Bright, relaxed Mediterranean-leaning cafe for generous brunch and healthy-feeling plates near Dalston Junction, with mostly friendly service and good value at lunch.
Route Dalston delivers reliable, well-executed Mediterranean-leaning brunch and cafe dining with strong food quality anchored by generous portions and fresh, herb-forward cooking. Friendly, efficient service and a bright, work-friendly setting near Dalston Junction make it competitive with the area's better neighborhood restaurants. Occasional consistency dips and lack of culinary distinction prevent a higher grade, but solid execution across dimensions supports confident recommendation for local diners and travelers seeking quality brunch.
One caveat: Isolated service issues including a rude interaction and a billing dispute reported by a few diners