This North London neighbourhood certainly pulls no punches when it comes to great places to wet your whistle; not only is it home to trendy cocktail dens with snazzy small plates, but also traditional, cosy boozers featuring shuffleboard, gastro grub or epic vinyl-only DJ nights. So you can discover the top dogs, check out our roundup of the best pubs and bars in Kentish Town.
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Last updated on 13th January 2026
There's a lot to love about Vine. The hotspot not only has a huge amount of space indoors, complete with shuffleboard tables and screens showing all the latest sports fixtures, but also a sprawling outdoor area that's perfect for the warmer months.
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Tucked away from the high street, The Lion & Unicorn offers a casual, calming and trendy vibe. Get stuck into craft beers and real ale, not to mention stunning gastro grub, including beaut Sunday roasts. And when the sun's shining? This Kentish Town pub's beer garden comes out in full bloom.
The Grafton is one of the best pubs near Kentish Town station. Spread across two floors, the bar serves a variety of libations, including eight different award-winning ales and a list of fine wines. Better still, the venue's idyllic roof terrace is perfect for when the sun decides to make an appearance.
When it comes to late-night bars in Kentish Town, The Abbey Tavern is keeping the vibes going until 1am on weekends. Plus with cosy pub interiors, a sprawling beer garden and roof terrace, it's the perfect place to enjoy tasty tipples and bougie hotdogs.
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Looking for the best pub food in Kentish Town? The Bull & Gate is making our stomachs rumble with its enviable menu, featuring dishes like courgette and broad bean risotto alongside bavette steak. Pair that with a tipple from the extensive drinks list and you've got a feast to be reckoned with.
The Gipsy Queen is a true local in Kentish Town, friendly to families, pooches and your taste buds. People flock here for the cosy interiors, tasty array of classic gastropub dishes and all the beer you could want.
Never For Ever ticks all the boxes when it comes to brilliant cocktail bars in Kentish Town. Fronting stylish interiors, from the hanging plants and graffiti to the leather sofas, this is just the spot to sink a few with friends. And if you're hungry? There are small plates and pizzas up for grabs.
Tucked away on an unassuming street, The Parakeet packs in traditional London charm, Michelin Bib Gourmand-acclaimed food and cracking cocktails. Pull up a pew in the beautifully unfussy bar to tuck into prime cuts of meat, sensational seafood and plenty more fine dining meets pub grub dishes.
Heading here on a Sunday? Stick around for one of the city's most talked-about roasts. Whenever you stop by, there's all kinds on offer to keep you refreshed, from classic ales to craft beer and wines from around the world.
