The Old Ship is a classic British pub and boutique hotel at 2 Sylvester Path in central Hackney. It sits close to Hackney Empire, the Moth Club and Oslo, making it a convenient meeting place before or after a performance. The pub combines a relaxed bar and restaurant with ten guest rooms above, serving local visitors as well as people staying overnight.
The kitchen keeps its main offer focused on burgers and rotisserie chicken. Free range chicken is brined, seasoned and finished over flame for a juicy centre and deeply savoury skin. Burgers use prime British beef with homemade sauces and sides, while vegetarian choices and smaller plates give mixed groups useful alternatives.
Sunday lunch adds traditional roasts with potatoes, vegetables, gravy and familiar trimmings. Bar food and changing specials support quicker visits during the week, while generous main plates suit a full lunch or dinner. The straightforward menu is designed to pair naturally with a pint and the informal pace of a neighbourhood pub.
Craft beer and real ale share the bar with lager, wine, spirits and cocktails. Live sport, regular offers and private events keep the venue active throughout the week, with spaces available for large seated meals or standing celebrations. The combination of robust food, late opening and comfortable rooms makes The Old Ship a practical Hackney pub for both locals and visitors.
Address: 2 Sylvester Path, Hackney, London E8 1EN, United Kingdom