From Angel to Highbury and Islington, this stretch of premium North London real estate is home to some fabulous places to eat. Modern British cooking? Pan-Asian food? World-class cocktails to pair with tasty plates? Our guide to the best Upper Street restaurants is sure to deliver.
Not just a cracking cocktail bar, Little Bat is also a top choice of restaurants near Highbury and Islington station. It rustles up small plates, seasonal options and desserts just a second from Upper Street, with the team behind Callooh Callay keeping you fed or watered.
Situated slap bang in the middle of Angel and Highbury stations is The Bull, a laid-back pub that's something of a favourite among locals. Expect tapas-style plates finished off with craft beers, wines and artisan spirits.
If high-tech darts is the name of your game, then a trip to Flight Club is a must. This quirky Upper Street hideaway is partnering paddle pizzas and coconut popcorn with bottomless boozing or alcoholic slushies. You'll wanna book an oche here and make a night of it.
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So you've seen The Vineyard's huge garden filled with twinkling fairy lights, but you still haven't been inside? Let us tell you about its pulled shawarma tacos, soya sloppy joes and mac 'n' cheese, all washed down by craft beer or a huge collection of gin.
Out of all the Upper Street, Islington restaurants, The Skinny Kitchen is an Instagrammer's paradise. From the pink neon signs and leafy decor through to vegan burgers, cauliflower wings, and prosecco or cocktails, it's all beaut here.
Not just one for classic pub grub, John Salt is the bustling North London watering hole that offers up lunch menus and bottomless brunching too, accompanied by Two Tribes beer. Better yet, you can reserve your own private area to match food and drinks with live DJs.
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Theberton Street restaurants are topped off by Humble Grape, a haven of internationally-inspired small plates and larger dishes like aubergine parmigiana or salted Skrei cod. Plus, there's an extensive wine list to sip your way through.
Tucked away on Camden Passage, Brother Marcus is the hidden gem that you need to discover. Serving up Eastern Meditteranean mouthfuls from morning to night, this chilled-out gem is perfect for brunch or an evening meal.
