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River Side East
★ 4.0(1 review)Restaurant
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About the Vibe
Tucked into East Village with sweeping views of the ArcelorMittal Orbit, Riverside East has become the go-to spot for locals wanting a proper night out without the Stratford Centre crowds. You'll find yourself drawn to their rooftop terrace for sunset drinks, or staying inside for their surprisingly solid Sunday roast—especially the sirloin that locals swear by. The place pulls double duty as a sports bar during West Ham games and a chill brunch haunt on weekends, making it one of the few spots in East London that actually feels like a community hub rather than just another chain.
Known For
- •Sunday roast
- •Sixes Cricket
- •West Ham Fanzone
- •rooftop terrace views
Best For
weekend brunchsports viewinggroup dinners
1 review
City InsidersEditorialApril 7, 2026
Solid local spot with great views
Riverside East feels like the kind of place your East London friends have been quietly recommending for months. The rooftop terrace is genuinely one of the best spots for sunset drinks in the area—you get those iconic Orbit views without the tourist crowds you'd find at nearby venues. The food is solid if not groundbreaking; the Sunday roast is the main draw here, with the sirloin being cooked properly pink and tender.
It's not perfect—the service can get stretched during big football matches, and the menu leans heavily on pub classics—but that's part of the charm. This isn't a place for a romantic candlelit dinner; it's for groups, for watching the game, for grabbing a proper meal after a day of exploring Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. The Sixes Cricket addition has been a smart move, giving families and friends something active to do before dinner.