Queen's Arms

Head down Orford Road and you'll find yourself in the sort of pub that doesn't need to try too hard. The Queen's Arms has that comfortable, lived-in feel—the kind of spot where regulars know the bar staff's names and tourists genuinely feel welcome. The vibe is unpretentious and genuinely local, which is exactly what you want from a Walthamstow pub. You're getting good-quality drinks, proper food (not gastropub faffery, just food done well), and a space that feels like it actually belongs to the community rather than some corporate outfit. It's the type of place you pop into for one drink and somehow end up staying for three.