Glass House Brick Lane

Nice chill space, I actually didn’t realise there was a separate cafe/book store. It all looks pretty new and fresh. Calm vibes but a vibrant cosy space, the bar was also chill- maybe felt a bit cold just because of the cool colours. Wish there was slightly more fun drinks on the coffee menu, but my oat chai was nice and the person I was with got a latte with a cute face I’ve never seen a barista do before. Staff were all really lovely and I was excited it was a dog friendly space but not overcrowded so my 7 month of puppy wouldn’t feel too overwhelmed. She sat on my lap most of the time, she rested her paws on the edge of the table and I felt a little awkward when a staff member awkwardly asked me to make sure she didn’t touch the table. Felt a bit redundant as surely you disinfect the table after each guest and I doubt you’d tell someone with a snotty toddler not to let a child touch the table or dirty hands because you know you’re just going to clean it after. It did taint the vibe a bit and we left shortly rather then get another drink.

I'm going to rate it highly because it's a much needed queer community space & does amazing events, but unfortunately they had a no laptops rule when I went & had stopped serving hot drinks so I wasn't able to stay and do work like I'd planned. I was a bit confused because this was at 3pm on a Sunday! Just a word of warning if you were intending on doing the same :/

Interesting cocktails and even more interesting names! I had the Friend of Dorothy and it was delicious and another whiskey based one which I can't recall the name of but it was delicious too! I was there for my book event and it was a nice intimate place for it. It seems like the perfect venue for a book club.

Inclusive to its core. Cool n friendly vibe. Events ....Open to all. Monologues Tuesday through which modest yet brilliant pieces were shared by presenters. Proud venue yet welcoming.....A true community feeling. Standing loud n proud on the corner of Brick Lane. Quality but reasonably priced drinks. Bar team know how to mix a cocktail. Espresso Martini top o my list for next visit.

Such an incredibly great place!! The staff are extremely kind, the space is cozy and inviting. The most accommodating place I have been to as an autistic person with noise sensitivity, I always get asked by one specific lovely staff member if the music would be too loud for me and if they should turn it down. This always makes my day 🥰 the drinks are lovely and the selection of books is incredible!!