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Tempo
££££•Asian•4.9(50)Tempo is a new-wave Asian eatery and wine bar set beneath the railway arches in Bethnal Green. The menu reflects Chef Eric Wan’s Chinese-Vietnamese heritage - bold, punchy plates designed for sharing, cooked in our open kitchen with a seasonal, flavour-led approach.
Wine sits at the centre of the table. Curated by Dan Long, Isobel McFadden and Olivia Corrigan, the list moves from easy drinking to more adventurous bottles, alongside a rotating by-the-glass selection. Tell us what you’re in the mood for - we’ll take it from there.
Relaxed yet considered.
Settle in and move at your own tempo.The Water House Project
££££•British•4.9(127)The Water House Project is open for dinner Wednesday - Saturday 7pm and lunch on Saturday & Sunday at 1pm.
Founded by Chef Gabriel Waterhouse and Patricia Wakaimba, each service comprises exclusively of a single tasting menu with guests served at the same time. Our doors are open 15 minutes before if you wish to arrive early.
Discovery Menu – £100
Typically 11 servings
Alcoholic pairings - £60
Mixed pairings - £55
Non alcoholic pairings - £45
Available: Wednesday at 7pm, Saturday & Sunday lunch at 1pm
Our Discovery Menu offers a carefully curated selection of seasonal dishes
Signature Menu – £125
Typically 14 servings
Alcoholic pairings - £75
Mixed pairings - £60
Non alcoholic pairings - £50
Available: Thursday – Saturday at 7pm
The Signature Menu is a full expression of our seasonal philosophy
Da Terra
££££•International•4.7(20)Welcome to Da Terra.
Opening in January of 2019, Da Terra earned its first Michelin star after only 8 months. Following a very eventful 2020, the restaurant was then awarded its second star in the Michelin guide of 2021.
Da Terra is based on the idea of where we come from; our roots. It’s our relationships with the soil, nature, knowledge and people that bring us together.
Located inside the landmark Edwardian Town Hall Hotel, the dining room and lounge boast an elegant and contemporary look.
Chef Rafael Cagali is of Brazilian and Italian origins, and these influences intertwine in a skilful and playfully crafted menu founded on these countries’ traditions as well as his international experiences.
The intricately presented dishes are a symphony of flavours, deeply personal and comforting. The resulting cuisine showcases Cagali’s experimental style paired with world-class wines.Buen Ayre
££££•Argentinean•4.8(120)Argentina-raised John Rattagan was the family grill master from an early age, in a country where the asado (barbecue) enjoys near sacred status. Luckily for London, he left his homeland as a young man and set up Buen Ayre in the heart of trendy Hackney. The headline act is the steaks, served in a range of cuts with a simple garnish. Expect warm service, fine Argentine wines and the best steak you’ll taste in the capital.
Tiella Trattoria & Bar
££££•Italian•4.8(90)Tiella Trattoria & Bar is chef Dara Klein's debut restaurant, housed in a 170 year old former Victorian pub on London's iconic Columbia Road. Tiella is an homage to Dara's parents trattoria that she was raised in, Maria Pia's. Drawing on her Pugliese heritage and her upbringing in Emilia-Romagna, Dara's cooking focuses on regional specialities that change with the seasons. You can expect hand rolled pasta, unctuous braises and the best of both Italian and English produce.
There is a 30 cover dining room which you can book, a 15 cover bar which is walk in only and a spacious outdoor terrace. Tiella started as a kitchen residency at The Compton Arms pub, which ran for two years, building a loyal following and acclaim, including a listing in The Good Food Guide and the National Gastropub Awards. Tiella's new permanent site has a buzzy atmosphere with an open plan kitchen, plenty of natural light and beautiful wood panelling throughout.INIS
££££•Irish•4.8(237)Relaxed and friendly local set on the canal towpath on Fish Island, East London. Serving a seasonal menu of British and Irish food, coffee and drinks. Dog friendly. Outdoor seating.
Open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and Sunday lunch. Evenings from Summer.
Darling's Eatery and Studio
££££•Italian•4.6(120)Darling’s is a fresh pasta eatery in East London. Overlooking Olympic Park, the eatery is a hidden gem in Fish Island where the industrial and creative spaces converge. Roman Road, Bow, Hackney Wick and Victoria Park are just a stroll away from your weekly treat of freshly made pasta and wine from independent producers.
Egle Loit, a trained pasta chef, has previously popped up mostly around East and North London, creating a buzz with her pre-restaurant residency at Vestry House Museum in 2023.
Founder of Darling’s cares dearly about the craft that fresh pasta making requires. “One can turn humble ingredients into abundance with skill,” shares the restaurateur.
Darling’s is designed to be an open space to be shared between the guests and the team, therefore there are no barriers between the service area and the dining area. You’ll find yourself connecting by enjoying your meal at the shared table. Those, who like to hide away, can still do it at separate tables.Little Duck The Picklery
££££•European•4.7(225)A restaurant, wine bar and fermenting kitchen - we're open for lunch Wednesdays to Sundays and dinner all week.
Our menu changes monthly and our cooking is simple and seasonal. It's here we make all our seasonal ferments, pickles and drinks - all of which you can buy ready jarred from our fridge.
Our large kitchen counter is the centrepiece, and you’re invited to grab a seat, order something to eat and enjoy the workings of life in our kitchen. In the evening, the lights go down, dinner is served and you can enjoy wines by the glass and bottle from our ever-changing list of natural and biodynamic wines.
Tom's Pasta
££££•Italian•4.6(384)A neighbourhood restaurant serving fresh, handmade pasta and lasagne better than your mum's. Perfect for date nights, catch ups with friends and parties for larger groups.Wahaca Shoreditch
££££•Mexican•4.7(47)Vibrant, Mexican small plates, made with over 200 ingredients, everyday by talented chefs. Cocktails freshly shaken to order, from iconic margaritas, made with 100% blue agave tequila, to mezcalitas and beautifully crafted non-alc cocktails. A taste of authentic Mexican flavours from Oaxaca to Wahaca. With a relaxed, laid-back vibe, where everyone’s welcome, any time of day.
Cooking with fresh, local, ingredients, with a wide variety of vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dishes, Wahaca has been consistently recognised as a leading sustainable restaurant.
You’ll find Wahaca Shoreditch between Old Street Station and the vibrant heart of Shoreditch. Down the road from Brick Lane and Spitalfields Market. Everyone is always welcome for a relaxed catch up with friends, or better yet, start your night with tacos and margaritas before heading out into Shoreditch.
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- CCharmWorcestershire •2 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoGreat place, food was delicious and service was great! Friendly informative staff who knew the menu well. Definitely recommend 😁More infoMorito Hackney Road££££• Mediterranean• Hackney•4.6
- SShyLondon •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoThe food we had was amazing, but what was most outstanding was the service. Thank you we will definitely be back !!!More infoTiella Trattoria & Bar££££• Italian• Bethnal Green•4.8
- GGraceLondon •2 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoBrawn was one of the best meals we’ve had in a long time. Waitress was fantastic, super relaxed with the right level of attentiveness, food was perfect. Will 100% be recommending Brawn!!More infoBrawn££££• European• Bethnal Green•4.9
- JJulianGoldLondon •23 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoFantastic Chicken and Wild Garlic pie, great roast potatoes. Service was speedy and very friendly. Wish we had room for more the pie was so good but enormous!More infoThe Marksman Hackney££££• British• Hackney•4.7
- BBJGoldLondon •122 reviews4.0Dined on Jan 24, 2026We had a lovely breakfast at Ozone, the team who looked after us were excellent and the food was very good. Loved the fact it’s dog friendly and the person who seated us went out of her way to ensure we were comfortable. We will definitely be back, thank you!More infoOzone Coffee - London Fields££££• Café• Bethnal Green•4.5
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Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in East London is Table 23
The best vegan restaurants in East London are Love Shack, Unity Diner - Spitalfields and Bubala Spitalfields
The best vegetarian restaurants in East London are Teal by Sally Abé, Senza Fondo London and Unity Diner - Spitalfields
The restaurants with the best service in East London are ONYX Restaurant & Bar, Paper Tiger and Table 23
The restaurants with the best ambiance in East London are City Place, The Talbot Dalston and AMBER LEAF LONDON