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The Drapers Arms

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Address: 44 Barnsbury Street, Islington, N1 1ER

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The Drapers Arms is in the London Borough of Islington

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Ben Maschler (son of Evening Standard food critic Fay) and Nick Gibson have taken over The Drapers Arms in Islington and improved on what was already a very good gastropub. Bringing years of experience at Soho House and Geronimo Inns, Ben has appointed Karl Goward - previously head chef at St John - as head of the kitchen giving the menu a 'nose-to-tail' bias with mains made using offal and off-cuts. The interior is lighter than previously, making better use of the high ceilings and sense of space as well as the wonderful garden out back. There's a choice between eating in the pub downstairs or upstairs in the more formal (though sparsely decorated) dining room, but everything is prepared from fresh, in-season ingredients. Traditional British fare cooked perfectly and priced reasonably - pub experiences don't get much better than this. The Drapers Arms also benefits from its staff, who are obviously a happy bunch, friendly, efficient and they really know their stuff. The wine list is good, the garden gorgeous and the Bloody Marys marvellous.

Visiting The Drapers Arms

Travel

Railway Stations

Caledonian Road & Barnsbury Railway Station (7 minutes)

Highbury and Islington Railway Station (10 minutes)

Underground Stations

Highbury & Islington Tube (10 minutes)

Angel Tube (13 minutes)

Opening Times

Lunch: Mon to Sun 12noon-3pm, Dinner: Mon to Sat 7pm-10.30pm

Car Parks

Elia Mews Car Park (16 minutes)

Macclesfield Road NCP (22 minutes)

Pricing

Main courses £10-£19

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Alternative Local Restaurants

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London Restaurants / Gastropub

The Barnsbury Freehouse and Dining Room

209-211 Liverpool Road, Islington, London, N1 Map

2 minutes walk from The Drapers Arms

Islington gastropub on Liverpool Road, where chef John O’Riordan (ex head chef of critically acclaimed Samphire) heads up the kitchen. Informal dining in a ... More

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La Piragua

176 Upper Street, Islington, London, N1 Map

5 minutes walk from The Drapers Arms

La Piragua is revered by Islington locals for excellent steaks, great prices and friendly, personal service. The menu is classic and simple, featuring dishes from ... More

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London Hotels / Mid Range Chain Hotel

Hilton Islington

53 Upper Street, Islington, N10UY Map

8 minutes walk from The Drapers Arms

The Business Design Centre next door is the obvious attraction for many of the guests at this smart, efficient Hilton Hotel, but Islington's excellent restaurants ... More

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Jurys Inn Islington

60 Pentonville Road, Islington, N19LA Map

14 minutes walk from The Drapers Arms

The decor when you walk into reception is fresh and modern and this first impression extends throughout the hotel to the bedrooms, bar and restaurant. ... More

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Terrorvision

10th December 2009

O2 Academy Islington, Parkfield Street, N1 Map

10 minutes walk from The Drapers Arms

A chorus featuring the lyrics "Ooh wop bop ba doo wop. Bop ba doo wop. Bop ba doo" is perhaps not the most likely way ... More

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Electric Six

17th December 2009

O2 Academy Islington, Parkfield Street, N1 Map

10 minutes walk from The Drapers Arms

Danger! High Voltage! Electric Six are taking over O2 Islington Academy and turning it into a Gay Bar for one night only this December. Dick ... More

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Local Sights and Attractions

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London Sights and Attractions / Activities for Kids

The Little Angel Theatre

14 Dagmar Passage, Cross Street, Islington, London, N1 Map

7 minutes walk from The Drapers Arms

This innovative children's theatre provides a showcase for the art of puppetry. Founded by master puppeteer John Wilkes in the early 1960s, this small, unusual ... More

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London Sights and Attractions / Art Galleries

Estorick Collection of Modern Italian Art

39a Canonbury Square, N1 Map

10 minutes walk from The Drapers Arms

You'll find a spectacular collection of paintings and sculpture by 20th century Italian artists at the Estorick Collection of Modern Italian Art, with a core ... More

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Local Shopping

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London Shopping / Cleaning and Repairs

Zoots

2 Haven Mews, Islington, London, N1 Map

2 minutes walk from The Drapers Arms

Zoots is a home-service dry cleaning outfit, who collect personal and household ironing, laundry and dry cleaning, delivering them back to your door as good ... More

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Aria

Barnsbury Hall, Barnsbury Street, Islington, London, N1 Map

4 minutes walk from The Drapers Arms

This design-orientated lifestyle store offers a wide range to choose from. From fashion, to homeware, to cosmetics, it’s all here. Pick up a pastel-coloured pebble ... More

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Local Education

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London Education / Evening Classes

The Make Lounge

49-51 Barnsbury Street, Islington, London, N1 Map

2 minutes walk from The Drapers Arms

The Make Lounge runs craft workshops where you can learn how to sew, decorate, stick and cook in a relaxed and friendly setting. With 'make ... More

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City Academy

35 Britannia Row, Islington, London, N1 Map

12 minutes walk from The Drapers Arms

City Academy is a performing arts schools which runs evening and weekend dancing, singing, acting and modelling classes with top professionals from theatre, film, television ... More

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Ayurveda Yoga Practice

Healthy Living Centre, Highbury Corner, 282 St Paul’s Road, N1 Map

11 minutes walk from The Drapers Arms

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The Old Queen's Head

44 Essex Road, Islington, London, N1 Map

9 minutes walk from The Drapers Arms

A gorgeous antique interior, a delicious menu and some top DJs at weekends. The Old Queen’s Head opened with a fantastic recipe for success in ... More

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The North One Bar

1 Tolpuddle Street, Islington, London, N1 Map

10 minutes walk from The Drapers Arms

This refurbished pub / bar has been highly recommended by a number of readers, and we found it very pleasant. The interior is absolutely standard, ... More

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The Double Club

7 Torrens Street, Islington, London, EC1V Map

14 minutes walk from The Drapers Arms

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Electrowerkz

7 Torrens Street, Islington, London, EC1V Map

14 minutes walk from The Drapers Arms

The Electrowerkz is the closest the capital gets to a legal warehouse style venue. Its grimy interior adds to the authentic raving vibe and a ... More