The best beer gardens in Hackney London

The diverse, eclectic, and multi-faceted surrounds of Hackney truly make it one of London's coolest, and most sought-after boroughs. From the buzzing streets of Hackney Central to the trendy canal side of Hackney Wick, the enticing green spaces of London Fields to the glamour of Hackney Empire; it's truly one of the places to be in London.

Yet, for all the clamour to live and go out around Hackney, there are still so many hidden gems when it comes to a good pint, especially when it comes to a good pint in a sun-soaked beer garden. Well, that's where we come in. Below, you can find our list of the very best beer gardens in Hackney, so you and your pals can be satiated and satisfied when the sun next beams down. Scroll down and check out our picks!

Pub On The Park

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Address: 19 Martello St, London E8 3PE

Found on the edge of one of Hackney's best green spaces, London Fields, Pub On The Park is a boozer that does what it says on the tin, and does it very well indeed.

A three-minute walk from Hackney Empire, the pub provides a beer garden that has great views of the park, is covered in case of the English weather, has excellent sports coverage, and (most importantly) has a solid selection of pints and a kitchen inhabited by Pitboss, who provide smokehouse flavours and genuine American BBQ. Get yourself down and experience one of Hackney's best beer gardens.

People's Park Tavern

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Address: 360 Victoria Park Rd, London E9 7BT

A Hackney pub through and through, the Peoples Park Tavern doesn't take its name lightly, and proudly brands itself as a pub for the people, inspired by the people. One thing is for sure, the people don't half love their beer garden!

Nestled in the heart of Victoria Park, their secret garden is one the largest in London, and it's the escape from the hustle and bustle you've been searching for. With a BBQ Kitchen, pop-up cocktail bar, and tap wall, there are few spots in Hackney better.

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No90 Hackney Wick

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Address: 90 Wallis Rd, London E9 5LN

Over the years, No90 Hackney Wick has become somewhat of an institution in the area. The canalside bar and restaurant is nestled in the heart of the East End, and its stunning and spacious canalside beer garden is a thing of legend. 

A champion of art, whether through its iconic murals or monthly exhibitions from local, up-and-coming, and established artists; An exponent of great music, with an engaging and varied weekly music program that supports local musicians and collectives; and a supplier of incredible food and drink, through their scrumptious selection of small and large plates, and bar stocked with craft brews both local and international; No90 Hackney Wick is a stunning destination, with an even better beer garden. 

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The Adam and Eve

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Address: 155 Homerton High St, London E9 6AS

A hidden gem of the Hackney Homerton area, The Adam and Eve is a pub that oozes cool and has a truly special beer garden to go along with it; one that's eclectism and intimacy is tough to beat. 

A handsomely restored Edwardian pub, established in 1915 and re-established in 2014, The Adam and Eve is not only a cosy corner to catch up with your pals. They have a wicked selection of DJ listings, spaces to watch all the sports you want, an excellent selection of suds, and a famous L-shaped pool table (yep, you read that right) to try your skills on - don’t worry if you’re a traditionalist, they've got a standard table too. An effortlessly cool space, with an enviously good beer garden. 

CRATE Brewery

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Address: Unit 7 Queen's Yard, London E9 5EN

A truly inspiring and multi-faceted space on the canals of Hackney Wick, CRATE Brewery is one of the best beer gardens in Hackney if you love waterside pints and top-drawer pizza to go alongside.

The White Building, in which CRATE is housed, is also home to resident artists and Silo, the Michelin Stared Zero-waste restaurant; it's truly special. But where CRATE is concerned, you craft beer devotees couldn't ask for better. With a high-quality core range of beers brewed in partnership with Purity Brewing, rotating guest lines showcasing the best of the craft beer world, and fridges packed with handpicked gems. Their hand-rolled and stone-baked pizzas are to die for too. Book a table and find out all about it!

Find events at CRATE Brewery - HERE

Lord Napier Star

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Address: 25 White Post Ln, London E9 5ER

An unmissable pub in the Hackney Wick area, the Lord Napier Star is as much of a piece of art as a quality boozer. From its graffiti-laden exterior; to its industrial, and equally graffiti-filled beer garden and rooftop terrace; to its art-deco interior; this is a pub that's loud, and proud about it. 

In the 25 years before it re-opened as a pub, the space hosted countless raves, squatters, good-time gals, and guys looking to keep the party going – now it's their turn to keep the party embers burning, and boy are they doing it. 

The Star By Hackney Downs

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Address: 35 Queensdown Rd, Lower Clapton, London E5 8JQ

Truly one of the best pubs in Hackney Downs, the corner lot and beer garden sat on it make The Star By Hackney Downs an icon of the area, that prides itself on being a pub for the Hackney community.

With an interior and exterior smothered in eclectic fairground decor, a sumptuous selection of cocktails and craft beer, and Hackney Downs Park on their doorstep (they even offer takeaway cups if you fancy having your beer in the park!), this pub is truly a cornerstone of the area, and a must visit when searching for the best beer gardens in Hackney.

Find events at The Star By Hackney Downs - HERE

Chesham Arms

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Address: East London Public House, 15 Mehetabel Rd, London E9 6DU

A cosy and historic Local pub that was valiantly saved by the community from redevelopment, the Chesham Arms is a proper boozer, and a proper hidden gem of the Hackney Central area at that. Award-winning and features an ever-changing range of six beers, two ales and one cider, as well as a selection of fine wines and spirits. 

One of its best assets, however, is its huge green and leafy beer garden that has a real homely vibe and is always packed when the summer comes around. A true local hero, and one that is always worth popping in for a pint. 

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