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Top Rated in Hackney

Discover handpicked top rated in Hackney, London, with what to order first at each place.

Every place here is handpicked. Signal score shows how strong and consistent the review coverage is, not a star rating.

7 restaurants

1
Café Cecilia

Modern British / Irish · £££ · Hackney

90Signal

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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.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

2
Marksman Public House

British Gastropub · £££ · Hackney

89Signal

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Beef and Barley Bun

Regarded as Britain’s answer to the char siu bun, this 'glazed dome of soft bread' is filled with rich braised beef and served with a fiery horseradish cream. It is a 'gloriously simple' must-order.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

3
Big Night

British-Japanese Skewers / Izakaya · ££ · Hackney

85Signal

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Chicken and Spring Onion Skewer

Universally praised as a 'jubilation' of charred, juicy thighs that 'practically burst in the mouth' and offer the savoury goodness one craves when 'teetering on tipsy.'

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

4
The Laughing Heart

Modern European · ££££ · Hackney

84Signal

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Deep-fried Stuffed Olives

Stuffed with Thai-fragranced pork, these 'salty little explosives' were a signature snack that defined the menu across various chef tenures.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

5
Brat x Climpson's Arch

Basque / British Seafood · ££££ · Hackney

82Signal

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Whole Grilled Turbot

The restaurant's namesake ('Brat' is Old English for turbot); it is slow-grilled over smouldering embers until the vinegar-spritzed skin 'both crisps and softens.'

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

6
DALLA

Italian · £££ · Hackney

82Signal

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Tiramisu

Described as 'superlative' and quintessential Italian comfort food, this dish is a staple of the restaurant's nostalgic charm and was even selected for Charli xcx's wedding menu.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

7
Pockets

Israeli · £ · Hackney

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Falafel in Pitta

The 'legendary' and 'Insta-famous' main event featuring a stone-baked pita that is 'incredibly fluffy' and 'stuffed full to bursting' with freshly fried falafel and house-made sauces.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

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