Freddles Bar

You'll find Freddles tucked beneath Papi Restaurant on Mentmore Terrace in Walthamstow—the kind of spot that rewards you for knowing where to look. It's got that basement bar energy done right: moody lighting, a bartender who knows what they're doing, and drinks that taste like someone actually cared about the recipe. The crowd here skews toward people who appreciate craft over trends, which means you can actually have a conversation without shouting over a playlist that's trying too hard.