The Water Poet
A rambling Victorian pub with multiple rooms, each with its own personality. Live music ranges from indie bands to spoken word while dogs lounge under tables loaded with elevated pub grub.
About The Water Poet
## Multiple Personalities
This sprawling Folgate Street institution defies categorization. The front bar channels traditional pub vibes while the back room transforms into an intimate gig venue. Upstairs dining areas offer refuge from the crowds below.
## What to Order
The fish and chips earned a cult following among Spitalfields market workers. Weekend brunch brings smoked salmon Benedict and bottomless prosecco. Their burger consistently ranks among East London's finest.
## When to Visit
Check their events calendar for everything from folk sessions to comedy nights. Sunday afternoons see families with dogs sprawled across the beer garden. Weeknight dinner service offers the most relaxed experience.
## Booking Strategy
Tables upstairs can be reserved for dining. The main bar operates on a first-come basis. Arrive early for popular gigs as the music room fills quickly.