Pub in London NW1
Tapping The Admiral
77 Castle Road, London, NW1 8SUClosest station: Kentish Town West, about 3 min walk4.7out of 5 on Google, from 1,153 ratings
Details last checked October 2024. Things may have changed since.
About Tapping The Admiral
Low key CAMRA-affiliated real ale pub with a menu of pies and a classic Victorian interior.
Oct 2023 - The Northern Lane station at Kentish Town is closed until Easter next year - Thameslink overland still ok Tufnell Park is probably the best alternative on the tube but far easier to walk from Kentish Town West.
Four times winner of the CAMRA North London Branch Pub of the Year (2013, 2015, 2018 and 2023). After four years being closed, this community pub was reopened by the people that own the Pineapple. It has an L-shaped bar with comfortable stools, tables and seating. Eight Cask Real Ales and a selection of kegs and bottled ales regularly available. Up to 4 ciders on cask/handpump such as Seacider or Turner. Runner-up in the 2022 North London Cider Pub of the Year competition.
As a member of CAMRA's LocAle scheme expect to see a good range from London's LocAle breweries. Traditional home-made food with speciality pies. Heated/covered beer garden is well designed and is a nice feature. Popular Wednesday quiz and live sessions of traditional music on Thursday evenings. Tap takeovers every 2 months and pop-up events. Keep an eye on their social media and events page for tap takeovers and other one off events.
Listed as an Asset of Community Value in 2016 renewed in 2021. Disabled Access (Not W.C.), Family friendly (until 8pm).
Description from WhatPub, CAMRA’s pub guide, with a summary from Google Maps.
Features
- Dog Friendly
- Outdoor Seating: Heated and covered
- Real Fire
- Live Music: Traditional folk jam sessions Thurs with Whiskey Mick
- Family Friendly: Up to 8pm
- Quiet
- Serves Food
- Serves Lunch: Yard Sale Pizza is also available to order every day with free delivery and extra discounts.
- Serves Dinner: Yard Sale Pizza is also available to order every day with free delivery and extra discounts.
- Real Ale
- Real Cider: Sept 2024-4 ciders incl Crafty Apple, Seacider and Dudda's Tun
- Serves LocAle
- Events: Quiz – Weds 8.30
- Disabled Access: Pub only
- WiFi
- Reservable
- Good for Groups
- Smoking: Covered/heated
- Accepts Credit Cards
- Accepts NFC
Opening times
- Monday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
- Thursday
- 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
- Friday
- 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
- Saturday
- 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
As listed in October 2024. Hours change, and bank holidays differ: check with the pub.
Good to know
- Operator
- Independent
- Price
- 2 out of 4 (Google’s price level)
- Phone
- 020 7267 6118
Photos
Photos from Google Maps contributors, stored when the pub was last checked.
Google rating and reviews
4.7out of 5 on Google, from 1,153 ratings
5 out of 5Matthew Garciaon Google, August 2023
One of the most unique pub experiences you could have in London. A truly local, neighborhood feel and vibe with some special characters. Even the owners cat, who is very comfortable with all the noise and commotion of a busy pub on a Friday evening. Kentish Town is a cool neighborhood and it only makes sense that a pub like this exists. Some great cask options, tasty cocktails, and a seriously sneaky good food menu. Beer garden out back is cozy, too. This is a special place! If you enjoy real/cask/hand-pulled ales, you need to get here as soon as you can.
5 out of 5Graeme Gon Google, September 2024
One of the great pubs of London imo. Really nice range of drinks, good service, and a cat. What more can you want!? Also feels like a proper pub which is increasingly rare
5 out of 5Dai Treeon Google, June 2023
Tucked away at the north end of Camden Town, Tapping the Admiral is a special pub. On Castle Street next to the railway line, offering the peculiarly comforting rumble of freight cars passing overhead (nearly). A great range of beers both from the cask and keg. The staff are funny, lovely and good at serving drinks, perfect! There is a little alleyway garden with loads of seating at the side/back of the pub. The boss is furry, has four legs and is currently sleeping. A splendid pub!
5 out of 5Ryan McKinleyon Google, December 2023
The Admiral is a perfect neighborhood bar a short walk from the craziness of Camden Market. The best cask ale selection I came across. Their drafts were constantly changing while I was there. They also do a phenomenal Sunday roast. Thanks so much for welcoming me in!
5 out of 5Rob Patrickon Google, July 2023
Friendly street corner pub with an eclectic character and a great range of cask and craft beers. Outdoor seating to front and back. Busy for a Monday night and I got the impression it's a popular local spot. No food on Mondays but they are happy for you to bring a take away in. Well worth a visit.
Rating and reviews are from Google Maps, as they stood in October 2024. See the latest on Google Maps.