Down to Earth is a neighbourhood cafe at 168 Sandringham Road near Hackney Downs. The relaxed room and garden focus on breakfast, brunch and lunch, with Middle Eastern and Mediterranean flavours woven through familiar cafe dishes.
Shakshuka combines eggs with roasted vegetables, peppers, labneh and spiced pita, while other plates use pumpkin, aubergine, hummus, pickles, dukkah and za’atar. These ingredients give the menu warmth and depth without making every dish feel heavy.
Poached eggs, French toast, granola and a full cooked breakfast provide more recognisable brunch choices. Sandwiches filled with aubergine, halloumi, smoked salmon or ham broaden the lunch selection, and vegetarian options are a meaningful part of the range.
Coffee, tea, smoothies and freshly squeezed juices make the cafe suitable for a shorter visit as well as a full meal. Down to Earth is best for an unhurried daytime stop where distinctive seasoning, colourful plates and a friendly local atmosphere come together.
Address: 168 Sandringham Road, Hackney, London E8 2HS, England
Down To Earth Menu
Coffee
Espresso
Americano
Latte
Flat White
Macchiato
Cortado
Piccolo
Cappuccino
Chai Latte
Matcha
Hot Chocolate
Mocha
Iced Coffee
Iced Black Coffee
Iced Latte
Iced Mocha
Iced Matcha
Iced Chocolate
Tea
English Breakfast
Fresh Mint
Pot of Tea
Earl Grey, Chamomile, Refresher Green, Super Berries, Detox
Freshly Squeezed Juices
Zesty Glow
Carrot, orange, ginger, and lemon
Green Fusion
Apple, cucumber, spinach
Beat The Heat
Carrot, beetroot, apple, and lemon
Vibrant Roots
Apple, carrot, celery, beetroot, lemon, and ginger
Fresh Orange
Fresh Apple
Mixed
Carrot, apple, and orange; Turmeric, carrot, and orange
Smoothies
Berry Bliss
A blend of blackberries, strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and bananas.
Green Goodness
A mix of avocado, spinach, pear, mint, green apple, and melon.
Tropical Splash
Passion fruit, pineapple, and papaya.
Peachy Green
Kale, peach, broccoli, mango, and kiwi.
Sunshine Burst
Strawberries, mango, and banana.