The Canonbury

It’s all about the beer garden. Overlooked by the Georgian houses of leafy Barnsbury, this huge space is a mix of decking & patios scattered with smart garden chairs. Come the summer months, it buzzes with families & general sun-seeking drinkers. Inside, The Canonbury is nearly as spacious (split into dining room & bar areas), but with somewhat bland styling. The menu plays it safe, offering a crowd-pleasing assortment at middle-of-the-road prices. It’s divided into sections: meat (steak & ale pudding with roasted root vegetables), fish (smoked haddock & salmon fish pie) & vegetarian (mushroom risotto, truffle oil & Parmesan crisp), alongside burgers & rotisserie chicken with a choice of marinades. Amiable staff pour the wine (from a large choice listed by grape variety) as well as a decent selection of draught beers & lagers.