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15/05/2026
today we're sending love & good luck to our chef ailsa. she started with us in august last year, walking into the café having just moved back to london asking for a job just when we needed another chef in the team. hands down the best smile on our roster. she's running the hackney half marathon on sunday, raising money for parkinson's. if anyone has anything to give, the donation link is in our bio.
we'll be open all weekend as usual, ready to refuel anyone taking part in the marathon. so come on down & eat with us & congratulate ailsa who we'll be celebrating.
big love 💕
02/04/2026
Hi everyone, we wanted to let you know our Easter opening hours:
Good Friday 9-4:30pm
Easter Saturday 9-4:30pm
Easter Sunday closed
Easter Monday 9-4:30pm
Come through as Spring has sprung. This li'l garden cutie would love to see you, as would we. Zucchini Fritters & the Season Fruits Oat Crumble available even on Monday.
BIG LOVE 💕🐣
13/03/2026
The sun may not be shining, but a Thingy sandwich can always bring comfort during these trying times. We’ve also been doing some r&d into a focaccia sandwich, so watch this space.
12/03/2026
Windy rainy days when it’s supposed to be spring deserve carrot cake (plus it’s vegan!), courtesy of our gorgeous supplier .hq
11/03/2026
Have you tried our most ordered item, crispy chilli eggs? Our salmon bun is also a delicious springtime choice ✨
09/03/2026
Come try our new gluten free seasonal fruits oat crumble and make chef happy. Currently featuring a delicious concoction of blackberries, pears, rhubarb and apples. If you give us good feedback, we’ll make it available all week long (maybe with a special deal 👀)
05/03/2026
have you met chef & management team extraordinaire, sage & mayki?
working tirelessly at thingy for over 3 years to create delicious food (every menu item holding significance in our relationship) & build an inclusive, welcoming community space. if you see us around say hey, we aim to know the names of everyone. especially if you have ideas and wishes for hiring or using the space to continue contributing to and growing our wonderful community, or you just wanna host a wild party with us, hit us up ✨ photo credit , we know our hair be looking a l’il different these days, but it’s still us
03/03/2026
New updated menu. Come try our new crumble. Sample focaccia from chef at . And don’t worry, our famous soup will still be available while stocks last. Keep an eye out for specials as well ✨
06/02/2026
Courtesy of , focaccia is back to being served with our Hot Honey Halloumi Salad. And will be available as an add-on for any other menu item ✨
Focaccia sandwich currently in kitchen R&D 😉
17/12/2025
Wishing you all the happiest festive season and can’t wait to see y’all, regulars and newcomers, in the new year 😘🫶🏻
21/05/2025
This coming bank holiday weekend, we're keeping our doors open for a few hours more each day. Enjoy our garden, our food, and one of our two fruity, refreshing new cocktails by .
**FRI-SUN 9:00-18:30**
Slide 1: Chapman with a honey and salted rim
Slide 2: Strawberry rosé hibiscus fizz
Come thru 💞
12/03/2025
As we get ready for winter to get out of town, and spring to arrive, changes are being made at the café. New dishes are in the lab and new beans have arrived. From today onward, we will be making coffee from roasters , bringing to a close a joyous and fruitful partnership with Mission Coffee Works, almost since the café first opened its doors ☕
We are very excited for the things coming up. The two March events: the Iftar 20/3 and the Hall Party 30/3. Tickets are selling fast, clink on the link in our bio to get yours while you can 🔗
21/01/2025
This January, or Veganuary for anyone that worships, will be the last month our Vegan Parm Burger/Tofu Burger will be available at the café.
One of the OG items I brought with me when I started January 2023. Developed a nice cult following and one of the dishes that non-negotiably comes with the house Thingy sauce.
I'll be sad to see it go, but come and order and eat as many as we can serve these last eleven days.
sage x
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1 Trowbridge Road, Hackney Wick
London
E9 5LD
To reach Trowbridge Road in London, the nearest public transport option is to take the tube on the District line to West Brompton station. From there, walk south on Old Brompton Road until it intersects with Trowbridge Road. Alternatively, you can take the bus route number 74, which runs along Trowbridge Road.
If driving, take the A3220 and turn onto Trowbridge Road near the junction with Edith Grove. Limited street parking is available on Trowbridge Road itself or nearby streets such as Finborough Road and Harcourt Terrace. There are also several pay-and-display car parks in the area, including Chelsea & Westminster Hospital car park and World's End Estate car park.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
9am - 4pm |
| Tuesday |
9am - 4pm |
| Wednesday |
9am - 4pm |
| Thursday |
9am - 4pm |
| Friday |
9am - 4pm |
| Saturday |
9am - 4:30pm |
| Sunday |
9am - 4:30pm |
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What people say
Thingy People, located on Trowbridge Road in Hackney Wick, is a hidden gem of a coffee shop that offers so much more than just great coffee. With its East London vibes, music, and art, it's the perfect spot to relax, work, meet friends or read a book. The highlight of this café is its beautiful hidden garden which provides a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.
The café also hosts regular events such as gigs with amazing DJs for an ambient evening. The upcoming event on Sunday 2nd July promises to be an endless summer's eve of vinyl therapy lovingly hosted by Lil’ Cam (FLOW) and Laurel Canyon (ulna parti), with guests Giorja and Laurenzo G (Selective Work) and Wat Tyler (FLOW). As the sun gently sets across the leafy patio, we'll wander through earthy psych, expansive trance, warm ambient, jazz, softrock and much more.
Thingy People also caters to vegans with their delicious Tofu Burger which comes with vegan parmesan and herb crusted tofu, grilled mushrooms and peppers served with crisps and Thingy sauce. The café has something for everyone including speciality coffee, herbal teas, beers, cocktails, bakes and more at the bar.
Overall Thingy People is a must-visit for anyone looking for a unique experience in East London.
