Hackney’s Laughing Heart is a late-night gem serving inventive European small plates paired with a stellar natural wine list in a cozy, mellow vibe.
"For deep-pocketed wine nerds in search of choicy, deep-cut bottles, this Haggerston hot spot is a must-visit."
"Go full restaurant-mode at home with owner Charlie Mellor and chef Tom Anglesea. Currently working with a slimmed down menu, but expect an array of dumplings to be finished off at home with condiments, decadent extra add-ons and wines at retail prices via Big Night." - Angela Hui, Shekha Vyas
"East London’s favourite late-night wine bar is now delivering bread, frozen dumplings, charcuterie, as well as finish-at-home meals like parmigiana and beef shin stew." - Oliver Feldman, Heidi Lauth Beasley, Jake Oliver, Rianne Shlebak
"You need your privacy. Not because you’re a celebrity or plan on discussing state secrets over your G&T, but because right now it’s kind of nice to get together with people without wondering if you should be wearing a full hazmat suit. Enter the Laughing Heart’s private space, The Cave. It’s available for private discos that are less secondary school, mini-pizza vibes, and more grown-up fun. Expect a cool, slightly moody space, great snacks, and your own private bar. Head to their website for the details." - Heidi Lauth Beasley
"The Laughing Heart arguably sounds like the self-help book we all need right now, but it’s actually a cool, neighbourhood spot in Hackney that is super popular with locals thanks its eclectic menu and, importantly, its great selection of wines. Click here to see their reds, whites, fizz, rosé, spirits, and skin contact options that start from £19. They’re delivering in and around Hackney." - Heidi Lauth Beasley, Jake Oliver
