Camden Head — Restaurant in London

If I could give zero stars I would. Put it this way, if you expect the management to do anything about the racial profiling from the bouncers, don’t.

Being black at the Camden Head is apparently one of the worst crimes possible, because not even the black bouncers do anything to stop discrimination. The ‘head bouncer’ offered to ‘check the cameras’ to prove I was here 3 weeks ago (when I was profiled) and kick me out because I ‘had a mouth on me’ (in reference to sticking up for myself when being targeted amongst only white people).

Before re-entering (having been inside for 2+ hours), the ‘head bouncer’ said “don’t even try getting back in there, because it’s a no from me”. Although management claim they couldn’t possibly speak on something they weren’t present for, they refused to hear me out and were extremely dismissive.

When asked to provide a reason, the ‘head bouncer’ simply said ‘I don’t need to give you a reason’. Then proceeded to tell everyone in the queue, that if they spoke to us, they too would be refused entry.

Do not go here and expect a good time. The bouncers are on the greatest power trip, and management do nothing to eliminate racial profiling. I should have known after the first time and the other negative reviews, but was certain in 2024, this would not...

...Just as you would expect a pub in Camden to be; Extraordinarily busy; Very, very loud; The smell of the toilets preceeding them. I couldn't believe they served food there too, as that in itself was hazardous. The kitchen was located above the toilets, and the toilets were above the pub, so all food was carried past those stinky toilets on route to the tables downstairs, via the tight staircase full of patrons either going to the stinky toilets, or up to the comedy club or the bar. God knows what food was served, as I wouldn't risk getting gastroenteritis. I went to the comedy club, which was situated on the top floor. Which was basically a death trap, I did feel quite uneasy about that...to the point where the host even made a joke about it, it was that apparent. If there was a fire, the safest option would, ironically, be to jump out of the window. They really stuffed us like packed sardines into what essentially looked like a 'V' shaped living room and far too many of us for that matter. If a Fire Marshal were to visit or Health and Safety inspector, they would have the place shut down immediately. The actual comedy acts were very good indeed and the ONLY reason for my 3stars, but for the previous reasons stated, I would never want to return nor recommend this place to...

visited last week before a gig for food and beers. we booked a table for 4, and were crammed into the corner, next to people who were practically sat on our lap they were so close. The stench or urine was strong, and put me off the thought of eating. I asked to move to a table which was booked for 5.50pm (it was now 7pm), but nobody had turned up. After umming and ahhing for a while, they said yes we could sit there, but if the table turned up we'd have to move (clearly no 15 minute leeway applies here). We ordered burgers from the smoke and buns menu, and all chose which smoke we wanted. After around 45 minutes the food finally arrived, and when we asked which was which smoke type, she said no idea, and went to check, then came back and said actually they were all the same. I noticed on the order receipt she was looking at, they'd all been put through the same. Totally pointless offering this "smoke" option. Had to ask for knives and forks. However the burgers did taste lovely, and the portions were big, and good value. Toilets...