The Woodbine
Find Us

FIND US

Walk in when the cravings hit.

The Woodbine is a proper local at 215 Blackstock Road, between Highbury and Finsbury Park. Come for a pint, food, live sport, or a quiet table when one is free.

The Woodbine exterior in Highbury N5

Walk-ins welcome. First come, first served.

GETTING HERE

Easy from Finsbury Park, Arsenal, and Highbury.

Whether you are arriving by train, car, or on foot, head for Blackstock Road and you will find us at number 215.

Contact Us

General enquiries only. We do not take table bookings by phone or email.

By Train

The nearest station is Finsbury Park, around a 10-12 minute walk from The Woodbine. Finsbury Park is served by the Victoria Line, Piccadilly Line, National Rail and Great Northern services, making it one of the easiest routes from anywhere in London. From the station, head south down Blackstock Road and you will find us at 215 Blackstock Road.

By Car

If you are driving, enter 215 Blackstock Road, N5 2LL into your sat nav. The Woodbine is located between Highbury and Finsbury Park in North London, just off Seven Sisters Road. Limited street parking is available nearby, but we would always recommend checking local parking restrictions before setting off.

On Foot

We are right in the heart of Highbury, making us an easy walk from surrounding areas including Arsenal, Highbury Fields and Canonbury. If you are heading from the Emirates Stadium or Arsenal Station, it is roughly a 15-minute stroll through the neighbourhood to The Woodbine, ideal for a pre-match pint or post-game Guinness.

MAP

Find us on Blackstock Road.

WALK-INS ONLY

Casual, accessible, first come, first served.

We do not take reservations over the phone or email. We operate on a walk-in, first-come-first-served basis to offer a casual, accessible dining experience without the constraints of booking.

Just show up at your local when the cravings hit. When you get here, our host will greet you and take you to a table. If we are busy, you are more than welcome to pull up a stool at the bar while a table becomes available.

PULL UP A STOOL

Find your way here, then settle in for a pint, a plate, or the atmosphere.

No booking needed. Just come by when you are ready.