Mother Kelly's in Tower Hamlets

A huge wall of beer fridges and big tap menu means there's a lot of interesting stuff here for beer nerds to appreciate, so I could spend a lot of time and money here! Plenty of space to sit inside and out the front. They have some meat and cheese board type food available, but also you can order from the burger place next door and they will bring it to your table.

Good beer good atmosphere nice place to meet.

Really nice relaxed place, no steps, lots of space between lots of tables inside as well as a nice outdoor area. Burgers can be ordered from next door and there is a great selection of beers including sours. There is a wall of fridges with cans and bottles for take always and the staff are friendly. I didn’t use the toilets so can’t comment on them! Will definitely be back

OK place to sit and have a beer. tucked in away from the main road lots of options, friendly atmos.

Perfect bar with nice people. Specialy nat and teddy. Have nice locals beer

Good craft beer options in nice surroundings.

New favourite bottle shop. The range on tap was awesome and the fact you can get whatevers on tap canned is immense. There'll never be another bottle shop for me now Five stars isn't enough!!!

Exactly what a craft beer experience should be about - Chris was a friendly, cheerful host happy to chat with his patrons, nice selection on offer and lovely atmosphere. Worth making the trip for even not being a local.

Great service, delicious beer. The only problem is the prices. I understand that a beer can cost 6 pounds because this is how the country fights alcoholism, but for sparkling water, a small bottle, to cost almost 4 pounds?? It's better to buy beer.

Great vibe, friendly staff, massive range of alcoholic drinks and now they always have non-alcoholic beer on draft as well as in the fridges. It's great for a social drink after climbing at BethWall just round the corner. They genuinely listen to customer feedback to make it even better and when we booked for a big birthday party they really went the extra mile to make it special.

Great place to get local beer. Cozy atmosphere and very friendly staff.

Decent number of taps, but not a great enoigh variety between styles, for my liking, given the number of taps. Nice enough craft joint/crèche, nonetheless.

Fabulous staff recommendation. Tried boxcar which is local beer with rally smooth taste.

Really good selection of over 20 craft ales. I didn't eat here so can't comment on it. Really friendly staff, especially the guy from Brittany.

This was a lovely place to spend an hour or so. Decent selection on draft and a good range in the fridges. Nice atmosphere, felt fairly chilled. Would definitely come back.

Great space with good vibes and top tier beers at a reasonable price. Grab some of the sweet chilli rice snacks with your beer they are great.

Always a great selection of beers and a chilled environment. Free fizzy water is a real bonus. Great tap room 👌

I loved this restaurant! The service was very friendly, the drinks available were great, and bonus points because you can bring in your own food.

The bar with the best beer selection I've ever been to

Quality craft beer spot. One of the originals

This is a great find. Lovely people who serve great beer

Vastissima selezione di birre sia alla spina che in bottiglia o lattina

Definitely recommend, one of my go-to places to have great beers. Selection changes often. Staff is nice.

Loved this place. The bartender, Arthur, explained a lot of the extensive draft beers to us and let us try samples. Some very unique flavors on tap. Cool atmosphere and excellent service and they have blankets for when it gets chilly on the patio and it did. The whole set up is super chill and unique and we will return next time In London. Big time excellent service.

Love this place... Beer heaven! Great place to drink with mate and dog friendly. 22 taps with tonnes more in fridges and more. Food is cheese and charcuterie (meh) and occasionally a vender outside... but it's not the food you go for.

Bar man was informative and friendly

Nice place. Didn't have any food but the beers on tap were great.

Great beer selection, the staff is knowledgeable and very helpful. A great place to try new beers.

All the beers, this place is great, inside or out.

Good little place. If going with big groups it's better to reserve a big table. But you can order food there or from the restaurant beside it

Best beer selection for all tastes in east London

Often buzzy. Usually have two gluten-free beers on tap. Top notch tap house

Always choose to go here for a chill drink if I’m feeling like one. The staff are always lovely and the service is fast I don’t think I have ever had to wait more then a couple of minutes to be served.

Under the arches, pleasant bar with lots of outdoor space. Great range of beers, no cask beers but what they have is good. Pleasant and helpful staff.

Happened to wander in here, escaping thr rain. Lovely drinks and nibbles in an open, relaxed atmosphere. Will definitely go again.

Great selection of craft beers. Nice vibe.

Nous sommes français, nous avons séjourné a l hotel yotel et juste derrière l hôtel il y a le moteur kelly's bethnal green vraiment super bien , je recommande

Always a great selection of beer and helpful, friendly staff

I don’t know what is special about this pub but it is :) staff beers Onerw all :)

Have been going to Mother Kelly’s in Bethnal Green for years and always have a great time here: it’s so friendly, the inside and outside seating is bright and stylish. Stunning range of beers, nice food: olives, cheeseboard etc. All in all a lovely spot. On my last visit the dogs there were ADORABLE too!

Really awesome selection of craft beers on tap. Great friendly service and plenty of seating indoors and out. Always try to pop in to see what's new on the taps whenever in the area. Great bar!

Cute little place to have a beer. Great choice and good service

Super accommodating pub, we visit monthly and they are always incredibly welcoming and obviously have an amazing selection of beers, that I am yet to make my way through... But I hope to.

I liked the place and location. There's mix of ages and good space outside, perfect for summer. I only had one drink.

Trekked across London to visit after being very impressed with Simon The Tanner. Unfortunately the opening hours on their website are not correct. At 3pm on a Thursday they were closed despite the website stating 12 as the opening time. However, from what we saw and with some Limited staff interaction, it's not worth another trek.

This place has a lovely vibe as does the whole of paradise row. Great for people who want to try some different varieties of beer. Would be great if they also had a few more wines to choose from and some pork scratchings! The chocolate platter always looks amazing!

I come here every time I'm in the capital, its a few moments stroll from bethnal green tube station has lots of interesting and unusual draught beers and a huge amount of bottles, also on my last visit we had the meat board and a pork pie which were unbelievably good

Mother Kelly's is a New York inspired Tap Room and it's a brisk walk from Bethnal Green station and under the Railway Arches. Busy place on a Friday night with a nice vibe. They have 23 drinks on draught with a mixer of Indian Pale Ales (IPAs) and a few lagers. They also have over 5 fridges stocked with IPAs etc. No.7 (£4.50 for half a pint) was my favourite 'Left Hand Hard Wired Nitro - Coffee Porter' which is a stout. The toilets need better ventilation and the IPAs are pricing (£15 plus for 2 pints).

Au Mother Kelly's la sélection de bière est plutôt pointue. L'ambiance est chaleureuse, avec des tables communes et un food truck en terrasse qui change régulièrement de thème food. À essayer !

Nog nooit eerder bezocht maar voor de bierliefhebber wel een must om in Londen te bezoeken. Meer dan 20 bieren op de tap, kaart krijgt een dagelijkse update. Naast de tap een wand vol met bieren in blik of fles. Ook grote flessen (75cl) voor evt to share aanwezig. Serveren oa worst en kaasplankje. Wij hebben een worstplankje op en deze was rijkelijk belegd.

Plenty of real ale and bespoke beers all around.Excellent warm staff and the widest range of bottled beers in east london. A typical night you can get a beer and enjoy a feeling of community and relaxation. Open air food is often sold in the front seating area and is of exceptional quality and not an exceptional price-tag.

Nice pub in nice area. It's really close to Bethnal Green station which is a good point. Their selections of beers is huge, it's definitely a beer heaven! They've got some cheese, meat and veggie boards as well. Great for a night-out during the week.

Went there tonight to pick up a few beers to take home. I have a lot of respect for MK's as they must be one of the best craft beer bars/bottle shops in the country, but tonight the manager/team leader character (*whoever*) was extremely rude and condescending when my (nice) barman asked for help. Disappointing.

Recommended these purveyors of fine ale by my local in Leeds when in London Town.Glad to have made my way along the Central Line to this stylish yet relaxed temple to the hop!Staff were warm, friendly and enthusiastic about quality ales. As said in previous reviews the selection was outstanding and it were reet good to see some of my favourite Yorkshire ales featured. Importantly there were lots of local tipples too.I ordered the veggie platter which was humungously big enough to share, so generous portions. So if you love beer, and a place that's chilled and well designed board that train to Bethnal Green! Cheers!

Best beer program I've found in London so far. Super cool that the allow takeaway as well as drinking in. Meat & cheese board was enormous. Really great spot. Can't stop visiting.

Brilliant taproom hidden just near Bethnal Green Underground Station.Massive selection of beers on tap and even more bottles available if that's not enough - any beer lovers' dream!!

Great pub/bar, quite ample, with a nice front yard. Staff quite knowledgeable on beers, great selection.

A range of beers literally on tap. Knowledgeable staff with time to talk and give you time to taste before you buy

I regularly visit Mother Kelly's. In my opinion it is the pub with the most interesting selection of fresh British, European and World Beers in London, probably England too. The layout is open, the staff are knowledgeable and friendly and the World Beer Fridges are well stocked with loads of interesting options.Beer Geeks Note: If you are travelling to London to drink beer this is the place you have to visit. No question.

I went there because I was curious and I had some beers, it's incredible how many (good) craft beers they have! From all around the world!I haven't had a meal but food looked like a traditional simple and home made food.

Mother Kelly's must be the most important beer place East London. With enormous selection of world beers on tap ranging from double IPA's to barley wine they have something for everyone. And if that is not enough - they have whole wall of display fridges stacked with bottles of beer. Everything is divided in categories making it very easy to browse. All bottles are available to purchase to take away (with discounted price in comparison to have it in).Actual place is set just moments from Bethnal Green station in Paradise Row. It has large yard where time to time BBQ or other food stool is set. If you are after a small snack, I would recommend olives and bread (it comes with olive oil and vinegar).I visited Mother Kelly's on a few occasions and their staff was always friendly and very knowledgeable to all my questions.This place is complete opposite from your regular pub. They have very modern approach that fits current market needs for quality beer. It is the place for someone who wants to discover new beer styles and learn something new.

Great little find find after the museum of childhood. A "menu" of beers and very engaging and knowledgable staff. Already planning a return visit.

For a lover of sour beers and stouts this bar ticks all my boxes! Great atmosphere and pop up out door food stands. If not this there is a delicious selection of platters.... including a chocolate platter!!

A beer lovers paradise with a good choice on tap and an extensive bottle selection.Food platters are also very good.

Sono un'amante della birra e se anche voi come me lo siete, dovete necessariamente passare da Mother Kelly's e non resterete affatto delusi! il locale propone almeno una ventina di tipi diversi di birra provenienti da tutto il mondo e una scelta esagerata per quanto riguarda le birre in bottiglia. I prezzi sono onesti e il personale gentile e simpatico.

From research, I was expecting a hip little bar in a dingy railway arch with maybe a few beers on tap. In fact it's an airy, modern-looking place with a massive bottle bar and around 12 beers on tap that are all top quality.The icing on the cake though was their food platters which were well thought through and brilliant - Chocolate platter anyone?Thoroughly recommended

Loved this place. Best selection of beers ever but they are a bit short on seating so you might struggle getting a table inside.

Im not going to London without spending several hours at Mother Kellys. Always some great beers on tap, and some absolute gems in the fridge. The staff are great, the atmosphere is even greater and the hotdogs outside are awesome. See youbagain in August!

This place has some cracking beers, with a very decent rotation and introduction to beers. The place is however swarming with hipsters, so be sure to wear your protective gear. A great place to drink and listen to idiots. Preacher man would like.

There's beer. And then there's Beer. Mother Kelly's knows this. Their staff know this, and they're helping everyone who comes in get to know this. From light lagers to super sour Guezes, the selection in the massive fridges and on tap at the back of this railway arch right by Bethnal Green tube is ridiculous. That location, that selection and those friendly bar staff means the place can get a little busy, but they move the crowds at the bar along quickly - and you can book ahead to save a spot. Even if you hate beer (and your friends love it), you can order a decent G&T or drop of wine! If you ever wanted to get to know a bit more about the ever-growing beer scene, this is an ace place to start.

If you like good quality beer, it is your place! They have something like 10 different beers on tap and much more available by the bottle.They have beers from all other the world and most importantly many beers locally brewed.I found the staff really friendly, easy going and helpful. On the overall, there is a nice atmosphere and it is a good place to go to drink with mates.

I only stopped for one beer but that was fantastic staff will be friendly wish I could have been there longer would definitely visit again

Visited here on our last night staying in Bethnal green. This is a quirky, lively bar with 23 different beer taps and a great range of bottled beers. As a couple of OAPs we perhaps looked a little out of place as everyone was a great deal younger, but hey we were teenagers in the 60s, we've seen it all. Bar staff very friendly and informative, the girl made sure we had somewhere to sit which was very sweet of her. This was a Thursday night and there was a barbeque outside, we had already eaten so don't know what the food is like. Only had time for a couple of drinks, they're not cheap but the variety is excellent. Will certainly visit again if we are in the area.

Mother Kelly's is situated in an Arch under the overground rail line in East London about 200 m north of Bethnal Green Tube Station. There are 4 or 5 restaurants and bar hangouts in these arches just off the end of Bethnal Green Road. MK's has 23 beers on tap and they change every week or so. If you don't like beer don't despair the wine list aint too bad either. This is a good place to appreciate the rise of the craft or artisanal beer culture in London. A great place to while a way a Saturday or Sunday afternoon, although Friday night's not bad either. There is no music and if its cold make sure you squeeze inside and grab a seat. There is usually a food vendor outside who will serve up some pretty decent hotdogs. Good atmosphere. A must destination for the beer aficionado's. I recommend it.

I LOVE MOTHER KELLY'S This place is welcoming with great staff and an incredible variety of drinks. Local frequent this place and it is a strong mixture of 30 somethings who have bought in the area and the New Wave flooding East London of those of use who have lived here for the last 10 years and have finally put down roots. It strikes the right chords in not being pretentious or over priced, also great music played there as well. A good go to location

Great little spot. Too many beers to choose from and the draft options (there are 23) change on such a regular basis you are going to panic that you will miss out on trying something. Love it.

A very nice place for beer lovers. A lot of beer on draft and a lovely bottle selection. It is difficult to choose wich beer to drink

Spotted this bar when in the area for dinner and decided to check it out one weekend. Friendly staff and a good range of unusual beers.It's worth getting there in time to get a seat and I'll look forward to going back in summer when I'm sure it will be more comfortable sitting outside.

Discovered this place last July and no visit to London since is complete without coming here for beers and snacks. The venue itself is lovely, the staff are amazing and friendly and the beer is just out of this world. The choice, quality and value for money is impossible to beat. When I die I want my ashes to be scattered here.

This place has a great selection of craft beers and ales, and a few really nice ciders! Definitely reasonably priced too but a little bit too hipster.

Excelent place to drink beer with friends in any moment. Nice terrace, and friendly staff. The olives are just AWESOME! You can choose whatever beer you have in mind, doing your experience interesting and curious about the different labels, flavors and percentage of alcohol.Expect some crowd at the counter.

Iv been here a few times after work and I am never disappointed, well only when I cant get a table. Service is good and their selection of beer is vast. The food is decent as well, though I have only tried the snacking food like tapas.Would recommend coming here if you are around the Bethnal Green area.

around 20 taps of craft beer available in thirds, half, two thirds and pints depending what appropriate for the strength. Credit Cards accepted for any amount, plugs for charging devices, intelligent music that's not in your face, friendly service and most times never stupidly crowded so whats not to like ? If you live near Bethnal Green your very lucky to have this place on your door step.

I think this place offers by far the best selection of beer in London. More than twenty beer taps and wild selection of craft beers I was impressed with it. I recommend to pay a visit.

Unashamedly, beers are the emphasis. Do not expect a wine of any interest. There were 23 beers on tap and a huge selection of bottled beers. The bar food selection and snacks were very good. The staff were impressive with their knowledge of the beers and were most helpful in offering suggestions.

Nice relaxed bar in a great setting under the railway arches. We visited on a Saturday afternoon. The selection of beers can't be faulted and the prices aren't too bad given the location. We also had a pork pie and some bread and olives which were all very nice and even bought a couple of tins to take back on the train with us. Would certainly recommend to beer lovers.

Built into the old railway arches, this is becoming a very trendy bar. However, there are still the good and sound principles of offering excellent beers - albeit not at rock bottom prices!

Really cool casual bar under the railway arches in Paradise Row with a huge section of beers… the problem is being decisive and picking one. It also doubles as a bottle shop/off licence.

I freely admit that I am currently enamored with Mother Kelly’s. It’s location- hidden in the arches down Paradise Row, yet adjacent to Bethnal Green tube station- ensures that people don’t just wander in haphazardly, but it is still very easy to catch the last tube home when last calls echo through the bar. It’s a fabulous new addition to East London and a perfect concept for beer aficionados; if you’re looking to try something novel, this is *the* place to go. The twenty beers on tap are constantly rotating and there’s a new selection offered on every visit. The staff will talk you through their recommendations or let you try for yourself if you’re not convinced that a milk stout or sour Belgian beer sound to your taste. There’s a wall of taps offering beer and ciders, but there are some local gins and other spirits and wine for those less inclined. Adjacent to the tap bar is a wall of fridges, where a wide variety of beers and ciders can either be enjoyed in or taken away.The décor is industrial and pretty on-trend minimalistic- there are a few small barrels used as tables, but mostly communal style seating and more tables outdoors for the warmer months (or all year around when you’re a smoker). It gets pretty hot and boisterous on a Saturday night, but I’ve always managed to eventually get a seat with some patience. The staff are friendly, knowledgeable and are always milling about, clearing away the glasses as they stack up.If you’re feeling experimental, take a group a friends and have a sip of everyone’s beer- it’s a great conversation point and everyone will find something that they enjoy by the end of the evening. Be warned, though- some of the beers are very strong and most are offered in 2/3 pints (or smaller depending on the potency of the beer). The one downside to Mother Kelly’s is that it might have an impact on your wallet- it can get a bit pricy depending on your palate and drinking speed!

I've been visiting Mother Kelly's frequently ever since it opened in the summer. It's quite a quirky spot but always delivers on the quality of the beer it serves and the mammoth selection they have in store. You can get bottles and heaps on tap. Always have a good evening and the best beer when I visit would recommend!

A long term irritation with Trip Advisor is its annoyingly restrictive categories. If it's not a restaurant, hotel or café it doesn't fit, but TA still insists one has to enter everything as one of these.Mother Kelly's has imported the tap room style from New York, and placed it beneath a railway arch a couple of minutes walk from Bethnal Green underground station. Around twenty draught cask and keg craft beers are always on, ordered by number from printed menus - no beer clips, or anything else, on the taps. Prices are dear: beers are serves in third or two-thirds of a pint measures, but cost more than halves or pints in most pubs. However the quality is top-notch, and there are rarities here you'll struggle to find elsewhere. One entire wall is taken up with glass fronted fridges filled with at least 100 different bottled beers from all over the World. There are two prices for bottles: more expensive to drink on the premises; cheaper to carry home.There's a few wine options.Food is limited to snacks: pork pies, cheese, that sort of stuff.Seating is large communal tables and benches, both inside and out. There's a couple of dual-gender toilets. And that's about it. This is a place to drink high quality unusual beers - and for that it is excellent.