The Stag is a beloved local gastropub in Hampstead and Belsize Park, serving classic pub grub alongside beers from a rotating cast of breweries, as well as one of the biggest beer gardens in the area.
After a big 2025 renovation, The Stag's classic British pub charm remains intact - think mounted stags, ornamental mirrors and roaring fireplaces. The venue now boasts an entire floor dedicated to house parties and a significantly upgraded garden space.
The expansive beer garden is a standout, complete with a dedicated bar and outdoor screens for major sporting fixtures, including the Six Nations. For all-weather celebrations, the Garden Room offers cobblestone floors, a cosy fireplace and retractable awnings, making it an ideal spot for birthdays and family gatherings.
Behind the bar, expect an impressive craft beer selection with five rotating taps showcasing breweries such as Pretty Decent Beer, Verdant and Deya, alongside familiar favourites like Guinness and Asahi. Cocktail lovers can explore a seasonally changing martini menu featuring inventive twists on the classic, from Dirty and Spicy to a tomato-based Tomatini.
Food at The Stag is designed for sharing and rooted in pub tradition with a modern twist. Highlights include the tear-and-share ‘Stag Bag’ (a playful nod to the Irish spice bag), rotisserie chicken dishes and the pub’s renowned chicken wings. Lunchtime brings a decadent toastie lineup, while Sundays are all about indulgent roasts - premium cuts served with crispy roasties, towering Yorkies and lashings of gravy.
Upstairs, discover a private event space that feels like hosting a house party without the hassle. Spread across three interconnected rooms, it features a vintage fridge, butcher’s block, cosy living area and even a chequerboard terrace. With its own beer taps and the freedom to curate your own soundtrack, it’s the ultimate spot for birthdays and celebrations.