"Overlooking Kingsland Basin, Toconoco is a little waterside oasis a short stroll from Dalston. The pushchairs by the door and soft toys on the counter of the bright and breezy Japanese cafe indicate that small people are very much welcomed guests. In fact, while half the space is canteen-like with bowls of bouncy udon and plates of satisfying mackerel onigiri on tables, half is set up as a kids’ play area. If miracles occur and the baby falls asleep (OK, that’s a big if when there’s a whole lot of sensory play on offer), head to the small, covered alfresco terrace for a more peaceful coffee and slice of nutty black sesame cheesecake." - heidi lauth beasley, jake missing, rianne shlebak, daisy meager
Aleksandra Boruch
