When you live in a city so vibrant, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and go to the same old chains for the sake of simplicity. However, after a pretty wonderful night in cosy Ruby's bar in Dalston, I've made myself the promise to forego bland chains for the sake of these secret London gems more often.
I won't lie: Dalston is not easy for me to get to but, boy, is it worth the trouble. Heading Eastwards, my date and I would have walked passed its inauspicious façade were it not for a dilapidated sign above the door: a cinema listing board adorned with wonky 'MWAH.' Going by this picture from London On The Inside, they are always a little enigmatic :)
Downstairs the low lighting revealed pealing walls (gotta love that shabby chic!), a bar replete with amazing cocktails in old school milk bottles, chilled music and a great crowd.
It's made for a lovely evening and I couldn't stop smiling all the way home.
So, this is my recommendation to you! I would love any recommendations you might have to help me in my quest for originality: any city, any country, anywhere - I want to know!
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