Cafe East

Cafe East is a much-loved, family-run cafe on Roman Road in Bow -- a warm, characterful local institution that has been a fixture on the street for many years. Often busy, especially at weekends and on Roman Road market days, Cafe East has the kind of genuine community atmosphere that is increasingly hard to find in East London's rapidly changing neighbourhood landscape. The Urban Makers Roman Road guide describes it simply as "a family-run cafe full of character -- very popular and often busy."

The menu covers classic British and Italian cafe staples: full English breakfasts, eggs on toast, bacon and sausage sandwiches, pasta, panini, hot drinks and a generous selection of cakes and pastries. A cash-in-hand, no-frills operation that has earnt its loyal following through consistent quality, generous portions and the warmth of its family staff. A genuinely satisfying Roman Road experience. Open daily from morning.