HOAX

In Dalston, Hoax brings modern Italian cooking with a wink.

Rooted in family recipes and guided by the seasons, the kitchen balances comfort and curiosity, pairing time-honoured techniques with East London flair. It’s the kind of place where fresh pasta takes centre stage and classic flavours feel renewed without losing their heritage.

Plates move seamlessly from Roman artichokes lifted by Parmesan foam and roasted hazelnuts to red prawn carpaccio brightened with a tangy citrus gel, blood orange and a whisper of lavender oil.

First courses lead the charge, from spinach spaghetti strewn with datterino tomatoes, plant butter and pine nuts to a silken cacio e pepe. Larger plates feature aubergine lacquered in an Italian miso glaze and cod in a velvety beurre blanc with clams, before the signature tiramisu steals the finale.

The mood’s spirited and welcoming, equally primed for date nights, celebratory suppers, and late-night lingering. Beyond the dining room, a hidden speakeasy-style lounge crafts refreshments that nod to Italian classics while tipping its hat to London’s creative edge.

Settle in, savour the moment, and let the evening unspool. Ready to lean into the intrigue? Book a table, uncover the speakeasy, and let Hoax turn the familiar into a delicious little twist!