Mother Kelly's

This modern taproom near Bethnal Green has bare wood floors, graffitied walls, and long communal tables, and it’s set beneath a cool, old railway arch. The owners pride themselves on stocking a massive selection of craft beers, on tap and in bottles, so you’re bound to find something that excites you. If they have Pale Fire from Pressure Drop Brewery on tap, get one. It’s crisp and refreshing, but so popular that it can be quite hard to find as they’re only a small brewery. It’s almost legendary in east London, the gold standard of what a modern pale ale can be.