The Approach Tavern

You'll find yourself on the first floor of a converted Victorian building in Bethnal Green, surrounded by exposed brick and that particular East London charm that feels lived-in rather than designed. The Approach Tavern doesn't try too hard—there's no twee signage or Instagram-baiting cocktail menu, just a solid selection of cask ales, craft beers, and wines that suggest someone actually cares about what's going on behind the bar. It's the sort of place where locals genuinely know the staff, regulars have their spots, and conversation flows easily whether you're catching up with mates or chatting to a stranger about the match.