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The Lexington
Rock Club and Pub
Barnsbury, London
Has a stamp of approval from Time Out London and The Guardian
"weekly music quiz run by Rough Trade East every Monday"(4 Tips)
"Fantastic, intimate & lively live music venue upstairs."(3 Tips)
"Also a great intimate music venue."(4 Tips)
"Great bourbon and whiskey cocktails!"(8 Tips)
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Vic McGinMay 2, 2015Gigs! Don't gather on the stairs like the rest of the fools, get up the left of the stage and get a great view and breathing room. Rough trade pub quiz on Mondays is a hoot.
Evan BartlettFebruary 4, 2013Great bourbon selection. They had Van Winkle 20 year, and George T Staggs at alomst 15£, but they also had Blanton's and Bulleit for 3£
Sebastian MetzgerJanuary 1, 2015We went there randomly to watch a indie rock concert. Entry fee was reasonable at 8£ for three local somewhat famous bands. Recommended if you are into checking out the London underground rock scene.
Ministry of WaxingSeptember 23, 2013A London music stalwart, The Lexington has in the past played host to bands such as Foals and Peace. It also stocks a fantastic range of craft beers and hosts a regular quiz night by Rough Trade.- TastebudsAugust 20, 2013Venue promoter known for booking soon-to-be-big bands early on - and there's a weekly music quiz run by Rough Trade East every Monday too. Multi-pack of crisps for the best team name. Nik Naks please.
- Rob DysonSeptember 2, 2014Fantastic, intimate & lively live music venue upstairs. Great sound. FYI if you're eating in the pub downstairs, avoid the taxidermy corner. It smells of damp dog & puts you off your food.
Great venue for live music upstairs and nice bar downstairs.
Mag WalczakApril 23, 2016Book a table if you like to seat down. Security guy is not the most polite person in the world. Personally I didn't enjoy the place because of crowd but pies are definitely worth trying !
Richard SugdenNovember 1, 2018Quirky interior makes this an awesome place to hangout. Great alcohol selection as well
Person 5November 22, 2016Cool bar downstairs, intimate music venue upstairs. Check out the gig listings and club nights.
Rough Trade music pub quiz every Monday. Don't worry if your musical knowledge is poor; you can still win crisps for the best team name
Kevin McCulleyJuly 25, 2015Nice cozy music venue upstairs, though like most rock clubs gets a bit sweaty once the gigs get going.
Pay £5 and ask for their secret jar potion. If you're brave enough take a long sip!
Michaela WatkinsonMarch 19, 2017Cosy rock pub with a friendly atmosphere. They put on lots of gigs here.
TheBigGayAlMay 11, 2015Very eclectic mix of live music upstairs. Great range of American beers downstairs.
One of my favourite venues in London, nice downstairs pub too. Avoid the camden hells, £4.50!
Time Out LondonMarch 28, 2012Effectively the common room for the music industry’s perennial sixth form, this is where the hottest US exports will generally make their London debut. Read more
Marcus HarrisOctober 27, 2010weekday lunch is half price, friday is the flagship indie disco, white light, and try the hirsch bourbon before it goes extinct, pricey but almost life affirming!
Edward HerbertAugust 25, 2014Good for bands and a relatively chilled out atmosphere. Not bad for another out on the weekend.
Of the the 4 Bourbons I've tried, the Eagle Rare 10 (single barrel) followed by the Weller 12.
The food is best avoided, but the drinks are plentiful & well selected!
Intimate venue for gigs and good line up all year round
Thrash HitsJanuary 14, 2011Pub quizzes on Monday, loads of different bourbons and a monthly Nordic music clubnight.
Daniel SmithApril 5, 2011Sign up to their mailing list and get a card giving you 10% off drinks at the bar
Simon DoggettOctober 23, 2010The burger was surprisingly competent. Worth a look but make sure you've got a table booked at the weekend.
Kam GhafoorOctober 31, 2010liars! when they say they will reserve a space for 25 people they really mean they'll save you a space for 8!
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splendid bar, splendid venue....bands, whiskey, food, beer, jumble sales, pop quiz and lots more...
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- Mon–Wed
- Noon–2:00 AM
- Thu–Fri
- Noon–3:00 AM
- Sat–Sun
- Noon–4:00 AM
+44 20 7837 5371
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"Good selection of beers, eclectic crowd. Live music upstairs. Can get busy but never too crazy."
Matt Lucht - 6.9
"Great music. Nice that the bar has tv screens and live feed for those that want to sit and chill."
MEL BROWN STUDIOS - 8.1
"Finally have a real ale pump with the beer changing regularly. Every week is much like a lucky dip."
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- 6.9
"Beautiful terrace. Usually very crowded but worth the wait. A little bit expensive but great option for a sunny day! Try the appletini and the Sunday brunch!"
Kiara March - 7.3
"The bar at the top is often quieter than all the others. View of the stage from the rail on the second level is great"
Richard Hare
- 5.5
"Thursday nights are Brazilian Zouk nights @ Surya! Dance classes followed by club with brilliant music, friendly crowd. Had a great time! And it's an eco-friendly club- the only one in London"
Nataliya Grigorova
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