Barge East
HACKNEY WICK · £££

Barge East

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A 125-year-old Dutch barge named De Hoop, sailed across the North Sea in 2018 and moored on the River Lee in Hackney Wick. Below decks serves seasonal British menus with produce from the riverside garden; outside, a big terrace spills onto the towpath.

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What to actually expect.

Spend honestly

The tasting menu runs around £39 a head and garden mains £12 to £14. Reviewers flag the cost as high relative to portion size, especially in the garden.

Best in warm months

The terrace and garden are the main draw. Below-decks dinner is the premium offering and needs booking well ahead.