendly and I love the ramshackle kitschige atmosphere. apropos ramshackle do not miss the wc with a wash basin supported by a bicycle frame. they bring free olive and banana chips when they sit. I ordered the sirloin rare and my companion had the plato cubanito. my steak was boiled to order on a cast iron pan. ok, it was not the best delivered steak I had (for example not aged), but there was a lot of it and it was decent. it came with patatas bravas and sauteed root vegetables. these were carrots, papageien and cassava and a little brokkoli that were thrown in for the color. there were also rice with black beans. my companion was very happy with his slowly braided pork and hawn with red paprika and swirl, which were garnished with the same sawed root vegetables with rice and black beans. flavorful braising liqueur and very delicate meat with a few slices of grilled chorizo to live the dings both in terms of texture and spice. beautiful court.br≤br/>Portions were large so we left over to house for morning lunch in the office. We used a taste card that they honor with a 2 for 1 deal for net on weekdays. with a bottle of redtempranillo house wine 15.95,) dinner for two on the card was 30 quid in front of tip. at full price would have been 44. we will definitely come back to try tapas the full price where they do 6 tapas for 14.95 despite the use of the discount card we were offered free dishes of tequila after we paid our bill. that's a hospitable."

The Stags Head

➤ 55 Orsman Road, Hackney, United Kingdom

Pub • Pizza • Italian • Vegetarian

"We are big fans of Sunday Roast. We tried Sunday Roast in different places, but yesterday we found a hiddden gem which offer the great variety of beers and sorcialty of Sunday Roast. Lamb Shank taste I will neber forget, vegetables and gravy are so tasty. Now it is my favourite spot in Hoxton,"

The Pembury Tavern

➤ 90 Amhurst Road, E8 1JH, Hackney, United Kingdom

Pizza • Mexican • European • Vegetarian

"Have heard this is best pizza North of the river and it’s in my area so decided to try it on my way home. Didn’t expect great things and it didn’t get off to a good start when I had to wait 30 mins from ordering to hand over. But the staff were lovely from recommending a good meat loving pizza option and then letting me know it would be a bit longer to wait etc. When I finally got the pizza they gave me 3 free dips as a kind gesture. Got home and opened it up and was pleasantly surprised! It looked amazing! I ordered the honey pie with extra cheese and extra pizza sauce. (I lived in NY in my youth and the pizza there is legendary so I was ready to take no prisoners! Well I have to say that with all the cheese it was hard to hold because the pizza is so thin and it was all over my hands but I didn’t care because it was a culinary explosion in my mouth! I literally haven’t had such a good pizza in years! "

Nazar Takeaway

➤ 228-230, Well St, E9 6QT, Hackney, United Kingdom

Pizza • Halal • Lunch • Turkish

"I absolutely adore chicken wings, and this restaurant serves the best ones I have ever had. They are cooked beautifully over charcoal, resulting in a delightful crust on the outside while remaining moist on the inside. Although they may be more expensive than other places, it's worth it because life is too short to eat mediocre food. The wings are served with grilled tomatoes and green peppers, and a piece of bread is a must for soaking up the delicious juices. I also recommend trying their kebabs - these chefs really know how to cook and don't skimp on quality ingredients."

Super Kebab

➤ 54 Stoke Newington Rd, N16 7XB, Hackney, United Kingdom

Kebab • Turkish • European • Fast Food

"authentic Turkish donner kebab. realign definitiw within my top 3 donner places in london this donner kebab won't let you fall. it is more famous competitive is over the street best kebab but I prefer super kebab just so a little more though both halal, super kebab is probably more popular with the Muslim community simply because it hmc approved cannot error this. donner is amazing, pitta brot is always soft, salat and saucen compliment of thunder. therefore the strong assessment it will not dissapoint definitiw. one has to try limited parking: best to go in the evening, where they find some free parking on the main street / roads."

Spice Island

➤ United Kingdom, N1 4JX, Hackney