The Muddy Puddle Cafe in Hackney

We came to the Muddy Puddle last night to spin a few records, to be honest, but we couldn't bring ourselves to leave. Ben and Phoebe have made the perfect local venue with a very laid-back but positive atmosphere. Between the buzzing bar upstairs, beautiful back garden, and intimate live music area downstairs, there are plenty of comfy corners for conversation/hanging out. The coffee was exquisite, the food looks excellent (we haven't eaten there, YET), but what totally make it stand out is the unique energy and personalities of the owners which permeate the place. If I lived nearby this would be my favourite haunt. Our (totally unsolicited) verdict: 11/10!

The NICEST staff and food/atmosphere here- want to gatekeep it but also too good not to share! The main lady who works here and a tall guy were just the nicest people to be served by, made my Sunday ⭐️

Discovered this cafe because of the bus diverting. Been going since November 2022. Very nice guy at the counter, relaxed atmosphere, £2.80 latte, all good. Today however the owner was in charge, half decaf latte at £3.65. Upon voicing concern, she told me this had been the price for 18 months since before the pandemic which is 3 years now actually. Anyway, decaf has increased in price. I’ve ordered coffee in 80 countries and have never been a.) accused of lying or b.) charged more for decaf. Completely inane. Only worsened from there. She couldn’t change a £20 note, and then the card machine wasn’t working properly. She accused me twice of rolling my eyes a lot. Was actually frustrated at myself for not working her receipt printing keyboard properly. Oh and her printer doesn’t work. Only helpful remark she blurted out, in response to me asking “Are you ok?” during her tirade, was that there are cheaper places nearby to purchase a latte. She’s right, scores, but I preferred the previous calm and humor of her counter help. Guess he’s been expelled. The sheriff is back in town and there will not only be Hell to pay, there will be overpriced coffee bills as well.

This is such a friendly cafe with amazing food and great coffee. The staff are the friendliest and I wish I was local to go in everyday. Kudos to the lovely staff and the kitchen for the amazing vegan food. Thank you for looking after us

What a delightful place. It looks magic, the girls are awesome and the coffee was really good. I'll go back just to soak up on the positive vibes I got from these two ladies. I'll be back!

This is a great place with good food and drinks and authentically friendly staff. The garden is lovely.

Excellent coffee and delicious empenadas, sitting in the sunshine in a gorgeous backyard in Stoke Newington, a stone's throw from my house, but it feels like a holiday! Just what we need in times like these. Well done Phoebe and Ben for sticking it out and being so positive all through the last very different year. Excellent vegan food!!

Ethical, delicious produce, fantastic staff, coffee is second-to-none. A great local business with a clean and lovely atmosphere but with character and some nature feel too. Love it!

Lovely food and staff but they need to take more covid precautions. None of the staff were wearing masks and some regulars were coming in with no masks and chatting to the staff for a while at the counter near where other customers were seated.

Came with the family for a breakfast, really good food. Got something for everyone including the kids. Will definitely return

Best ‘Oat Milk Iced Latte’ in the vicinity, just what I needed! Thanks guys! Will be back v soon! 👌🏼👊🏼

I found out about this place via Instagram and managed to get a booking for lunch. What an amazing little place?! We received a warm welcome upon arrival and went through to the beautiful garden area to be seated. The food was incredible. I went for a full vegan breakfast, which was just amazing. I've had plenty of vegan breakfasts before, but this was definitely my favourite! I will definitely be back here again. Can't recommend it enough. Love the staff and the food!