When we moved to Stepney we thought there would be no where to go in the evening unless we travelled up to Shoreditch or Victoria Park, but L'Oasis on Mile End Road by Steoney Green tube changed all that.

It's a pub that serves food and is really spacious inside, although doesn't look so from outside. Huge tables, extensive choice of beer, wine and spirits, and good old fashioned food. It's well priced but can be busy straight after work so it may be good to book to guarantee a table for then.

We go to L'Oasis to meet friends and are never rushed and end up spending many a tipsy evening drinking and eating there until late.

There's art from local artists on the wall that's also available to buy, plus special events like wine or whisky tasting evenings happen every month.

We're regulars now, so join us and check it out!

L'Oasis was right down the street from my flat, so whenever me and my flatmates didn't feel like cooking, we'd take a trip down to this local favorite. This is a very cozy, more upscale pub. The courses run anywhere from seven quid to fifteen. They have daily specials, but I think their specialty is their sandwiches.

My favorite is the chicken ceasar salad, which comes sandwiched in the fluffiest, lightest bread I'd ever had, loads of chips (fries), and filled with juicy chicken breast slices and fresh romaine lettuce. The portions at this place are huge, so make sure to come with an empty stomach. I usually share with a friend, that way we could save room for a few pints. The chicken ceasar sandwich costs about 6 quid, and add a pint it'll go up to 8 or 9.

L'Oasis is usually packed during lunch, Sunday brunch (try their Sunday roast), and dinner, so come during off times (2 to 5pm) - you'll be less confused. In the evenings, you find a lot of the young professionals winding down after a long day of work either in Central or at the Docklands, and who find flats in the east end a lot more affordable and quite a livible location.

I'd definitely say they carry fresher ingredients and serve some quality pub food - plus more. Sunday roasts are popular, and they have lots of seafood options also.

L'Oasis is located in between Stepney Green station and Mile End, and is situated right next to Queen Mary's main campus. From Stepney Green, take a left as you leave the station, stay on Mile End, after passing the Co-op, Whetherspoons, and a billiard hall, you'll find it! Enjoy!!!