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Highgate has an abundance of welcoming pubs and restaurants including:

Pubs and Places to Eat in Highgate

The Flask a North London institution with real fires, and a beer garden. It has a history dating back centuries. Reputed to be a former hang out of Dick Turpin, it's been frequented by famous authors, playwrights and rockstars alike as well as current famous faces.

The Red Lion & Sun is a privately owned pub with two beer gardens, wood burning fire, daily changing menus of freshly prepared and cooked meals, great wine list and whisky galore.

The Bull a smart, trendy pub with bay windows, British menu and a selection of beers brewed on the premises.
The Gatehouse an independent local pub, restaurant and beer garden in the heart of Highgate Village boasting quality British food with a Spanish influence.

Pavilion Café Highgate Woods
Set on the edge of Highgate Woods Pavilion Café and restaurant serves delicious daytime dishes from brunch favourites at breakfast time to rustic pasta and salads complete with ice cream kiosk and kids' play area.

Highgate Pantry Highgate High Street
A cosy, homely café serving home-made cakes, quiches and fresh made sandwiches.

Entertainment

The Gatehouse is also home to the Upstairs at the Gatehouse theatre an award-winning London Fringe Theatre with a varied programme of cabaret,
drama and musicals seating up to 140. Ovation their in-house company, produces up to three shows each year, past productions have included Legally Blonde, Singin' in the Rain and Avenue Q.

Jacksons Lane Theatre is another creative hub which offers a diverse range of exhibitions, theatre, cabaret and dance and a programme of events for children throughout the year.

Art

Art-lovers can explore local galleries including exhibitions at Lauderdale House, Avivson Gallery, Three Highgate and Highgate Contemporary Art amongst the galleries located on the High Street.