Guidebook for Greater London
Food Scene
The food may not be much more than reasonably above-average caff grub, but the atmosphere and decor are second to none. Opened in 1900, and still in the hands of the same family, Pellicci’s is an east London landmark. It has an almost opulent feel, harking back to a time when caff culture was king. Chrome-lined Vitrolite panels line the outside, and the wood-panelled interior is filled with Formica tables and art deco touches. Food is still prepared with pride every day by Mama Maria – queen of the kitchen since 1961.
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E Pellicci
332 Bethnal Green RdThe food may not be much more than reasonably above-average caff grub, but the atmosphere and decor are second to none. Opened in 1900, and still in the hands of the same family, Pellicci’s is an east London landmark. It has an almost opulent feel, harking back to a time when caff culture was king. Chrome-lined Vitrolite panels line the outside, and the wood-panelled interior is filled with Formica tables and art deco touches. Food is still prepared with pride every day by Mama Maria – queen of the kitchen since 1961.
The Corner Room strikes a happy medium between impressive and approachable. That’s the only way in which it’s medium, though. The food, overseen by the perfectionist, thoughtfully experimental Nuno Mendes, is consistently excellent, and the short, alluring wine list and young, engaged staff in their black uniforms are also some way above average. The short menu (about five dishes per course) is a terse list of ingredients that barely hints at the complexities on the plate, which invariably holds more flavours than billed and a primer’s worth of technique. It’s all in the service of flavour rather than cheffy showing-off, and presented attractively rather than as art.
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Corner Room
8 Patriot SquareThe Corner Room strikes a happy medium between impressive and approachable. That’s the only way in which it’s medium, though. The food, overseen by the perfectionist, thoughtfully experimental Nuno Mendes, is consistently excellent, and the short, alluring wine list and young, engaged staff in their black uniforms are also some way above average. The short menu (about five dishes per course) is a terse list of ingredients that barely hints at the complexities on the plate, which invariably holds more flavours than billed and a primer’s worth of technique. It’s all in the service of flavour rather than cheffy showing-off, and presented attractively rather than as art.
The hipster count is high, but the welcome and service are friendly, and there’s a level of professionalism here that’s missing from many East End restaurants. The kitchen is capable of highs – duck confit with puy lentils and mushrooms was a stellar version – but a steady B-plus is more usual. Pricing is variable too – the generous prix fixe costs £17.50 for three good-sized courses, while a tiny portion of cured salmon salad with beetroot and horseradish remoulade was £14 (we can’t imagine what the £8 size looks like).
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Bistrotheque
23-27 Wadeson StThe hipster count is high, but the welcome and service are friendly, and there’s a level of professionalism here that’s missing from many East End restaurants. The kitchen is capable of highs – duck confit with puy lentils and mushrooms was a stellar version – but a steady B-plus is more usual. Pricing is variable too – the generous prix fixe costs £17.50 for three good-sized courses, while a tiny portion of cured salmon salad with beetroot and horseradish remoulade was £14 (we can’t imagine what the £8 size looks like).
Drinks & Nightlife
Having jumped ship from Shoreditch this New Orleans-inspired spot on Roman Road is easily one of the best bars in Bethnal Green. In fact, it's previously been voted one of the best bars in the world for it's eclectic drinks menu, gorgeous decor and buzzing atmosphere.
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NOLA | Roman Road
Shoreditch High StreetHaving jumped ship from Shoreditch this New Orleans-inspired spot on Roman Road is easily one of the best bars in Bethnal Green. In fact, it's previously been voted one of the best bars in the world for it's eclectic drinks menu, gorgeous decor and buzzing atmosphere.
Casual drinks in Bethnal Green with a pub twang? Let The Star be your guide. A great and laid-back haunt to grab a pint, try out a pub quiz or enjoy a good old fashioned roast come Sunday afternoon in the heart of East London, stick around for one after work and find yourself leaving after three or four more.
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The Star of Bethnal Green
359 Bethnal Green RoadCasual drinks in Bethnal Green with a pub twang? Let The Star be your guide. A great and laid-back haunt to grab a pint, try out a pub quiz or enjoy a good old fashioned roast come Sunday afternoon in the heart of East London, stick around for one after work and find yourself leaving after three or four more.
Located in the seriously cool Paradise Row, Resident is a laid-back and relaxed restaurant and bar in Bethnal Green. Featuring exposed brick walls and intimate seating, the venue serves hearty British dishes such as grilled sea bass and pork belly, as well as having a wide selection of craft ales and wines.
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Resident of Paradise Row
252 Paradise RowLocated in the seriously cool Paradise Row, Resident is a laid-back and relaxed restaurant and bar in Bethnal Green. Featuring exposed brick walls and intimate seating, the venue serves hearty British dishes such as grilled sea bass and pork belly, as well as having a wide selection of craft ales and wines.