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The Good Reader, London, Greater London

The Good Reader

4.6
4.6
51 Reviews
£26 to £40
Gastro Pub

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2 people
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
7:00 pm
Booked 13 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Dog-friendly
  • Good for groups
The Good Reader - Pub & Kitchen is a local Crouch End family-run pub, offering fresh, seasonal, delicious food with excellent wines, batch-made cocktails and the usual suspects on draught. A la carte & kids menu all week harnessed around the Saturday brunch menu and a good old Sunday lunch. Beer garden and the best sun trap in Crouch End on offer.

We are no under 18's after 7:30pm.

120 Park Rd
Crouch End
London N8 8JP

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Pub, Modern European
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Mon 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Lunch Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 6:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

What 51 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • North London

    Child-friendly

  • North London

    Gastro Pub

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Good Reader offers a warm, dog-friendly atmosphere perfect for Sunday roasts and family outings. Consistently praised for "really good food," it features a cozy vibe, friendly staff, and a standout menu with vegetarian options. While noise levels and service timing were noted, the "excellent food" and "welcoming environment" make it a neighborhood favorite.
52 Reviews
  1. anna

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my first time here with my family . Service was great , food 10/10 and would definitely go back . Only negative I have is that they do not take cash . They should either put the info on their website or put a notice up in the pub so people don’t get caught out . I always prefer to use cash whenever I go

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  2. Damian VIP

    London72 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Lovely atmosphere. Not sure about the decor of the dining room, prefer the bar. Food had some odd choices but what we ordered was delicious. Wine list poor. Wine by the glass awful and the bottle list was average. Still recommended for a night out locally.

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  3. Sandra

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Extremely tasty and generous portion Sunday Chicken Roast! Will definitely visit again!

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  4. belinda

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a good experience at The Good Reader for Sunday lunch for my partners birthday. We came with an extra person and they were so good about accommodating us. The lady in charge of seating and welcoming guests was fantastic as was the lady who served us. Really good food, great atmosphere and I could even take my dog! Thank you to the team ❤️

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  5. James

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Sunday roast was epic - even my mother in law loved it!

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  6. Tim91

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Easily the Best Sunday in Crouch End. Good portion size, really good food and good (table) service. Would recommend.

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  7. Jrgasjohn

    London3 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Burgers were good. Staff were friendly Probably the worst fish I have ever eaten and the beetroot risotto was absolutely swimming in olive oil. The chef is in well over his head. Plus 2 adults 4 kids over 300 quid Defo won’t be back there so many better places local to here

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  8. Sally

    London1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely staff , good delicious food , great atmosphere xx

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  9. Spencer

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best pub meal I’ve had in Crouch End for years. Really impressed along with friendly and efficient service. Highly recommended based on my experience.

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  10. Deborah

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 20 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great good such a lovely selection especially being vegetarian! Lovely atmosphere and fab service !

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The Good Reader is rated 4.6 stars by 51 OpenTable diners.

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120 Park Rd, London, Greater London N8 8JP

Additional information

  • Area
    Crouch End
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Mon 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Lunch Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 6:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Pub, Modern European
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
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