The Lamb, N7

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Bucking Fastard left this review about The Lamb

I have been caught out by the strict 4pm opening in the past but this time arrived while it was open.The outside looks great with glazed green tiles,while the interior is noted mainly for it's lack of light. The floor is dark wooden,there is dark wood panelling around the walls and the ceiling is painted black with illumination coming from some low intensity wall lights and hanging flexes over the bar with more help from candles either in wine bottles or tea lights at the tables.The furniture is traditional apart from some high tables to the side of the front door and the atmosphere is moody .However a fantastic soundtrack with rock standards from the 50's to date gives an uplifting vibe .It's popular with younger folk but can accomodate older clientele.There is a rear section behind the bar.
Three handpumps were offering Mad Squirrel Mr Squirrel,Beerblefish Hoppy Little Fish and a good Five Points Derailed Porter (NBSS 3.5,£4.60). There are 12 keg taps offering 10 local craft beers,in what looked like an interesting range.
There are a lot of indifferent pubs along the Holloway Road and this is a considerable step up.I enjoyed my visit,the bar staff were very welcoming ,and I would return possibly to check out the craft beer options besides the decent real ale range.Rightly listed in the 2023 GBG.

On 4^th December 2022 - rating: 7
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