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Good Beer Guide pub in Hackney.

Geek-friendly landlord, good food, free wireless access. Was non-smoking even before the ban.

16 hand pumps, typically with 8 beers available, mostly from the Milton Brewery. Pint-to-line glasses are standard, and the staff are happy to let you try things before you order

They also keep good cider on hand too, a good selection of bottled Continental beers, and sensibly priced soft drinks. I particularly recommend the Rauchbier, which is just what it says it is.

Pool table and bar billiards table, plus board games behind the bar.

See website for food times and the current menu. On the till system, the options for "how would you like your steak" starts at blue.

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OS X co-ord: 534741 OS Y co-ord: 185112 (Latitude: 51.548313 Longitude: -0.056517)
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