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Gastropub

The Lighterman

3 Granary Square, King's Cross

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Slickly-designed, minimalist Modern British gastropub with big windows & a canal-side alfresco bar. Summary via Google

About The Lighterman

The Lighterman occupies a slickly-designed, minimalist space on Granary Square with large windows and canal-side views. The menu centres on modern British cooking, with burgers, Sunday roasts and flatbreads among the offerings. A bar serves drinks and cocktails, with outdoor seating along the canal.

The venue welcomes children and groups, and takes bookings. Service has been noted as variable by some visitors.

Opening hours

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

Brunch hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
Closed
Saturday
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

What's nearby

  • Waitrose & Partners 100m away
  • Central Saint Martins 150m away
  • Kings Place 200m away
  • Pancras Square 200m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

Reviewers consistently praise this restaurant for its excellent burgers, Sunday roasts, and flatbreads, alongside a wide variety of drinks and cocktails. Guests also appreciate the friendly staff, lovely atmosphere, and beautiful canal-side views.

Some reviews mention the service can be inattentive.

Summary via Google

At a glance

Cuisine
British
Guest rating
4.2 / 5 (5,586 reviews)
Good for children
Yes
Good for groups
Yes
Booking required
Yes
Destination
King's Cross