Bona Ventura

Islington / Barnsbury · London

The Drapers Arms

Local cuisineLocals' pick

A high-ceilinged Barnsbury local off the Upper Street fray, run by landlord Nick Gibson, with an award-winning wine list, British cooking with French touches from a Breton-born chef and a courtyard garden.

Address
44 Barnsbury St, London N1 1ER
Hours
Mon-Sat 12:00-23:00; Sun 12:00-22:30 (Google hours via Wanderlog, 2026-09)
Best time to go
Afternoon, Evening · About 1.5 h
Price
Price not verified
Price level
££

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Good to know

  • There is always a pie, and it raises money for Action Against Hunger (Hot Dinners); the suet-crust chicken pie is a regular.
  • Sunday brings very large roasts (Time Out); families and dogs welcome.

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