Walthamstow’s food scene is astronomically good for a place that isn’t Shoreditch. You’ve got Orford House Social Club for wood-fired pizzas in a 1930s community hall. There’s a Korean taco van that parks near the tube station and changes lives one burrito at a time. And don’t get me started on the Turkish restaurants on Palmerston Road—order the mixed grill, and you’ll need a nap afterwards.
If you’re vegan, you’ll be spoiled. Try Mama’s Jerk for plant-based Caribbean food that slaps harder than your auntie’s hand in church. And for dessert? Mylk + Cream does vegan ice cream that tastes like a hug from a cloud. Your diet might not survive, but your soul will thrive.
Transport: The Great Escape
Getting into central London is a breeze. The Victoria Line from Walthamstow Central will zip you to Oxford Circus in 20 minutes. That’s faster than some journeys within Zone 1. Plus, the Overground from St James Street gets you to Liverpool Street in 15. It’s like the transport gods finally smiled on East London.
The downside? The Central Line is not your friend here. You’ll need a bus to Leyton or Blackhorse Road for that. And at rush hour, the Victoria Line feels like a sardine can that’s been shaken by a toddler. But hey, that’s London. Just bring noise-cancelling headphones and a prayer.
Girl Guides Walthamstow
