The Holly Bush in Camden

Service was very good and the girls were very friendly and accommodating (with the exception of the lame greeting we received as we arrived)...food was overpriced and very average...the lamb was very fatty...the beef was the best of all the meals.. my wife had the chicken which was ok....the mixed vegetables were soggy...the yorkshire pudding was cold, hard and oily...We had barely just sat down and ordered when our meals arrived within 5 mins...felt like a cafeteria where the food is mass produced...We are visiting from Toronto Canada and our expectations were very high having read about The Holly Bush online...Very disappointing...Paul and Roisin OHara and Mary Maher...07874322233

Classic Hampstead pub. Always busy on a Sunday afternoon. Not many seats available inside as most the space is reserved for dining which I’ve always found a shame. Pretty to look at from the outside.

We love this pub and area and booked in for a Sunday roast recently. Really enjoyed it. The team did a great job and the dining area at the back of the pub works well 👍👍

Exquisite Sunday roast slightly on the upper range of price pp. However, the lamb was scrumptious and there's a nice selection of draught beers. I came here before Ariana released her Hampstead song, so if you plan on going definitely make a booking. Overall it contributes to your quaint trip to Hampstead area

Booked a table 3 weeks ago for what I was expected a lovely Sunday roast. However, we ended up being offered a table in the darkest part of the basement while other customers had tables upstairs with sun. We ended up staying in walk-in bar instead (what a waste of 3 weeks waiting time) and ordering a roast there. 1h later still no food while people arrived way later had their mains served before us. Never again. Overpriced and overrated. So many more better options around.

Seems they are living on past glory and tik-tok hype nowadays. It used to be a cosy, friendly, and affordable local place - not anymore. The most ridiculous thing is to not let people sit at the tables without ordering food. We used to sit at those same tables many times in the past, buying numerous drinks and snacks. Now they act like fine dining place (and prices is the only thing that reflects this). Overall, one star for the past glory, cosy interiors, and views from the hill on the way to the pub.

never tried food here but love going here to get some drinks! always have the best time and cozy and comfortable atmosphere, nice wine and beer!

i left my heart in a pub at hampstead…

I left my heart at a pub in Hampstead And I misplaced my mind in a good way

i left a bit of my stranger sugar danger here and maybe even my heart? idk i dont remember much but the service is 10/10

I left my heart here, honestly. maybe even misplaced my mind in the best way. I came here after I threw away my reputation but saved myself from more heartache. they have a diverse menu offering a variety of dishes - a little bit of sugar, a little bit of danger! and what’s wrong with that? a place that invites you to feel everything, rather than nothing every time. and while I may not remember every detail of the evening, I knew who I was when I arrived. and somehow, I left a slightly different version of myself behind!

I left my heart at a pub in hampstead

It was good food but I think I left my heart here & misplaced my mind (It was in a good way). If im being honest I can't really remember much of anything in the past year but I do vivdly remember that the food had the perfect amount of flavor! Felt like a little kick of poison with a little bit of sugar. Really my only problem with this place is that my seat was nowhere near the table when I walked in. Overall 10/10 recommend!

This is a must visit oasis when in Hampstead.

The Holly Bush will always hold a place in my heart as one of my favorite pubs. It's a gorgeous pub, and is the perfect environment for some food and drink. The burger was perfect, as were the chips, and was perfect with a pint. Nothing to complain about, will always find myself coming back here.

Teníamos muchas esperanzas para esta cena por mi cumpleaños. Habíamos oído que era genial. Tuvimos que pararnos un rato para estar sentados y como éramos cuatro, esto se convirtió en un pequeño problema con la gente entrando y saliendo. Una vez que estábamos sentados nos dieron agua y pan que era genial. Desafortunadamente, pasaron otros 20 minutos antes de que nuestras bebidas llegaran - a mitad de camino a comer nuestros entrantes! Mi vino estaba caliente, pero no había nadie a decir, ya que los camareros entregaron comida y salieron de la habitación. Nuestra cena era tibia y las verduras frías. Nos habíamos quedado sin bebidas, pero nadie preguntó si nos gustaría algo más. Tuve que preguntar cuando entregaron el plato principal si podíamos tomar más bebidas con nuestra comida! Al menos la segunda copa de vino estaba fría - por £ 18. 00 un vaso que se espera que sea. Íbamos a tener un desierto pero no volvieron a preguntarnos qué queríamos así que solo pedimos la factura y nos fuimos. Terrible servicio, mucho más caro.

Stumbled across this place on after an afternoon walk round Hampstead on my birthday and absolutely LOVED it, mainly due to the friendly staff. Katya was excellent and made such a fuss of our dog, bringing him lots of treats which he loved. Didn’t catch the other man’s name who was working but he was brilliant too. They both made us feel so welcome. We shared a few nibbles and had a couple of drinks, enjoying the great playlist and atmosphere. Highly recommend and will definitely go back!

Tan pronto como entré en el pub me molestó un perro grande. Nadie intervino y me vi obligado a salir del pub. Esto fue un ultraje absurdo.

No te molestes con este pub que piensan que son un restaurante caro con estrella Michelin a juzgar por los precios y el tamaño de los platos. Pedí un vino tinto medio también y me cobraron £ 12. 50!!! y el barero incluso llenó la unidad de medida (175 ml) así que pagué de más y ni siquiera recibí lo que pagué... y una botella de agua por £ 5. 50... ridículo.

Very quaint pub in a great neighborhood. The pump-draft London Pride beer is excellent. Absolutely must visit pub. What do you think of this mini room? It's right next to the pub counter. I fell in love with it

Overpriced wine ...asked for a medium but it wasn't £12.50....Holly Bush used to be reasonable but now trades on its location and tik tok reviews. The flask is a better more spacious and not as expensive

I cut my stake with a butter knife! Absolutely lovely

La comida es absolutamente delicioso lugar - en y el servicio era increíble también. El pub era tan relajante y muy muy tradicionalmente Inglés tenía la experiencia más grande. Gracias. Janet Cornbloom

Lovely hidden pub with great Sunday lunches in lots of rooms of different sizes.

Didn’t get food (ridiculous offerings for a pub) so just giving it an average score there. While the decor of the pub is amazing, the people you’ll find in there quickly ruin the atmosphere. Despite the sign at the door asking you to wait to be seated, don’t expect the wait staff to actually come and take an order.

Great food , wonderful ambience Lovely old world building with great character , food excellent , service too Only issue is steep hills and access due to quaint old buildings ( but that's Hampstead for you ) apart from that well worth a special journey , highly recommended

Beautiful pub. Service was pretty poor at the bar. One barman making hot drinks and a queue when the pub was quiet. Serving the person he seen first rather than finding out who was waiting longest. £15.70 for a glass of wine is a joke. Over rated and not worth the climb up the hill. The prices are as steep as the climb up the stairs. 🥲

Nice pub, in a hidden part of Hampstead I arrived at 12:10, very quiet. Nice selection of beer and wine. I didn’t eat but the food looks great.

Met by Niaomi who was the nicest person you could meet , she was so welcoming , our Dog Gino absolutely loved her .. Seated at a lovely table in a room with a roaring fire , just perfect on a cold day . Gareth too was happy to engage at every opportunity, so very professional & attentive too .he clearly loved his work & it shows. The burger was delicious, very filling so no dessert , my partner enjoyed his fish & chips too .Happy to pay the Service Charge here as the staff are acceptional.. Thankyou for making us so welcome , you are The Best , sorry Gareth for having to walk around Gino who lay in you're way the whole time , he was very relaxed & content, so too were we ..

Nosotros, uno de mis mejores amigos, siempre nos ha encantado venir aquí. Pero, habiendo reservado mesa sin haber consultado menú online, se horrorizaron por los precios de los menús. . . Lo siento, pero el plato más barato (que los dos elegimos) , 28 libras ... muy sabroso, si sobresalado, pero disculpe, à precio muy alto para dos mitades de una pechuga de pollo, à seta de lujo, con à chorro de espuma vegetal ... tuvo que pagar alrededor de 6 libras por unos trozos de brócoli germinado ... Un hermoso pub, pero precios absolutamente ridículos ahora. Muy triste.

Atmospheric environment, excellent food presented with care, kind and professional service. The room on the upper floor and the one with the glass ceiling are wonderful.

Had a great catchup with my old school friends, 30 yr reunion lunch. Had a great time and the food was excellent. Lovely english atmosphere!

Ate here with a couple of friends on Saturday. There was a queue outside at 11:45am but we had a reservation and were seated to a nice corner table in the first dining room. We had alovely waiter but it was very cold by the window with a draft coming through. It was a shame the fire wasn't onbut there were two people sat right in front of it. My friend and I had the french onion soup, it was tasty but more croutons than soup broth! My friend enjoyed his burger. It was a nice lunchtime stop for a morning walk in Hampstead and would visit again.

We were celebrating two joint birthdays early saturday evening dinner. From their menu they were out of half of the items we requested: - Gnocchi - Poached pear pudding - Sticky toffee pudding Our 17 year olds were refused a glass of beer each even though they were with parents and had ID. We go there regularly but this is the first time we encountered this which was a shame as we were celebrating two birthdays. A real disappointment although the service was great and we got a great table. We will not be rushing back to eat here.

Terrible! I was extremely disappointed with the service at this pub. My companion and I were sitting at the bar around noon on a quiet Wednesday—there were only 4 people in the entire place. At some point, we asked to move to the table near the fireplace, but were told it wasn’t allowed because those tables were reserved for food orders. We clarified that we were happy to order snacks, yet they still refused. After consulting the manager, they suggested we could move to a table near the radiator, which honestly felt like a bad joke. The attitude was appalling, and I’ll never return to this place.

Beautiful pub. Only had time for one beer but loved every minute there.

What a delightful discovery! We saw this pub mentioned on TikTok and decided to give it a try and we were not disappointed! As soon as you’re seated you’re served an adorable plate of fluffy brioche buns with salted butter with parsley. The food was fantastic, delicious and varied. Service attentive and friendly. The pub itself has retained a lot of original structure, rooms and design but clearly really well maintained. My only small feedback would be the fish and chips where the fish tasted a bit too fried as the batter was very dark and crusty. The fish was fresh and tasty though.

I was a little skeptical of my reservation after reading some reviews the day before, I am so glad I did not cancel my reservation! I was there for lunch celebrating my birthday and I can honestly say it was an amazing experience! the food was great and very tasty, the portions were great, not small at all and the service was lovely!  this pub is beautiful, has a great vibe and I cannot wait to visit again! Thank you!

Finally made it here on Saturday. It's been on the radar for many years, and it didn't disappoint 🙌

Perfect winter stop. Drinks, Food and Service.

Poor service, tasteless beef, a sunday roast served w/o a yorkshire pudding

Went for the “Sunday roast”. Our group had the lamb shoulder, beef, and turkey and everyone loved their meal. Highly recommended! Booking for Sunday roast is a must

Superb dining setting on the 1st, but 1h40 to be served, it's a shame...

The ambiance, beer and staff were good but I was a bit underwhelmed with my meal

Visited The Holly Bush as had seen it a lot on social media and had looked at the menu before booking. Whilst the food was very good taste wise, (I had the venison) it was just very expensive for the tiny portion you get. I would advise to go at a quieter time as we visited in the evening and it was very loud due to how many tables are packed into a small space.

Historical and beautiful Hampstead pub. Food was average at best on our latest visit...

I’ve been there for dinner. The atmosphere was cozy and nice. However, the stuff was super slow. It took me nearly 2 hours to finish dinner. There was a huge gap between starters and main. I ordered an onion soup which wasn’t the traditional French onion soup and it wasn’t tasty. The soup arrived cold, not even warm, cold. The portion of the soup was extremely small (3-4 spoons and over). I had to get a second starter. The cevice was tasty but again extremely tiny portion, it felt like the chef is afraid to put food in to people plates and he spends time only to garnish. Then my main arrived. I got the most expensive individual dish in the menu, the fillet steak. Oh dear, I asked for medium and arrived well done, the portion of the meat was a joke. It was like 150g - 170g max. The fillet steak is nearly £40 but for such price, you expect more meat. When the bill arrived it felt like I was in a  expensive restaurant in central London. Overall the place looks ok but extremely super overpriced for what you get. I left Holly Bush with a bitter feeling. The feeling was I don’t feel full, these people wanted only my money without doubt. If I was paying this money but the portions were double, I would be super happy. But you can’t serve to adults portions made for kids and charge customers that ridiculously high. I wouldn’t recommend this place for food to anyone, unless if you want to throw away your money and then end up in a kebab shop to curb your hunger.

Super lovely pub! The Sunday roast wasn’t what it was a few years ago, and they don’t let you choose a temp on the burger. Well done only. Flavors were lacking but it’s an idyllic pub. Best sticky toffee pudding I’ve ever had though

The whole experience was rather underwhelming. The food was bland and two of my party of four sent the loin of pork dishes back, the pork being tough and rather tasteless. I suspect it had been sitting on the pass for too long which would also explain the large gap between our first and second courses. One of my party had the hake which was served up as a ridiculously small portion. When I pointed this out to the manager he responded with " well Hake is an expensive fish"! By that reckoning I'm glad Turbot wasn't on the menu!! I think if a restaurant is going to charge these prices they must expect to be judged accordingly. Sadly it failed to deliver and neither myself nor any of my party will be returning .

Helpful busy host and great area to have a Sunday roast. Service is very slow, zero communication and attentiveness, both beef and porchetta roasts were flavoursome but tiny portions (1 slice each really?) when questioned, we’ve been told this is the regular roast they normally have. Took ages to have our bill (2 hours and 10 mins in total for a bottle of red and 2 roasts) 6!? Staff members eating in the clearing room during busy dinner service and 1 person running back and forth like headless chicken. Normally I’m very understanding but situations like this must be addressed. Oh very quick to take the bill’s payment!

One of our favourite pubs in the area, we love going for a pint or the excellent gastropub food. Cozy vibe. Very popular so often full.

Lovely setting and top class service. However-when you pay a fortune for a cut of lamb-it should be worth the money.There was so much fat on the serving that me and my daughter had and you could maybe forgive it if it was one poor serving.It was more fatty than lean and very very disappointing after a good previous experience recommendation. Certainly NOT worth the nearly £200 paid I won’t be coming back

Yesterday I returned to the Holly Bush, where I had already been several times, the last time last September. I have to say I was a little disappointed and I don't think I will be returning anytime soon. We took the Sunday roast, which I found less refined than usual both in terms of raw materials and service. The dish cannot arrive at the table already barely warm. Even the room where we were (on the ground floor at the back right) I found less welcoming than the one at the entrance or on the first floor (my favorite). The waitress was nice, but for the quality of the food, I felt it had gone down a lot. Sin!

Great pub, food smelt great shame there’s not a great deal of seating at the bar. Great reclusive location.

I got the roast porchetta and the meat was very dry. They also forgot to get the pudding on my dish but the waitress was very friendly and resolved the issue.

Quite average as far as pubs go, but you wouldn’t think it looking at the price. I really would not recommend a visit as I’d probably not want to go back if i’m being honest. So much better quality and value around the area. Lets start with the menu: quite limited. The kitchen has attempted to be fancy but the plates come out being rather basic in terms of how flavours go. All our food came out cold sadly, including the food, so that was rather dissatisfying. Also portions as you can see are tiny. The service is great, but there is 0 atmosphere. Quite loud, no music, and the whole place is rather drafty.

Went for Sunday roast, everything was excellent and even the desserts weren't bad. Kind service

Nice pub up the slope, away from the station a bit. Didn't get to eat here unfortunately. Enjoyed a couple of drinks - good selection of beers and ales on tap; selection of whiskies too. RECOMMEND.

Honey cake was delicious and the soup starter…fish cake didn’t enjoy so much. Lovely pub in excellent location.

Went back here again. I just have to give a big shout out to the Host! She is amazingly helpful and always smiling even though she is so busy. Has to be the best pub for a Sunday roast lunch. A friend had to book the table a few weeks in advance but boy was it worth it. Amazing super friendly and inviting staff. From the host to the waitress I have never felt more welcome in a place. Obviously the roasts are great, but I must say to also leave space for the desserts. They are not your standard pub desserts. Next level in taste, and quality.

Such a beautiful restaurant pub. Bookings are highly recommended as it gets busy for Sunday roast. We went for our doggies birthday on remembrance Sunday and enjoyed a beef and hog roast. The staff are very attentive and even prepared a birthday plate for our doggo. 🎂🐶🍖🐩

Perfect for a drink, but avoid the food at all cost.

Had a great meal here recently and catch up with friends for a pint.

Wonderful, quintessentially English pub for a good drink or bite to eat. Staff are v friendly and professional. Served by Joseph, who's a credit to the pub. Will definitely return when next in area.

Our first visit to the renowned Holly Bush. We were staying in Hampstead for the weekend, had been on a lovely long walk around the lanes, etc., and popped in for some well deserved refreshments. We were really impressed, what a great pub. So busy. We didn't have food but one quick pint quickly turned into four and could quite easily have lasted long into the evening. Staff were great, really good selection of beers and a fantastic atmosphere. Would definitely recommend and revisit.

Worst Sunday roast in Hampstead/Highgate/Gospal Oak area. The chicken roast consists one tiny breast, the lamb was mostly fat and bone, some of the veg was cold. Service inattentive, they got two drinks wrong

Very cute, but kinda weird that it is in the midst of a residential neighborhood and there’s a security guard to keep people away from the homes. They had a gluten free Peroni beer for me, so that was nice.

Best pub in london. End of discussion.

Nice surroundings and food was pretty good although overpriced compared to other pubs around.

Great food and vibes! Good veg options as well

A very charming place. It's worth going in and seeing it.

Precioso restaurante en la planta alta - gran servicio con un menú cuidadoso, delicioso pan, grandes ostras y excelente pescado con verduras Interesante carta de vinos - excelente Sancerre

Perfect time with family. The food was great and affordable. Great service from friendly staff.

We booked a table for 4 on Saturday evening. We were immediately told there was no lamb or potatoes, (at 7.30 on a Saturday night??) We waited over an hour and a half for our dinner so by the time our dinner arrived we were hungry and very tipsy. We consequently ate our food in ten minutes!!Very disappointing for what was supposed to be a lovely evening with our daughter! Lovely pub but wont eat here again in the evening!

A fantastic pub with a quintessential classic British restaurant above.

Another lovely pub with great beer. Would highly recommend👍😁

Worth every penny for the dishes there. Had the aubergine lasagne and it was godly. Mates had the pork and loved it. Service and atmos top notch as well! Thanks for having us!

Fuimos a almorzar el domingo. Reservamos con un par de meses de antelación, aconsejable ya que se pone muy ocupado! Disfrutamos mucho de toda la experiencia. Cada uno tuvimos una cena asada diferente y todos estaban deliciosos. Los pudines eran encantadores también. El servicio fue excelente. Pensé que la comida tenía un precio razonable, dada la ubicación, pero el vino era caro. Sin duda volveremos debido a la calidad general.

Best Sunday roast. Beautiful location. Charming interior. Servers can be a bit inexperienced and make mistakes. Portion sizes a little on the small side but not too bad.

Staff is good but it seems that too few people are working. Sunday roast was good but after the meal the one thing we all agreed on was that the actually serving of meat was small.

A wonderful meal in an superb decor ! We were there for the sunday roast and it did not dissapoint.

Lovely place in Hampstead. Better than average pub grub. Not sure what the chap was talking about when he said it was crowded...he must not have been talking about the dining room.

Cute little hidden spot with decent beer

Lovely old fashioned pub with friendly staff

beautiful pub with great atmosphere, tastefully decorated. Lots of seating choices with privacy and cosy. i will definitely be back.

I treated myself to a mid-week solo lunch. I ordered three starters: onion soup, stonebass ceviche, crispy pig cheek. Food was delicious, service was flawless, and the atmosphere was elegant without any hint of snobbery. Some guests were dressed very nicely, but casual attire was the norm. My total bill was comparable to a main dish in most nice restaurants, and I had a fabulous tasting menu experience.

Great pub tucked away in north London. Excellent food, very good Guinness and friendly staff.

We were slightly early to our reservation and had a drink at the bar—a lovely, cosy environment. The dinner area is dark and cosy. The food was delicious. I asked for medium rare on the beat, it was a little more cooked but no biggy. Cauliflower mac cheese and Yorkshire puddings were delicious. Horseradish was great I have to say however I do wish they had a cranberry sauce as a condiment. £26~ for a roast dinner is pretty standard for London Highly recommend the visit for a classic English Sunday roast.

Fantastic historic pub. Very charming building/interior and fantastic location. It’s a must visit place when in London. Very professional and friendly staff.

Great pub, in great location. Good food and wine. Cosy atmosphere. Attentive service. What's not to like!

Nice pub hidden away in the backstreets of Hampstead. Arrived on a Saturday night in an attempt to have dinner here. We had little expectations of a table being available and when we asked (2 males), we were told they were fully booked for a table of 4 people unless we had a reservation. The rest of our party arrived 2 minutes later, they decided to go ask again themselves (2 females) and a table was available for the 4 of us immediately. Unsure what to make of that but we got a table nonetheless. Food is pricey (probably standard for Hampstead) and while the dishes were nice, portion sizes were on the small size. A single main at near £30 wasn't anywhere near enough if that was all you were having. Staff serving us were friendly. We moved to the bar area after our meal and had a few more drinks there which was fine. It's an old pub with an old pub smell but we enjoyed our evening there nonetheless. :-)

I went here for lunch. The Holly Bush Restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with its inviting atmosphere and exceptional food. The restaurant nestled in a charming setting, the restaurant boasts a varied menu that highlights seasonal ingredients, resulting in flavorful and beautifully presented dishes. The service is friendly and attentive, enhancing the overall experience. While dining, I had the pleasure of meeting two siblings, a brother and sister, who were incredibly kind. We ended up taking the tube together, and they were excited to share recommendations for places to visit around the city, adding a personal touch to my evening. ❤️

It's a hike to get to, but a beautiful pub with fantastic service.

Absolutely delicious food in a wonderful location

Absolutely delicious! Fantastic service and really good atmosphere. We loved it.

We had a fantastic lunch. An extremely warm welcome and impeccable service for the rest of our stay. Great value wine and delightful food. We were a walk in and felt fortunate to have a very comfy table, certainly book our next trip and looking forward already.

One of the best pubs in all of London

A short walk up Holly Hill (from Hampstead High Street) takes you to the Holly Bush which must be one of the most photographed pubs in London. Apart from the fact that it's very pretty, and photogenic, the atmosphere is one of calm. The day I visited, there were maybe three or four regulars in and a couple of tourists. It's a beautiful pub and the service was quick and courteous - it's a great place to spend on a sunny day. The pub also does food but I didn't eat there. Clean toilets too!

The pub is gorgeous and just coming here to see it and the surroundings it's worth it!haven't tried the food, we had a pint and it was quite expensive, prices are crazy everywhere in London now but there are cheaper pubs around, so I would consider visiting this pub a treat!

Bar man allowed me to taste a beer I was unsure of, I appreciated that. Very chilled atmosphere, definitely want to have a Sunday roast next time