This is a hidden gem near Hackney Central, definitely worth the trek. It's very alternative, and a…read morewelcome change to the millions of Starbuckses popping up all over the place. There's a book exchange library, great coffees and amazing vegan cakes, comfy sofas which makes it look more like your living room than a cafe, and a varying menu, cos there are different specials every day (but they also have the best burgers ever!). Most of the food is organic, which means for a meal you're expecting to pay about a fiver or six quid, and 100% animal free, and the workers are all volunteers in a workers co-operative...this does mean you have to be a bit patient with them but service is generally good if not entertaining, and there's always a really chilled out atmosphere. They also do free film nights on some Mondays, and have other events like Free Shops, making it a great community space as well as a restaurant. I rate this place!