The Junction Tavern in Camden

Deightful experience and ambience. Looking to watch the Rugby Internationals, drove past one of our NW locals and ended at the junction where the Junction is, so said why not? Polite warm young staff, publican and the friendly 4-leggers Teddy and Bella.

Loved the experience! Good pints, friendly staff, and a lovely beer garden. Recommended.

We were visiting from Canada and found this wonderful pub. We LOVED the energy and atmosphere. We came back a few times because we loved it so much. Sunday roast was incredible and we came in to the pub to watch a football game (they have tons of tvs to watch games!). The food is so delicious (honourable mention for the beef dip and pastas) and the staff is incredibly friendly. The bartenders were great! Will definitely be back next time we visit London. A bonus for us was the very cute pub dogs! We don’t get to bring dogs into pubs in Canada so it was such a treat to have furry friends to drink with.

I don't think I have enough words to describe this place. It's an amazing local pub, the team is lovely and the food is amazing. One of the best Sunday roasts I've had in a long time. It's worth mentioning malbec, it was a really nice surprise, great taste and quality.

Food was so bad but the staffs was okay WORST EXPERIENCE EVER!!!!

I have recently rediscovered this pub and have been pleasantly impressed. It’s a very friendly place that serves great wine at very reasonably prices. You must try the Pinto Noir it’s excellent. I think the fact that there’s now an alternative venue in Tufnell Park to watch sports is invaluable. The chef Louis is passionate and committed to making the pub a success and works incredibly hard to promote the highest quality. I hope it succeeds so I can continue to watch sport, enjoy good food and wine in a pleasant environment.

Went for a Sunday roast on the same day as the two people who left 1 star reviews.. so strange as we thought it was excellent.. tender meat, great thick home made gravy, big portions.. our party had beef, chicken and pork belly and all were 5 star.. Genuinely can't understand why people would complain.. Good luck to the new owners.. ** just editing this as we came back today as a group of 4. The Sunday roasts were top-notch - superb quality meat and huge portions.. ...if I had to be a tough critic, I would say the landlord was short-staffed at the bar but tbh the wait was never more than a couple of mins.. he also knew numerous locals by name, which is a massive positive.. As such, bumped the review up to 5 stars all round.. I would deffo check this decent local pub out..

Visiting thus tavern was a bad experience The service was bad, and the order was too late

I've get the worst and sed Sunday roast in my life

Awful. Unfriendly staff, flat beer and food was stone cold. Wheelchair user in our group was told to sit on a chair as he was "taking up too much room"

This gorgeous pub has been recently taken over by a lovely Canadian couple who are bringing back the true spirit of a neighbourhood pub. Sit outside in the peaceful back patio, inside the solarium, or by the Victorian fireplace. Try the halloumi fries and ask for a dram of the special Irish Whiskey. And be sure to greet the locals including Simon and Barry, who pop in every day to enjoy a pint along with the ambiance and friendship.

Very disappointed with bar staff , just live literally 2 mins away so popped in for a drink …barman was on phone talking in his own language so wasn’t sure if he was staff or not . But then he came to me and asked me if I wanted a drink , I replied yes but finish your call if important- so he went back to talking on his phone !! Meanwhile , I can only assume a “regular “ walked in and the barman , who was still on his phone started pouring the regulars drink ! So I asked what was the situation..he then put his phone down and served me ! If this is the customer service we are going to expect from the JT i sadly can’t see it being opening for long again :( shame as it’s a lovely pub !

Fun little place. We went on night their kitchen wasn't running but they had pizza place with free delivery. Good beer selection and the most adorable pub pups

My Brother treated me and my wife to Sunday lunch it was the worst Sunday lunch I have tasted The lamb was so undercooked I sent it back the potatoes were like rock and it was cold I left most of it the service was terrible the Asian barman was texting on his phone for 5 minutes before he served me, I went here for my birthday before it changed hands and the food and service was exceptional what a change around won’t be going back

Like a village pub but in the city.

There’s one huge problem here and that is the pricing. I couldn’t believe my eyes or ears when I learned the price of basically anything. I drove so I had alcohol free Guinness. £7 for 0.0% Guinness is extortionate. Elsewhere it’s usually £4.5-£5, which still is expensive, but then a pint of regular Guinness is about £6.20-£6.90. I rarely have a pint of normal Guinness for £7, let alone a 0.0% from a can! A person in front of me at the bar also ordered an IPA and pointed out to the staff that it was the most expensive IPA he’s ever had. On the plus side, the location is lovely, the space - in particular outside space is amazing on a summer evening. Such a shame the prices are too high. Every other pub in the area was packed when this one was nearly empty.

Unfortunately I live very close to this pub. The noise last night was ridiculous. They hosted a wake with a large crowd of people which went on from 3pm with people in the beer garden till after midnight, which is unacceptable for a Monday night. After that the crowd spilled out in to the street where they hung about for ages, with one of them vomiting all over my front steps. I've just been round to complain, but the landlord didn't seem that bothered. He gave me a very insincere apology. I'm sure he must have raked in several thousand pounds last night. How nice for him, less so for the local residents

Great chips!!! Nice sunny space for a party!

An Unforgettable Experience at the junction tavern My dinner at the junction tavern was a real gastronomic discovery. As soon as I entered, I was charmed by the elegant decor and the warm atmosphere that emanated from it. The setting is both modern and refined, perfect for an evening with friends or lovers. The menu is impressive, with a varied choice of dishes to suit all tastes. I opted for the Moroccan chicken salad, and every bite was a pure delight. The presentation was neat, and the quality of the ingredients was evident. My dining companion chose the beef hamburger, and we were both won over by the balanced flavors and the creativity of the chef. The service also deserves a special mention. The staff was attentive and available, without ever being intrusive. Each dish was presented to us with care, and their wine recommendations were perfect. In conclusion, the junction tavern is much more than just a meal, it is a true culinary experience. The combination of impeccable service, delicious cuisine and a welcoming setting makes it an unmissable address. I will return with great pleasure and highly recommend this place to all lovers of good food.

A Delightful Dining Experience at the junctiont avern I recently had the pleasure of dining at the junction tavern, and I must say, it exceeded all expectations! From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with warm smiles and a cozy, welcoming ambiance that set the tone for the evening. The menu offered a diverse selection of dishes, each crafted with fresh ingredients and bursting with flavor. I opted for the the green thai veg , which was cooked to perfection — tender, flavorful, and beautifully presented. My dining companions were equally thrilled with their choices, especially the salt an pepper wings , which was a clear standout. The service was impeccable; the staff was attentive without being intrusive and had excellent knowledge of the menu, helping us navigate the wine pairing and dessert options. One of the highlights of the evening was the atmosphere. Whether you're looking for a quiet, intimate dinner or a lively group the junction tavern strikes the perfect balance. Overall, the junction tavern offers an exceptional dining experience that I highly recommend to anyone looking for great food, superb service, and a wonderful ambiance. I will definitely be returning!

Went to JT for a few pints. Very nice atmosphere and place with a nice beer garden at the back, especially useful for good weather days.

Very sad Sunday roast at the Junction Tavern today. With exactly 5 dishes on the menu to choose from and only one option for non meat eaters, I expected the food will be well prepared at a minimum. Vegetarian option was stuffed mushroom with Mediterranean roasted veg. A medium size portobello mushroom arrived topped with chopped butternut squash, aubergine and tomato. All minimally cooked and inedible (ever bitten into raw aubergine?) . It was swimming in what tasted like extra salty bisto, accompanied by a potato (not a roastie), a carrot, and an abundance of raw crunchy green beans. To add insult to injury, I paid £20 for this largely inedible pleasure. To add further insult to the insult, this was he same price my friends paid for practically half a chicken with similarly inedible trimmings. The pub with its big lovely garden was mostly empty on a sunny Sunday afternoon. The staff were not skilled or helpful. So sad. This used to be such a great pub years ago and will jot survive unless it gets good again.

Unfortunately this is a bad review. Was here today for a sunday roast and it was not good. I had the beef and being kind it was like poor school dinner at Christmas. The beef tasted processed and artificially tenderised and was a sad colour between beige and grey. The gravy was a horrible glutinous slop that tasted like a bovril smoothie. The yorkshire pudding was ok and the potatoes while not in anyway crispy, were edible. When I searched hard enough in the litre of thick gravy I found some undercooked green beans and over cooked carrots. I also found a nasty curly hair. The portion was ridiculously large. Such a shame as i am sure the newish landlords are trying to make this a success. I hope it improves…

Nice pub, staff are friendly and good beer garden. £7.50 for a pint of Camden Hells

Kids popped in for a visit with the parents. Youngest told me to put a review as it was the best beef deep he had ever had. The curry fries were as good as the open air patio. Casks never fail. New operators have turned the pubs back into its roots. Simple. Neighborhood. Friendly. Welcoming. What you would expect.

Just finished Sunday lunch here in the patio area at the rear of the pub. My wife had the Belly Pork and I had the Roast Lamb. Both were delicious and the portions were generous. asked for a comment, my wife said “really, really good “. Praise indeed. We’ll be back. 10/10

Disappointed that not only were hours on Maps wrong, but the big 'Open' sign was clearly wrong, reader they were not open

Awesome experience whether England won or not and they did!

Good range of beers and although I didn't eat, the food looked delicious. Excellent, friendly service from all staff.

Nicely restored local pub. Lovely beer garden, conservatory and the original Victorian pub is a delight.

A great little place for a late night drink and conversation. Comfortable, laid back and cool in a way that feels uncontrived- courtesy of the pooch and the new proprietor.

Really lovely spot for a drink with friends. Great taste in music - you won’t find the charts in here :) tasty and super reasonably priced!

Under new,management so only bar snacks for now. Nice snacks and two lovely dogs who add a lot of character. Look forward to see what they do with full menu

Under the new management this venue is going from strength to strength. The venue is big, clean and very well set out with a BEAUTIFUL conservatory and outside area that I can see being very popular both during summer and even cooler months with covered seating areas equipped with heating and personal TV’s. I can see this venue becoming a regular on mine and my friend’s venues to visit both during the week and during the weekend. I wish the new management EVERY success.

I came in on bank holiday Monday, a couple of weeks ago with some friends. I truly have never experienced such attentive, caring staff. There was a little delay with being served which they acknowledged and apologised for without me being kept in the dark. The food was amazing too. The guys working there are a true credit to the pubs company. And will not hesitate to come back. Thank you so much guys x

Lovely pub. Very pricey for a pub but reflects the area. Friendly staff but maybe understaffed in the kitchen as they couldn't accommodate our full group for good immediately

Amazing pub, Brian was fantastic!

I got married at the Junction Tavern at the weekend and the service and energy from the staff was amazing. They made us feel so special. Massive shout out the Ryan , Emmanuel and Amir!

The worst experience ever!! We ordered the family roast platter that was meant to come with bottomless Yorkshire puddings and unlimited gravy. However we did not get that. The service was horrendous!!! We were served our food without plates or cutlery which left us just looking at our food while we waited. We ordered drinks which didn't come and was charged for them at the end. Everything was all over the place no one knew what they were doing. The amount of times we asked for something it was ignored. Don’t advertise something if you can’t provide!!! Really bad experience here.

Horrible Mother’s Day Experience. This was not my first time at The Junction, but it will probably be the last one. The food was quite average, it’s normally better but desserts were just outrageous, came late, tiny portion for the price and extremely cold. What really ruined our experience was seeing all the waitresses having to run around sorting everything out and having to apologise and deal with problems they didn’t cause, we got a glimpse of a conversation they were having with their manager and it was awful seeing such lovely girls being talked to like that knowing they were doing a lot more and better than him. We had to ask one of them for his name since it really shocked us the lack of self awareness and respect, it was Ryan, we ended up talking to him and his attitude was just shocking and so poor that we decided to leave before we were planning to. Really badly managed, extremely overbooked for their capacity and terrible work environment.

Great sunday roast! Not the cheapest but def worth it. Food feels healthy and well made. Desert was also good. Ambience and service are nice.

Recently moved to the area and my partner and I are looking for good local spots. Came in on Sunday for a Roast. We sat in the conservatory area and thoroughly enjoyed our food! I recommend the "Chapter Roast" as it has a little bit of everything. They also offer a huge sharing board in which the table next to us ordered. The staff were friendly and the toilets were clean.

Terrible food at the Junction- 5 dishes on the menu were unavailable. They didn't tell us that until we asked for them so there could have been more. 3 of us had to go with the vegetarian chilli which was supposed to be a chocolate chilli. It was barely a chilli, tasted like it had just been made, light, no substance with soft tortillas shells. The person that had sea bream did not even want to talk about how bad it was so as not to ruin the evening. We asked for fresh mint tea and got old mint leaves in a tea pot with a black tea bag. When we said we did not want the tea bag as we didn't want caffeine late at night, they clearly just took it out and returned the teapot back to us and the two people that drank it could not sleep. We went here rather than our regular pub close by as it was closed. I suggest that if the service and food is so truly awful on a Monday that it would be better not to open. We will certainly not be coming back which is a shame as we are all local.

Really lovely atmosphere, staff were so lovely, funny and accommodating. Definitely recommend for an elevated pub experience. The food was delicious and well-priced - portions were amazing size.

Disappointing service despite excellent food! While the food was truly excellent, the service unfortunately fell short of expectations. Here's what happened: Waited 10 minutes for menus: Upon arrival, we waited 10 minutes without receiving menus. Shouldn't they be readily available or offered immediately upon seating? Out-of-stock dish and lack of follow-up: One of us ordered a fish course, but a few minutes later, the waiter informed us they were out of stock. He said he'd check with the kitchen for alternatives, but unfortunately never returned. We eventually had to inquire with another waiter about the dish's availability. Long wait for starters: The wait for our first course (starters) was quite long, taking 50 minutes to arrive. Main course served prematurely: To our surprise, the main course arrived very quickly after the starters, while we were still eating them. Unexpected and unwanted dessert: Although we hadn't ordered dessert, one was served to our table regardless.

I usually only write reviews if a place is very good or dire. Happily the meal here was excellent. I had a roast and the pork was tender and the accompanying vegetables were perfectly cooked and the food was truly delicious. Being an ale drinker there were three tempting options. I drank the Harvey’s Bitter which was well kept and very drinkable. Highly recommended for a meal out.

Lovely pub with a lovely Ryan offering drinks and jokes

Gorgeous chilled pub with lovely staff… especially Bryan xo

Food was great to my taste! Staff a bit pushy to order eat and felt a bit kicked out from the place, probably with less pressure from them would have enjoy it more, The place was great, does not look old at all, nice decoration, clean to my standards (very high!) And not that noisy which I truly appreciate 🤭

Lovely pub, friendly staff, good food, nice big outdoor area, plus a special clean toilet award - an accolade not often granted to a London pub… enjoy

Waited an hour and a half for a salad, just for the server to then inform me they were out of the ingredients to make it. Several people in my party never received their food. We prepaid with a deposit

Me and my friends had a terrible experience on New Year's Eve – the service was exceptionally poor and the manager on duty failed to provide any helpful assistance. Disappointing overall.

Had christmas lunch, everything except the pudding was very nice. Pudding was chocolate brownie, which could have served 3 people to over whelming other than that everything else was fine 🙂

Very disappointed with the service during new year's eve. I booked a table days before the 31st for 8 people only to be told on the day that the table I booked was booked for drinks only. When i made the booking i wasn't given an option to choose between drink or dinner so i thought it was automatically for dinner. The manager on duty didn't help at all. I was really embarrassed as I had 7 guests who travelled from other parts of London to have dinner at the junction but you refuse to accommodate us. We ended up leaving the junction after one drink. I am a local and will make sure to let all my neighbours know about the poor service I received and I will also encourage my guests to leave a review too.

Very poor service from management on new years!

What an excellent surprise it was walking past this pub. A lovely conservatory and lots of seats outside. I'd definitely recommend going in if you're in the area.

Really nice pub and good food. The bar staff were friendly👍

The venue is very nice however the food did not match my expectations. It lacked much flavour and taste. However the staff were friendly and very keen to help.

Arrived at 6.30 (start of evening service), five things were off the menu. The service was poor - we had to clear our own table because they forgot. The place was cold and the food we asked for without meat came with me. This used to be one of the best neighbouhood pubs. It's now pretty bad.

Poor service - waited ages to be served and there were only three other tables in. Most of food had sold out (by 7pm). It was really cold on the pub too. It wasn't a good experience at all.

Fabulous food and atmosphere. We came with our 2 kids and a friend. Everyone was lovely and our waitress Noa was BRILLIANT! Such great customer service, she couldn’t have been nicer. Highly recommend.

Had the best steak dinner with my daughter yesterday night. Chef served us a beautiful sirloin steak still on the bone and a very juicy rib eye. My daughter insists on peppercorn sauce with her steak and she wasn’t disappointed with her peppercorn sauce. Can’t recommend the steak in there it is equally as good as the Hawksmoor. If you fancy a north london steak with a beer this is a great place to eat and drink

great staff and a beautiful pub

We love to come here for the Sunday roast. Very tasty and reasonably priced for the area. Good drinks selection and the staff are always polite and friendly.

Over 3 times recently, we had one great meal, one bad and one they didn’t accept us as they would not serve food in the conservatory part on Sunday. Not sure if it is the policy or because I was with 2 children. The service is not the friendliest, the beer selection is nice, love the beer garden in summer. Coming here for about 15 years, now we have a family, we don’t feel much welcome although they offer a great selection of dishes for kids. It’s a shame really.

had a lovely dinner here, chefs knocked out of the park and there’s a great wine list

What a great pub, popped over to see a friend. Had the Bacon chop and a pint of Jeremy Clarkson’s lager Hawkstone great pint. Service was on point James’s was great. Will be back.

Probably the best decorated pub in the local area. The beer is on the upper end of average though

This place is fairly spacious pub on the highstreet in Angel. It has a cheap ale club on Tuesdays and ample seating as well as a certain amount outside. The staff seem friendly enough. There doesn't seem to be much of an atmosphere to the place and large screens showing lots of sport seem to be rather difficult to avoid. I confess I've not tried the food here.

Service was rather poor had to find our own cutlery and wine had to be requested twice Food was pretty good but over priced for what it was

Never been so insulted by children in the business for all of 5 mins tbh

Brilliant Sunday dinner with family. The setting of the pub is very smart and the food was delicious. Highly recommend, specifically for a Sunday Roast.

Went here for Sunday lunch. Great portion sizes and the food was delicious. The veggies with us were happy with the options and enjoyed there meal. Staff are friendly and welcoming. Would definitely come here again.

Where most pubs of character have turned to middling Thai food, the Junction has stayed true to its roots. The beautiful interior space, highly trained team and a great kitchen make it one of the best experiences in Camden or Kentish Town. And the beetroot falafel and salmon Caesar we had for dinner tonight were excellent.

I had a great experience at The Junction Tavern. I went there to have food and drinks with friends, the food was alright but the service of the team was excellent. We were served by Mackenzie and Vaga, two very sweet young women who were very attentive and friendly. Would definitely come back just for the service.

We had a function here the food was well presented and very tasty. The service was excellent with friendly staff and the outside seating area is nicely set out so that you are not on top of other people.

James took care of a group of 20 of us and it was fantastic. The pub looks great after the renovation and the food is excellent too.

Awesome pub with great staff and great food

Kitchen has delusions of grandeur. The prices they charge (any pub in walking distance is several pounds cheaper) - and then to have a default service charge of 12.5%, on food you order and pay for at the bar... Bizarre and overpriced. The food itself is so exceedingly just fine there's no excuse. Nearby pubs are packed full inside every day of summer until closing. There's no mystery why the inside of this pub was empty from 8 to close. Also, they don't pour full pints. By the time it settles you have a centimetre of air. Also, questionable wording on the menu - discretionary 12.5% service charge, then tips go to the staff. Is the service charge the same as tips? If it were, you'd say that. Also, they stop serving before 11.30pm on a Friday, but stay open a full hour after that?

Great food and fantastic service :))) so happy we walked in

Nice pub, good atmosphere, but service was massively slow and prices are definitely above average for alike gastropubs.

Great beers, friendly staff and lots of different seating areas. We made use of the outside booths, perfect on a sunny afternoon.

Far too expensive! Perhaps because they have a cute basic garden at the back, considering the location and the very many other options 5mins away definitely not worth paying an arm, leg, and torso for. This area is limitless with parks and beer gardens. They are not busy for so many reasons. Neighbouring pubs are average affordable prices for food and drink

A gem in the heart of Tufnell Park! Great atmosphere, lovely secret garden, tasty food, and amazing staff!! What else could you ask for?! Thank you for the amazing day and a massive thank you to the manager Alice and all her team for the brilliant service 😊

I come here Sunday just gone for Sunday lunch, the presentation was good but the food wasn’t great. Found beef burnt around the sides Potatoes where very hard and the cauliflower cheese was more like just cauliflower. The service was great all the staff was so friendly Harry was looking after us and nothing was to much really lovely young man massive thank you to Harry!

As busy as a busy thing! The Junction Tavern is humming. Lovely offering of both keg and cask. Service is spot on. Half the pub is given over to a restaurant area but empty on my visit whilst pub part and conservatory was rammed, perhaps the reason? People like to dine in the absence of raucous accompaniment. I don't know but, saw a very popular venue with lots of happy people. I enjoyed my Amstel. Lovely staff behind the bar.

Great little pub. Friendly staff. Food is really good.

We hired the conservatory space for a birthday party and we were really impressed with the space, food (especially the fish and chips board 🤩) and the service was excellent! I would recommend it as a venue for a small gathering 25-30 people or just a trip to the pub. Thank you!

The Roast was very bland. Meat was chewy and flavourless. Gravy was very watery and potatoes were soggy. Visited with my family for Easter Sunday…Would definitely not recommend.

Really nice pub but not a tavern. Standard beers on tap, nothing exciting.

Food here was decent. I got the chicken pie and mash. I really liked how the pie was wrapped but their mash potato was so bland!

Small portions of food and service was a bit disorganised. One meal was missing - the pub did refund more than they obliged to however. £58 for two meals, no starter, 2 drinks, Not cheap

We have been coming to this pub for about 20 years. Tonight was the first time we’ve been since the refit 6 months ago. It’s such a nice place, the garden is lovely and they’ve done a great job with the interior. The new staff are so friendly and the atmosphere is really nice. It’s a perfect pub in a really nice bit of north London, and close to Hampstead Heath. The new menu is solid, my only complaint is it’s a bit overpriced.

Been here to offer my service and highly recommend this family bar . Met lovely people, staff are friendly, amazing bar , outdoor area and food also looks delicious! Looking forward to visiting here with my family or friends

Despite the long wait for the food (short staffed on the day), the restaurant's atmosphere was lovely and the manager's great service was really appreciated. It wasn't anyone's fault that staff members called in sick, and in light of the situation the meal was still great. Bad days happen sometimes in hospitality, but an apology and great service fixes everything. Thanks again :)

Terrible terrible terrible. That sums it up!!. One hour wait to be told that they are under staffed and that they don't know when and whether!!! they can produce the food we ordered!!...seriously!!... not sure how this place is in business...food kept coming out from the kitchen being wrong and going back to the kitchen to be rectified!...total chaos!!!...what a horrible experience!.. NOT RECOMMENDED!!!

Matt was amazing. Great service and the food was incredible. They said they were short in kitchen so the food took a bit longer but it was well worth the wait. Will be back soon!

Great sunday roast, delicious homemade food and atmosphere!

Tasty food, great atmosphere, friendly service

My parents and I went in this place randomly for lunch and had a very nice surprise! The place looks great, the food was amazing and the staff was very friendly and helpful! For reference, we had the fish and chips, the Beef & Guinness pie with cheddar mash and a pan roasted sea-bream with beetroot risotto - all of which were very good!