The Spurstowe Arms

Head down Greenwood Road in Walthamstow and you'll find yourself in the kind of pub that actually feels like it belongs to the people who drink there. The Spurstowe Arms has that rare quality of being both welcoming to newcomers and genuinely beloved by regulars—the sort of place where staff remember your order and the vibe never tips into trying too hard. The space manages to feel relaxed without being scruffy, and there's proper care taken with both the beer selection and the food coming out of the kitchen. It's exactly the neighbourhood local East London needed.