Pubs in Highbury
14 pubs
Highbury drinks in a quieter register than Islington a mile south. The pubs cluster around Highbury Barn and along Blackstock Road, mostly proper locals with a fire in winter and a garden in summer, and they fill on match days when the Emirates empties out.
The Hen and Chickens keeps a theatre above the bar, which sets the tone for the area: several of these rooms run comedy previews, quizzes and small gigs midweek rather than saving everything for the weekend.
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The Highbury Barn Tavern
- The Alma Newington Green
- The Woodbine
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The Snooty Fox
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The Lamb, Holloway
- The Horatia
- The Alwyne Castle
- House of Hammerton
- The Hen & Chickens Theatre Bar
- Canonbury Tavern
- BeBopaLula
- The Edinburgh
- Brewhouse & Kitchen Highbury
- The Duchess of Kent
Frequently asked questions
What are the best pubs in Highbury?
This guide lists the pubs and bars in Highbury worth a visit, each with its own page covering what's on, opening hours, amenities and contact details. Browse the list above and open any pub for the full picture.
Which Highbury pubs have events on?
Many list quiz nights, live music, DJs, comedy or screened sport. Each pub page shows the events we can confirm are running, and the map above plots what's on at these pubs.
Are there dog-friendly or family-friendly pubs in Highbury?
Yes. Each pub page lists its amenities (dog friendly, beer garden, kitchen, step-free access and more) where we can confirm them, so you can pick one that suits.
How do I find what's on in Highbury tonight?
See the what's on in Highbury page for everything happening across the borough by date, or check an individual pub's page for its own listings.
How often is this Highbury pub guide updated?
The venue list is evergreen and each pub's events refresh as venues publish new dates, so the listings stay current.