Flask

Top choice in North London


Charming nooks and crannies, an old circular bar and an enticing beer garden make this 1663 pub the perfect place for a pint while walking between Hampstead Heath and Highgate Cemetery. In winter huddle before the open fires and enjoy the Sunday roast (mains £15 to £18.50). It really is just like a country pub in the city.


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