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The Albion
Gastropub and Beer Garden££££
Barnsbury, London
"Great Sunday roast highly recommend to book in advance"(4 Tips)
"A great Sunday roast with huge yorkshire puddings"(3 Tips)
"Great garden with plenty of room - perfect for summer evenings."(18 Tips)
"Beautiful pub perfect for chilled catch-up with friends."(2 Tips)
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Never disappoints! Wholeheartedly recommend trying the whole roasted suckling pig with a group of friends. Even better if you get a spot in the garden during summer.
MEL BROWN STUDIOSDecember 27, 2015It's a fantastic traditional pub with a great atmosphere. You can sit and chat to the locals or have privacy with your friends. If you're lucky you might get to meet the resident puppies.
FryJuly 18, 2016Don't plan to go there on a Sunday evening to do your birthday on the terrace. They'll kick you out when you start singing happy birthday to your friend because they're scared of losing their licence
Evening StandardMay 11, 2012The pretty walled garden is ideal for an al fresco lunch. The Albion is widely noted for its excellent Sunday roasts, and the kitchen in general has won praise from food critics far and wide. Read more
- hotel.infoAugust 15, 2011Beautiful pub perfect for chilled catch-up with friends. Recommend: jug of mojito & goats cheese, prosciutto and grilled peach salad. Food (7.5/10), Service (7.5/10), Value (7/10). Read more
Cozy pub with an amazing garden at the back. They don't have a big selections of beers but good enough to find something nice.
hello_emilyApril 26, 2015Really nice pub. Spicy bloody marys & the roast pork belly was tasty (but no crackling 😣)
Jef WegNovember 1, 2014The cheese burger was amazing! Not sure what kind of sauce was used, but it was tasty. The buns were brioche-y too
LucasApril 12, 2015The garden is great. They were struggling with the cash machines and the bar tap, which both weren't working but the staff was very friendly and did their best.
Natalia BarbosaJune 23, 2015It's a beautiful place but the service is terrible!They forgot 1order and I had to wait for it so my food got cold. My friend's order came out cold. More than enough people serving but not competent.
Kate OwensAugust 21, 2011Book in advance for a gorgeous Sunday roast (2 or 4 can share special roast dishes) gorgeous garden - lovely on a sunny Sunday afternoon
For a fantastic party with 9 of your mates, call ahead to order the whole roast suckling pig with all the trimmings. Heaps of tender pork and veg, with fresh pork crackling as garnish!- DavidMay 25, 2015Lots of space to hang out both in the front and the back, so great for a sunny day.
warrenismAugust 10, 2014A tasty cheeseburger on offer, however, be aware that they can run out on a weekend. Triple cooked chips = winning!
Amazing pub food! Give a try to their Scotch Egg and Fish & Chips ;)
Nick BlackJuly 22, 2018A real gastropub with the perfect garden to wile away the hours on a Sunday afternoon.
Rachel KnowledgeJune 13, 2011Crispy but fluffy roasties and perfectly cooked meat, try the roast beet for two to share. Book in advance to avoid disappointment. Read more
Eddie SharkeyMay 17, 2014Great atmosphere, amazing Beer Garden. I didn't eat but food looked amazing.
The roast suckling pig (need to order in advance) will feed 10-15 people. Has all the trimmings and is delicious.
Kurt HaaAugust 21, 2016Very cozy gastropub, but food and wine are average. I would go for a pint of beer and some snacks only.- Nick BlackDecember 24, 2018The quality of the food has gone down in recent years. Still a pleasant place for lunch but no longer a top tier gastropub.
Nice pub with very big terrace inside. The hamburgers are amazing!
Meredith EarlJanuary 2, 2011Very tolerant of young kids. Great atmosphere and the food looked amazing. Easy parking - will be back!
Chris CNovember 9, 2014The Earl of Essex still prevails as the best Sunday Roast in Islington. Had high hopes for The Albion, but it's overpriced and overhyped. Slow service, small portions 5/10. Could do better.
- Gary SimmonsNovember 19, 2013Mediocre food but lovely pub with a big garden just back from Upper Street. Full review on Scoff London: http://scofflondon.com/pubs-bars/the-albion-review-n1/
Kieran McOctober 20, 2017Part of a group booking with orders placed days in advance. Food arrived over an hour after they told us to expect it.
Simon HarveyNovember 26, 2013Packed in the summer. Looks like a home counties village pub. Posh cars.
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A pub with garden and a private dining room in Islington
Closed until 11:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 11:00 AM–11:00 PM
- Sat
- 9:00 AM–11:00 PM
- Sun
- 9:00 AM–10:30 PM
+44 20 7607 7450
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Visa & MasterCard)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Smoking
Yes
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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- 8.6
"Patio summer fun - just like Union Pool ;) Food 50/50 - roast beef too rare, yorkshires large but dry. Roast chicken lovely - great veggies. Can book tables too."
Matt - 8.0
"Try the Lamb Chips. Really really yummy."
Zack Williams - 9.0
"Wow! The scotch eggs and the slow cooked brisket were amazing."
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Sabine Dufaux - 8.4
"Great little local gem tucked out of the way, with a nice terrace. Lots of interesting bottles and cans beyond the standard draughts. Great Sunday roasts."
Aaron - 8.3
"Good pizza and good service. If you are trying to get to watch a game book in advance as the big games will always draw a big crowd!"
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