Barge East

Description

With sustainability at its core, Barge East offers a seasonal a la carte and 'super sustainable specials' & a Sunday roast menus using readily available produce and ingredients from Barge East's on-site gardens and local suppliers. 

Moored on the River Lee in Hackney Wick, the historic 125-year-old Dutch barge has been transformed from its former life as a cargo barge in Holland into a floating restaurant and bar in East London. Sitting adjacent to its sister venue, riverside street food and bar Barge East Gardens & Terrace. 

Offering a variety of dining experiences in its authentic spaces:

  • The Lower Deck Main Dining Room based in the hull of the barge offering views of the chef's kitchen
  • The Upper Deck for heated covered or uncovered outdoor spaces boasting 360 degree riverside views of London's skyline
  • Exclusive dining experience in the secluded Captain's Cabin for groups of 4 to 8 - a quaint, fairy lit space located behind the Captains wheel, guests can play their own music and decorate the cabin to help theme their occasion. 
  • The Canopy - a beautiful private dining space for up to 26 guests with views of the Gardens and river. 

For street food and drinks sourced from local suppliers and brewers, head to Barge East Gardens and Terrace, our adjacent riverside gardens.

Barge East has been proudly awarded the coveted Newcomer Award at the 2021 Catey Awards, the equivalent to an Oscar in the restaurant world, other accolades for this unique dining experience in East London include London’s #1 Restaurant 2019 - 2020 and Travellers' Choice 2020 and 2021 by Tripadvisor.  

What's on

Offers
Offer Availability
Bottomless Lunch
Saturday Bottomless Drinks | Includes two courses — a starter & a main — alongside 90 minutes of bottomless drinks, subject to availability, £49 per person. What’s Included: Prosecco, Aperitivo Spritz,, Lager, Cider, No & low alcohol drinks, Soft drinks, Desserts and selected menu items are available to add on with a supplement cost on the day.

Info
  • Experience, Daytime, Brunch
  • Drinkonomical £
  • Taking Bookings
  • None
  • By the Water, Heated Outdoor Space, Outdoor Dining
  • Booking required

Hours
Day Open Close Notes
Monday 12:00 23:30 Private Hire Only.
Tuesday 12:00 23:30 Private Hire Only.
Wednesday 12:00 23:30 Private Hire Only.
Thursday 16:00 23:30
Friday 16:00 0:00
Saturday 12:00 0:00
Sunday 12:00 22:30

Special opening hours

Day Open Close Notes
Monday 26th January 2026 19:00 23:00

Location

Address

Barge East, Floating neighbourhood restaurant, E9 5EN

Area

Hackney

Nearest Station

Hackney Wick (Rail)

Barge East

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Menus
  • Cuisines

    This venue serves British, Vegan Friendly, Vegetarian Friendly, European and Fine Dining food.

  • A word from the chef:

    At Barge East, every dish tells a story of the seasons, the soil, and the passionate team behind it all. Our menu is rooted in sustainability and driven by flavour, shaped by what’s growing in our riverside gardens and sourced thoughtfully from local farmers, butchers, and fishmongers who share our values. We cook with purpose. That means using every part of the produce where possible, keeping waste to a minimum, and letting the natural character of each ingredient shine. From homegrown herbs to foraged garnishes, and beer brewed with our own hops, we aim to create food that’s exciting, nourishing, and respectful of the planet. Thank you for dining with us aboard this historic barge, we hope you enjoy eating this food as much as we’ve enjoyed creating it. Bon appétit!

Private Hire
Name Type Capacity
Seated		 Capacity
Standing		 Cost Min spend
Midweek*		 Min spend
Weekend*
Barge East - full venue hire Venue Hire 50 120 - 2750 5000

Located riverside in Hackney Wick, East London, our quirky floating restaurant and riverside gardens, Terrace & Riverside Rooftop offer a plethora of spaces & experiences. We are a charming and versatile space that have hosted a range of different events, from corporate work parties to weddings and product launches.

Steeped maritime charm, our 124-year-old Dutch Barge is a testament to timeless elegance. Transformed into an award-winning restaurant, 'De Hoop' exudes a unique charm with a 90-person capacity, making it an intimate and unforgettable setting for your event.
Top deck Rooftop 50 90 - 1000 2000
Captains Cabin Private Room 10 15 - 50 200
Lower Deck Venue Hire 50 70 - 750 1500

* The minimum spends are a guideline only and vary according to the day and time of the year.

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