The Black Horse Bar in Walthamstow

1 Wickford Wy., London E17 6ZH

About This Pub

Ah, The Black Horse, what a charming little find in E17! It's got that perfect blend of city vibes without the hassle of heading into central London, right by the station and wetlands for a quick escape. I have to say, the staff really make the place shine; they're so attentive and friendly, it'll warm your cockles on a chilly evening. The cocktails are spot on, especially with those happy hour deals – two for £12 is an absolute bargain – and the pizzas are generally top-notch, with some cracking offers like half-price on Fridays. It's a spacious, modern spot that's dog-friendly and relaxed, making it ideal for a family lunch or a catch-up over drinks. But, let's be honest, it's not all perfect; I've heard a few grumbles about the juggle between takeaway and sit-in, with some tables up and leaving due to waits or mix-ups, and the odd pizza that's not quite cooked right can be a letdown. Still, with its solid reputation and those little perks, I'd say it's worth a visit – just go with an open mind and maybe check the deals first!

Pros and Cons

Pros

The atmosphere is fabulous – it's stylish, spacious, and has a modern industrial chic vibe that's perfect for a relaxed catch-up with mates.
The staff are incredibly friendly and welcoming, making you feel right at home from the moment you walk in.
They've got a cracking selection of seasonal and classic cocktails, plus premium beers and wines, with great deals like 2 for £12 during happy hour.
The stone-baked Italian pizzas are a real highlight, especially with offers like half-price lunch on Fridays – proper tasty and quality grub.
It's conveniently located right by Blackhorse Road Station and near the Walthamstow Wetlands, making it easy to pop in after a wander.
Dog-friendly, so you can bring your furry friend along for the fun.
The overall vibe is welcoming and relaxed, ideal for families or a casual night out.

Cons

They seem to struggle with balancing takeaway and dine-in services, which has led to some folks getting up and leaving without ordering – a bit off-putting if you're hoping for a seamless experience.
A few mentions of pizzas not being cooked properly, which is a shame when the rest of the food sounds spot on.
It's card payments only and no AMEX, so if you're carrying cash or prefer that card, you might need to plan ahead.
Opening hours start a bit late on weekdays (from 3pm), so it might not suit those looking for a quick lunch earlier in the day.

Contact Information

1 Wickford Wy., London E17 6ZH

Bar

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Opening Hours

Monday (Today)	15:00 - 23:00
Tuesday	15:00 - 23:00
Wednesday	15:00 - 23:00
Thursday	15:00 - 23:00
Friday	12:00 - 23:00
Saturday	12:00 - 23:00
Sunday	12:00 - 22:00

Location

Recent Reviews

First visit and certainly will not be the last. What a local gem, city atmosphere without having to go into the city. Service was incredible, every member of staff was exceptionally helpful, friendly and welcoming and the ambience was fabulous, great space, great atmosphere, highly recommend. We had a lovely evening .

The Fit Life With Yanna

They're trying to balance takeaway with dine-in, and not so successfully. Seen two tables get up and leave without ordering when I've been there recently. The last pizza I had was not cooked well. Greed is okay, but it's not going to be at my cost. And there's plenty of good pizza locally 🤷‍♂️

Milo Fentriss

Great pizza and starters, good quality produce and nice pizza base. I will come back for sure. They have weekly deals on take away so will try and benefit from these.

Miguel Vázquez Cid

The Black Horse is part of a new housing development. Very modern. A Nouveau Industrial Chic. A very high ceiling with a suspended floor over a large part of the premises. A real fun place if you like this kind of thing (I do). Plenty of choice from the keg but not a destination venue for the real ale drinkers. A good place for something a little different.

Dai Tree

Throughly enjoyed our family lunch here today. We've been meaning to try for a little while, and so pleased we did. The restaurant was more formal than I anticipated with beautiful marble style tables, but the vibe was relaxed and welcoming.The staff were kind, attentive and friendly. Food was great!! We seriously overordered as we got a cheese and meat slate to start then had pizzas. The meat and cheese were authentically delicious (proscuttio/ guanciale/ mortadella/ parmesan) with fresh pizza flatbreads alongside. The pizzas were varied and a great size with generous amounts of toppings. We took our leftovers home to enjoy later. Will definitely be back- hopefully without the kids to sample the cocktail menu one evening!!

Lauren Daniels