Whilst we can't promise it's going to be your most luxurious swim, we can assure you it'll be invigorating. Set in the heart of Hackney pop by West Reservoir for your cold water swim, or for a spot of kayaking.
A lively neighbourhood joint co-founded by the Three Sheets guys, with a short bistro menu and lots of natural wine. The online Shop Cuvee, born during the pandemic, is still the best destination for the prettiest bottle gifts, but head to the restaurant to chat to friendly staff who will happily guide you through the largely French wine list. Take their pick and then get stuck into plates of charcuterie, pickles and bread.
Word on the street is this is the most authentic Irish pub outside of Ireland, and, well, we can't argue with that. Whenever we're in the area, we make it a point to stop by for a Guinness (or five) and catch up on all the local gossip—because what's an Irish pub without a bit of craic?
The Clarence Tavern is one of those places that just makes you want to stay a while. With its dark wooden interior, extensive wine list and delicious dishes, it's one of our favourite spots in the neighbourhood. Grab a pint, snag a seat and share a buttery pie with the table.
This is an old-school drinking den that still feels like a boozer, with London’s best burger on the menu. Chefs Ed McIlroy and Jamie Allan, known as Four Legs, also cook up creative plates of sole swimming in brown butter and cod cheek with jamón and mojo rojo. But for first timers it has to be the slightly sloppy Dexter burger, which is just as good as everyone says.