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Islington Inn

Name: Islington Inn
Address: 366 Essex Road, London, GB

★★★·7.4/ 10Good

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📍366 Essex Road · London ↗

📞1326224674910·Official site ↗

Lift / ElevatorStaff adhere to local safety protocolsGuest rooms disinfected between staysCleaning standards that are effective against CoronavirusFire extinguishersSmoke alarmsAll 13 facilities +

Review

Official

This charming hotel is situated in Islington. The establishment comprises 41 cosy rooms. Islington Inn is an ideal base for business trips, long weekend breaks, sight-seeing trips, visits to London theatres, museums, galleries, historic buildings and all the other attractions that London has to offer. Those staying at this hotel may surf on the internet thanks to the Wi-Fi access ready to use on public areas. The property provides 24-hour reception. Pets are not allowed at Islington Inn. Hotel is not serving breakfast due to pandemic and until further notice.

Guest scores & sentiment

From 80 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-21

Guests consistently praise the convenient location, friendly staff, and decent value, making it a practical choice for short stays. However, rooms are often tiny, facilities are dated, and cleanliness varies. Poor soundproofing and inconsistent bed comfort are common drawbacks.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Service8.0

Location8.0

Value7.2

Wi-Fi7.1

Cleanliness7.1

Rooms6.9

Surroundings6.6

Facilities6.4

＋ PraisedExcellent location and amenities · Friendly and helpful staff · Good value for money · Friendly staff

－ ComplaintsSmall and outdated rooms · Poor soundproofing and noise · Uncomfortable beds · Hygiene concerns

KEYSuitable for budget travelers needing a short stopover near transport and shops. Manage expectations regarding room size, facility age, and noise levels.

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Goodbye Horses

Traditional British · Bib

££

There’s so much going for this former pub which has been transformed into a wine bar and restaurant with a young, on-trend vibe. The place is packed with East London’s coolest diners, many of them at shared tables and all delighting in a concise menu based around high-quality, seasonal British produce. The treacle tart makes for a wonderful end to the meal – and if your sweet tooth is still not satisfied, the same people run The Dreamery ice cream shop across the road. The eclectic wine list specialises in natural options, which the affable and knowledgeable team will happily guide you through

481m

The Clove Club

Creative · ★★ Michelin

££££

Go for the house martini as you enjoy an array of snacks like crispy buttermilk chicken and crab dumpling that precede the start of The Clove Club's multi-course set menu. The roll-call of prime British ingredients includes Orkney scallops, Wiltshire trout, Torbay prawns, Herdwick lamb and Middle White pork – all starring in seasonally pertinent dishes where their natural flavours are allowed to shine through. The historic surroundings of Shoreditch Town Hall provide the perfect backdrop, with the open-plan kitchen adding a little more theatre to proceedings.

2.1km

Casa Fofō

Modern Cuisine · ★ Michelin

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There’s no paper menu handed out at this cosy little spot tucked away in a parade of shops off Dalston High Road; just trust the chefs in the open kitchen who’ll produce an intriguing, enjoyable and fairly priced set dinner that’ll leave you feeling sated and contented. The chefs know their butchery and make good use of techniques like pickling and fermenting. Aged Cornish mackerel could be followed by almond anolini; lamb can feature firstly as a broth and then as three different cuts. Consider going for the pairing of natural wines.

1.8km

Cadet

Modern British, Mediterranean Cuisine · Bib

££

The brainchild of wine importers and a charcutier, Cadet is a compact bar and shop selling, unsurprisingly, wine and charcuterie. During the week, you can just enjoy some simple bar snacks alongside the wonderful selection of largely French wines. Yet from Thursday to Sunday, a blackboard appears, listing a treasure trove of well-priced and generously flavoured dishes. Expect the likes of pâté en croûte, excellently seasoned rillettes and slip sole with Café de Paris butter. The chatty team will help guide you through the array of enticing wines.

776m

Plates London

Vegan, Vegetarian · ★ Michelin

££££

There’s an appropriately earthy, natural vibe to this elegant restaurant dedicated to promoting plant-based cuisine. The slate floor, warm hues and rustic plastering help it feel stripped-back yet stylish, with some counter seating providing another on-trend touch. Chef Kirk Haworth – who founded Plates with his sister Keeley – brings his strong classical technique to bear on inventive and inviting vegan dishes that give vegetables the respect they deserve. The maitake mushroom with black bean mole is superb, while the raw cocoa gateau is a real treat to finish.

2.1km

Primeur

Modern British · Bib

££

There's something so appealing about the simplicity of a restaurant like Primeur. A proper neighbourhood operation, it comes with stripped-back décor, a handwritten blackboard menu and a relaxed, bustling atmosphere. Diners can sit around large communal tables or up at the counters around the edges of the room. The cooking, for its part, avoids overcomplication and puts the ingredients first, as evidenced by grilled pork chop with roquefort butter. Ensure you save room for dessert, too, especially if the textbook custard tart is on the menu.

1.1km

Behind

Seafood · ★ Michelin

££££

In the middle of an ersatz-industrial space sits a horseshoe-shaped counter with 18 seats, allowing diners to see ‘behind’ the scenes. Every seat has a view of the chefs in action and it is they who serve the dishes and explain their construction and make-up with palpable pride. The surprise seasonal menu consists of around 10 contrasting and creative courses. The focus is on seafood and dishes could include brill with black pudding, Orkney scallops with smoked kipper cream, and delicious Sicilian red prawns. As everyone is served together, it’s important to arrive on time.

2.3km

Legado

Spanish · ★ Michelin

£££

Chef Nieves Barragán Mohacho brings all her experience to bear at this joyous Spanish restaurant in Shoreditch. If you’re a couple, then sit at the comfortable counter to take in the skills and the choreography of the large kitchen brigade. However many dishes you order to share – from succulent suckling pig or herb-crusted rabbit shoulder, to crisp ‘gambas cristal’ or lamb sweetbreads with orzo – you’re bound to end up ordering even more when you see them go past. An all-Spanish wine list and the delightful, enthusiastic service team add to the experience.

2.4km

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Islington Inn

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