The Empire Bar - (Near Hackney, london)

Jan Hlavička A friend recommended Mess Cafe to me, and I can say with certainty that our friendship has been elevated as a result. There is not a single aspect of this establishment I could criticise. The interior is intimate and elegantly cosy, the staff are unfailingly attentive and gracious, and the food is of such quality that it feels almost transportive. The menu is so enticing that we spent a considerable amount of time simply debating our choices, as every dish appeared worthy of selection. With only around twenty five tables in total, advance booking is highly advisable. I fully intend to return and explore more of what this exceptional kitchen has to offer.

Molly Ulm I love this place for gozleme and lentil soup. The fish and chips is also good.

Jess X Goh It was recommended to me by a local who Im house-sitting in Deptford and fell in love with this place and visited 4 times in 1 week so far! Absolutely loved the vegan dishes as Im vegan and heres what I tried so far...morning glory, stir fried beans in chilli and garlic, vegan pho, green papaya tofu salad, mango sago taro coconut milk drink, tropical juice drink and my all time favourite Bánh Cuốn Nhân Chay which is steamed fermented rice rolls with mushrooms. Servings are generous and meals are super tasty and fresh. Ann has been an amazing waitress, lovely personality, friendly, hard working and efficient. The staff are helpful and accommodating and the ambience is lively, busy and colourful. Will definitely come back again as I need to try their vegan spring rolls, rice paper rolls and salad bowls however I might just be tempted to stick to the stir fry beans and fermented rice rolls.

Eloise 100% worth the wait!! Good value for the taste: delicious falafels, warm tahini sauce with hot peppers, and fresh veggies. I asked for additional sauce which they added generously and kindly. 1 option on the menu and it did not disappoint I particularly liked the fluffy bread, the fact that they kept it in a warm steamed bowl before serving and the touch of fresh coriander which enhanced the flavours.

Jessica Leung Popped in for a steak sandwich, so pleasantly surprised by the quality of the meat! Soft, fabulously cooked, and well seasoned. Would gladly come back for another, highly recommended!

y Lee I order few dishes every week with my friend. Their BBQ ribs are the best, tastes delicious, smelt lovely, and the pork) egg fried rice, yum! The fareast staff is VERY friendly and nice.i know now the price has gone up,to me the price is reasonable, and the amount is enough for me to eat alone, I get full all the time from ordering here. Its very delicious, I recommend it!