An event space in a bar with framed posters, tufted leather banquette seating, and a long table set for dining at Elephant Hackney.
A restaurant dining room with red tufted banquette seating, white tablecloths, and framed wall art at Elephant Hackney.
A bar with tufted leather banquette seating, wall art, and candlelit tables set for dining at Elephant Hackney.
A restaurant dining room with a white-clothed table, candle, vintage poster, and dark fireplace at Elephant Hackney.

Dining Room & Cocktail Bar at Elephant Hackney

Restaurant
·
Whole venue
43 Lower Clapton Road, London, E5 0NS –
Hackney Central Station (0.3 mi)
Up to 55
seats
Up to 100
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

BOOK THIS AUGUST FOR NO HIRE FEE, NO MINIMUM SPEND. Just great drinks, handcrafted pizzas and great vibes in the heart of Hackney.

Our Dining Room and Cocktail Bar can host up to 55 guests seated or 100 standing. Expect Napoli-inspired dining, craft cocktails and a relaxed, characterful setting, with long candlelit tables for shared feasting.

For all other dates, please enquire for pricing.

Offers and packages

Menu

 Drinks menu
Drinks menu

Event offers

Christmas Party Offers

Celebrate Christmas in our candlelit dining room — banquet-style Party Menu with snacks, pasta and pizzas, plus a lively cocktail bar.
Christmas Party Menu – Dining Room & Cocktail Bar
£45 per person
• Banquet-style sharing menu for group celebrations
• All courses served banquet style
• Optional upgrade to Ziti Genovese Ragu (+£5 per person)

SNACKS
1. Bella di Cerignola olives
2. House pickles
3. Home baked bread & smoked date butter
4. Charcuterie

PIATINNI
1. Squid or Vegetable skewers
2. Burrata with figs
3. Seasonal salad
4. Frittatina

PRIMI & SECONDI
1. Paccheri 3 tomatoes pasta
2. Selection of pizzas

DOLCE
1. Tiramisu

Meeting Offers

Run your team session under the stained-glass skylight with a set menu of snacks, pizza choice, pasta and dessert.
Meeting Set Menu – Dining Room & Cocktail Bar
£45 per person
• Italian set menu for groups
• Snacks, piattini, pasta and pizza course, plus dessert
• Choice of signature sourdough pizzas
• Optional Prosecco reception
• Optional sharing tiramisu

SNACKS
1. Stonebaked bread & smoked date butter
2. Belle di Cerignola olives
3. Prosciutto crudo
4. House pickles

PIATTINI
1. Fried asparagus risotto & prawn tartare
2. Burrata with San Marzano, sun-blushed & cherry tomato
3. Grilled Argentinian prawns & chickpea sauce
4. Summer salad

PRIMI E SECONDI
1. Paccheri, three tomatoes, stracciatella & basil

PIZZA (CHOOSE FROM)
1. Elephant marinara with fried capers, anchovies & tomato
2. Margherita
3. Confit tomato, nduja & burrata with hot honey
4. Ricotta stuffed crust Siciliana
5. Napoli diavola & hot honey Parmesan

DOLCI
1. Sicilian lemon crostata

Prices

Monday
Closed
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
12:00 – 0:00
from £10 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:00 – 16:00
from £10 min. spend
Per evening
17:00 – 0:00
from £10 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
12:00 – 0:00
from £10 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:00 – 16:00
from £10 min. spend
Per evening
17:00 – 0:00
from £10 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
12:00 – 0:00
from £10 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:00 – 16:00
from £10 min. spend
Per evening
17:00 – 0:00
from £10 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
17:00 – 1:00
from £10 min. spend
Per evening
17:00 – 1:00
from £10 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
17:00 – 1:00
from £10 min. spend
Per evening
17:00 – 1:00
from £10 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
12:00 – 0:00
from £10 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:00 – 16:00
from £10 min. spend
Per evening
17:00 – 0:00
from £10 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
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Capacity

Standing
up to 100
Dining
up to 55

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Complimentary water Complimentary refreshments (such as water, tea, or coffee) for guests at no extra cost
Complimentary tea and coffee
Italian cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Air conditioner
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Quiet space
Dance floor Dedicated dance floor area
Mirrors Full-length mirrors available
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Lighting equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Soundproof
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Unavailable: Accessible toilets
Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
Accessible parking spot available
Unavailable: Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
Temporary event notices available
No wedding licence

Age policy

Guest under 18 not allowed unless accompanied by an adult after 20:00

Host rules

No smoking in the building
Damage to the space will result in extra charge

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day

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Reviews and ratings

(1 review and rating - )

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SF
Sandra F.
Verified review
Excellent communication
Great communication with the venue and Manager Stevie goes above and beyond to help us in organising our party. Delighted with the assistance I have been given and def 5 out of 5 stars.
5.0

About Elephant Hackney

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1 Review
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