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The Andi this all-day joint is named after is Great British Menu judge Andi Oliver, who opened her own place after running supper clubs and residences with her business partner Kelly miles. The broad menu covers brunch (eggs, salt beef reubens, and healthy energy bowls) to brasserie-style fare (the likes of brown crab gnocchi with salsa verde and gazpacho, braised pork loin with breadfruit croquettes, and strawberry pavlova). Andi has put as much effort into the place itself, creating a real warm and welcoming neighbourhood hangout.
7 recommandé par les habitants
Andi's
The Andi this all-day joint is named after is Great British Menu judge Andi Oliver, who opened her own place after running supper clubs and residences with her business partner Kelly miles. The broad menu covers brunch (eggs, salt beef reubens, and healthy energy bowls) to brasserie-style fare (the likes of brown crab gnocchi with salsa verde and gazpacho, braised pork loin with breadfruit croquettes, and strawberry pavlova). Andi has put as much effort into the place itself, creating a real warm and welcoming neighbourhood hangout.
The informality of the décor at Perilla – an old tile floor and raw walls – doesn’t really give you any hints about what to expect on the plates. What you do get however is modern European food, like cuttlefish Bolognese and aged pork chop with sea kale that both looks beautiful and tastes fantastic. You can eat a la carte or from a tasting menu, which comes in at a very reasonable price for cookery of this standard. Don’t skip over the cocktail list either as they infuse their own gin and vodka in-house.
44 recommandé par les habitants
Perilla
1-3 Green LanesThe informality of the décor at Perilla – an old tile floor and raw walls – doesn’t really give you any hints about what to expect on the plates. What you do get however is modern European food, like cuttlefish Bolognese and aged pork chop with sea kale that both looks beautiful and tastes fantastic. You can eat a la carte or from a tasting menu, which comes in at a very reasonable price for cookery of this standard. Don’t skip over the cocktail list either as they infuse their own gin and vodka in-house.
For the best brunch in Stokey, head to this neighbourhood café just off Church Street. White walls, grey slate, angular tables and pops of orange give this small space a sleek HAY-inspired scandi vibe, while families spend the morning sipping on flat whites and friends get a post-run refuel.
Queues for the weekend breakfast start early, so arrive at 9am if you want bag the best table in the window. Browse the cake counter, all of which are made in-house, and be sure to order at least two of the addictively chewy, salty white chocolate miso cookies
47 recommandé par les habitants
Esters
55 Kynaston RdFor the best brunch in Stokey, head to this neighbourhood café just off Church Street. White walls, grey slate, angular tables and pops of orange give this small space a sleek HAY-inspired scandi vibe, while families spend the morning sipping on flat whites and friends get a post-run refuel.
Queues for the weekend breakfast start early, so arrive at 9am if you want bag the best table in the window. Browse the cake counter, all of which are made in-house, and be sure to order at least two of the addictively chewy, salty white chocolate miso cookies
With a name like The Lacy Nook you’d be forgiven for thinking you were visiting a tea room, but in reality this north-east London eatery is much more than that. Away from the main crowds of central Stoke Newington, on Casenove road, walk past the airy coffee shop/bar on the ground floor – complete with wooden floors, exposed brick feature walls and velvet sofas – and head downstairs to the restaurant proper.
It’s here that the reason for the quirky name becomes apparent, thanks to the cosy proportions and little lacy doilies placed on every table. The effect, though, is modern rather than twee thanks to a palette of Farrow & Ball-esque pastels and chic details such as marble tabletops.
The Lacy Nook
Barrett RoadWith a name like The Lacy Nook you’d be forgiven for thinking you were visiting a tea room, but in reality this north-east London eatery is much more than that. Away from the main crowds of central Stoke Newington, on Casenove road, walk past the airy coffee shop/bar on the ground floor – complete with wooden floors, exposed brick feature walls and velvet sofas – and head downstairs to the restaurant proper.
It’s here that the reason for the quirky name becomes apparent, thanks to the cosy proportions and little lacy doilies placed on every table. The effect, though, is modern rather than twee thanks to a palette of Farrow & Ball-esque pastels and chic details such as marble tabletops.
Drinks & Nightlife
Vermouth, sherry and whisky are strongly featured on the menu which puts a wild twist on more classic drinks. Expect to find Fernet bitter, Escubac and Suze peppered throughout the list, but just ask the enthusiastic bartenders to point you in the right direction if you’re unsure, or to mix you an off-menu number.
The House Old Fashioned made with bourbon, plum wine, peppercorn tincture and bitters is perfect for whisky lovers – smooth, sippable with an incredibly warm depth. For something lighter, go for the White Americano where Cinzano Bianco vermouth is matched with floral peach, Suze and tonic.
49 recommandé par les habitants
Original Sin
129 Stoke Newington High StVermouth, sherry and whisky are strongly featured on the menu which puts a wild twist on more classic drinks. Expect to find Fernet bitter, Escubac and Suze peppered throughout the list, but just ask the enthusiastic bartenders to point you in the right direction if you’re unsure, or to mix you an off-menu number.
The House Old Fashioned made with bourbon, plum wine, peppercorn tincture and bitters is perfect for whisky lovers – smooth, sippable with an incredibly warm depth. For something lighter, go for the White Americano where Cinzano Bianco vermouth is matched with floral peach, Suze and tonic.
Speakeasy in style and churning out candlelit cocktails by the minute, Ruby's is popular, it's heralded and it's a gem in the heart of East London's bar scene.
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Ruby's
76 Stoke Newington RdSpeakeasy in style and churning out candlelit cocktails by the minute, Ruby's is popular, it's heralded and it's a gem in the heart of East London's bar scene.
Hailed as one of the best bars in Stoke Newington and with good reason, Victory Mansion is a name not to miss. From interiors that hark of the cool and the retro, down to a roster of small plates, incredible cocktails and creative drinks, this haunt is romantic, it's cool and it's primed for a catch-up.
8 recommandé par les habitants
Victory Mansion
18 Stoke Newington High StHailed as one of the best bars in Stoke Newington and with good reason, Victory Mansion is a name not to miss. From interiors that hark of the cool and the retro, down to a roster of small plates, incredible cocktails and creative drinks, this haunt is romantic, it's cool and it's primed for a catch-up.
One of the best bars in Stoke Newington, this quirky little joint offers two gorgeous areas to chill out and grab a cocktail bar. Fronting a cool and classy art deco spot up top, you'll also find a secret Tiki bar in the basement for when you feel like going a little bananas.
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Fontaine's Bar
176 Stoke Newington RdOne of the best bars in Stoke Newington, this quirky little joint offers two gorgeous areas to chill out and grab a cocktail bar. Fronting a cool and classy art deco spot up top, you'll also find a secret Tiki bar in the basement for when you feel like going a little bananas.