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Historic Pub • Karaoke • Pub Quiz • Late Nights

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The Dolphin Hackney atmosphere and interior

About

Our Story

The Dolphin Hackney is a historic East London pub on Mare Street, rooted in Hackney’s culture and community.

By day it’s relaxed and social. By night it transforms with DJs, karaoke, pub quiz nights, and late night energy.

Standing proudly on Mare Street for generations, The Dolphin has remained part of Hackney’s social fabric through decades of change.

A place for drinks, music, games, and the kind of nights people remember.

Inside The Dolphin

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Private events and bookings at The Dolphin Hackney
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Events

From birthdays and group bookings to private parties and full venue moments, The Dolphin is made for memorable events. Karaoke can also be included as part of your booking if you want to make the night your own.

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Karaoke nights at The Dolphin Hackney
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Karaoke

From spontaneous singalongs to full birthday plans, karaoke at The Dolphin brings late night energy, crowd atmosphere, and the kind of nights people talk about after the music stops.

Pub quiz nights at The Dolphin Hackney
Tuesday 20:00

Pub Quiz

Join us every Tuesday at 8pm for The Dolphin’s weekly pub quiz with £2 entry, cash prizes, picture puzzles, music rounds, and a killer final round.

Happy Hour drinks at The Dolphin Hackney
Offers 15:00-19:00

Happy Hour

Drop in earlier and make the most of Happy Hour at The Dolphin with all draft beers £5 before the night picks up.