A minimalist, canal-side couture canteen serving soulful Irish-influenced cooking to a buzzing crowd of East London's fashion set.
Modern British / Irish
£££
Hackney
32 Andrews Rd, London E8 4FX, United Kingdom
Ordering Strategy
Dinner reservations are difficult to secure weeks in advance, so consider breakfast or lunch for a more accessible table. Always start with the Guinness bread and butter.
What to order
Sage and Anchovy Fritti
Described as 'peculiarly delightful' and 'never forget,' these light bites are praised for their 'Italian prowess' and are a staple across critic reviews.
Onglet with chips and peppercorn sauce
A 'classic meat dish' that anchors the menu, providing a hearty, sophisticated option for those looking for a substantial main course.
Deep-fried bread and butter pudding with cold custard
An 'iconic' and 'playful' indulgent dessert that is so rich and comforting it 'requires a lie down straight afterwards.'
Guinness bread
The 'real highlight' of the restaurant; whether served with salty butter to start or as an ice cream to finish, it is 'what keeps locals coming back.'
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Signal Score
Signal score reflects how strong and consistent the review coverage is, not a star rating.
Top critic: Grace Dent (90%)
Editorial Weight 63 pts
Authority + depth + recency
Agreement 9 pts
How aligned the critics are
Coverage 10 pts
How many real review signals exist
Public Signal 11 pts
Google rating + volume
Boosts 0 pts
Manual boosts + hidden gem
Review signals
5 Elite · 1 Editorial · 6 total signals
Public signal
4.5★ (508 reviews)
Good to know
Located on the canal near Broadway Market. The venue has hard surfaces and can get noisy. It is a favorite of the fashion industry (the chef is Simone Rocha's brother).
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- mediumConfidence level
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