The Railway Tavern N16 — Restaurant in London

🚇 Dalston Kingsland 🍺 £5.00 Asahi ❤️ A welcoming down to earth Dalston boozer. . The Railway Tavern sits at the most easterly edge of Islington where N16 meets N1 and E8. Although the pub would suggest it’s a station pub, Dalston Kingsland Station is a five minute walk away. . The pub was built in 1866 and has a unique shape and facade that curves gently around the corner. There are a few benches out front to enjoy a pint in the warmer months. . The decor here makes for a proper down to earth London pub feel. The seating is traditional with wooden banquette seating around the walls. At the the far end of the bar is a flowery wallpapered snug, a great place if you fancy a more intimate pub experience. Around the walls there are an eclectic mix of prints and posters to add a bit of intrigue. . The beer choice was diverse and had a bit of something for everyone. It was great to see London breweries like @fivepointsbrew and @brixtonbrewery well represented here. After a bit of deliberation I decided on a pint of Asahi, my pint was excellent and only cost a fiver, this is the cheapest I have paid for Asahi in London. The food offering here comes from @amoraypizza , there is a broad variety on offer and most pizzas cost around a tenner. . The atmosphere here was superb and had a real community feel. The crowd was a mix of oldschool regulars and the new to the area crowd. The service was good and the staff were attentive. . The @railwaytavernn16 is one of those pubs where you immediately feel welcome and everything seems effortless. This pub has an oldschool feel and hopefully that doesn’t change anytime soon, if it ain’t broke don’t fix it. Loved it here, I’m sure you will too. . ℹ️ Info correct on...

Update 18 May 2023

Oh Wow! First time back here after my last review and this place is rocking!! Music is great! The crowd and atmosphere is awesome, its packed and I'm having such a good time. Good job guys. Thank you 😊

Came here for the first time a few weeks back. Lovely pub, awesome atmosphere, friendly and smiling staff. I've been coming back regularly since. Oh yes, did I mention the delicious pizza?......

UPDATE APRIL 2023. SOOO DISSAPOINTED! What has happened. Back here after some time out of London and the pub is as wonderful as ever and the pizza even more delicious. But the manager? There were two friendly and helpful female bartenders who did the pub proud but the male (was he the manager?) was so consistently rude. . Treated myself and my company with disdain, sat at the bar chatting all night keeping customers waiting to order, and then at 10.20pm starting to close up, turning up the chairs and clearly making everyone feel unwelcome, showing it was time to leave. When the staff refused admittance to some new customers at 10.40pm we decided to leave too and go spend our money for our final pints somewhere else where guests could feel welcome. I understand now why the pub started emptying out at 9.30pm....

The Railway Tavern N16 — Dalston’s Hidden Gem with Soul and Sourdough

The Railway Tavern N16 is the kind of place that makes you feel instantly at home — warm, welcoming, and quietly buzzing with East London energy. Housed in a 19th-century building, it blends classic pub vibes with a modern twist: think Detroit-style sourdough pizza, craft beers, and a crowd that’s as eclectic as the playlist.

The pizza is a revelation — thick, cheesy, and unapologetically indulgent. Whether you go for the Earthquake (loaded with cheese) or something vegan and fiery, every slice is a flavour bomb. The drinks list is solid, with local brews, good wine, and cocktails that hit the spot without trying too hard. Live music and performances add a layer of soul, and the happy-hour deals make it easy to settle in and stay awhile. The vibe is inclusive and laid-back — a mix of locals, creatives, and curious wanderers. Bonus: it’s LGBTQ-friendly and...