Launching Wednesday 19th August | 7:00pm

An evening of stripped-back live music in an intimate setting.

The Black Eel Unplugged is all about great songs, great performers, and a room that actually listens. With a purely acoustic setup, every performance is raw, honest, and up close—creating a unique atmosphere for both artists and audience.

Hosted by Samuel Lewis, each night will feature a carefully curated lineup of talented musicians, singer-songwriters, and acoustic performers.

Want to perform?
Email bookings@theblackeel.uk to register your interest. Performers are selected in advance to help us create the best possible evening.

After the launch on Wednesday 19th August, The Black Eel Unplugged will take place every other Wednesday.

Whether you're taking the stage or simply coming to listen, pull up a chair, grab a drink, and enjoy an evening where the music speaks for itself.

Join us for our bi-weekly quiz night- cash prizes to be won amongst bar and game tabs! Book your space here- teams are min 2- max 6!

Sofia Coppola's masterful debut, featuring Kirsten Dunst. An evergreen cult classic, following a group of guys who become obsessed with the daughters of a conservative family. Tickets here

Join us as we raise money for Akt- Akt is the only national charity dedicated to providing support for LGBTQ+ young people who are either at risk of homelessness or currently experiencing it.

We’ll have tons of prizes to be won all in aid of a very special cause!

Join us for our bi-weekly quiz night- cash prizes to be won amongst bar and game tabs! Book your space here- teams are min 2- max 6!

Tacos by Rileys and Tequila drinks with 25% off. Say no more!

Join us as Argentina takes on Spain in the WORLD CUP FINAL.

England are through to the Semi-Final of the World Cup- this one’s gonna be huge. Join us

Open mic comedy on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month.!

The Wednesday Bubble is a grassroots Open mic comedy night, where new comics can gain experience, intermediate comics can evolve and further cut their teeth, and finally experienced comics can bring their newest gear to test out. Across all experience levels the WB is a friendly and safe space, focused on community and being funny.

18:30 - Doors
19:00 - Kickoff
21:00 - That's ya lot.
Community & funny-focused.

Sign up here

Join us for our bi-weekly quiz night- cash prizes to be won amongst bar and game tabs! Book your space here- teams are min 2- max 6!

Watch the big game live across our 3 screens, plus tunes wrapped around it.

Watch the big game across our 3 screens! Taking bookings plus will have space for walk ins

Join us for our bi-weekly quiz night- cash prizes to be won amongst bar and game tabs! Book your space here- teams are min 2- max 6!

Open mic comedy on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month.!

The Wednesday Bubble is a grassroots Open mic comedy night, where new comics can gain experience, intermediate comics can evolve and further cut their teeth, and finally experienced comics can bring their newest gear to test out. Across all experience levels the WB is a friendly and safe space, focused on community and being funny.

18:30 - Doors
19:00 - Kickoff
21:00 - That's ya lot.
Community & funny-focused.

Sign up here

Catch all the major World Cup matches live with us. We’re showing the biggest games across three large screens, so you won’t miss a moment of the action. Expect an electric atmosphere, plus our usual great drinks, and the perfect place to cheer on your team with fellow fans.

We’re running a 50/50 split between bookings (FOR ENGLAND GAMES) and walk-ins. You can plan ahead and secure your spot for the big games, or grab a walk in table.

Catch all the major World Cup matches live with us. We’re showing the biggest games across three large screens, so you won’t miss a moment of the action. Expect an electric atmosphere, plus our usual great drinks, and the perfect place to cheer on your team with fellow fans.

We’re running a 50/50 split between bookings (FOR ENGLAND GAMES) and walk-ins. You can plan ahead and secure your spot for the big games, or grab a walk in table.

Join us for our bi-weekly quiz night- cash prizes to be won amongst bar and game tabs! Book your space here- teams are min 2- max 6!

Fresh pasta, good wine, crusty bread.

Open mic comedy on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month.!

The Wednesday Bubble is a grassroots Open mic comedy night, where new comics can gain experience, intermediate comics can evolve and further cut their teeth, and finally experienced comics can bring their newest gear to test out. Across all experience levels the WB is a friendly and safe space, focused on community and being funny.

18:30 - Doors
19:00 - Kickoff
21:00 - That's ya lot.
Community & funny-focused.

Sign up here

Join us for a Glee quiz night special- cash prizes to be won amongst bar and game tabs! Book your space here- teams are min 2- max 6!

Join us for our new quiz night- cash prizes to be won amongst bar and game tabs! Book your space here- teams are min 2- max 6!

For anyone working from home in Dalston, this one’s for you. We’re partnering with Remotely Social on to bring you a cosy warm co-working space from 12pm-5pm Oh, and money off drinks all day! The co-working group will get an exclusive 10% discount on any drinks from 12pm-5pm, and Rileys menu will be available to order from, so you can combine a delicious lunch with meeting new people working from home in Dalston.

All bottled wine will also be 25% off too so you will be in perfect position to carry on into a Thirsty Thursday if you fancied it! Tickets here or free for remotely social members

Join us for our new quiz night- cash prizes to be won amongst bar and game tabs! Book your space here- teams are min 2- max 6!

RUNNING THE HACKNEY HALF? FREE PINT FOR MEDAL HOLDERS! FLASH YOUR MEDAL AT THE BAR (VALID SUNDAY 17TH ONLY)

FLINTA Hangout in Dalston! Join Les Social on Friday 1st May 7pm at The Black Eel for pints, pool, darts and a chilled vibes. A safe, inclusive space for FLINTA folks. Entry £2.50-£5. Age 18+ Tickets here