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Baby blue walls, mismatched furniture, and mirrors over the fireplaces set the tone for this Islington neighbourhood pub, which takes its food seriously without making a point of it. A Breton-born chef means braised rabbit sits happily next to steak and ale pie on a daily-changing menu. The courtyard garden fills up fast in warm weather, and the wine list runs deeper than a pub strictly needs.
Three honors, in evidence:
The record strongest first
- Top 50 Gastropubs 2026 · #67 · Top 50 Gastropubs
- Michelin Guide Selected Restaurant
- Difford's Guide 3.5 stars · Difford's Guide
One number, weighted & current 79
How we scoreThe dishes from the writeups
- Goose rillettes, toast and pickles Top 50 Gastropubs, 2026
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