Bars & Pubs

  • Dove Kitchen & Freehouse

     
  • Perhaps it's the draw of the wonderful beer selection (over 100 Belgian beers, 17 beers on tap, including Delirium Tremens 9%, Belle-Vue Kriek and Früli, at least four real ales and guest beers), but the popularity of this place is beginning to divide its customers. Fans love the cosy candlelit nooks, the board games, the vibe and the extensive menu (own-made burgers, sausages with mash, huge Sunday roasts and pub glasses of chips), while detractors have experienced overbearing (even rude) staff and found the food underwhelming. We've experienced both, and hope that what was once Hackney's finest regains its crown.

  • Time Out Bars, Pubs & Clubs Guide 2008/9

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  1. Posted by girl talk on 26 Feb 2009 11:54

    This pub is fab. Went there the other day ans discovered the games shelf. Even saw people bringing in their own chess sets. How civilised. Of course they have great Belgian beer, which is strong so be careful.
    I had the credit cruch beef stew at a fiver with bread. A bargain !

  2. Posted by Ivana on 26 Feb 2009 10:19

    I love the Dove. It has really improved towards the end last year. We had great Christmas lunch there with two disabled mates. One of the only pubs in Hackney/Broadway market where all are welcome and access easy. Food especially burgers highly recommended.

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  • Details

  • 24-28 Broadway Market, Hackney, E8 4QJ
  • Area: Hackney
  • Tel: 7275 7617
  • www.belgianbars.com
  • Category: Bars & Pubs
  • Travel: London Fields rail
  • Times: Open: noon-11pm Mon-Thur, Sun; noon-midnight Fri, Sat, Food served: noon-10pm Mon-Thur, Sun; noon-11pm Fri, Sat
  • Credit cards: MC, V
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