Andu Ethiopian Vegan Café
Vegan operation dishing up a fixed menu of Ethiopian specialities, plus takeaway.
Turkish · Hackney
The Midyeci brings a genuine taste of Istanbul's street-food scene to Kingsland Road, with stuffed mussels and fried mussels that regulars say are the real deal — and a freshly cut chips option that goes down well with younger appetites. It's a relaxed, welcoming spot where the service is friendly and unhurried, and the team clearly take pride in making returning visitors feel at home. Highchairs are available and the restaurant is easy to navigate with a buggy, and there's a children's menu too, though there's no baby-changing facility on site, so worth bearing in mind if you have a little one in tow.

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Vegan operation dishing up a fixed menu of Ethiopian specialities, plus takeaway.
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