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The Drapers Arms

44 Barnsbury Street, Islington

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In short: The Drapers Arms is a gastropub in Islington, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 1,269 Google reviews, with dogs welcome.

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Green-hued gastropub with high ceilings, chandeliers and checkerboard floor in upstairs dining room. Summary via Google

Good to know

Accessibility

  • ✓Accessible entrance
  • ✓Accessible toilet
  • ✓Accessible seating

Payment

  • ✓Credit cards
  • ✓Debit cards
  • ✓Contactless

Details via Google — worth confirming with the restaurant before you travel, especially for access needs.

About The Drapers Arms

The Drapers Arms on Barnsbury Street is a gastropub serving brunch, lunch and dinner alongside coffee, beer, wine and cocktails. The upstairs dining room features high ceilings, chandeliers and a checkerboard floor, decorated in green tones. Diners report strong food, particularly Sunday roast, pies and steak, with an extensive wine list. The outdoor area is noted as an asset, and staff are generally described as friendly and attentive, though some reviews mention slower service at peak times.

Dogs are welcome, and the pub takes bookings and accommodates groups. Expect to spend between £30 and £49 per head.

Menu & facilities

For the current menu and prices, see The Drapers Arms's own website.

🥞 Brunch 🥪 Lunch 🍽️ Dinner ☕ Coffee 🍺 Beer 🍷 Wine 🍸 Cocktails 🍰 Dessert menu 🥦 Vegetarian options
🍴 Dine-in

Opening hours

Monday
12:00 – 11:00 PM
Tuesday
12:00 – 11:00 PM
Wednesday
12:00 – 11:00 PM
Thursday
12:00 – 11:00 PM
Friday
12:00 – 11:00 PM
Saturday
12:00 – 11:00 PM
Sunday
12:00 – 10:30 PM

What's nearby

  • Thornhill Primary School next door
  • Medivet Islington Liverpool Rd 200m away
  • The Islington Flooring Company 250m away
  • Islington Assembly Hall 400m away
  • Barnard Park 450m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

Diners like this pub's delicious food, especially the Sunday roast, pies, and steak, along with its impressive wine list. They also highlight the friendly and attentive staff, and the beautiful outdoor area.

Some reviews mention the service can be slow.

Summary via Google

At a glance

Cuisine
Gastropub
Guest rating
4.3 / 5 (1,269 reviews)
Price level
££
Dogs allowed
Yes
Good for groups
Yes
Booking required
Yes
Destination
Islington

Quick answers

What are the opening hours of The Drapers Arms?

The Drapers Arms is open Mon–Sat 12pm–11pm; Sun 12pm–10:30pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

Is The Drapers Arms any good?

The Drapers Arms is rated 4.3 out of 5 from 1,269 Google reviews.

Is The Drapers Arms dog-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at The Drapers Arms.

Can you book a table at The Drapers Arms?

Yes, The Drapers Arms takes reservations.

Does The Drapers Arms have vegetarian options?

Yes, The Drapers Arms serves vegetarian food.

Is The Drapers Arms wheelchair accessible?

The Drapers Arms has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet.

How do I contact The Drapers Arms?

Call The Drapers Arms on +44 20 7619 0348.

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