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Halls Life
Posted 1 month ago
Sun 06 Jul, 2025 12:07 AM
Moving in is a big day...so why not end it with a great meal? We've partnered up with our top Halls Life Recs restaurants near your new halls of residence, perfect for sharing a bite with family or friends before the goodbyes.
These local favourites are offering exclusive deals and discounts just for New Residents, giving you the perfect excuse to explore your new neighbourhood (and treat your move-in team).
These spots are tried, tested, and some of the best around; so be sure to book ahead and grab a table at these local gems.
Archwood House, Gardens and Portland 🏡
📍 Persepolis
A deli-café offering a colourful, 100% vegetarian and vegan-friendly take on Persian and Levantine meze, wraps, hotpots and sweet treats amid shelves of spices, cookbooks and quirky knick-knacks.
- A mezze platter to start, featuring assorted dips like hummus and baba ghanoush, olives, falafel, salads, and quirky touches like a Wotsit chip
- A soup course, often enriched with dairy or vegan yoghurt (e.g. cauliflower soup with mint)
- A couple of main dishes, such as hotpots, bean or vegetable stews, or gumbo with okra, served with rice and salads
- A shared dessert platter, often including baklava, ice cream, fresh fruit, and cookies
- A drink included, usually a non-alcoholic option such as a smoothie or herbal tea
Emily Bowes Court 🏡
📍 Big Penny Social
A welcoming community venue in the heart of Walthamstow, known for its spacious beer hall, rotating street food traders, and lively programme of events including comedy, music, markets, and family-friendly activities.
📍 Pretty Decent Beer Company
An independent brewery and taproom near Blackhorse Road, serving up fresh craft beer, artisan pizza, and a relaxed, community-focused atmosphere. It’s a go-to spot for post-uni pints and casual catchups.
Glassyard Building 🏡
📍The Railway
A lively neighbourhood pub just 10 minutes from Glassyard, offering classic British dishes, craft beers, and a relaxed rooftop terrace.
Two courses: £20 · Three courses: £23 (Add a large glass of house wine for £6)
- Crispy Fried Mozzarella with caponata, tomatoes & olives (v, 546 kcal)
- Fried Chicken with Chilli Honey served with buttermilk jalapeño ranch & pickles (865 kcal)
- Crispy Cauliflower Florets with gochujang mayo (ve, 577 kcal)
Chicken Schnitzel with rocket & cherry tomato salad and fries (1116 kcal)
British Outdoor‑Bred Pork Sausage & Mash topped with crispy spiced onions and red wine sauce, vegetarian option available (704 kcal)
Spiced Falafel Burger (vegan) with applewood vegan cheese, pickles, pico de gallo, chipotle jam and fries (1285 kcal)
8 oz Sirloin Steak (+£6 supplement) with chips, watercress, and choice of peppercorn, chimichurri or beef‑dripping & thyme sauce (993–1191 kcal)
- Apple, Plum & Damson Crumble with vanilla crème anglaise (veg dessert; vegan version available) (626/784 kcal)
- Triple Chocolate Brownie with salted caramel sauce & honeycomb ice cream (596 kcal)
- Sticky Toffee Pudding with ginger ice cream (880 kcal)
(25p from each dessert goes to charity)
- Hand‑Breaded Halloumi Fries, chipotle jam – £7.50
- Rosemary & Parmesan Fries, white truffle oil – £5.50
- Cherry Tomato & Grain Salad (ve) – £4.50
Highline Building 🏡
📍 Elephant Park
Where Sayer Street and Ash Avenue are lined with independent restaurants offering everything from Venezuelan arepas and Ethiopian vegan dishes to Japanese ramen, Jamaican jerk, Lebanese mezze, and laid-back cafés and bars.
📍 Four Quarters:
A retro arcade bar and diner with vintage games, console booths, craft drinks, and classic comfort food in a fun, nostalgic setting off Ash Avenue.
15% Off all Food and Drinks
📍 Four Hundred Rabbits:
Neapolitan-style pizzeria on Sayer Street serving up wood-fired sourdough pizza, small plates, and natural wines in a warm, minimalist setting.
£5 Pizza’s for all UAL Students
Sketch House 🏡
📍 Worlds End & Red Dog Saloon
Is an American-style smokehouse nestled in the heart of Worlds End pub, serving up bold Texas-inspired BBQ, craft beers, and stacked burgers in a lively, welcoming atmosphere just steps from Finsbury Park station.
20% off all Food & 15% Off Drinks
The Costume Store 🏡
📍 The Foundry Collective
All‑day community hub, where locals, makers, artists, and a craft distillery team up to offer coffee, Mediterranean-inspired food, live music, games nights, and flexible workspace just steps from North Acton station. Stop by for a coffee or use our space to work and get inspired.
20% Off all food & 15% Off Drinks
Stratford One 🏡
📍 Bat & Ball:
Pub grub & cocktails served in a lively joint with ping pong tables, karaoke & live sports on TV.
20% Off Food & Drink
