The Owl & Hitchhiker, Islington

Pub Club

The Owl & Hitchhiker

Arcade games, craft beer and West African fusion on Holloway Road

The Owl & Hitchhiker is a lively Archway boozer with pool tables, old-school arcade games and DJs under one roof. Food comes from West African fusion kitchen The Merge, with loaded plantain and fries, fusion spring rolls, seafood boils and Sunday roasts.

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4.4 · 231 reviews

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471 Holloway Rd, Archway, London N7 6LE, UK

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Inside the pub

Pool, playlists and pints

There is plenty to do beyond the bar, from pool tables and old-school arcade games to GameCube and music nights. Craft beer, DJs and a quirky, eclectic feel make it a good stop for groups on Holloway Road.

The kitchen

West African fusion from The Merge

The Merge brings loaded plantain and fries, fusion spring rolls and its seafood boil to the pub. Sundays bring fusion roasts, while vegan options are available alongside the broader food menu.

Come for

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    Old-school arcade games, pool tables and GameCube for a night that goes beyond the bar.

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    Craft beers and DJs, with some of the best music in North London under one roof.

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    The Merge’s West African fusion: loaded plantain and fries, fusion spring rolls, seafood boil and Sunday roasts.

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    Outdoor seating and live music on Holloway Road, open until 2am Fridays and Saturdays.

Visit

The Owl & Hitchhiker

Kitchen hours: Monday closed; Tuesday–Wednesday 4pm–10pm; Thursday 4pm–11pm; Friday 4pm–12am; Saturday 12pm–11pm; Sunday 12pm–9pm.

Today · midday–10pm

Monday
4pm–10pm
Tuesday
4pm–10pm
Wednesday
4pm–10pm
Thursday
4pm–midnight
Friday
4pm–2am
Saturday
midday–2am
Sunday
midday–10pm

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