Field Notes is a restaurant and wine bar located at Studio 3 Monohaus on Mare Street in Hackney, East London. The space occupies part of a contemporary mixed-use building close to London Fields and has been designed to function as both a dining room and a bar. The layout is open plan, with the kitchen visible from most of the seating area and a long counter that serves as the central feature. Materials are understated, with pale wood, polished concrete and neutral tones used throughout to create a simple and practical interior suited to the building’s modern design.
The restaurant is led by chef Ivan Tisdall-Downes, formerly of Native, and focuses on seasonal British ingredients. The menu is compact and changes regularly according to availability, with dishes built around vegetables, seafood and wild or foraged produce. Preparation methods combine British cooking with influences from other cuisines, reflecting the chef’s varied background. Food is served in a straightforward format, designed for both individual diners and small groups.
The adjoining bar area serves a range of natural and low-intervention wines alongside cocktails and soft drinks made from botanical or fermented ingredients. The drinks list changes in line with the menu, maintaining the same emphasis on seasonal sourcing and minimal waste. Seating at the bar is available for those visiting for drinks only, while the rest of the space supports full table service during lunch and dinner.
Field Notes operates as a local restaurant within Hackney’s food and creative scene. Its design allows for flexible use across the day, from informal drinks to complete meals, while keeping the focus on ingredient-led cooking, natural wines and a clear, functional layout suited to the neighbourhood setting. The result is a welcome addition to the thriving and highly competitive Hackney food landscape.