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Brendan the Navigator
4.3 (18)
£25 and under
Gastro Pub
90 Highgate Hill, London, Greater London N19 5NQ
About this restaurant
- Great for live music
- Good for groups
- Charming
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Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Price£25 and under
- CuisinesGastro Pub, Irish, Modern European
- Hours of operationBar Mon, Tue 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Wed 3:30 pm–11:00 pm Thu 3:00 pm–12:00 am Fri 1:30 pm–12:00 am Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Dinner Wed 3:30 pm–8:00 pm Thu 3:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri 3:15 pm–8:15 pm Sat 12:00 pm–8:15 pm Sun 12:00 pm–5:45 pm
- Phone number
- Payment optionsCash not accepted
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- CateringPLEASE NOTE YOU CAN RESERVE WITH US FOR DRINKS OUTSIDE OF DINING HOURS SO PLEASE DOUBLE CHECK KITCHEN TIMES IF RESERVING WITH US TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT. We have our wonderful and varied regular menu Wednesday to Saturday and a great Sunday Roast menu. We can provide custom buffets, canapes and set party menus to order
- Private party facilitiesWe have capacity for parties of up to 150 persons inside and a further 40 outdoors and fully seated indoor parties up to 75 persons. We do not privately book the whole pub and always reserve a little space for regular customers. We have two semi-private areas that are ideal for groups of approximately 30 people each
- NeighborhoodHighgate
- Cross streetOn the corner at the junction of Highgate Hill, Hornsey Lane
- Parking detailsStreet Parking
- Public transitarchway underground and Highgate underground stations are 8 minutes and 12 minutes walk away respectively. Also , 263, W5, 143 and 210 busses all drop right by the pub
- AdditionalBanquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine
Reviews
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Reviews from people who have dined at Brendan the Navigator.
4.3
4.3
- 4.1Food
- 4.5Service
- 4.5Ambience
- 4.4Value
Noise • Energetic
18 Reviews
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Hayley
London1 review
2.0Dined on March 15, 2026
- Overall 2
- Food 1
- Service 5
- Ambience 2
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michael
London1 review
4.0Dined on December 31, 2025
- Overall 4
- Food 4
- Service 4
- Ambience 4
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anne
Toronto1 review
5.0Dined on December 28, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Rosanna
Surrey1 review
5.0Dined on December 21, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Wendy
London7 reviews
4.0Dined on November 9, 2025
- Overall 4
- Food 4
- Service 5
- Ambience 3
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Julie
London1 review
5.0Dined on September 28, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 4
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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nelson
London7 reviews
5.0Dined on June 8, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Kieran
London1 review
5.0Dined on May 25, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 4
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Niall
London1 review
5.0Dined on February 9, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Patrick
London1 review
5.0Dined on February 8, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 4
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Dining areas
Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Price£25 and under
- CuisinesGastro Pub, Irish, Modern European
- Hours of operationBar Mon, Tue 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Wed 3:30 pm–11:00 pm Thu 3:00 pm–12:00 am Fri 1:30 pm–12:00 am Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Dinner Wed 3:30 pm–8:00 pm Thu 3:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri 3:15 pm–8:15 pm Sat 12:00 pm–8:15 pm Sun 12:00 pm–5:45 pm
- Phone number
- Payment optionsCash not accepted
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- CateringPLEASE NOTE YOU CAN RESERVE WITH US FOR DRINKS OUTSIDE OF DINING HOURS SO PLEASE DOUBLE CHECK KITCHEN TIMES IF RESERVING WITH US TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT. We have our wonderful and varied regular menu Wednesday to Saturday and a great Sunday Roast menu. We can provide custom buffets, canapes and set party menus to order
- Private party facilitiesWe have capacity for parties of up to 150 persons inside and a further 40 outdoors and fully seated indoor parties up to 75 persons. We do not privately book the whole pub and always reserve a little space for regular customers. We have two semi-private areas that are ideal for groups of approximately 30 people each
- NeighborhoodHighgate
- Cross streetOn the corner at the junction of Highgate Hill, Hornsey Lane
- Parking detailsStreet Parking
- Public transitarchway underground and Highgate underground stations are 8 minutes and 12 minutes walk away respectively. Also , 263, W5, 143 and 210 busses all drop right by the pub
- AdditionalBanquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine
FAQs
Sunday is the standout day, guests consistently praise Brendan the Navigator’s Sunday roast and the convivial atmosphere paired with live music.
Yes, Brendan the Navigator offers clearly labelled vegan and vegetarian dishes, for example the Mediterranean Veggie Burger (Ve), Sweet Tamales (VE), Vegetable Wellington (V) and Vegan Ice Cream (Ve).
The Sunday roast at Brendan the Navigator is known for generous servings, guests describe the roast as a "huge portion" and very good value.
Brendan the Navigator is at its liveliest on Sunday afternoons for the popular Sunday roast, when guests report a busy, bustling crowd.
The Sunday roast is the standout, guests repeatedly praise the roast (with lamb, beef and chicken options) from Brendan the Navigator's Sunday Roast Menu.
Brendan the Navigator feels like a characterful, traditional Irish pub, rustic and convivial, with regular trad, jazz and folk music sessions and friendly, welcoming staff.
For the full Brendan the Navigator experience, Sunday afternoons are ideal, that’s when the Sunday roast and live traditional-music atmosphere come together; a few guests also recommend trying Saturday lunch if you prefer an earlier, slightly less crowded visit.
Yes, Brendan the Navigator is known for its Sunday roast menu and regular live traditional Irish, jazz and folk music sessions, plus local events like quiz nights and ceilí/folk gatherings that give visits a lively community feel.
Yes, Brendan the Navigator is a full freehouse serving fine ales, beers, lagers, porter, wine, craft drinks, whiskey and other spirits, and guests frequently praise its pints of Guinness and similar beers.
Yes, Brendan the Navigator has outside space and a terrace, and guests often enjoy dining outside on sunny visits.
Casual dress, comfortable, informal clothing is appropriate; nothing formal is required.
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