The Hunter S

Walk into The Hunter S and you'll immediately get why it's become a proper fixture on Southgate Road in Islington. This is a pub that takes itself seriously without being precious about it—the kind of place where you can grab a pint and some decent grub, or settle in for properly made cocktails that don't come with a side of pretension. The interior strikes that balance between cosy and convivial; you'll find yourself chatting to regulars at the bar one minute and tucked into a quieter corner the next. The food isn't afterthought stuff either—it's the kind of honest cooking that makes you want to linger over another drink.