MAP Maison

On Kingsland Road in Hackney, MAP Maison is a refined yet dynamic East London haunt where art, music, design, food and mixology converse with ease. By day it charms with a chic, tapas-style afternoon tea and an easygoing all-day menu; by night it shifts gear into a vibrant cocktail bar. The effect is a seamless day-to-night rhythm that feels both polished and playfully creative.

The room is a visual feast: stunning tiles, dark wooden cabinets, exposed brick and rose-copper accents set an elegant stage. Guests can delve deeper with masterclasses, explore private liquor cabinets, or take home signature bottled cocktails crafted by the in-house MAP Lab team, available at the bar or online.

In the kitchen, the mood is comfort with a cosmopolitan twist. Think Mediterranean-leaning bites brushed with smoky ’nduja and teriyaki, indulgent burgers layered with Emmental and caramelised onion, faithful bowls of carbonara or spaghetti bolognese, and Neapolitan pizzas from margherita to Carciofo crowned with fior di latte, garlic oil and olives. Flavours are familiar yet flirtatious, made for sharing or savouring solo.

Behind the bar, a serious spirit collection takes centre stage, including one of the largest whisky collections in Europe and the second largest selection of Japanese whisky in the UK. It is a haven for aficionados and a playground for cocktail lovers alike. Drop in for a daytime nibble or linger late for night-time sips; however you like it, neat or with a twist, MAP Maison serves a dram good time.