The Black Eel
Hackney
Black Eel is a Hackney spot built around actual community events: quiz nights, Wednesday open mic comedy, emerging artist debuts, charity fundraisers. The programming's about real engagement, not just filling a calendar. Hackney's full of venues, but this one leans into conversation and bringing people together. You go to catch something new, test your trivia, support a friend's debut, or just spend an evening in a room that doesn't pretend to be something it isn't. Clapton and Hackney Downs have real character. Black Eel sits naturally in that independent mix.
Contact
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- Address 41 Kingsland High St, London E8 2JP, London, E8 2JP, London E8 2JP
Also a great spot for darts — see its activity page →
Upcoming at The Black Eel
About The Black Eel
The Black Eel is a pub on Kingsland High Street in Dalston, London.
See the listings below for its upcoming what's on.
Getting there
The Black EelE8 2JP
Nearby venues
- Bootstrap E8 3DL
- Arcola Theatre E8 3DL
- Crown & Castle E8 2NP
- Cafe OTO E8 3DL
- Dalston Curve Garden London
- Ridley Road Market Dalston
- BSMT Space E8 4AR
- Cu E8 4AP
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Frequently asked questions
Where is The Black Eel?
The Black Eel is in E8 2JP, London (E8 2JP).